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Got finals season stress? Breathe deep, follow these tips

Finals season is heating up as the Fall 2021 semester and our first semester back on campus comes to an end. Finals week can be incredibly stressful and overwhelming as we’re bombarded with exams, papers and projects. And for some classes, you might even have a combination of the three.Dec 10 2021

Netflix or Hulu? Find out which streaming service is right for you

When Netflix started the streaming service craze and essentially put an end to cable TV, everything was great. Dec 7 2021

Need skin care recommendations? Try these products based on your skin type

Taking care of yourself and your skin is one of the most important things you can do, especially now as the winter gets colder and finals get closer. Skin care shouldn’t be scary, but instead fun and easy. Dec 1 2021

Listen to these top rap albums of 2021

2021 has been a great year for rap and hip-hop music. From the industry’s top artists to rising stars, there have been an impressive number of standout albums released this year. Nov 24 2021

Kid Cudi's documentary 'A Man Named Scott' is 2021's must-watch film

Kid Cudi is one of the most influential artists of the last decade. Born Scott Mescudi, the Grammy Award-winning artist has influenced generations of stars like Travis Scott, who dedicated the latter half of his stage name to his idol. Nov 11 2021

Mac Miller's 2014 mixtape 'Faces' is finally available for streaming

“Slow it down, we goin’ out with a bang. Are you ready for the fireworks?” Mac Miller asks on his 2014 track “Grand Finale.” After 7 years, Miller’s widely acclaimed 2014 mixtape, “Faces,” landed on all streaming platforms for the first time on Oct. 15.Nov 1 2021

Be sure to stream these spooky soundtracks this Halloween

Out of all of the holidays, Christmas music gets the most love, but in my opinion, Halloween music is slept on every single year. This time, I refuse to let it happen.Oct 30 2021

Scored your Rolling Loud tickets? Look at who's performing

After its successful New York City launch in 2019, Rolling Loud New York is finally returning to Citi Field this weekend, and the lineup is stacked with some of the biggest and most influential artists in the industry. Rolling Loud is the biggest rap and hip-hop festival in the world, and although its biggest show is in Miami every year, the New York show is sure to be a rager.Oct 28 2021

Stalkers, love, murder: Long-awaited 'You' season three didn't disappoint

Netflix has finally released the highly anticipated season three of the hit thriller series “You" on Oct. 15 starring Penn Badgley as Joe Goldberg and Victoria Pedretti as Love Quinn. Oct 20 2021

You're not funny, you're just insensitive: Dave Chappelle's 'The Closer' is wildly offensive to LGBTQ+ community

Dave Chappelle’s new Netflix comedy special, "The Closer," has become the most recent, and perhaps the most significant, of Chappelle’s long history of scandals relating to his controversial material. The comedian’s entire career revolves around his enjoyment of making people mad and delivering jokes that are offensive, uncomfortable and degrading. "The Closer" is no different and has received immense backlash.Oct 18 2021

Sex, drugs, fame: Don Toliver's newest release 'Life of a DON' is captivating, unique

Don Toliver positioned himself as his own toughest act to follow after his near-flawless debut studio album, “Heaven Or Hell,” was certified gold. The 27-year-old Houston rapper solidified his place in rap’s elite with his silky smooth vocals, irresistible hooks and astral sound. He came out of the gate strong, and he’s showing no signs of slowing down.Oct 14 2021

Meek Mill's latest project 'Expensive Pain' falls short of expectations

Meek Mill’s fifth studio album, "Expensive Pain," was released on Oct. 1 and at its best moments, it's thoughtful, introspective and impressive. It’s sonically strong, and pensive. Though, at times, it lacks focus as a cohesive body of work.Oct 11 2021

Want to take cute fall pics on campus? Here are some of Rutgers' most Instagrammable spots

It’s officially fall, and not just on the calendar. The weather is crisp, the leaves are changing and the smell of something fresh is in the air.Oct 8 2021

Viral Netflix sensation 'Squid Game' provides powerful commentary on capitalism

Imagine you’re back in the third grade, and you don’t have money for lunch. So in a bet for one of your classmates’ lunches, you play freeze tag on the playground. If you win, you get lunches for your entire class. If you lose, you die.Oct 6 2021

Nao's latest release 'And Then Life Was Beautiful' is vulnerable, deeply moving

East London singer-songwriter and record producer, Nao, released her third studio album "And Then Life Was Beautiful" on Sept. 24, and it's a truly beautiful sentiment to the ups and downs of modern love, healing from pain and an inspiring journey to self-actualization.Oct 1 2021

How marketing genius Lil Nas X creatively uses social media, controversy to build his career

There’s no denying that Lil Nas X is the best marketer in the game. Since his breakout hit “Old Town Road” went viral in 2019, the 22-year-old rapper showed the music industry how a viral TikTok sound can rapidly evolve into a massive cultural moment, spending 19 weeks at the top of Billboard’s Hot 100.Sep 24 2021

Going to Governors Ball this weekend? Make sure to bring these essentials with you

Music festivals are back, baby! If there’s anything that music lovers have missed more than anything in our pandemic world, it’s definitely live music. Governors Ball is back at Citi Field in Queens, New York this weekend and the lineup is jam packed.Sep 20 2021

Drake's 'Certified Lover Boy': Masterfully crafted, totally cliché

After a year of sporting a heart etched into his hairline and three years without an album, the world’s biggest heartbreaker is back. Drake released his sixth studio album, "Certified Lover Boy," on Sept. 3, and for better or worse, it's exactly what you would expect from him.Sep 13 2021

