Rappers Who Aren't Straight Guys

So we freaked because Chance the Rapper came to our frat parties last weekend, but he fits the profile of most rappers: straight, dude. Here’s a partial list of some sick rappers who don’t fit the typical bill.

Performing Arts in the House: Interview with Laurie McCall

As director of the Platt Student Performing Arts House, Laurie McCall juggles the 44 comedy, spoken word, dance, theatre and music groups on campus- in addition to coordinating PennQuest.

Review: "The Marshall Mathers LP 2"—Eminem

Most Eminem fans were skeptical, especially given his last effort, when they heard that his new album was going to be titled “The Marshall Mathers LP 2.” His last full–length album, “Recovery,” was filled with a lot of shouting, cringe–worthy punchlines and collaborations with people he would’ve joked about killing in his golden age.

Review: "Moon Landing"—James Blunt

When English–born artist James Blunt released his first single, “You’re Beautiful,” in the U.S.

B–Roll: Brave New World, Same Old Form

Every Monday night, I watch the latest episode of “How I Met Your Mother,” even though the show hasn’t been consistently funny in years.

Review: "Matangi"—M.I.A

It is evident from the intro song, “Karmageddon,” that M.I.A’s new album “Matangi” is not just a grouping of songs; it is a lyrical and instrumental experience.

Netflix Pick of the Week: "Better off Ted"

“Better off Ted” is a hard comedy to define; half satire and half heart, its cast of characters feels both real and totally cartoonish.

Review: "Blue is the Warmest Color"

In Abdellatif Kechiche’s recently debuted French drama, blue is not only the warmest color, but it is also the most heart–warming one.

Review: "12 Years a Slave"

Steve McQueen’s latest masterpiece, “12 Years a Slave,” is less of a film one watches than a piece of art one experiences.

Tweet of the Week: 11.5.2013

I'm a tweetin', walkin' paradox, no I'm not—

Playlist of the Week: 11.4.2013

Philly Film Festival Review: "Caucus"

A typical Northeastern Obama-supporting Liberal, I strived for an open mind in watching "Caucus." Though I’d like to claim objectivity, it was immediately apparent I had failed.

Music Video Sunday: Washed Out—"All I Know"

A matter of lost love and youth, the video begins with a guy filming his friend Victor, inquiring about the fallout of Victor’s relationship.

Trailer of the Week: "Neighbors"

The release of a new trailer for “Neighbors,” Seth Rogen’s upcoming comedy that’s sure to be a hit, gives us a glimpse of what life turns into for a couple with a newborn baby when a fraternity moves in next door.

Synesthesia: "Friday Night Lights"

“I was living in a devil town/ didn’t know it was a devil town,” sings Tony Lucca as he covers Daniel Johnston’s 1990 song, “Devil Town.” Johnston had no idea his “devil town” would be Dillon, Texas, the imaginary town profiled in “Friday Night Lights,” but his song, reprised in a huskier tone yet with a whimsical air by Lucca, is one of the standouts of the show.

Philly Film Festival Review: "Miele"

What is a good reason to want to die? The eponymous main character of “Miele” has built a career out of avoiding that question.

Philly Film Festival Review: "A Touch of Sin"

Directed by Jia Zhangke, "A Touch of Sin" captures the unsettling side effects of the economic expansion in China.

Artist Profile: Trevor Pierce

Name: Trevor Pierce Year: College 2014 Hometown: Canton, CT Major: Theatre Arts with a Music/History Minor Website:  www.trevorpierce.weebly.com Street: Describe your artistic pursuits. Trevor Pierce: I’m kind of a jack–of–all–trades.

Drinking Game: “How I Met Your Mother”

Here is a nine–step drinking game to be played while watching any episode from HIMYM’s nine seasons. It’s sure to make your night legen–waitforit–dary.