Gravy train stops at the House of Blues
Christopher Heermann, Social Media Editor
February 22, 2019
Last Tuesday night brought Yung Gravy to Cleveland’s House of Blues. The Minnesota-born rapper came as part of his “Experience the Sensation” tour with musical artist bbno$ and Tiiiiiiiiiip. The venue was a good fit for the sizable crowd—there was enough space to breathe, but it was tight en...
Not your average pop concert
Emily Young, Copy Editor
February 22, 2019
There is no greater joy than watching a 65-year-old man do a kick that would make even the Rockettes jealous, except watching his 71-year-old brother show him up by performing a flawless jump-kick combination that would put any professional dancer to shame. This is the kind of energy and panache that ...
Bas, other rapper visit Grog
Yvonne Pan, A&E Editor
February 15, 2019
The rapper Bas was welcomed to the Grog Shop on Feb. 13 by screaming crowds on the Cleveland stop of his Milky Way tour, promoting his third album, “Milky Way,” which was released this past August. The Paris-born rapper spent much of his childhood in New York City, the birthplace of many of lege...
Dorothy’s not in Kansas, she’s at the House of Blues
Yvonne Pan, A&E Editor
February 15, 2019
Shrouded in a cape of smoke, the members of the rock band Dorothy entered the stage at the House of Blues on Feb. 10. Lead singer Dorothy Martin wore her trademark fur coat and red lipstick, lit a match and held it above her head. Just half an hour earlier, the show’s opener, Spirit Animal, mesmerized t...
POTW: A Playlist for the State of the Union
February 8, 2019
After the State of the Union, we were definitely a bit frustrated with what was presented to us as the current state of this union. With the sheer number of controversies and seemingly insurmountable gridlock plaguing the government, it’s left us wishing that we could just be reabsorbed by the commo...
How 21 Savage could represent the American Dream
Chris Heermann, Social Media Editor
February 8, 2019
By now we’ve all heard the story and seen the memes. Rapper 21 Savage has been arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents for reportedly overstaying his visa by 13 years. If this comes as a shock to you don’t worry, you are not alone. Millions were left reeling by the news that ...
Jay Sean performs at the first UPB concert of the semester
Sunayana Jampanaboyana, Staff Reporter
February 8, 2019
This past Friday, University Program Board (UPB) hosted Jay Sean in the first UPBeats concert of the semester. Best known for throwback hits including “Down” and “Ride It,” English singer and songwriter Jay Sean, born Kamaljit Singh Jhooti, entertained students in Tinkham Veale University Center....
Chaz Bear’s artistry shines through on “Outer Peace”
Jackson Rudoff, Opinion Editor
February 1, 2019
Toro y Moi, the solo project of Chaz Bear, has never really been confined to a single genre. It’s for that reason that he’s featured with artists ranging from Tyler, the Creator to The Avalanches. He fits the pattern of modern indie pop, which in recent years has become less about acoustic guitar riff...
Revisiting MGMT’s “Oracular Spectacular” 11 years later
Jackson Rudoff, Opinion Editor
February 1, 2019
It’s probable you have heard a cut from “Oracular Spectacular” in your lifetime. The 2008 indie-pop album made waves when it was released, and its songs have since been repurposed in a number of commercials and video game soundtracks. Besides its mass popularity, though, the album itself was well-r...
Playlist of the Week – 2/1/19
Kyle Smith, Staff Reporter
February 1, 2019
Unfortunately, last week’s playlist was dedicated to songs about the snow and cold, so this week has to be something different. Instead of wallowing in the oppressive cold, this week’s playlist contains some sunny and positive beats to keep you warm and upbeat through the low temperatures. “All W...
