TWICE’s ‘With YOU-th’ is, unfortunately, not love at first listen

On Feb. 23, the successful K-pop girl group TWICE released their EP “With YOU-th.” It’s their thirteenth EP, consisting of six tracks, and released in the midst of TWICE’s “READY TO BE” world tour....

Netflix’s ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ is a well-made disappointment that struggles to satisfy fans

Nickelodeon’s animated series, “Avatar: The Last Airbender” (2005-2008) was one of their most successful shows. With a massive following and an endless amount of positive reviews, the show has become a cult classic and...

Radar Replay: Revisiting Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘Phantom of the Opera’

Encapsulating the musical experience of Broadway’s longest-running show, Joel Schumacher directed a seamless transition from stage to screen in his 2004 adaptation of “The Phantom of the Opera.” With a notable track record of...

‘Drive Away Dolls’ proves the need for more fun and silly lesbian movies

In 2021, Saturday Night Live released a sketch named “Lesbian Period Drama.” It was meant as a parody of period dramas featuring lesbians in a repressive setting, such as “Carol,” “Portrait of a Lady...

AREA951 2024: A night of high-energy EDM and engaging DJs despite the small crowd

On Feb. 22, for the very first time, the Associated Students Program Board (ASPB) introduced AREA951, an electronic dance music (EDM) concert accompanied by a photo booth and food trucks. Coming off of the...

Looking Into the Failure of ‘Madame Web’

*Spoilers* The first trailer for “Madame Web” dropped on Nov. 15, giving audiences a glimpse into the new superhero. Although there was no mention or hint of Spider-Man in the trailer, audiences couldn’t ignore the...

LE SSERAFIM makes it look ‘EASY’ with their new EP

On Feb. 19, LE SSERAFIM, a K-pop girl group with Source Music, which is a label under HYBE, released “EASY,” the group’s third EP. The concept that has been going on since the group’s...

UCR Chambers Singers presents a compilation of talent

On Monday, Feb. 12, the University of California Riverside (UCR) Department of Music presented its annual Chamber Singers Valentines concert. Conducted by Ruth Charloff and accompanied by pianist Jonathan Keplinger, the remarkable solo performances,...

How to: Winter Dress Code Edition

The fundamental phrase of a winter dress code implies that there is a standard of style that we have to abide by, but that is simply not true. There are no rules to fashion,...

‘Bob Marley: One Love’ visualizes the life of a mystical musician

Bob Marley was a revolutionary reggae musician that stood as a symbol of hope. Marley faced multiple obstacles during his life. He used his trials and tribulations as an inspiration for his music. His...