Arts & Entertainment
Song of the Summer?
Every summer, only one jam reigns supreme. We defend Summer 2013's megahits — cast your vote (if you're not sick of them already).
Philadelphia Fall Arts Preview
Start marking your calendars: autumn in Philly is flourishing with art of all kinds, from theater to sculpture, openings to closings.
The Quintessential Freshman Playlist
Sometimes being a freshman can get rough, so here’s a playlist to smooth the way.
DIY: Seashell Picture Frames
You’ve scrubbed the summer sand out of your hair, but that doesn’t mean you have to get rid of your seashells.
Album Review: “Hall of Fame"—Big Sean
Big Sean has managed to pull off one of the most graceful avoidances of a sophomore slump in a long time. The rapper, known for hits like "Dance (A$$)" and "My Last," has consistently found his strong suit in smart collaborations with everyone from Kanye to John Legend. He continues in that vein with "Hall of Fame," welcoming guests such as Nas, Miguel, Nicki Minaj, and Common. The result is a collection of rap songs accessible to the masses. This album shows us that while Big Sean may not be Kendrick Lamar spitting fire on "Control," "Control" IS his song.
Album Review: "Black Trees"—Julie Kathryn
Julie Kathryn shows off her soft alto voice and her romantic and feminine musical sound in her debut album titled “Black Trees”. “Black Trees” includes a varied tracklist of loosely defined “dreamy pop” through which Julie Kathryn boasts her soulful memoir.
Film on the Walk
We ambushed some of your peers on Locust, and here are there picks for the best movies of the summer. You know, in case you were too busy doing shit to get cultured like these kids.
Poll: What's your Favorite Movie of the Summer?
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BREAKING BAD RECAP: "Rabid Dog"
Dealing with last week's revelations, Walt must decide what to do with Old Yeller. Should he resort to a half or full measure?
Playlist of the Week: 8.5.13
Get your tickets for these concerts before they come to Philly next semester!
Download of the Week: "Magna Carta... Holy Grail"
In Jay-Z’s 12th studio album, “Magna Carta…Holy Grail,” the iconic MC explores his role as a new father to our own American princess, Blue Ivy Carter.
Album Review: “Blurred Lines” — Robin Thicke
Robin Thicke’s new album is like the perfect summer fling: smooth, sexy and a little cocky.
THE NEWSROOM RECAP: "Willie Pete"
“The Newsroom” is once again an interesting place to be.
Alumni Playlist of the Week: 7.31.13
A playlist of songs we forgot we remembered, compiled by one of Street's finest alumni.
Review: Edward Sharpe and the Magnet Zeros—"Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros"
The cover of Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zero’s self-titled album shows a rainbow of muted colors coming together behind a figure.
Playlist of the Week: 7.29.2013
Started from the bottom now we're here, at the end of our summer internships. Here's Street's playlist for surviving those final days.
Review: Selena Gomez—"Stars Dance"
Unless you’re a diehard Selena Gomez fan, there’s really no reason why you should listen to her new album, “Stars Dance.” In a summer with some serious female pop starpower (see: Icona Pop, Marina and the Diamonds), this subpar album is an especially resounding dud.
