Art & Entertainment Archives - Page 27 of 47

Sufjan Stevens brings cohesive sounds but lacks variety in “The Ascension”

Amanda Nguyen, Reporter | October 9, 2020

American singer-songwriter Sufjan Stevens released his eighth studio album, “The Ascension,” which instrumentally delivers meditative soundscapes at the cost of listener experience.

A Misplaced Genius: The Drab Disappointment of “A Day in a Yellow Beat

Diana Piper, Reporter | October 8, 2020

The music lifts and drags in “A Day in a Yellow Beat,” a new 23-song album by Yellow Days. In one hour and 20 minutes, Yellow Days showcases his compositional talent, unfortunately dashed by his throaty vocals.

Gus Dapperton’s “Orca” shows improvement, lacks uniqueness

Mathew Bejarano, Reporter | October 8, 2020

Gus Dapperton’s latest 10 track album, “Orca,” is a step forward for the 23-year-old indie pop artist, but overall doesn’t contain qualities that sets itself apart from his music contemporaries.

3 must view animated features to add to your binge list

Keegan West, Reporter | June 23, 2020

Animated movies and series’ are more than just child's play, they navigate complex issues and here are three that are definitely worth your time. “One Punch Man,” 2015 This action packed...

How people are celebrating Pride Month during the pandemic through art

Roselle Lagmay, Reporter | June 23, 2020

The month of June will be different for the LGBTQ+ communities as cities across the nation have canceled their pride parades and celebrations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This month commemorates the...

Ways to help Black Lives Matter from home

Roselle Lagmay, Reporter | June 23, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic is leaving people with unsure ways to help, here is a guide to provide ways to help the Black Lives Matter movement, virtually. 1. Sign petitions There are a number of...

Dive into the complex mind of The 1975’s ‘Notes on a Conditional Form’

Leticia Samame, Reporter | June 6, 2020

British alternative band The 1975 released their fourth studio album “Notes on a Conditional Form,” or “NOACF,” on May 22. The band consists of frontman singer and songwriter Matthew (Matty)...

De Anza Playlist: Top 4 songs to help you get through post-midterm stress

Vanessa Nazareno, Reporter | June 4, 2020

Halfway through with the Spring quarter, students have just finished their midterms and are catching up on the assignments that have piled up. With stress from school as well as the outside world, students...

3 free at-home exercise channels to keep you fit during the pandemic

Caden Zhao, Reporter | June 4, 2020

In the time of lockdown and physical restraint, it’s even more important to keep your body active and healthy at home. I recommend three channels that are doable and heavy equipment-free - at most...

Bad Bunny is creating leaps of progression in a machismo run field

Leticia Samame, Reporter | June 3, 2020

Bad Bunny's catchy Grammy award-winning music is not all there is to him, he’s also been using his ever-growing platform to advocate for women's rights and LGBTQIA+ communities. Benito Antonio Martinez...