Here's why you need to stream Houston's new hip-hop icon Aaron May

Houston, Texas consistently breeds some of today’s hottest artists in the music industry. Beyoncé, Megan Thee Stallion, Travis Scott and Don Toliver are just a few of Houston’s best creations. The city’s newest talent to watch is an up-and-comer in the rap and hip-hop scene, 20-year-old Aaron May.Jul 10 2021

Reflection: Letting go of my expectations of myself

The entire world has undergone immense changes in the last year, some for the better and some for the worse. And regardless of if we had asked for these changes or not, there was no escaping them. May 3 2021

BROCKHAMPTON's latest release 'ROADRUNNER: NEW LIGHT, NEW MACHINE' is their best work yet

BROCKHAMPTON’s sixth studio album, "ROADRUNNER: NEW LIGHT, NEW MACHINE," is here and it’s their most impressive record yet. The 13-member hip-hop collective’s latest release is sensitive and retrospective, focusing on melody and production that starkly contrasts against the rest of their discography.Apr 28 2021

Tinder, but make it elitist: I tried The League dating app for one month, here's what happened

Nearly a month ago, I stumbled upon something in one of my class’ lectures that caught my eye. We were discussing online dating and the persona you create for yourself to try to find “the one.” That’s where I was introduced to the Harvard of dating applications: The League.Apr 22 2021

Obsessed with clean beauty? Here are some affordable recommendations

The clean beauty craze is here, and it's shaking up the skincare industry! Skincare is having its moment to shine thanks to self-care quarantine and "clean beauty," which is taking over.Apr 16 2021

'Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal' reveals profound injustice in US education system

Netflix’s new documentary “Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal” delves into the 2019 college admissions bribery scandal that indicted more than 50 members of the nation’s top 1 percent, including actresses Lori Loughlin and Felicity Huffman.Apr 12 2021

From 'Old Town Road' to satanic shoes: Breaking down Lil Nas X's controversies

Rapper and singer Lil Nas X recently launched a pair of “Satan shoes” to accompany his new single, “MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name).” The shoes sold out almost immediately, but not without a heavy dose of controversy.Apr 6 2021

Bhad Bhabie breaks her silence, demands apology from Dr. Phil for condoning abuse

Danielle Marie Bregoli, aka Bhad Bhabie, exposed Dr. Phil last week for sending her to Turn-About Ranch in Escalante, Utah, back in 2016 where she was abused for six months at the age of 13.Apr 2 2021

Kota the Friend's 'To Kill a Sunrise' is this year's best rap album to date

2021 is Kota the Friend’s year. The Brooklyn rapper released his fifth album, “Lyrics to GO, Vol. 2,” in January, and now he is back with a joint project with legendary DJ and producer, Statik Selektah.Apr 1 2021

Justin Bieber's new album 'Justice' is sonically strong but incredibly tone-deaf

Exactly 11 years-to-date after releasing his debut studio album, “My World 2.0,” Justin Bieber released his sixth studio album, “Justice,” last Friday, and it's ... a little all over the place.Mar 26 2021

Spice up your throwback playlist with these 2000s bops

Oh, the 2000s: the decade of brilliant it-girl pop stars, skinny jeans and Club Penguin. Remember coming home from school and instant messaging your friends on your iPod to meet up at the park? Things were so simple back then. Mar 13 2021

What we can expect from Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak's new band Silk Sonic

The duo we always imagined, but didn’t know how badly we needed, is finally here. Mar 8 2021

Looking for throwback jams? Here are some legendary '90s female R&B artists that you need to stream

Cross-pollinating influences from generations past of rock n’ roll, jazz, country and rhythm and blues (R&B), the artists of the '90s redefined what American popular music sounds like today. Feb 18 2021

Essential study jams for spring semester

While a new semester begins once again under harrowing circumstances, it is important to find your groove to tackle online classes.Jan 27 2021

Kid Cudi explores his new sound in 'Man On The Moon III: The Chosen'

Rapper Kid Cudi has, once again, landed on the moon. A decade after releasing his debut album, "Man On The Moon: The End Of Day," Cudi released the final installment of his celestial trilogy, “Man On The Moon III: The Chosen,” on Dec. 11, 2020, and it was worth the wait.Jan 22 2021

21 Savage, Metro Boomin electrify listeners on 'Savage Mode II'

21 Savage and Metro Boomin released their new album, "Savage Mode II," last week, which debuted at number one on the Rolling Stone Top 200 Albums chart.Oct 19 2020

Savage X Fenty: Inclusivity sometimes means making mistakes

Rihanna can not be stopped, bringing volume two of her Savage X Fenty fashion show to life this past week.Oct 13 2020

'Down to Earth with Zac Efron' makes you rethink your lifestyle

Zac Efron travels around the world with wellness guru Darin Olien in a new Netflix show, "Down to Earth with Zac Efron." Oct 6 2020

Kaash Paige's melodic album 'Teenage Fever' perfect for drives

Kaash Paige released her debut album “Teenage Fever” last month and it is a huge vibe. Oct 1 2020

My favorite albums in the hands of Bill Clinton

Drake posts son Adonis for the first time, internet loses it

Drake broke the internet last week when he shared photos of his son, Adonis, for the first time in an Instagram post.Apr 9 2020

'After Hours': The Weeknd's latest album captures gloomy aesthetic, pop-star dreams

The melodrama we have all been craving has finally arrived. The Weeknd released his fourth studio album, “After Hours,” by XO and Republic Records on March 20.Mar 25 2020

Yeezy Season 8 inspired by Kanye's spirituality, service work

In true Kanye West fashion, the Renaissance man released his YEEZY Season 8 collection during a surprise show following his Sunday Service for Paris Fashion Week last Monday. Mar 10 2020

Off the break: 'Friends' reunion will premiere later this year

“We were on a break!” It’s official, you can finally hear that classic Ross Geller line again in 2020.Mar 4 2020