‘POW!’: Superheroes headline summer movies

It seems like the end of the world has been anticipated in the big screens this summer. A mix of big sequels, crazy teddy bears, 3-D effects and a lot – and let’s emphasize a lot – of superhero movies are coming to the theatres between May and August this year. Here is a preview of the top 10 movies...

April 23rd, 2012 | A&E | Read More

PHOTOS: Rites of Spring not dampened by weather

Staying true to the vision of variety, The Rites of Spring music festival brought together genres for many tastes this weekend at Vanderbilt. The set on Friday began with Archive Nights, followed by the vintage-tuned Beaker Street Blues band. Gloriana brought joy to the country fans by performing some...

April 22nd, 2012 | A&E, Art | Read More

Beat ‘n’ Track: Tre Houston

This month the Beat ‘N’ Track takes its final spin of the semester with the hip-hop stylings of December graduate Tre Houston. Houston, who takes his last name from his Texas hometown, grew up listening to ‘90s pop, talk radio and the soul music of his “Mama Nell.” It all came together to create...

April 18th, 2012 | Music | Read More

Local food for local eatery in 12South

What: Sloco Where: 2905 12th Ave. South When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. daily Cost: $6.50-$8; $4.50 soup of the day; $3.50-$4 kids Info: 615-499-4793; http://www.slocolocal.com Before you walk into 12South’s Sloco sandwich shop, be ready for a tight squeeze. It’s small and narrow. A long prep table on one side...

April 18th, 2012 | Art | Read More

Carroll Cloar’s Delta art returns to Leu

Carroll Cloar’s paintings don’t just jump out at you — they grab you by the heartstrings and pull you right in to the soul of Memphis, Cloar’s home and inspiration. Until May 24, the soft lighting of the Leu Art Gallery will illuminate the works of the late artist who focused so much on the Mississippi...

April 18th, 2012 | Art | Read More

The Apache Relay builds momentum

The Apache Relay’s sound is difficult to define. There are screaming fiddle solos, but it doesn’t sound like bluegrass. It’s grounded with driving percussion and electric guitar riffs, but acoustic instruments like the mandolin lighten the sound without softening the momentum. “We’re a rock...

April 18th, 2012 | Featured A&E, Music | Read More

Teen group creates art, builds community

“I got that strive, now. Feel me?” he said with a smile. Rakeem Gray is a different person now than he was a year ago. As a junior at Johnson High School, a Nashville alternative school for students with behavioral issues, the 18-year-old limited himself with his own apathy. He didn’t respect schoolwork...

April 16th, 2012 | Art | Read More

STORIFY: Bareilles packs house

Share “ Nashville! Are you ready?! I’m workin on no sleep and no rehearsals. This could be epic. (see also: rough around the edges.) can’t wait!! Sara Bareilles Sun, Apr 15 2012 11:46:50 ReplyRetweet The general-admission only show had ticket-holders lining up...

April 15th, 2012 | A&E, Music | Read More

PHOTOS: Best of the Best honors Curb

Belmont’s annual Best of the Best showcase took place in the Curb Event Center on Sat., April 14. A special thanks was given to music industry icon and Belmont trustee emeritus Mike Curb, who received the 2012 Robert E. Mulloy Award of Excellence during the show. Urban/Pop Showcase winner Tre...

April 15th, 2012 | A&E, Featured A&E, Music | Read More

Romance with a little physics comes to Black Box

While some romantic plays require previous historical or artistic knowledge, few require an understanding of quantum physics. Luckily, that understanding comes secondary in Penny Penniston’s romantic comedy “Now, Then, and Again,” which will be presented at Belmont’s Black Box Theatre from...

April 11th, 2012 | A&E | Read More

‘Hunger Games’ enters classrooms

With three massively successful books and an even more lucrative film, ‘The Hunger Games’ series is now heading into college classrooms, including ones at Belmont. After including the popular series into their own classes, English professors Sue Trout, Dr. Marcia McDonald and Dr. Cynthia...

April 10th, 2012 | A&E | Read More

Four with ties to Belmont vie for ‘Voice’ title

Four students and alumni with Belmont ties are competing on the hit reality television show “The Voice.” Hailey Steele, of The LiNE, Nicolle Galyon, Katrina Parker and Tony Vincent all won slots on the NBC show in both the blind auditions and the subsequent battle rounds. Greg Pillon, Belmont’s...

April 9th, 2012 | A&E, Music | Read More

Doolittle dishes during convo

Belmont alumna Melinda Doolittle has come a long way since her days as Bruiser, the Belmont Bruins mascot. In fact, she’s far exceeded her own dreams. After finishing third on the sixth season of American Idol, Doolittle never dreamed she would be returning to Belmont as a celebrity like she did at...

April 4th, 2012 | A&E | Read More

Diverse Rites of Spring lineup set

Variety seems to be the key word this year at Rites of Spring. Vanderbilt University will play host to an annual music festival known for booking rising talent on April 20-21. This year, the talent will span several genres and will include acts ranging from headliner Wiz Khalifa to country act Gloriana. “This...

April 3rd, 2012 | A&E, Music | Read More

Oratorio’s ‘Mass for Peace’ set for Monday

Let us have peace. This common war statement is woven throughout Belmont’s Oratorio Chorus performance set for Mon, April 2 at 7:30 p.m. in Massey Concert Hall. The 200 member-plus choir will be performing “The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace” by Welsh composer Karl Jenkins. “When I discovered the...

March 30th, 2012 | A&E, Music | Read More