Big Boi booms back onto the scene he created
Famed emcee, producer and musician Antwan Patton, also known as Big Boi, has been around for quite some time, though most people might have not even noticed. At the age of 16, he moved from […]
Dreezy shares challenges, roots at Rolling Loud
Dreezy had just finished her set under the blistering summer sun at the Rolling Loud festival in Miami on May 6 and was cooling down in her trailer, yet she remained in her performance outfit […]
‘Wonder Woman’ wins for DC, female superheroes
Following the critical disappointments “Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice” and “Suicide Squad,” the DC Extended universe needed a win, especially leading up to their “Avengers” equivalent, “Justice League.” Enter Amazon goddess and fearless warrior […]
Warhol exhibit: electric chairs to soup cans
The High Museum of Art recently unveiled its newest temporary exhibit featuring the works of pop art icon Andy Warhol. The exhibit, which contains over 250 of Warhol’s works, traces the artist’s incredible career from […]
Kendrick proves he is still ‘DAMN.’ good
From the beginning of his career until now, Kendrick Lamar has always had one clear message for his audience: people are products of their respective environments, and each person’s story deserves to be heard. Kendrick’s […]
DramaTech thrills in new satire musical
To those with superficial knowledge of DramaTech Theatre’s latest production, Joanne Bogart and Eric Rockwell’s “Musical of Musicals: the Musical!,” it must seem that the Institute’s theatrical community has gone completely mad. The playbill reads […]
Charlamagne Tha God: New book
Some people treat honesty as a virtue. Charlamagne Tha God, host of radio show “The Breakfast Club,” treats honesty like armor. In his upcoming book, “Black Privilege: Opportunity Comes to Those Who Create It,” Charlamagne […]
Panic! electrifies Duluth’s Infinite Energy
On their Death of a Bachelor Tour, Panic! at the Disco stopped in Duluth to perform at the Infinite Energy Center on April 12. The pop rock band was touring in support of their single […]
‘H2Omx’ delves into Mexico’s water problems
Mexico City is sinking. Resting on an improperly managed aquifer, the city is gradually sinking into the Earth at a rate of around 3 feet a year. Along with the surrounding area that makes up […]
Anime ‘Your Name’ transcends tropes
After nearly a year of anticipation, “Your Name,” or “Kimi no Na Wa,” premiered in select U.S. theaters this past Saturday, April 7. “Your Name” can be seen at Midtown Arts Cinema either in English […]
Having a bon temps at Bon Ton in Midtown
Less than two months ago, Creole/Cajun food was given a Vietnamese twist in Atlanta. Bon Ton does what few “New-Orleans-style” restaurants do: they serve seafood that just tastes great. Co-owner Darren Carr, originally from London, […]
‘L.A. Divine’: eclectic and fresh
Cold War Kids released their newest studio album, “L.A. Divine,” on April 7. The now widely popular indie rockers maintain their usual style on the album, balancing a hard-driving blues sound with powerful and emotional […]
WREKtacular exposes students to local music
For a bar that is located on Ponce de Leon, The Drunken Unicorn still manages to be difficult to find. The entrance is a single door down a few steps, tucked behind a MetroPCS and […]
Baldwin fails to save predictable animated film
“Boss Baby” is one of those movies that could have had some sort of real potential if it had been directed by a creative powerhouse, like the Pixar of the late 2000’s. Instead, it feels […]
DanceTech showcases student talent
DanceTech, a Georgia Tech dance company, held their Spring Showcase at the Ferst Center on April 2. The event was a chance for DanceTech to perform new choreography from this semester, as well as a […]
Investigative podcast strikes universal chord
From “Serial” and “This American Life,” the new podcast “S-Town” investigates the town of Woodstock, Alabama, through the lens of its disgruntled life-long resident John B. McLemore. Brian Reed, the veteran “This American Life” producer […]
Writers fail to bring ‘Nobodies’ to full potential
On March 29, the pilot episode for Melissa McCarthy (“Mike & Molly”) and her husband Ben Falcone’s (“Tammy”) new sitcom “Nobodies” premiered on TV Land. The show follows Hugh Davidson (“Robot Chicken”), Rachel Ramras (“Mike […]
Java Cats owner overcomes challenges to open
The newest addition to Atlanta’s crowded coffee scene offers a unique pairing: while sipping cappuccinos, patrons can pet cats. On Monday, March 27, owner Hadyn Hilton opened Java Cats Café, located in Grant Park. The […]