Continuing their “Song Machine” initiative, which sees a new track released almost every month, Gorillaz released their latest track, “Aries,” on April 9. “Aries” features Peter Hook from Joy Division on bass and music producer and drummer Georgia on drums, a change different from the prior iterations of “Song Machine” […]
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Dua Lipa combines past and modern pop on ‘Future Nostalgia’
Few modern albums take the risk of combining decades-old stylistic choices with new arrangements and succeed in the process. Dua Lipa is a British singer famous for her 2017 debut self-titled album along with her collaboration with Calvin Harris on the song “One Kiss.” “Future Nostalgia” was released Mar. 27 with […]
Hell on Earth arrives in ‘Doom Eternal’
“Rip and tear until it is done.” These are the words that echo through a player’s mind as they fight off the hordes of Hell in “Doom Eternal.” The game was released March 20 and is the sequel to the 2016 reboot of the classic video game franchise “Doom.” “Doom […]
‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ gives players an escape
I’ve spent the last week on a private island resort, free of any worldwide pandemics. This island, named “Epicana,” is where most of my adventuring takes place in Nintendo’s newly released game “Animal Crossing: New Horizons.” Released March 20, the game centers on you living in a town with anthropomorphic […]
‘My Hero One’s Justice 2’ doesn’t quite go beyond Plus Ultra
Anime fighters are a dime a dozen nowadays, but not many often receive straight-up sequels. “My Hero One’s Justice 2” was released March 13 for PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC. This 3D arena fighter is based off the popular anime series “My Hero Academia,” set in a world […]
‘Pokemon Mystery Dungeon Rescue Team DX’ is a fresh coat of paint for a classic game
If you found yourself trapped in a world only inhabited by Pokémon, what would you do? Start a Rescue Team with the first Pokémon you meet, of course! “Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Rescue Team DX” released March 6 and serves as a remake of the original “Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Red/Blue Rescue […]
‘Birds of Prey’ soars above expectations
This article may contain spoilers for “Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey.” There’s a saying that goes, “Birds of a feather flock together.” However, “Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey” highlights a group of unique women coming together against a common enemy. The movie, narrated by Harley Quinn (Margot Robbie) picks up […]
Gorillaz shouldn’t be sorry for ‘Désolé’
Returning a month after their previous single, “Momentary Bliss,” Gorillaz released their newest song “Désolé” on Feb. 27. The second single from the “Song Machine” initiative, “Désolé,” features Malian actor and singer Fatoumata Diawara. Gorillaz creator Damon Albarn and Diawara had previously worked together on Albarn’s project “Rocket Juice and […]
Sonic the Hedgehog has my heart racing
This article may contain spoilers for “Sonic the Hedgehog.” On a Valentine’s Day, dinner and a movie is always a classic option to fall back on for date night. However, you might have waltzed your way into the theater only to come eye to eye with a cardboard display of […]
‘The Rise’ fails to raise the bar
When some artists release new music, fans question what they’ll get — some artists deliver more of the same, however. Connecticut rapper Witt Lowry released the single “The Rise” Jan. 28. The track is Lowry’s first published work since his 2019 album “Nevers Road.” Clocking at a little under four […]