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Twin Peaks mature with 'Lookout Low'

Twin Peaks mature with ‘Lookout Low’

Cailey Gleeson, News Editor / September 23, 2019

Many bands have tried—and failed—to mature their sound, but hometown hero Twin Peaks does it with ease on their fourth album, “Lookout Low.” The catch with this album, though, is it seems like...

St. Vincent's DeJAMZ

St. Vincent’s DeJAMZ

“Spinning fresh beats since 1581”
Keira Wingate, Arts & Life Editor / September 23, 2019

The school year is in full swing! Summer has seemingly decided to extend itself into fall, filling my current playlist with upbeat songs that are sure to make everyone head-bob while traveling from Lincoln...

Clairo's 'Immunity' revamps indie girl-bands

Clairo’s ‘Immunity’ revamps indie girl-bands

Cole Bursch / September 23, 2019

Clairo is one of the many rising female indie artists taking music by storm due to her honest and vulnerable lyrics that interlace with atmospheric and lo-fi production. Clairo, a.k.a. Claire Cottril,...

The Chicago Theatre, which is sometimes called the “Wonder Theatre of the World,” has hosted some of the world’s greatest performers, from Duke Ellington to Robin Williams.

Navigating Chicago’s art scene

Being a new student at a new school — and possibly living in a new city — may be intimidating, but both Chicago and DePaul’s arts scenes offer a warm welcome.
Chinyere Ibeh and Keira Wingate / September 23, 2019

For many, the start of a new school year can mean lots of stress. But when living in a city as exciting as Chicago, you’ll soon learn there’s more to be excited about than stressed. As you settle into...

'Ginger' explores struggles, triumphs of Brockhampton members' lives

‘Ginger’ explores struggles, triumphs of Brockhampton members’ lives

Cole Bursch / September 16, 2019

“Ginger,” the latest record by Brockhampton, offers an exquisite exploration in and around the struggles and triumphs of the member’s lives and their thoughts on whatever comes after. The 13-member...

The Gospel according to Kanye

The Gospel according to Kanye

John Cotter / September 16, 2019

There is typically only one main reason a venue would sell out in Chicago in mere minutes: a big celebrity is in town. Last Sunday, rapper Kanye West was in the city for his Sunday Service concert. The...

St. Vincent's DeJamz

St. Vincent’s DeJamz

Emma Oxnevad, Online Managing Editor / September 16, 2019

Welcome back, Blue Demons! Summer has always been my favorite season, with each year bringing in some new jams. A lot of great new music came out this summer, but I also found myself listening to some...

Chris Washington (Daniel Kaluuya) is paralyzed as he slips into the “sunken place.”

Chicago Sinfonietta will perform score to “Get Out,” composer to conduct

Ella Lee, Print Managing Editor / September 16, 2019

The Chicago Sinfonietta will take its audience to the sunken place and back during a performance Sept. 21 at Auditorium Theater, where the orchestra will perform the score to “Get Out” as the movie...

Slaughter Beach, Dog took over Lincoln Hall on Sept. 13, delighting new and old fans alike.

Slaughter Beach, Dog show transported audience into coming-of-age movie

Cailey Gleeson, News Editor / September 16, 2019

Even though there wasn’t a surprise Modern Baseball reunion, Slaughter Beach, Dog gave a performance to remember at Lincoln Hall Friday as a part of their Safe and Also No Fear tour—to accompany the...

Yung Gravy hops into the crowd at the BMI stage, surprising fans.

Yung Gravy on sampling, disco, M.I.L.F.s and more

Ella Lee, Print Managing Editor / August 7, 2019
The gravy train came to a screeching halt at Lollapalooza on Sunday when Yung Gravy, a rapper from Minnesota whose real name is Matthew Hauri, brought a bit of break-the-rules fun to the festival. The DePaulia had the opportunity to interview Hauri before his set. Here’s what he had to say:
Shaquille O'Neal performs on day four of Lollapalooza in Grant Park on Sunday, Aug. 4, 2019, in Chicago.

Recap: Lollapalooza 2019 Day 4

Ella Lee, Print Managing Editor / August 5, 2019

And just like that, Lollapalooza 2019 is over. Here are some of the fourth day’s highlights.  Just Loud When Virginia-born artist Just Loud took the Toyota Music Den stage, a small crowd of 30-to-40-somethings...

Festival-goer dies at Lollapalooza for second year running

Festival-goer dies at Lollapalooza for second year running

Associated Press / August 5, 2019

Officials say that for the second year in a row, a festival-goer has died at Lollapalooza. Melissa Stratton, a spokeswoman for Chicago's Office of Emergency Management and Communications, says the attendee...

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