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“Question…?”

October 25, 2022

Question…? - 8/10 This track begins with an interpolation from “Out Of The Woods” from Swift’s fifth studio album, “1989.” The lyrics also constantly refer to other songs from the same album,...

“Midnight Rain”

October 25, 2022

Midnight Rain - 6/10 A common theme in Swift’s music is centering herself as a victim in relationships, but “Midnight Rain” does the opposite. She sings, “I broke his heart ‘cause he was nice,”...

“You’re On Your Own, Kid”

October 25, 2022

You’re On Your Own Kid - 10/10 Swift’s fifth tracks are notorious for being her most emotional and “You’re On Your Own Kid” is no exception. With Bleachers’ lead vocalist Jack Antonoff being...

“Snow On The Beach” (feat. Lana Del Rey)

October 25, 2022

"Snow On The Beach" (feat. Lana Del Rey) - 7.5/10 The instrumental, while still dreamy and wistful, is a departure from the upbeat poppy sound from the previous three tracks. The vocals and instrumental...

“Anti-Hero”

October 25, 2022

"Anti-Hero" - 9/10 Before the album was released, Swift described “Anti-Hero” as one of her favorite tracks on the album, and it is clear why; this track is heartbreaking. Swift describes her anxieties...

“Maroon”

October 25, 2022

"Maroon" - 10/10 This track is full of common Swift symbols present all throughout her discography. The track’s title, “Maroon,” is obviously reminiscent of her fourth studio album, “Red,”...

“Lavender Haze”

Lizzie Lively, Opinions Editor October 25, 2022

"Lavender Haze" - 9/10 “Lavender Haze” is an amazing opening to Taylor Swift’s tenth (not including her re-records) studio album. The instrumentals are fun and poppy, and the synth gives a dreamy...

Digital illustration of a promotion photo from Taylor Swifts Instagram page for her tenth studio album, Midnights.

Another masterpiece from the mastermind

Lizzie Lively, Opinions Editor October 25, 2022

Digital illustration of Dont Hug Me, Im Scared main characters Red Guy, Yellow Guy and Duck.

“Don’t Hug Me, I’m Scared” is the perfect transition into the Halloween season

Thomas Rose, Writer October 5, 2022

Warning: Gore and violence are mentioned in passing in this article. In 2011, two artists from the United Kingdom named Becky Sloan and Joe Pelling created a small horror/musical short in their free...

Digital illustration of a Top Gun: Maverick movie poster.

“Top Gun: Maverick” – Inspiration or letdown?

Saraphina Wambi, Writer June 15, 2022

When I think of classic 80s films, one of the first movies that comes to mind is “Top Gun,” starring Tom Cruise as Naval aviator Pete “Maverick” Mitchell. For some, “Top Gun” brought light...

Feminism through literature

Feminism through literature

Tessa Regan, Print Editor March 27, 2022

“Men Explain Things to Me” by Rebecca Solnit  A novel containing a collection of nine essays, written over the course of eight years, discussing the role and key aspects of women under the...

(Left to right) The sizes of cookies from popular stores Blue Chip, Crumbl and Cookies by Design are compared.

It’s time to determine the best cookie in town

Ashley Adams, Writer March 16, 2022

The top three locations that come to mind when craving a cookie are Crumbl, Blue Chip and Cookies by Design. Each location has their own unique sugar cookie to offer. Each is delicious, but one outshines...

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