Category: Entertainment
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Gaming industry creates high expectations for new year
by RILEY GOLDEN//Entertainment Editor So far, 2017 is showing promise for the gaming community. An innovative console has been announced, new intellectual properties are being introduced to gamers, as well as several beloved series returning to consoles. The biggest release coming this year is the Nintendo Switch. On Oct. 20 Nintendo released a trailer for…
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Fisher remembered with poignant lightsaber vigil
by RILEY GOLDEN//Entertainment Editor Best known for rescuing Han Solo and sleighing Jabba the Hut as Princess Leia Organa, the late Carrie Fisher was a wonderful actress and human being. Born on Oct. 21, 1956 to Eddie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds, Fisher was more than just an actress, she was a women’s rights activist and…
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‘Rogue One’ brings new hope for ‘Star Wars’ spinoffs
by RYAN FITZGERALD//Staff Writer For the second consecutive year, December found itself home to another Disney hit. Building on the success of last year’s “Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens” premiere, the first “Star Wars” film outside of the interconnected saga brings a long-awaited expansion to the “Star Wars” universe and storyline. “Rogue One:…
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Black women break space race barriers in ‘Hidden Figures’
by RYAN FITZGERALD//Staff Writer Following last year’s #OscarsSoWhite campaign, the 2017 slate of Academy Award nominations bring about a more diverse corps of actors and films. Nominations included a record six African American actors, as well as several high-quality films with minority leads, including “Moonlight,” “Fences,” and the much deserved “Hidden Figures.” “Hidden Figures”…
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Mac Miller shows respect toward women on new album
by DOMINICK PUENTE//Staff Writer Turning heads with different styles and versus of rap music, Mac Miller shows a deeper and affectionate point of view towards a women in his newest album. After a short break from releasing his previous album in 2015, Miller finally put together a well produced album in mid September, “The Devine…
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Trolls teaches lessons of acceptance, happiness
by VANESSA DELGADO//Staff Writer Trolls dolls became popular in the 1960’s. They have gone in and out of popularity through the years. Recently, they have tried to make a comeback. After DreamWorks announced they were making a movie based on the popular dolls, they bought the company outright. “Trolls” is an animated film directed by…
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Best of Second City improv entertains Lubbock crowd
by KACI LIVINGSTON//Staff Writer The Best of Second City highlights some favorite original, hilarious, frequently changing sketches from the past 52 years. It also features unscripted improvisation by the next generation of comedians. The Second City’s Blue Co. touring comedy ensemble performed in Lubbock on Nov. 11 in conjunction with the Presidential Lecture and Performance…
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Relient K features clever lyrics, flow on ‘Air for Free’
by SERGIO MADRID//Staff Writer It’s been awhile since Relient K has made any buzz. It has been even longer since Relient K fans had much to buzz about. But with the summer release of, “Air for Free,” all that has changed. The heavily anticipated eighth studio album had fans guessing what side of Relient K…
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TSO impresses with rocking Christmas performance
by MATT MOLINAR//Opinion Editor While most people anticipate being serenaded with carols during the holiday season, those who are familiar with the Trans Siberian Orchestra are excited to be blown away by a style that meshes Christmas-style music with hard rock. TSO brought the “Ghosts of Christmas Eve” Tour to United Supermarket Arena in Lubbock…
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‘Dishonored 2’ honors first game as exceptional sequel
by RILEY GOLDEN//Entertainment Editor The Empress of Dunwall and her father are in the midst of dealing with the Crown Killer when her aunt takes her throne by force.
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New wave of Pokémon released on ‘Sun,’ ‘Moon’
by STEVEN GEHEGAN//Editorial Staff Pokémon has finally added something new as a story line to the latest installment in the video game series.
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‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ story may lead to successful sales
by AARON FLORES //Staff Writer It has been six long years since Rock Star released one of the most iconic games known to man.
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‘Gears of War 4’ adequate addition to series
by RILEY GOLDEN //ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR Twenty five years after the events of the previous “Gears of War,” a new enemy has risen out of the ashes of the old and JD Fenix is set to follow in the footsteps of his father.
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‘Doctor Strange’ amazes with astonishing visuals
by RILEY GOLDEN//Entertainment Editor A neurosurgeon who breaks his hands is drawn into learning the secrets of the mystic arts.
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‘Luke Cage’ entertains as Marvel’s Harlem vigilante
by STEVEN GEHEGAN //Editorial Assistant When trouble threatens the Marvel universe, there is always someone to save the day. This time it is up to Luke Cage to protect the streets of Harlem.
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The Pretty Reckless rock at FMX FreakFest
by SARA MARSHALL //Editor-in-Chief Feeling that loud, obnoxious bass reverberate through your whole body is the most surreal experience you can have at a rock concert.
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TNL creates new experience with ‘mystery influences’
by MICHAEL CHAMBLEE//Staff Writer Everyone is influenced by music in different ways. Some use it as a way to express themselves, and some use it as a way to make their own music in that genre.
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‘Mafia III’ delivers ‘60s vibe, unexpected quality
by RILEY GOLDEN//Entertainment Editor Lincoln Clay has returned home from the Vietnam War. After a quick reunion with his pre-war life, it’s all stripped away from him by the Italian Mafia.
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ATV helps musicians grow while making memories
by ALEX PEREZ//Feature Editor Alterna TV is turning up the intensity with an amazing sound and energy while creating memories at South Plains College.
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Pierce the Veil rocks Lubbock crowd
by HANNAH NELSON//Staff Writer Punk rock fans of all ages came together for a night of head banging, moshing, crowd surfing, and heavy music.