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Arts & Entertainment

Renée Reed’s Self–Titled Album is Haunted by Heritage

On her debut full–length album, the Louisian–based singer–songwriter doesn’t give up her secrets so easily.

by WALDEN GREEN

'Raya and the Last Dragon': Disney Can Do More to Stop Anti–Asian Hate

As accurate and empowering as the cultural representation in the film may be, it simply isn't enough.

by ARIELLE STANGER

On ‘To See the Next Part of the Dream,’ Parannoul Grapples with His Past

Moments of positivity are rare on the artist’s honest and despondent sophomore album.

by EVAN QIANG

Jewish Nominees in the Upcoming 2021 Oscar Awards

After the antisemitic controversies faced by SNL and NBC, the positive representation of Jewish people in entertainment comes with a sigh of relief.

by ARIELLE STANGER

Is Addison Rae a New Kardashian?

With the release of her debut single "Obsessed," the TikTok starlet's claim to fame is questionable.

by EMILY MOON

Get Cheery with Cherry Blossoms

How to experience peak bloom at Penn and beyond

by JESSA GLASSMAN

British Drama ‘It’s a Sin’ Makes Waves in HIV/AIDS Awareness Efforts

Thoughts on a heart–wrenching and exuberant tribute to victims of the HIV/AIDS epidemic

by ARIA VYAS

Lessons from Fiona Apple's 'Criminal'

The artist's groundbreaking music video continues to redefine womanhood, over a decade after its release. 

by EMILY MOON

Justin Bieber’s New Album Stands For Personal Growth, Not Civil Justice

Bieber's latest studio effort aims for relevance and falls into performative activism.

by ALLISON STILLMAN

Growing Pains of a Grown–Up 'Riverdale'

Can a time jump usher in a 'Riverdale' renaissance?

by MEG GLADIEUX

Lana Del Rey Grasps at Authenticity on ‘Chemtrails Over the Country Club’

On the singer’s insular seventh album, some experiments turn out better than others.

by WALDEN GREEN

Selena Gomez Has Finally Found Her ‘Revelación’

The Spanish EP follows Gomez’s journey through heartbreak, acceptance, and confidence.

by EVAN QIANG

Netflix's 'Bad Trip' Packs a Whole Lot of Chaos in 90 Minutes

This hidden–camera prank comedy will have you at the edge of your seat—and then falling off of it from laughter.

by ARIELLE STANGER

Post–Rock & Post–Punk in a Post–‘Spiderland’ World

Examining the lingering paranoia of the Slint album that carved out rock music, thirty years ago. 

by WALDEN GREEN

The Paper Kites Wax Poetic on New Album 'Roses'

The band's latest studio effort is an exercise in low–key dreamy indie–folk.

by ALLISON STILLMAN

Stay–at–Home on the Range

Why country music about travel is the perfect balm for a time when we are stuck in place.

by WALDEN GREEN

Feast Your Eyes on the Psychology Behind Plating

How eating can be a multi–sensory experience, even during COVID–19

by JESSA GLASSMAN

Billie Eilish is Raw and Relatable in 'The World's A Little Blurry' Documentary

Eilish is redefining what it means to be a popstar, but she's still just a kid. 

by ALLISON STILLMAN

Movie Theaters Have Started Reopening: How and Why?

Silence your cell phone, put on a mask, and enjoy the show.

by ARIELLE STANGER

Smerz’s ‘Believer’ is an Elegant Puzzle Box of Classical and Club

On their first full–length release, the duo expands their sonic palette while remaining their playful selves.

by WALDEN GREEN

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