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Peoria natives return to their homeland and the inspiration for their newest album to share their love for music with the community.
An award-winning director with over 50 credits over the last thirteen years has found his home in California despite never planning on attending college after high school.
“That day, she was amazed to discover that when he was saying ‘As you wish’ what he meant was ‘I love you.’ And even more amazing was the day she realized she truly loved him back.”
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An undying fascination with the ultimate wolf in sheep’s clothing, rapist and serial killer Ted Bundy has been sweeping mainstream America in the entertainment industry in recent times.
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An investment in children is an investment in our future world. That statement is what the Music Connections Foundation has stood by for 25 years.
The Super Bowl halftime show is one of the most highly anticipated performances of the year and the Mercedes-Benz Stadium hosted the big concert during the big game Sunday.
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Anyone who has yet to hear of the TV series “Game of Thrones” has either completely separated themselves from social media, or they live underneath a rock.
As humanity has evolved, so too has the use of sound- ranging from survival and safety functions to communication and entertainment - it is true that sound is a key part of the way in which one interacts with the world.
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Being a millennial is interesting because any younger and this generation wouldn’t have grown up playing outside, but any older and they wouldn’t understand the wonderful world of memes.
Penn Badgley’s portrayal as Joe Goldberg in the Netflix original “You” was described by my girlfriend “as hot in a nerdy kind of way.”
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With the new year comes fresh new sounds, allowing for musicians and listeners alike to embrace the changing of times while also dwelling in the comfort of familiarity.
Trampled by Turtles is back in the spotlight after a four-year hiatus and will be performing their new music from "Life is Good on the Open Road" Tuesday night at Castle Theatre.
Oklahoma born blues and folk singer-songwriter Parker Millsap will perform at the Castle Theatre in Bloomington Saturday night.
One of the most popular tv shows of all time is "The Office." The now-iconic show used to air on TV on NBC from 2005 through 2013. Luckily, it is on Netflix.
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Ratings by the Motion Picture Association of America are: (G) for general audiences; (PG) parental guidance urged because of material possibly unsuitable for children; (PG-13) parents are strongly cautioned to give guidance for attendance of children younger than 13; (R) restricted, younger …
The grumpy, green Grinch and his loyal dog, Max have been a Christmas Classic for years. The original “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” was an animated version with the Grinch being voiced by Boris Karloff. In 2000, a live-action film adaptation was created starring Jim Carrey. This year’s ne…
On Nov. 16, emerging rock band Moon shined a light on Illinois’ independent rock scene with a performance at Nightshop, located at 517 N Main St. in Bloomington.
Freestage’s latest performance tells a tragic tale of love, loss and murder in “The Drowning Girls.”
Thanksgiving conjures thoughts of food, football and family. The road to ingraining these images in the collective consciousness of America is a storied journey.Thanksgiving’s history in America runs parallel with the country’s beginnings. During the American Revolution, the Continental Cong…
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Veterans Day is approaching and what better way to thank those who fought for our country than a nice hot meal from some of the most popular restaurants in America.
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Though the tricks and treats are finished, there are plenty of opportunities to kick off November in a fun way this weekend. Whether at Illinois State University or elsewhere, there is plenty to do in the Bloomington-Normal area. Students, Faculty, and Staff can join on a spooky night hike…
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As Family Weekend begins at Illinois State University, there will be numerous events on campus to attend. But if you want to take a turn in the spooky department, there will be multiple tricks as well as treats for families to enjoy. ISU Family FeudStudents from the University Program Board…
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The Heartland Festival Orchestra invites Illinois State University students to submit photography work for an opportunity to be featured in a piece of unique live performance art in 2019.The performance is a concert titled “Heartland Portraits.” This is a concert that celebrates the Orchestr…
When most masked people go to the door on Halloween, they are greeted with candy. Horror icon Michael Myers (James Jude Courtney and Nick Castle) receives far more bullets than Butterfingers when he arrives.The streets are mean to the slashing psychopath, but for 40 years, Myers has persiste…
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On Oct. 25, multi-platinum rock band Hoobastank will begin their first full-scale national tour in at least three years. The band’s headlining “The Reason Tour” promotes the band’s new album “Push Pull” and celebrates the 15th anniversary of “The Reason.”
