Jaelyn Gonzalez
Jaelyn Gonzalez is a UC Riverside alumna and former Arts & Entertainment Assistant Editor for the Highlander. Her love for alternative culture brought her to report on the independent arts and SoCal culture. When she is not writing she is DJ'ing!
Add these love songs to your Valentine’s Day soundtrack
Amidst the love in the air, here are a few songs to dedicate to your friends, crush, partner or even yourself!
“Cariño” by The Marías
While...
Sundance exclusive: Rich Brian makes an acting debut in Justin Chon’s ‘Jamojaya’
On January 22, “Jamojaya” premiered at Eccles Theatre in Park City, Utah for the 2023 Sundance Film Festival. The director of “Jamojaya,” Justin Chon,...
Top 4 most memorable films from Sundance Film Festival 2023
“Fairyland,” Directed by Andre Durham
“Fairyland” was the most heart-warming film premiere at this year’s festival. Durham tells the story of a father-daughter duo in...
Winter SOULstice 2023: Performers save the show by a thread
On Monday, January 16th the Associated Student Programming Board (ASPB) released a promotional video for their annual “Winter SOULstice” quarterly concert. Mixed reactions resulted:...
Sundance exclusive: ‘Justice’ reignites the fight against sexual assault on the federal floor
Content warning: This article may not be suited for readers sensitive to sexual violence.
On the first day of the Sundance Film Festival, January 19,...
Artist spotlight: Redefining artistry with Litzy Cruz
In October 2022, student and artist, Litzy Cruz filled the walls of the Phyllis Gill Gallary with expressive multimedia pieces. For 13 days Cruz...
Erewhon, the hotspot for transplants and gentrifiers, is erasing the real Los Angeles
From Kim Kardashian to Hailey Beiber, Erewhon is the trendiest spot to shop for one’s weekly groceries or grab a smoothie. Erewhon Market is...
Riverside celebrates Día de los Muertos covered in marigolds for its 19th annual festival
On Saturday, November 5th, Riverside’s community gathered for its Day of the Dead, Día de Muertos, festival. The festival ran through the heart of...
‘Camping Culture’ needs to end and Harry Styles fans are at partial fault
Harry Styles, pop star from across the pond, is making a pit stop for ten days in Los Angeles, which has made the Kia...
The best, and worst, live music venues in Southern California
Southern California is full of glamorous and charming concert venues. From Riverside County to Los Angeles County, there is a setting for every music...