Don’t Resist: Give BABYMETAL’s Metal Resistance a Listen Posted on November 9, 2016November 10, 2016 by Luke Franklin BABYMETAL’s sophomore album, Metal Resistance, was released this past April 1, 2016 but it sure wasn’t a joke. I haven’t stopped listening to it yet. If you are unfamiliar with BABYMETAL, they are a fusion of slamming heavy metal and Japanese idol music. It is an unlikely combination that is easy to fall in love […]
Me a… Single Shot of Silence Posted on October 24, 2016October 24, 2016 by Luke Franklin The library is bustling, full of people while the smell of freshly brewed coffee wafts through the air. The noise never seems to stop in there, right? The library is silent, never seems to have anyone in there and the mustiness of old books is pungent. It’s a nice refuge, right? On the first floor, the former is true; there never seems to be a moment of peace. However, if you venture up to the third floor, the latter is true (yes, there’s a third floor). You wouldn’t imagine that 27,000 students attend UWM by how quiet and nearly desolate it is. Whether you’re grabbing a quick brew at the Grind or getting a cup of quiet with your studies, the Golda Meir Library has both covered.
The College Experience Posted on October 2, 2016 by Luke Franklin It’s 11:41 PM the night before this piece is due and I’m sitting at my desk, staring at my fan as it gently waves my hair in its breeze. The TV is whispering quietly to me in the background, “Hi I’m Julianne Hough and if you’re anything like me, your skin is not always clear.” […]