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Ratings by the Motion Picture Association of America are: (G) for general audiences; (PG) parental guidance urged because of material possibly unsuitable for children; (PG-13) parents are strongly cautioned to give guidance for attendance of children younger than 13; (R) restricted, younger …
Ratings by the Motion Picture Association of America are: (G) for general audiences; (PG) parental guidance urged because of material possibly unsuitable for children; (PG-13) parents are strongly cautioned to give guidance for attendance of children younger than 13; (R) restricted, younger …
Seemingly, there is a new dating show out every month. However, "Are You the One" remains unmatched. The seventh season is firing up TV screens at 9 p.m. every Wednesday.
Central Illinois will soon trade the usual cowboy hats and twang for screaming guitars and louder vocals.
What happened at the Emmy's? What new shows are coming up? What new films should you be ready for? Listen in with Editor-in-Chief Monica Mendoza and "Grand-Daddy Sandwich" Ty Lesure.
Senior mass media major Will Farlow of Lansing, Illinois has always had a passion for sports.
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Rock icon Bob Seger will turn the final page in his storied career, as he announced his farewell tour dates Tuesday. Illinois stops include the Allstate Arena in Chicago on Dec. 14 and the Peoria Civic Center on Jan. 22. Civic Center tickets will start at $48.
When students were asked about their favorite TV shows, there were more similarities than one might have guessed. There were several shows that were named multiple times, such as "Stranger Things," "The Office," "Parks and Recreation," "iZombie," "Daredevil" and "New Girl."
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Pumpkins, pumpkin patches, and pumpkin spice lattes, Oh my!
For those searching for something to do Thursdaynight, country-soul artist Anderson East and genre-spanning band The Shacks will perform at 7:30 p.m. at Castle Theatre. General admission tickets are $25 Thursday. Balcony Tickets are $40.
For those searching for something to do Thursdaynight, country-soul artist Anderson East and genre-spanning band The Shacks will perform at 7:30 p.m. at Castle Theatre. General admission tickets are $25 Thursday. Balcony Tickets are $40.
Ratings by the Motion Picture Association of America are: (G) for general audiences; (PG) parental guidance urged because of material possibly unsuitable for children; (PG-13) parents are strongly cautioned to give guidance for attendance of children younger than 13; (R) restricted, younger …
Ratings by the Motion Picture Association of America are: (G) for general audiences; (PG) parental guidance urged because of material possibly unsuitable for children; (PG-13) parents are strongly cautioned to give guidance for attendance of children younger than 13; (R) restricted, younger …
Ariana Grande is one of the biggest pop music sensations of today. Grande started out as an actress, acting on “Victorious,” as well as “Sam and Cat.” She then became a popular singer/songwriter around 2013 and has been steadily building a fanbase since.
The Ya Bud Music Festival is coming to Lexington. The event runs from 2 p.m.- 11 p.m. Saturday at the Lexington Castle Gardens, located on 1280 P.J. Keller Highway. The festival is a benefit event in honor of David D. Stiles. Stiles was a 2017 graduate of Tri-Valley High School and went on …
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Those who are fans of edge-of-the-seat, eye-covering scream films will find that “Slender Man” is not for them.
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Ratings by the Motion Picture Association of America are: (G) for general audiences; (PG) parental guidance urged because of material possibly unsuitable for children; (PG-13) parents are strongly cautioned to give guidance for attendance of children younger than 13; (R) restricted, younger …
Ratings by the Motion Picture Association of America are: (G) for general audiences; (PG) parental guidance urged because of material possibly unsuitable for children; (PG-13) parents are strongly cautioned to give guidance for attendance of children younger than 13; (R) restricted, younger …
Summer is almost coming to an end, and school is about to begin. A lot of the time, summer is when the most music festivals occur. Summerfest in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Electric Forest in Rothbury, Michigan, and Lollapalooza in Chicago, to name a few.
July's new Season of Starz' original television series "Power" just gets better with every episode.
