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The albums name is a reference to the dense bushes of laurel that often trap and kill unknowing hikers in the Appalachian mountains.

It’s Time for Mitski to Rest On Her Laurels

Shreya Selvaraju, Horizon Editor-In-Chief April 25, 2022

When Mitski released a fifth album amid rumors she had quit music, I was overjoyed. 32 minutes later, I was underwhelmed. Mitski’s signature short lyrics seemed even shorter, her calm nature was more...

American Girl won five Golden Horse awards from Taipeis 2021 film festival after its release in December.

‘American Girl’: A Poignant Reckoning on Cultural Identity

Amelia Spielman, Heritage Editor-In-Chief April 15, 2022

Centered around one mother’s relationship with her daughters, Feng-I Fiona Roan’s debut film American Girl (美國女孩) is a Taiwanese-American drama that brilliantly displays the raw authenticity...

Featured on the cover of the second novel is Anya Forger, one of the main characters in the series, Spy x Family. Anya herself is secretly a mind reader, and uses her unique power to put an interesting spin on the events happening in the series. Image courtesy of Viz Media.

What You Should Be Watching in Anime Spring Season 2022

Gayu Lakshmanan, Heritage Portraits Editor April 13, 2022

The new seasonal drop of anime started on Thursday, April 8, with a few early releases. Some of the most anticipated new series and sequels came out, making these releases some of the most attention-grabbing...

The most significant musical accomplishments of the year were honored at the 64th Grammy Awards on Sunday, April 4th. The big winners of the night were Jon Batiste, Silk Sonic, and Olivia Rodrigo. Artists stunned viewers with their unique outfits and electrifying performances.

The 64th Grammy Awards Were A Sparkling Commemoration of Music’s Greatest Achievements

Aanika Hirode, Arts & Entertainment Editor April 4, 2022

On Sunday, April 3, the biggest names in music gathered in the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas to partake in one of the most momentous award ceremonies of the year. Filled with vibrant outfits and...

The 94th Annual Academy Awards took place on Sunday, March 27. The ceremony had a drastic increase in viewers from last year, and many films such as CODA, Dune, and The Eyes of Tammy Faye took home awards in multiple categories.

The 2022 Academy Awards Recognize Diverse Talent

Aanika Hirode, Arts & Entertainment Editor April 3, 2022

During the 2022 Academy Awards, history was made in a myriad of ways. On Sunday, March 27, the Oscars took place at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles, California. The show drew 16.6 million viewers on ABC,...

As National Womens History Month comes to an end, here are some books to read in celebration. With inspirational female leads and strong female protagonists, the characters of these books are paving the way for the next generation of young women. Graphic by Hannah McDonough.

Five Books to Read in Celebration of National Women’s History Month

Hannah McDonough, Horizon Assistant Editor March 30, 2022

National Women’s History Month is recognized throughout the month of March, celebrating women and their long fight breaking down societal gender restrictions. Whether they are paving the way for change...

The Batman was released on March 4, 2022, and was directed by Matt Reeves. Reeves’ filmography also includes Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, War of the Planet of the Apes, and Cloverfield, which featured production work from J.J. Abrams. Image courtesy of Piqsels Royalty Free Images.

‘The Batman’: Masterpiece or Overrated?

Josh Shippen, Reporter March 27, 2022

56 years ago, Adam West starred as Bruce Wayne, or the caped superhero we all know as Batman. At its roots, the Batman franchise was much more jovial and comical than today’s iterations would lead you...

Sophisti-pop was a genre that mixed jazzy subtlety with 80s synths, and it was during the decades later years that the genre truly hit its stride. Here are the 25 must-listen songs in this excellent genre. Graphic by Oliver Barnfield.

25 Essential Sophisti-Pop Songs

Oliver Barnfield, Video Editor March 4, 2022

  Sophisti-pop was a popular genre in the mid to late 1980s that expertly mixed soul and jazz music with new wave textures like synthesizers. While the genre certainly had crossover hits, it was...

Black Panther was released in 2018 and is the sixth highest-grossing superhero movie, being eclipsed only by the four Avengers films and Spider-Man: No Way Home. Chadwick Boseman, who passed away in 2021, played the Black Panther. Image by Ilya Shapko, licensed for fair use under Creative Commons (CC).

Eight Movies to Watch During Black History Month

Josh Shippen, Reporter February 28, 2022

Black History Month is coming to a close, but before it does, there is still time to go over the best films to watch during the month of February.    The Trial of the Chicago Seven (2020) Aaron...

Drake’s Certified Lover Boy was initially up for a Grammy with the fifth nomination, but was taken off at Drake’s request. Nas’ King’s Disease II, J. Cole’s The Off-Season, Kanye West’s Donda, and Tyler, the Creator’s Call Me If You Get Lost are each up for a Grammy. Graphic by Josh Shippen.

2022 Grammys: Everything You Need to Know About the Best Rap Album Nominations

Josh Shippen, Reporter January 20, 2022

2021 was a huge year for music, and with the Grammy Award Ceremony coming up soon, I took it upon myself to give an in-depth listen to each of the albums that have been nominated for the “best rap album”...

Power pop is a genre full of catchy choruses and crunchy guitars, and while it occasionally teetered into the mainstream, its still fairly niche. Read about the top 20 tracks to get you started. Graphic by Oliver Barnfield.

20 Essential Power Pop Songs

Oliver Barnfield, Video Editor January 19, 2022

  Power pop is a genre of music that has always edged close to mainstream music, but has never really gotten there. This genre, combining catchy and beautiful harmonies with loud, crunchy guitars,...

Spider-Man: No Way Nome is the third installment of the MCU Spider-Man series. The series stars Tom Holland as Peter Parker, Jon Favreau as Happy Hogan, and Marisa Tomei as Parker’s Aunt May. Photo courtesy of Marvel Studios.

Does ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Live Up to the Hype?

Josh Shippen, Reporter January 18, 2022

Spider-Man: No Way Home was released to theaters on Dec. 17, 2021, and boy did it make a splash. Marvel’s newest full-length film has so far been a box office miracle, earning $1.37 billion dollars as...

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