In honor of Lana Del Rey’s dreamy new album, “Did you know that there’s a tunnel under Ocean Blvd,” here are some similar melodies from pop artists like Kali Uchis, Suki Waterhouse and Sabrina Carpenter. These new releases highlight the silky, siren-like vocals of today’s leading women in pop music.  New release “Heaven (feat. Tinashe)” by Shygirl is particularly exciting for App...

“Just a Friend” by Biz Markie blasted from the speakers as excited students adorned in glow sticks and colorful ‘70s-inspired attire roller skated onto the floor at APPS’s Friday night AppSkate event. APPS’ Spirit and Traditions Council hosted roller skaters from 7-10 p.m. at Legends. Entry to the event was free with the swipe of an AppCard.  Wristbands of different colors determined...

App at a glance is a calendar put together by the Arts and Culture desk in hopes of providing the students of App State with options for events and activities to participate in throughout the week. Thursday, March 23 KODO One Earth Tour 2023: "Tsuzumi" - $ The famous Japanese taiko ensemble will be performing their latest show entitled “Tsuzumi” in celebration of the group’s 40th anniversary....

Watching “Cocaine Bear” on a Friday night is a bit like going to see the “Rocky Horror Picture Show” or attending an improv comedy performance: the audience is there to have a good time and there will be audience participation. The 10 p.m. opening weekend screening at the Boone Regal featured packed rows, hooting laughter and the occasional rallying cheer of “Cocaine Bear.” The film has...

The Ides of March, a common theme in literature, particularly Shakespeare, refers to the looming threat of the mid-March death Julius Caeser was allegedly warned of in Shakespeare’s historical play “Julius Caeser.” Since then, the theme has been used in pop culture to warn of misfortune in the path of main characters across books, movies and television shows.  At App State, the worst of March...

Warm weather can only mean one thing — spring break is around the corner. Whether you’re looking for some last-minute fun before vacation or you’re stuck in Boone for the break, there is something fun to enjoy for everyone. Here are some activities to treat yourself to as the town quiets down and the weather heats up.   Thursday, March 9 Deciphering Doc Watson Learn about the...