I didn’t find what I was looking for in U2’s new EP “Days of Ash.” All six songs hit false notes lyrically and musically. Even U2 fans will want to toss this album on the ash heap of disappointment. The album’s political charge is classic for U2. Starting with the band’s release of “War” in...
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Seniors take a night away at Rough Draft
Left to right: Freshman Trinity Lindsay, seniors Miriam Ritchey and Catherine Graham, and sophomores Hannah Foster and Molly Coleman perform Irish music at the event. Caroline Kurt | Collegian When friends gathered for charcuterie and wine last week, it wasn’t just to schmooze: They were benefitting future students facing family hardships. Seniors gathered Feb. 26...
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There’s a lot to love about “The Romantic”
The album cover for “The Romantic.” Courtesy | Bruno Mars Instagram Nine songs and 31 minutes of music: That’s all Bruno Mars felt was necessary for his return to the solo scene after a 10-year run of collaborations only. But with remarkable pipes and an outspoken artistic presence like his — and there’s a lot...
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‘Going out on a high’: Big Fish musical opens
Professor of Music, Choirs, and Orchestra James Holleman will conduct his last musical at Hillsdale College, “Big Fish,” this week, alongside the production’s director Tory Matsos, lecturer in theater. “I specifically wanted to be the music director and conduct this show because I knew I was leaving,” Holleman said. “Big Fish” will be performed in...