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(10/20/18 12:00pm)
“Based on a true story...” These are familiar words to any fan of horror films (or even dabblers in the occasional Halloween scare). A few recent, big–name horror flicks that make this boast are The Conjuring and The Strangers, as does the ever–prolific The Exorcist. Most of these “true stories” are unique instances of terror and oddities that happen to different people by different people. There is, however, one true story that has roots in a number of classic horror films, even propagating its own breed of horror tropes. The story is about Ed Gein.
(10/13/18 12:00pm)
With this unusual October humidity, any cold snack sounds appealing. When it comes to beating the heat, what you need is a bowl of frozen yogurt covered in whatever your sweet tooth is craving. You can be "healthy" with a scoop of strawberries or treat yourself to cookie dough, chocolate chips, Nutella, and more. Either way if you aren't breaking the weighing scale with your toppings, you are doing something wrong. Here’s a breakdown of some of my favorite go–to places, whether it's to take a much–needed break with friends or order delivery to the door of Van Pelt.
(10/19/18 11:00am)
Let’s be honest—fall is the best time of the year. You can pull out your sweaters without having to trek through snow, the leaves are changing colors, and there are fall activities galore. But all fall activities lead to the best of them all: Halloween. Whether you’re looking for exciting parties or more wholesome activities for the spookiest day of the year, Philly will provide.
(10/10/18 11:00am)
I have admittedly lied to countless people. When someone asks how long ago I moved from Venezuela, it seems that with every passing year, I deduct two from my time in the United States. It has officially been 12 years as of Aug. 21, and I promise that’s the truth.
(12/08/18 1:00pm)
The random spoken–word tracks that come on when you’re shuffling an album on Spotify. The 30–second conversational interjections in the middle or at the end of a song. Pure instrumental tone setters, small snatches of songs, uplifting sermons, or even comedic skits. Interludes are (usually) short tracks that aren’t standalone pieces, and their forms are as varied as the artists who choose to include them. A tradition stretching backing decades, interludes are found in all genres of music, yet are often a staple of R&B and hip–hop albums.
(10/13/18 12:00pm)
It’s both a blessing and a curse that New York is less than two hours away from campus. Exploring the city is an expensive venture, especially if you’re a college student. However, if you budget your trip right, it’s totally possible to have fun in the Big Apple without your wallet taking a huge hit. Here’s how you can spend a day in New York for under $100:
(10/11/18 12:00pm)
Hey you, yes you! Take a look around your dorm. See that empty white wall? That’s about to change—hear me out. Your dorm isn’t a bland doctor’s office; it becomes a home–away–from–home during the school year, and it should feel like one. While it’s easy to shoot for practicality rather than aesthetic appeal when deciding how to decorate (especially when we’re expected to fit our whole lives into a room the size of a shoebox), utilizing the space as a means for artistic expression and style is the perfect way to make a dorm room feel like your own. Unique, affordable art pieces can spice up your room and take it from basic to sophisticated with minimal effort. Let’s move beyond Dormify and Urban Outfitters art, because everyone you know (and their cousin, best friend, and sister) has the same pieces from these sites. Read on to find out the best outlets for dorm art that will fool your friends into thinking your room is a snazzy city gallery.
(10/11/18 12:00pm)
Another rock & roll legend has passed. Marty Balin, frontman and founder of Jefferson Airplane and Jefferson Starship, left us on Sept. 27, 2018. He was one of those few artists who managed to carve out a new path for music and culture. He stood at the vanguard, carrying the flag of psychedelia, a sound and philosophy that would come to change the world. Now that he’s gone, we may continue the trend of blaming an artist’s death on the year and making his tragedy our own; or we can take a step back and try to honor him through his legacy. I favor the latter.
(10/12/18 12:00pm)
I get it. The words “spiritual medium” conjure up imagines of either cheap crystal balls and arcade fortune tellers or Long Island Medium and icon Theresa Caputo. But, a good psychic can be better than a therapist, especially if your stresses are triggered by a future plagued with unknowns. So, next time your existential crisis gets too big to fix with some Halo Top and a guilty pleasure movie, hop on SEPTA to get the answers to life’s biggest questions—if Goldman Sachs will hire you, if you’ll find love on Tinder, and if you’ll ever pass ECON 101.
(10/12/18 12:00pm)
Don’t know what to do with that party outfit you brought to college that you’ve never worn? Don’t worry, neither do plenty of other people. However, there is always someone out there looking for a deal on new clothes—potentially, your clothes. Turn your cramped up closet space into cash with these four apps on which you can buy and sell clothes.
