Month: February 2025

E. Hughes: Poet Uncovers Black History

Poetry is about stripping language down to its barest, most concise parts to evoke emotions left untouched by other art forms.

Amid political upheaval, growing inequality, and a societal identity crisis, poetry has never been a more crucial path to unveiling the truths behind the country, its history, and its people.

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Michelle Zauner’s Multimedia Metamorphosis

In an industry that often pushes artists to stay in their lane, Michelle Zauner of the rock band Japanese Breakfast has carved out a remarkable path as a true multimedia artist. From critically acclaimed albums to bestselling memoirs to video game soundtracks, Zauner has proven herself to be a creative force whose artistic expression knows no bounds. 

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“Queen Tahj” Williams: Making Cultural History

Of any televised event throughout the year, it can be argued that the Super Bowl is, for Americans, the most ubiquitous. With nearly 130 million viewers, the Feb. 9 Super Bowl LIV saw a record-setting turnout. Most of the attention fell on its stars–the dozens of celebrities, the Kansas City Chiefs’ Travis Kelce and his superstar girlfriend Taylor Swift, and the electric halftime performance by Kendrick Lamar.

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Desi Banks: Social Media Star to Comedian

Labeled “Unapologetically ATL” by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and praised as a “next great” talent by Kevin Hart, Comedian Desi Banks has come a long way since his start. The actor, sports enthusiast, and all-around funny person has made a name for himself on social media and in the comedy sphere after beginning his career as an entertainer on the now-defunct app Vine in 2012.

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 Noname: Rapper, Poet, Revolutionary

Fatimah Nyeema Warner, better known by her stage name Noname, is a multifaceted artist who has been defined by her revolutionary lyricism and controversial internet presence for the past decade. Emerging from the Chicago hip-hop scene, Noname has (paradoxically) made a name for herself as a politically active artist, joining the ranks of musicians like John Lennon, Sinead O’Connor, and Kendrick Lamar by using her platform to address global issues. Since her first official musical feature on Chance the Rapper’s second mixtape, “Acid Rap,” her work has garnered critical acclaim, but her complex relationship with fame and the music industry has led her to frequently reevaluate her place in it. 

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Sabyasachi Mukherjee: Controlling the Runway

Rarely does international fashion make waves in the United States. With dozens of top designers and fashion houses–Mugler, Dior, Gucci–dominating the American fashion scene, and with their designs trickling down to familiar ready-to-wear brands, like H&M, there historically hasn’t been much room for foreign artists to find their footing on the world’s top stages.

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