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Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: April 2023

Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: April 2023

Gray Barranco, Staff Writer
April 19, 2023
Find new artists to listen to this month.
“Utama” explores the effect that a changing environment has on people. Rating: C+ Photo Credit: Alma Films

Underdeveloped, Unnecessary, ‘Utama’ is an Underwhelming Drama Film

Elise Chan, Staff Writer
April 18, 2023
“Utama” has good intentions, but comes off as boring.
The South Korean bakery franchise TOUS les JOURS finally has a Las Vegas location. 
Grade: A-

Treat Your Appetite at ‘TOUS les JOURS’

Shayna Migalang, Staff Writer
April 17, 2023
This bakery and cafe is a great place to snack on sweet treats and hang out with friends.
  “Fire Emblem Engage” brings the best of the past and new characters to create an immersive experience.Rating: A-Photo Credit: Nintendo

Prevent the Awakening of the Fell Dragon in ‘Fire Emblem Engage’

Kathryn Peterson, Activities Director
April 6, 2023
“Fire Emblem Engage” is a great addition to the “Fire Emblem” series.
Urth Caffe focuses on being environmentally friendly by using only fresh ingredients in their food and minimizing the waste they produce. Grade: B

Enrich yourself with natural food from ‘Urth Caffe’

Elise Chan, Staff Writer
March 30, 2023
Enjoy organic food at this European cafe.
Purple Kiss hooks listeners in with their album’s mysterious concept. Rating: A 
Art Credit: RBW

Fall Into the Mysterious ‘Cabin Fever’

Kylie Dacquel, Staff Writer
March 30, 2023
Purple Kiss takes on a concept of mystery and darkness.
“Avatar Generations” is an RPG adventure set within the timeline of the cartoon.
 Rating: B
Art Credit: Square Enix Press

Become a Master Bender in ‘Avatar Generations’

Ashley Harris, News and Features Editor
February 28, 2023
First video game project in the Avatarverse since the establishment of Avatar Studios.
SIX ARTISTS YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO: FEBRUARY 2023

SIX ARTISTS YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO: FEBRUARY 2023

Ayma Malik, Opinion, A&E Editor
February 21, 2023
Fall in love with these artists.
Ladytron captivates using emotional and dense compositions in their newest album.  Rating: B 
Art Credit: Cooking Vinyl Limited

Escape into electronic waves with ‘Time’s Arrow’

Venice Jingco, Staff writer
February 21, 2023
Following a five year hiatus, Ladytron returns with their new album.
"Melatonin" is a unique rhythm game featuring Lo-fi songs and dreamy visuals.
 Rating: A
Art Credit: Half Asleep

Become one with your dreams in ‘Melatonin’

Venice Jingco, Staff Writer
February 7, 2023
Follow the narrative of self-improvement by mastering rhythmic dreams.
“Premonition” by White Lung is a generic rock album. Rating: C-  Art Courtesy of Domino Music

White Lungs’ New Album ‘Premonition’ Casts a Dark Shadow Over Listeners

Kathryn Peterson, Activities Director
February 1, 2023
After a decade of making music, White Lung released their final album this month.
After their grand opening in October, Teaspoon has been serving a variety of drinks for people to enjoy. Grade: A

Quench Your Thirst with Drinks at ‘Teaspoon’

Elise Chan, Staff Writer
January 20, 2023
Try a variety of refreshing drinks.