Alicia Keys has lost her 'fire' with CD release
By Staff Writer | December 5Alicia Keys has lost her fire in her fifth album, "Girl on Fire," which was released on Nov. 23.
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Ke$ha showcases authentic talent in recent album, 'Warrior'
By Staff Writer | December 5Fans can look forward to less auto-tune and more vocal performance from Ke$ha in the pop star's sophomore album, "Warrior."
WSOU exceeds fundraising goal at Sandy relief radiothon
By Staff Writer | December 589.5 FM WSOU hosted a radiothon on Nov. 30, raising $9535 to go towards Hurricane Sandy relief efforts.
Throwback Thursday: Paula Abdul makes on-stage revival
By Staff Writer | November 28From "American Idol" to "The X Factor," Paula Abdul is no stranger to sitting on judging panels of popular talent competition shows. On Nov. 20 she stepped out from behind the desk to perform a "Dream Medley" of her No. 1 hits from the past years on ABC's "Dancing With the Stars."
WSOU hosts 12-hour radiothon to help Hurricane Sandy relief efforts
By Staff Writer | November 2889.5 FM WSOU will host a radiothon on Nov. 30 from 6 a.m. to midnight collecting donations for Hurricane Sandy relief.
Lincoln' exceeds box-office expectations
By Staff Writer | November 28You almost don't have to see "Lincoln" to know it's going to have Oscar awards coming its way. The movie is a historical drama directed by Steven Spielberg starring Daniel Day-Lewis, which automatically calls for a masterpiece, yet the film itself exceeds expectations. Though the "Great Emancipator" has been captured on-screen many times before, "Lincoln" stands out as a truly magnificent depiction of the 16th president. Frankly, the Academy Awards were created to honor productions like this.
Newest 'Idol' album shows promise in sales
By Staff Writer | November 28American Idol season 11 winner Phillip Phillips' debut album "World From the Side of the Moon" was released on Nov. 11 and is expected to be a success.
Review: Mixed feelings about 'Silver and Gold'
By Staff Writer | November 28Christmas is right around the corner, and with winter upon us one can feel overwhelmed by the vast selection of holiday tunes playing on the radio and in the mall; it's nearly inescapable. A Christmas album is something a lot of artists strive to put out, but the tired covers that bring nothing new to the table will never replace the beloved Nat King Cole renditions that are played ad nauseam.
Rihanna's Shines Bright in Newest Album
By Staff Writer | November 28Rihanna shines bright in her seventh album "Unapologetic," demonstrating her willingness to take risks with her music and in her personal life.
Vinyl records industry joins forces with celebrities to save local stores this season
By Staff Writer | November 28Amidst the clamor of swiped credit cards, weighed down shopping carts and swarms of impatient consumers, audiophiles around the country embarked on a slightly different journey than the materialism of Black Friday: the support of their local record store.
Fun festive trips for a college budget
By Staff Writer | November 28The holiday season is finally here and luckily Seton Hall University's campus is extremely close to New York City, the 'Christmas capitol' of the world. While many may associate NYC with high prices, it is actually possible to take part in holiday fun on a college size budget, thanks to free attractions that can make great holiday memories without spending a dime.
South Orange comedian brings laughter to hometown at SOPAC
By Staff Writer | November 22Jessica Kirson along with other New York City standup comedians Kyle Grooms, Lenny Marcus, and Jodie Wasserman, brought laughter to South Orange when they performed at SOPAC last Saturday.
Lotus' helps star revive career
By Staff Writer | November 14The first album after her divorce, Christina Aguilera's album 'Lotus,' was released on Nov. 13 and shows listeners that she can't be broken.
One Direction stays on grid with newest album
By Samantha Giedris | November 14Following in the footsteps of New Kids on the Block, Backstreet Boys and *NSYNC, the members of the British-Irish boy band One Direction do their part in fulfilling the generational need for a group that girls can scream about. They put themselves on the grid and on the minds of those girls with their first single "What Makes You Beautiful." Their newest album, "Take Me Home," which was released on Tuesday, keeps their pop image alive.
The Setonian talks Webster Hall anniversary show with Kevin Devine
By Staff Writer | November 14Q: How and why did you approach the idea of an anniversary concert?
Punk successfully 'goes pop' with fifth release
By Staff Writer | November 14The collaborative effort, "Punk Goes Pop 5," released by Fearless Records on Nov. 6, is again tasked with the daunting project of turning over emphasized manufactured pop into tracks with a more aggressive and darker sheen that actually warrants a listen. The fifth edition to this anthology, featuring various artists such as Memphis May Fire, Mayday Parade and The Maine, unbuttons the jacket of radio boredom with splices of racy death metal and revamped creations, but fails to take the entire jacket off, wearing the colors of pop a little too loudly.
Dressing on a dime
By Staff Writer | November 14While it is sometimes easier to roll out of bed and go to class in sweatpants and an oversized sweatshirt, there comes a time in every college student's life where he or she wants to take the time to get dressed in the morning. Going to college close to New York City gives us an advantage when it comes to being trendy and looking put-together-because one of the world's biggest fashion hubs is literally right next door. So, after looking through magazines or flipping on the television to see great outfits only to realize their price tags don't coincide with a college student's budget, one might ask, "how can I afford that?" Thankfully there are many stores and brands that realize the major need for affordable clothing that still remains on-trend.
Sky is the limit for James Bond series
By Staff Writer | November 14For film franchises, 50 years is a very long time. Characters grow old, story ideas get stale, and jaded audiences simply stop showing up at theaters. Indeed, a 50-year-old movie series is quite rare - but then again, the "James Bond" series is no ordinary franchise. In fact, the latest 007 movie, "Skyfall," not only marks the 50th anniversary of the beloved spy's first appearance on the big screen, but it is also by far one of the best series entries yet.
Aerosmith's new album misses the target
By Staff Writer | November 9Fighting through inner turmoil, physical ailments and stints of rehabilitation Aerosmith released their 15th studio album, "Music From Another Dimension," Nov. 6.
