Oswego High School Music Department performs ‘Mamma Mia!’
By Faith Smith The Oswego High School put on performances of the hit musical “Mamma Mia!” at the Robinson-Faust Theatre on Feb. 11 and 12 of this year. In the show’s program, “A Note from the Director,” Eve Phillips stated…
Amazon Studios releases cheesy romantic comedy ‘I Want You Back’
By Ethan Stinson Released just in time for Valentine’s Day, Amazon Studios’ “I Want You Back” stands as a solid entry among the expansive library of romantic comedies available for couples to enjoy during the holiday. Although it sometimes falls…
‘This Woven Kingdom’ signals start of compelling fantasy series
By Gabrielle Kroeger “This Woven Kingdom” by Tahereh Mafi (“Shatter Me”) is an epic fantasy novel full of magic, danger and forbidden love. Alizeh is Jinn, meaning she has magical powers that make her stronger and faster than the average…
Knuckle Puck EP shows maturity, progress for band
By Connor LaLone Chicago-based punk-pop band Knuckle Puck (“No Good”) released their new EP titled “Disposable Life” on Feb. 4. The EP features two singles, as well as a cover: “Here’s Your Letter,” originally performed by Blink-182 (“I Miss You.”)…
Mitski opens up to listeners in reflective album ‘Laurel Hell’
By Jade Gatling “Laurel Hell” by Mitski (“Two Slow Dancers”) is the artist’s sixth studio album. It was released to most music platforms on Feb. 4, 2022. The Japanese-American singer managed to include numerous musical styles into her work. The…
Bastille’s ‘Give Me the Future’ creates sense of mystery, reflection
By Mackenzie Shields The British band “Bastille” released their fourth album “Give Me the Future” on Feb. 4. In a world full of uncertainty, the band seeks to explore possibilities for what the future may hold. Clocking in at only…
‘Weather Girl’ boasts humorous romance story, positive representation
By Gabrielle Kroeger “Weather Girl” by Rachel Lynn Solomon (“We Can’t Keep Meeting Like This”) is a romantic comedy that follows main character Ari Abrams, a weather girl for a Seattle news station. Ari loves everything about her job, except…
‘Home Team’ avoids discussing scandal, falls flat comedically
By Ethan Stinson During his one-year suspension from the NFL, former New Orleans Saints Coach Sean Payton assumed a new position as the offensive coordinator for his son’s sixth-grade football team. The youth team’s subsequent success and the controversy surrounding…
2 Chainz outshined by contributing artists in new album
By Patrick Cammarata Rap veteran 2 Chainz (“Grey Area”), formerly known as Tity Boi, returns after two years, following the release of “So Help Me God!” in 2020. The newest album may be the final from the artist, following a…
Kristen Bell shines in satirical Netflix psychological thriller series
Once viewers get past “The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window’s” incredibly long title, they can enjoy Kristen Bell (“Bad Moms”) delivering a stunning performance as Anna, a former painter struggling with grief…
