Playlists
Interview: Real Estate
Originally from New Jersey, Real Estate is a four-piece band whose sound might be deemed psychedelic.
One Track Mind: R.E.M. “Mine Smell Like Honey”
Though R.E.M.’s lengthy career featured a more diverse output than people usually remember, it’s easy to tell that “Mine Smell Like Honey” is a departure from earlier days.
Defibrillator: "Un–break My Heart" by Toni Braxton
When Toni Braxton’s lover, Tyson, died in a studly motorcycle accident, she belted out “Un–break My Heart.” I rediscovered the hit when I sat in on a friend’s 90s–themed college radio show.
DIY: Vietnamese Summer Rolls
This versatile and simple Vietnamese dish makes for a great snack or appetizer. Be creative with the fillings.
Switch In Before Add Drops
Student with passions for the arts share classes you should take while you still have the chance. Artistic talent not required.
Banh Mi? Banh U!
A Vietnamese Hoagie that gives a Philly Cheesesteak a run for its money.
The Gutter: 1.27.11
Now that bids have been handed out, freshmen have officially evolved from desperate kiss–asses into full–fledged bitches.
Review: Dysfunctional Furniture Exhibit
City Hall furniture exhibition makes your family look normal.
Interview: Director of Blue Valentine
Street chatted with Derek Cianfrance about Tom Waits, ukuleles and that pesky NC-17 rating.
Best of 2010: Bands You May Not Have Heard of
End–of–year lists in the music world gain credibility by doing one of two things: they either compile a bunch of albums that have already been validated with critical acclaim, or they include obscure bands just to score some indie cred.
Don't Yuck My Yum!
Brussels sprouts conjure up memories of the leftover overcooked greens, which seemed more conducive to pushing around on your plate than actually digesting.
Best Friendz: 7th Grade and Tears
Each week we totes spotlight some of the most terrific twosomes on campus! Like, awesome!
New Year’s Resolutions
We questioned some local civilians about their hopes and dreams for 2011. We’re sorry we asked.
The Ins and Outs of 2011
If there is one lesson film critics learned in 2010, it was that bad movies can’t be masked by 3D glasses or devoted comic book fans.
Defibrillator: Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949)
The black comedy is a delicate genre that often toes the line between hilarity and offense, usually landing squarely on one side or the other.
One Track Mind: Kanye West and Jay Z., “H.A.M.”
January 11 was a good day for music — Britney Spears dropped her new single “Hold it Against Me,” and Kanye West and Jay–Z released “H.A.M.” A few days after, 'Ye tweeted, “Yo Britney, I’m really happy for you and I’mma let you be #1, but me and Jay–Z single is one of the best songs of all time.” Sorry, Kanye: while we might have agreed with you on the whole Beyonce/Taylor Swift thing, we’re not as persuaded by your latest effort. “H.A.M.” is the first official single off the rap heavyweights’ joint EP, Watch the Throne, and stands for “hard as a mothafucka.” The track has all the bounce of Jay–Z’s best work, but Kanye’s verse is among his worst: his lazy flow sounds like a failed freestyle and features themes he’s covered better elsewhere.