(10/13/18 12:00pm)
With Halloween sneaking up on campus, it seems that everyone is already scrambling to figure out the many costumes that they are going to don for the spooky season. While just coming up with ideas is one aspect of the holiday, executing the costume perfectly is the other crucial part of ensuring the perfect Halloween. It can be time–consuming, jumping from store to store, looking for each and every element, and if not taken advantage of soon enough, store shelves can be completely cleared, leaving you with limited options to dress up. However, Philadelphia has you covered this Halloween for any costume that you could possibly imagine with costume stores all over the area, so if you need to find a place to help you with the costume (or costumes) of your dreams, make sure to check out these stores:
(10/03/18 12:00pm)
**Content warning: The following text describes sexual assault, violence, and substance abuse and can be disturbing and/or triggering for some readers. Please find resources listed at the bottom of the article.**
(10/03/18 11:00am)
After a tumultuous nine–month break, hip hop’s foremost boy band is back for more. Led by founder Kevin Abstract, Brockhampton released its fourth studio album, iridescence, on September 21, its first release since Saturation III last December. Between releases, a number of shifts occurred: the group signed with RCA Records, member and lyricist Ameer Vann was kicked out after sexual misconduct allegations, and the album experienced numerous delays and name changes. Given the success of the Saturation trilogy and the recent drama, there was greater interest in how Brockhampton would follow up its meteoric rise to stardom and exposure to the mainstream media. So, let’s dive into iridescence with a track–by–track review—each song introduces fresh perspectives from different combinations of members on a wide variety of topics, forming a cohesive theme that can only be understood from the sum of its parts.
(10/04/18 12:00pm)
Yeezus is a landmark in hip hop history and a lesson in innovation. It traded in the self–hatred and self–consciousness of My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy (MBDTF) and externalized it into discontent and unadulterated rage towards the outside world. And, it did so through more piercing, sometimes incoherent lyrics and a heavy industrial sound that had never been heard in popular music before. It put aside all of hip hop’s clichés and conventions and, despite being initially polarizing for popular audiences, it has finally made enough of an impact in the music world that its place and influence on the hip hop timeline are undeniable. As Philippe Atallah (C '21), said in an interview with Street, “I used to place it last on my Kanye power ranking, now it’s close to first.”
(10/02/18 12:00pm)
If the 2018 Primetime Emmy Awards were defined by one show, it would be “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” which won five awards, the most of any television show this year. It also won five out of six major category nominations, an extremely high return when compared with shows such as Game of Thrones (two out of seven) and The Assassination of Gianni Versace (three out of nine.) A so called Emmys “sweep” is great for the show that gets the prizes, but is generally bad for the television industry.
(10/02/18 12:00pm)
With the pre–midterm bliss and PennInTouch crashes of the first month at Penn behind us, students can look forward to a fall full of the best Philly has to offer. Whether you’d rather explore Center City, venture out to a neighboring suburb, or just stay on campus, this autumn guide has the answer for you.
(10/15/18 12:00pm)
Studio Ghibli Fest, a celebration of one of the most acclaimed Japanese animation studios' works, is a national collaboration that began in 2017 between GKIDS and Fathom Events that brings films from Studio Ghibli onto the big screen in the States. From March to November, one film a month is shown in theaters across America for three days only. Whether you’re a diehard Studio Ghibli fan or you’ve never watched a Ghibli film before, there’s something in these beloved films—and this festival—for everyone.
(10/30/18 12:00pm)
Despite her stage name, Noname, 27–year–old Fatimah Warner is anyone but someone you should ignore. Rather, her stage name identifies her as a rejection of mass–produced modern hip–hop—Noname is one of the few rappers releasing music independently, bound to no contract or label. Growing up in Chicago, her rap is rooted in the city’s slam poetry and open mic scene which dominated her childhood. Noname has cemented herself as a rapper who weaves together jazz and neo–soul beats with an elaborately rhymed flow after being featured on “Lost,” a song from her hometown friend Chance the Rapper’s mixtape, Acid Rap, as well as the release of her own successful mixtape Telefone. Both mixtapes received rave reviews from magazines like Rolling Stone and Pitchfork.
(09/28/18 12:00pm)
The next generation of pop artists are defining a new genre for themselves: bedroom pop. The label most likely got its name from Clairo’s viral “Pretty Girl” music video, which was filmed entirely on a laptop webcam in her bedroom. Since then, bedroom pop has expanded to include any new artist with lo–fi electronics and contemplative lyrics. While there are male artists making music under this new category, some of the best work comes from the women behind it. So next time you need to waste an hour or two with a mini existential crisis in your own bedroom, put these female artists on in the background.
(09/29/18 12:00pm)
Life can be messy, especially when you least expect it, like when you spill Wawa coffee on your shirt on the way to class. But when everything seems to be crashing down around you, do not fret friends. A well–packed backpack can solve any of these emergencies that may attempt to ruin your day, so for any of these common inconveniences, here are some small yet essential items to keep on you at all times.
