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Eminem's latest album, "The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grace)" was released Friday.

Culture Pick: Eminem’s latest album proves to be distasteful and disappointing

Cole Manasco, Contributing Writer July 15, 2024

Hip-hop titan and notorious jokester Eminem continues to digress stylistically and distastefully address “cancel culture” on his latest album, “The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grace),” released...

Released Friday, "Charm" is Clairo's third studio album.

Culture Pick: “Charm” is a captivating new chapter in Clairo’s musical journey

Anna Hill, Staff Reporter July 13, 2024

In a summer filled with hot new releases, singer-songwriter Clairo has returned after three years gone from the music industry with a new album, “Charm.” Fans will hear a familiar vibe in the album,...

"Maxxxine" is a horror movie that follows the 2022 film "X."

Culture Pick: ‘Maxxxine’ is a disappointing end to a remarkable series

Jeremiah Nixon, Contributing Writer July 9, 2024

“Maxxxine” is a rather disappointing ending to a bold and electrifying trilogy.  2022’s acclaimed slasher film, “X,” captivated audiences with its over-the-top gore and raunchiness, as it...

"A Quiet Place: Day One," released on June 27, is the prequel to 2018's "A Quiet Place."

Culture Pick: ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ has glitz of its predecessors but lacks staying power

Luke McClinton, Chief Copy Editor July 1, 2024

“A Quiet Place: Day One” has the foundation of a rock-solid and even great prequel. It isn’t just that it brings the concept of sound-seeking monsters to a fresh and exciting urban setting. The...

Bryan Bielanski is a rock musician who will be performing at the Cahaba Brewing Company in Birmingham.

Acoustic rock singer-songwriter Bryan Bielanski to perform in Birmingham for Independence Day weekend

Sujith Mareddy, Contributing Writer June 29, 2024

Bryan Bielanski, a musician who describes himself as a “kid born to Nirvana and the Beatles,” is performing live at the Cahaba Brewing Company in Birmingham at noon July 6.  Bielanski is an acoustic...

 "I Had Some Help" by Post Malone and Morgan Wallen has topped the Billboard charts at the beginning of the summer.

Top songs to kick off summer 2024

Cole Manasco, Contributing Writer June 26, 2024

Every year, the daunting question, “What is the song of the summer?” plagues the minds of many. Not to worry, however — the Billboard “Songs of the Summer” list helps answer that challenging...

Juneteenth is a federal holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in America.

Juneteenth in Tuscaloosa: A celebration of the Black community’s achievements

Arielle Rivers, Contributing Writer June 19, 2024

159 years after the last slaves were declared free in Galveston, Texas, Americans now recognize Juneteenth as a celebration of Black freedom.  Although the Emancipation Proclamation was passed in 1863,...

"Inside Out 2," which released Friday, is a sequel to Pixar's 2015 hit animated film.

Culture Pick: “Inside Out 2” and the abandonment of identity

Luke McClinton, Chief Copy Editor June 17, 2024

“Inside Out 2” begins with a bit of an eye roll.  We open with the dreaded exposition monologue over a cliched scene of Riley playing hockey. The monologue, like with others that have appeared...

Kentuck's Art Markets are monthly events that showcase local artists.

Kentuck’s Art Market showcases local artists

Ava Morthland, Culture Editor June 12, 2024

Kentuck will host its monthly Art Market providing an opportunity for new and experienced local artists to learn from one another and display their work. The event will occur Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to...

Celebrate Local is a yearly event that recognizes local business owners and artists.

Celebrate Local aims to support local artists and independent businesses

Ava Morthland, Culture Editor June 12, 2024

Tuscaloosa River Market hosted the seventh year of Celebrate Local on Tuesday. The event aimed to recognize local artists and independent businesses within the Tuscaloosa community. Each year since 2017,...

TusKaloosa PicKers offers a variety of unique finds for Tuscaloosans.

‘Take a trip down memory lane’: Local marketplace offers a bounty of unique pieces

Ava Morthland, Culture Editor June 5, 2024

Editor's note: This story was updated June 6 to correct names in the story. A previous version of the story stated that "Tracie and Bo Swann" were the owners of TusKaloosa PicKers, when in fact their surname...

Located next to the Student Recreation Center, the Student Health Center offers urgent care, women's health care and more.

Student guide to wellness on campus

Ava Morthland, Culture Editor May 31, 2024

For many students, college is the first time in their lives that they will have to handle medical issues on their own. University Medical Center, the Women and Gender Resource Center and the Counseling...