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Review: ‘Black Panther’ is black excellence that hooks the world

Melissa Wells, news correspondent March 6, 2018
"Black Panther," with its mostly black cast, holds the highest rating of any film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe franchise.
John Gourley, Portugal. The Man's lead singer and guitarist, sings a song from the band's latest album, "Woodstock." / Photo by Riley Robinson

Portugal. The Man puts on ’60s-inspired show in Providence

February 28, 2018
Portugal. The Man. delivered a '60s inspired show at The Stand in Providence. Twin Peaks, another rock band, opened for them.
BØRNS performed at a sold-out House of Blues  on Sunday, Feb. 11. / Photo by Riley Robinson

BØRNS delivers sold-out show at the House of Blues

February 16, 2018
BØRNS, electro-alternative star behind hits like “10,000 Emerald Pools,” “Electric Love” and “Sweet Dreams," performed at the House of Blues on Sunday, Feb. 11.
Review: 'Fifty Shades Freed' is good for laughs, bad for plot

Review: ‘Fifty Shades Freed’ is good for laughs, bad for plot

February 15, 2018
If Stetson West Eatery’s recent porn viewing wasn’t enough for you, “Fifty Shades Freed” is playing in theaters nationwide.
Review: Black Label Society brings brotherhood to the Worcester Palladium

Review: Black Label Society brings brotherhood to the Worcester Palladium

February 8, 2018
Heavy metal band, Black Label Society, played an emotional tribute to slain Pantera guitarist Darrell Abbott, also known as Dimebag Darrell.
New movie is far from a disaster

New movie is far from a disaster

December 7, 2017
On Dec. 1, James Franco and Seth Rogen released a new film about the making of “The Room,” called “The Disaster Artist.”
NU Stage's "Heathers: The Musical" mixes murder and angst

NU Stage’s “Heathers: The Musical” mixes murder and angst

December 7, 2017
The show’s opening night Friday filled Blackman Auditorium with a roaring 500-person turnout, and Saturday night’s showing was just as successful.
"Stranger Things 2": Spoilers

“Stranger Things 2”: Spoilers

November 29, 2017
In its sophomore season, Netflix’s “Stranger Things” uses its visual charm and well-rounded cast to build a nostalgic yet fresh story with unexpected twists.
Aoun’s "Robot Proof" lays out a plan for educators

Aoun’s “Robot Proof” lays out a plan for educators

November 29, 2017
Joseph E. Aoun: A man who has said his fourth language is rap and also has been honored by the French government for his contributions to academia. So what does a book penned by Northeastern’s president look like? How many times does he say “experiential learning?” As it turns out, it’s a surprisingly good read with only 28 mentions over 149 pages.
Dua Lipa makes her first stop in Boston on her Self-Titled Tour

Dua Lipa makes her first stop in Boston on her Self-Titled Tour

November 28, 2017

  By Lauren Scornavacca and Hailey Konisky   The anticipation was high in the House of Blues Monday night as the crowd waited for Dua Lipa to take the stage for the sold-out show. Under the dim stage lights audience members could make out the silhouettes of...

John Mayer and Jimmy Fallon

Comedians perform at TD Garden for the 23rd Annual ‘Comics Come Home’ benefit

November 20, 2017

By Sophie Cannon, managing editor From the strange spellings of their cities to their reckless driving and inability to be offended by an insult, it is undeniably true that Bostonians have a lot to laugh about when it comes to their city. In a night of pure comedic relief,...

The old Taylor is not dead, she’s just fed up

The old Taylor is not dead, she’s just fed up

November 17, 2017
When Taylor Swift dropped her fifth studio album “1989” back in October 2014, the question on everybody’s mind, no doubt, was “how can she possibly top this?” Well, the answer to that question will have to wait at least a couple more years.