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Margaret McGreevy | Friday, November 30, 2018
Karamo Brown wanted to be a dancer. His high school guidance counselor said no, his parents quashed the idea quickly and his friends scoffed. Or, in his words: “Shade. Everywhere.” In an attempt to pursue a “real career,” he became a social worker. He loved the work, despite the difficulties and low pay, which was
Ryan Israel, Margaret McGreevy, Martin Kennedy and Nora McGreevy | Thursday, November 1, 2018
Every once in a while it’s a good idea to ditch the algorithm-driven coldness of Spotify’s “New Releases” tab or Apple Music’s “New Music” section. Instead, turn to humanity and rely on your favorite Scene writers to recommend what might be your new favorite song. “Alien” — Beach House By Ryan Israel, Scene Writer Beach
Brian Boylen, Nora McGreevy, Lucas Masin-Moyer, Margaret McGreevy and Ryan Israel | Monday, October 1, 2018
Brian Boylen Associate Scene Editor “Sometimes” by My Bloody Valentine “Expectation” by Tame Impala “Streaky” by Death Grips “Sugar for the Pill” by Slowdive “I’m Sleepin’ In” by King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard I chose these songs because all of these artists are performing at Desert Daze, a festival I am going to on
Margaret McGreevy, Ryan Israel and Sarah Kikel | Friday, September 28, 2018
Ah, yes, fall — or autumn if you’re a snob — a season filled with crisp air, all things pumpkin, spooky feats, sweet treats and sick beats. A time when walking across campus doesn’t feel like a punishment best suited for one of Dante’s many rings of the inferno, but rather a treat. A season
Nora McGreevy and Margaret McGreevy | Friday, September 14, 2018
Crooked Ewe’s logo — the face of a Scottish blackface sheep, with bright red eyes and menacing horns — has provoked more than a few questions from customers, executive chef Alain Helfrich says. Usually, the question falls along the lines of, “Don’t only male sheep have horns?” As it turns out, in this particular species, both male
Margaret McGreevy, Dessi Gomez, Jake Winningham, Martin Kennedy and Ryan Israel | Thursday, September 13, 2018
With due dates approaching and tests looming, it can be hard to keep up with the latest music releases. That’s why the Scene writers picked out a few of their favorite new singles to keep you in the loop. “Give a Little” — Maggie Rogers By Margaret McGreevy, Scene Writer Maggie Rogers’ single “Give a