A hurricane of controversy has devastated iconic singer R Kelly's reputation. last year, numerous underage sex cult accusations by alleged victims and parents added to a checkered past to keep Kelly's career under the debris.
We the Kings are making a Comeback? Check yes! Juliet, are you listening?
Veteran stand-up comedian Jim Jefferies' seventh stand-up special, "Jim Jefferies: This is Me Now" may not reveal lucky stories. However, Jefferies' wit and laughs are as strong as ever.
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Shawn Maxwell's New Tomorrow will jazz up Bloomington's entertainment scene 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday at Jazz Upfront, located on 107 W Front St.
Grammy nominated artist, Snoop Dogg, will be coming to the Normal Corn Crib Sept. 13.
Illinois State University graduate Laura Metcalf has been nominated again for an Emmy Award for acting.
Whether in a gym, car or doctor's office, music permeates everyday life. Though most songs are do not resonate, some tunes become the soul's personal playlist. Illinois State University students share music that changed life forever.
While the impressive consistency of hip-hop’s highest-grossing artist continues to remain unmatched, Drake seems to be in a category all his own.
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What do you get when you cross acclaimed actresses with one of the world's top pop singers and James Corden as an insurance investigator?
The Illinois Shakespeare Festival (ISF) will return for its 41st year. The 2018 lineup is spearheaded by William Shakespeare plays "Henry V," "The Merry Wives of Windsor" and Tom Stoppard and Marc Norman's "Shakespeare in Love."
Illinois State University theater alumna Laurie Metcalf was a major winner Sunday night at the annual Tony Awards in New York City.
Anthony Bourdain, a celebrity chef, author and TV host who traveled the world to explore the nexus of food and culture, died Friday in an apparent suicide, according to CNN. He was 61.
The sounds of summer include more than pool splashes, boat motors and the crack of a baseball bat.
"Deadpool 2" is a film well summarized by one of its opening scenes.
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With four consecutive top three albums on the Billboard 200 and over 1.7 billion Youtube views, Five Finger Death Punch (FFDP) is the reigning heavyweight champion of heavy metal.
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Editors Kevin Schwaller and Ema Sasic wrap up their Vidette Weekly Pop careers with a review of Anna Faris and Eva Longoria's film "Overboard," and by looking back on their favorite podcast moments. They also discuss the future of Weekly Pop.
The Struts will play on Tuesday at the Castle Theatre, along with The Glorious Sons and Spirit Animal.
J. Cole has been relatively quiet since the release of his critically-acclaimed LP “4 Your Eyez Only,” until now.
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Editors Ema Sasic and Kevin Schwaller go through some upcoming summer releases they're excited to watch and discuss the latest changes with MoviePass and the confirmed 'A Quiet Place' sequel.
Marvel's crown jewel in a decade of box office dominance, "Avengers: Infinity War," is widely projected to be among the highest-grossing films ever. It is off to a roaring start, grossing $39 million Thursday night — the fourth-highest preview showing of all time.
“A Quiet Place” combines the genres of horror, drama and science fiction to deliver an unforgettable, gripping cinematic experience from start to finish.
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In his 2002 song "Sing for the Moment," Eminem said, "Music can alter moods and talk to you."
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As students walk through the Bone Student Center, they may hear the echos of piano melodies filling up the first level. This is thanks to sophomore undeclared major Kemond Collins, of Englewood, Chicago.
It is a learning experience to try something new.
Editors Kevin Schwaller and Ema Sasic review "I Feel Pretty" starring Amy Schumer and Michelle Williams and go through some early Emmy Award nominee predictions.
The ability to soar through the air doing daring stunts is awe-inspiring.
One of summer’s biggest music festivals is Lollapalooza at Grant Park in Chicago.
As a woman in the rap game, it becomes hard to prove success.
Illinois State University has changed in several ways since 1929. However, one remaining constant is the Gamma Phi Circus (GPC). It is the oldest collegiate circus in the United States.
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The Spoon River Poetry Review (SRPR), published through the Illinois State University Publications Unit, will have its sixth annual reading event from 7 – 10 p.m. Thursday at the Ewing Manor in Bloomington.