The Soundtrack Space: Little Women
Emily Gibbs debuts her new column 'The Soundtrack Space' with a discussion on the soundtrack from 'Little Women'.
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Are streaming platforms feeding into consumerist culture?
The rise of streaming platforms is a meteoric one. It feels like one minute Netflix was that little company that delivered DVDs to my house, and now that same company is a global phenomenon that seems to be in every home. These streaming services have transformed the way we consume...
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The art of baking
With the university broken up for summer, we have weeks of freedom ahead of us. What better way to fill it than with baking? Baking is a wonderful hobby because it provides something delicious as an outcome, but the process itself is also great. Baking is mindful, as it gives...
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The importance of album covers
Emily Gibbs discusses the importance of album covers following the introduction of 'Best Album Cover' to the Grammy's.
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The injustice of the cancelled television series
The television industry has boomed thanks to the rise of streaming services. These platforms churn out an incredible amount of original content in a single year, presenting a threat to any lesser-known but well-loved series as they are inevitably cut and replaced with an endless stream of new content. One...
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Bradley Simpson’s debut ‘The Panic Years’ breaks genre boundaries
Emily Gibbs reviews Bradley Simpson's new album, 'The Panic Years'.
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The Grammys 2025: From ‘Album of the Year’ controversy to newsworthy speeches
Emily Gibbs breaks down the recent Grammys award ceremony.
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Spotlight On: Sarah Kinsley
Emily Gibbs explains why Sarah Kinsley is one to watch in the music industry.
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Outer Banks Season 4: An adventure story that has lost its way
The highly anticipated fourth season of Outer Banks, released on Netflix in two parts, has divided fans. As a lover of the series, here are my thoughts on this latest instalment. Season four begins with the Pogues in a surprisingly positive position after season three’s cliffhanger. The Pogues got some...
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Judging a book by its cover? The cartoonification of romance book covers
If you have been into a bookshop recently, you will have probably seen displays of identical looking books. Modern adult romance books – the likes of which circulate frequently on BookTok, TikTok’s resident book club – often feature a similar design: two cartoon people on a simplistic colourful background, most...
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A guide to clubbing outfits for students
University is a great time to experiment with personal style, and a night out provides an opportunity to wear something you might not choose for your 9am seminar. If you’re dreading the “what are you going to wear?” conversation every week, here are a few ideas to inspire you. One...
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