Month: March 2019
KSU Staff Sounds: Matthew Crawford
BSR Staff Sounds feature different Kent State staff member’s original unique playlists! Get to know the KSU faculty you are around every day via their musical favorites! This week’s playlist is by Matthew Crawford! Matthew Crawford is a Kent State History Professor. Check out his description of how his playlist came to … KSU Staff Sounds: Matthew Crawford
PUP Review-“Kids” and “Free at Last”
The common conception of the Canadian people in the American Consciousness is a population of maple-syrup coated and hockey playing kind folks. Canadian punk rock band PUP’s sound will blast that ideal out of your brain and get your feet moving. Starting with their 2014 self-titled album and their sophomore effort, The Dream is Over in … PUP Review-“Kids” and “Free at Last”
Opinion: Social Media Is A Blessing And A Curse
Photo Credit: anthillonline.com Wednesday March 13, 2018: A day that will live forever. Facebook and Instagram were shut down. According to The Washington Post, over 2 billion Facebook and Instagram users were unable to access their accounts for over 24 hours. Furious over the outrage, users went to Twitter to complain. Both #FaceBookOutrage and #InstagramOutrage … Opinion: Social Media Is A Blessing And A Curse
A Conversation with Kyle Kinane
Kyle Kinane is a stand-up comic and actor. You’d probably recognize him from his excellent and usually memorable appearances on Drunk History, his podcast work, his several standup specials, various television appearances and more. I had the pleasure of recently talking with Kyle about his own comedy work, his life advice for twenty-somethings, and … A Conversation with Kyle Kinane
BSR Session & Interview: Scott Little
In a break from our normal programming over at the BSR Sessions workshop, we’re happy to share with you some recordings of Oboist Scott Little. Scott is a student here at the Kent State School of Music, and was gracious enough to share some of his talents with us. In the videos below, you’ll hear … BSR Session & Interview: Scott Little
Five Reasons Trading For Odell Beckham Is The Right Move For Browns
Photo Credit: usatoday.com I was in a BSR staff meeting tonight when I got the news that John Dorsey has finally pulled the trigger. After days of rumors and speculation, the Browns have landed star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr from the Giants. Originally, I did not want the Browns to get Beckham. I thought … Five Reasons Trading For Odell Beckham Is The Right Move For Browns
Browns Sign Defensive Tackle Sheldon Richardson
Photo Credit: dawgsbynature.com Tuesday, the Browns inked defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson to a three-year contract according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The deal includes $21.5 million in guaranteed money for the 28-year-old.. Richardson has previously played for the Jets, Seahawks and Vikings. He presumably will start on the defensive line with Larry Ogunjobi for a Browns … Browns Sign Defensive Tackle Sheldon Richardson
Kent, Rock And Roll’s Midwest Companion
In 1973, a special band put forth a special album for the world to hear. Its artwork is undoubtedly one of the most recognizable album covers in music; a triangular prism dispersing light into color. Pink Floyd hit a creative home run with their highly acclaimed The Dark Side Of The Moon. More than just an album, … Kent, Rock And Roll’s Midwest Companion
Album Review: Natti Natasha – ‘illumiNATTI’
Artist: Natti Natasha Album: illumiNATTI Release Date: February 15, 2019 Rating: On February 15 Dominican singer, songwriter, and rapper, Natti Natasha released her debut album illumiNATTI on all digital platforms. Unlike other artists, Natti has been on the scene for a minute, releasing singles and being a part of collaborations with up and … Album Review: Natti Natasha – ‘illumiNATTI’