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Meech Bold (right) performs with a friend. The artists’ stage presence raised the audience’s energy as the night went on.

Boston fans come together to celebrate, enjoy ‘90s hip-hop

Tanisha Gaikwad, photo staff January 31, 2024

Hip-hop fans flocked to the Media Arts Center at Roxbury Community College Jan. 20 to attend the indoor music festival “Live From the Tape Deck: A Celebration of 90s Hip Hop.” Hosted by Beats and Barbecue, the premier hip-hop festival of New England, the tribute to ‘90s...

Column: Letterboxd expands its cinematic universe

Column: Letterboxd expands its cinematic universe

Olivia Woodard, news correspondent January 24, 2024

Coined as the “Goodreads for movies” by founders Matthew Buchanan and Karl von Randow, Letterboxd has only become a household name in recent years — despite debuting in 2011. Known for its users’ humorous quips in place of lengthy movie reviews — witty remarks like...

The Middle East stands at 472 Massachusetts Ave. The nightclub has been known to feature different types of bands at the same time with its five rooms.

‘It was like an oasis’: How The Middle East became a talked-about music venue

Henry Bova, news correspondent January 23, 2024

If one was looking for a night of live music and walked into The Middle East blind, it would be best to expect the unexpected. With a labyrinth of rooms to navigate and a diverse bill of artists each night, its eclecticism jumps out from the moment someone walks in. To Aaron...

The News presents ‘Lifestyle Wrapped 2023’

The News presents ‘Lifestyle Wrapped 2023’

Jake Guldin, Kristina DaPonte, and Laura Emde January 7, 2024

Throughout 2023, contributors of The News’ Lifestyle section commented on the latest trends overtaking social media, covered live events ranging from concerts to celebrity-driven conversations and, of course, penned thoughtful critiques of the latest films, television shows...

Column: The Who’s ‘Quadrophenia’ turns 50 — but some may not have heard of it

Column: The Who’s ‘Quadrophenia’ turns 50 — but some may not have heard of it

Luca Williams, news correspondent January 2, 2024

The story starts in 1969 when The Who changed music forever by creating the first successful rock opera, “Tommy,” which tells the story of a “deaf, dumb and blind boy” who becomes a famed pinball player and then a cult leader. This 24-track album elevated the band to...

Ellen Pompeo, star of "Grey's Anatomy," recently departed the series. It has been steadily declining in viewership and acclaim for years. Photo courtesy ABC.

Column: With Meredith Grey gone, whose ‘Anatomy’ is it now?

Lawrence Brown, news correspondent December 15, 2023

Since its debut in 2005, the immensely popular series “Grey's Anatomy” has captured the hearts of millennials and Generation Z. “Grey's Anatomy,” an 18-year-long medical drama that has won over seven dozen awards, began with the original cast of Ellen Pompeo, Sandra...

Katie Dolce sings and plays the guitar at LMA's Homecoming concert. The two opening acts each had to prepare a 30-minute setlist. Photo courtesy Emily Kobren.

LMA openers reflect on Homecoming performances, aspirations

Christina McCabe, news staff December 11, 2023

In the weeks after Live Music Association’s, or LMA’s, Homecoming concert, student openers Katie Dolce and Bug Wife are still ecstatic about their performances.  The student acts opened the concert for Tommy Lefroy, an indie pop music duo, in Northeastern’s AfterHours...

Children and adults watch the performances at the Faneuil Hall tree lighting Nov. 21.

Column: 6 activities to get you in the holiday spirit

Alex DuBois, news correspondent December 7, 2023

As the familiar chill of winter descends upon Boston, there is no better time for college students to explore the city and embrace the quickly approaching season. For students searching for ways to experience some holiday magic, Boston luckily offers no shortage of winter activities...

A performer strums their guitar and sings onstage. The proceeds from the open mic supported the Okra Project, a mutual aid organization for queer people of color.

Music For Change: LMA open mic draws crowds, raises funds for trans youth

Yaakov Aldrich, news correspondent December 5, 2023

The Live Music Association, or LMA, organized an open mic Nov. 13, which brought together a variety of indie bands and solo acts who performed for a cheering crowd of students in AfterHours to raise money for the Okra Project, a mutual aid organization for queer people of color.  Several...

Maria Barrett sings during the opening song "Omigod You Guys."  Despite the difficulty of a musical like Legally Blonde, NU Stage pulled it off, pleasing audiences.

‘What, like it’s hard?’: NU Stage takes on ‘Legally Blonde’

Rachana Madhav, news staff December 4, 2023

Over the weekend of Nov. 19, Northeastern’s “premier student-run musical theater group,” NU Stage, put on one of its most electric and memorable shows yet: “Legally Blonde.” Despite the inherent challenge of staging this particular musical — it's an ambitious choice...

A Boogie walks across stage, illuminated by set lights. He performed several hit songs, including "Drowning," "Look Back at It" and "My Shit." Photo courtesy Kimmy Curry, CUP.

Taking a “Look Back at It”: A Boogie wit da Hoodie invigorates students at Homecoming concert

Niya Plynton, news correspondent December 1, 2023

New York-based hip-hop superstar A Boogie wit da Hoodie concluded “Me vs. Myself: The College Tour” at Matthews Arena Nov. 9 where he performed as the Homecoming Week’s headliner, sponsored by the Northeastern Council for University Programs, or CUP.  Following previous...

Column: ‘Now and Then’ is solemn, fitting coda for Beatles’ 65-year legacy

Column: ‘Now and Then’ is solemn, fitting coda for Beatles’ 65-year legacy

Darin Zullo, news staff November 30, 2023

On Nov. 2, the most iconic band of the 1960s released its final single. If any band can top the Billboard charts in both 1964 and 2023, it’s the Beatles. The impact of its seemingly endless list of hits spans generations, but how does the new single compare to the rest of its...