ALBUM REVIEW: Wallows, Nothing Happens Posted on May 19, 2019May 19, 2019 by Taylor Stackman Artists You Might Like: Declan McKenna, COIN, HUNNY Recommended Tracks: Are You Bored Yet? (Feat. Clairo), Ice Cold Pool, Do Not Wait The snowing is melting, the flowers are springing, and Wallows are thriving. It’s time to start thinking of warmer times ahead and what better than listening to the California based band’s newest album […]
America’s Return to the Moon Should be Planned Carefully [OPINION] Posted on May 19, 2019May 19, 2019 by Allison Beebe This summer marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission that landed the first humans on the moon, and how fitting is it that America is now revisiting the idea of manned-lunar exploration after forty-seven years, according to Astronomy. After receiving approval from President Trump earlier this year, NASA has devised a plan called Moon to […]
The Bucks Dismantle the Celtics in Five Games Posted on May 14, 2019May 14, 2019 by Bradley Hanney After dropping Game 1 in the East Semis, the Bucks bounced back like we knew they were capable of, as they went on to win the next four straight and advance to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in nearly two decades. The Milwaukee Bucks finished off a beat Boston Celtics squad in […]
Kishi Bashi’s Latest Single, “Marigolds,” is Beautifully Orchestrated Posted on May 13, 2019May 13, 2019 by Allison Beebe “Marigolds” Kishi Bashi Joyful Noise Recordings Release date: May 2, 2019 Experimental Independent Pop The lifting layers of complex violin pizzicato uncover elements of inspiration and nostalgia in Kishi Bashi’s latest single “Marigolds” off of his upcoming album “Omoiyari” scheduled to release May 31, 2019. Released May 2 as a prelude to the album’s debut, […]
Hulu’s Original Show, The Act, is Artistically Accurate [REVIEW] Posted on May 8, 2019May 8, 2019 by Allison Beebe The ACT Studio: Universal Content Productions Director: Nick Antosca, Michelle Dean Main actors: Patricia Arquette, Joey King, AnnaSophia Robb Original Streaming Network: Hulu Run time: March 20, 2019 – present (7 released as of April 24) Rating : ★★★★☆ In June of 2015, Gypsy Rose Blanchard cowered on the bathroom floor covering her ears while Nicholas Godejohn murdered her mother Dee Dee Blanchard in […]
Milwaukee Mother Confronts Son’s Killer in Court Posted on May 8, 2019May 8, 2019 by Megan Zemple A Milwaukee man who pleaded guilty last month to second-degree reckless homicide, as party to a crime, and one count of possession with intent to deliver THC, less than 200 grams, was sentenced Friday to 14 years in prison and nine years of extended supervision for the homicide and one year of prison for the […]
“Smoke Free” Campus Divides Students Posted on May 7, 2019May 7, 2019 by David Watters The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s recent drive for inclusivity is receiving a bit of backlash, leaving some UWM students feeling excluded. According to the recently applied “Tobacco and Smoke-Free on Campus” policy listed on the university’s website, all smoke and tobacco related items and devices are banned from use on campus. The new policy is an […]
Ab-Soul Uses Alori Joh’s Death to Spread Positivity [OPINION] Posted on May 5, 2019May 5, 2019 by Ali Shana Although hip-hop artists are often critiqued as misogynistic and shallow, when rappers fall in love, they fall hard. In the unfortunate event of a lover passing, rappers grieve just like non-celebrities do. The difference, though, is that the public is able to see how a celebrity copes with death. Just five months ago, Diddy’s ex-lover […]
Get All of Your Food Groups in One Dish: Spinach and Bacon Tortellini Posted on May 5, 2019May 5, 2019 by Amanda Maniscalco Every summer since I was little my parents have grown herbs, leafy greens, peppers, always cherry tomatoes, and one year we even grew pumpkins. The entire backyard became a prickly pumpkin patch. It’s tradition for our whole family to get together for a barbeque on Fourth of July. Last year I was in charge of […]
Revisiting Killer Mike’s NRA Controversy a Year Later [OPINION] Posted on May 5, 2019May 5, 2019 by Ali Shana Emcee Killer Mike has never been a stranger to political activism. Killer Mike, one half of the hip-hop duo Run the Jewels, has been especially vocal on his opinions outside of music throughout 2019. In January, he released his six-episode Netflix series Trigger Warning with Killer Mike, which addresses several of his hot takes on […]
Taqueria Buenavista: A Mexican Food Staple of Southside Milwaukee [REVIEW] Posted on May 2, 2019May 2, 2019 by Francisco Scartozzi Restaurant Name: Taqueria Buenavista Restaurant Address: 6000 W Burnham St, Milwaukee, WI 53219 Phone Number: (414) 546-1197 Business Hours: Open Sunday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to midnight. Price Per Entrée: 5.50-12.50 Attire: Casual Reservations: No Payment: Credit Card, Cash Service: 3 Setting: 2 Food: […]
A Look at Hooligan’s Super Bar in Milwaukee [REVIEW] Posted on May 2, 2019May 2, 2019 by Ali Shana Restaurant: Hooligan’s Address: 2017 E. North Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202 Phone Number: (414) 273-5230 Hours: Mon – Thurs 11AM – 2AM | Fri 11 AM – 2:30 AM | Sat 10 AM – 2:30 AM | Sun 10 AM – 2 AM Cuisine: Bar Food Entrée Prices: $8 – $12 Drink Prices: $2 – $6 […]