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The ‘Harry Potter’ games ranked best to worst (PlayStation Releases)
April 16, 2021
"Whether it’s dueling Death Eaters, flying on a broom, or sneaking past guards, the Harry Potter series has had its ups, but it certainly has had its downs in the gaming franchise. Here, I rank the series from best to worst."

AJ Mitchell steals the spotlight with Cheat Codes collaboration, ‘Hate You + Love You’
February 9, 2021
"Fans have been long awaiting his anticipated album Skyview, but with the recent release of 'Hate You + Love You,' fans will just have to wait and see what he has in store. For now, the surprise release will suffice."

Celebrating Drew Barrymore’s illustrious career
April 21, 2021
"With a career spanning nearly four decades, Barrymore has come close to some devilish misfortunes herself, but what makes her life so tragic and inspiring at the same time? The answer comes with Barrymore’s deep ties to Hollywood starting at such an early age."

AJ Mitchell drops second album teaser ‘STOP’
April 13, 2021
"Artist AJ Mitchell dropped his next teaser for his upcoming album Skyview, a music project inspired by the Skyview Drive-In in his hometown Belleville, IL. “STOP” is relatively similar to “Camera’s On” in vocals and presentation; however, the message is on the opposite end of the spectrum."

Taylor Swift returns to her roots with ‘Fearless (Taylor’s Version)’
April 11, 2021
"Swift’s ‘Fearless (Taylor’s Version)’ knocks it out of the park since her brief pause from her 2020 album releases. She lets her fans know she never forgets her roots and who planted the seed she know eats the fruit of."

Catwoman portrayals ranked from worst to best
March 17, 2021
"When thinking about female superheroes and villains, there’s a wide span of variety. Wonder Woman, Captain Marvel, Scarlet Witch, and many more; but one stands out. Not only for her unpredictability, but as one of the few females to side with a hero and battle him at times."

Roosevelt delivers pre-album “banger” with ‘Lovers’
February 13, 2021
"German singer-songwriter Roosevelt delivered a pre-album release surprise on Friday Feb. 12, before his release of POLYDANS later this month. His latest EP Lovers is another electrified generosity of pure genius-ness not unlike the artist."

'Uncharted' games ranked (Playstation releases)
January 30, 2021
"Uncharted’s heartfelt and thrilling journey began in 2007 and continues to capture movie-like escapades over a decade later."

Why ‘Glee’ is the Best Show of Our Generation
January 20, 2021
"Lasting six seasons and winning over 30 awards from its inception in 2009 to 2015, Fox’s groundbreaking show Glee celebrated inclusivity, equality, and what it means to be in high school in a way no other show had before or afterward."

Axel Flóvent’s ‘You Stay by the Sea’ is a dazzling expedition of self-discovery
January 20, 2021
"Every bit of the 12-track wonder has heart and fulfillment emanating from the artist who spent time traveling Europe pursuing something he believed he needed, his own musical scene."

History Of: Drag
January 15, 2021
"Although drag can be confidently claimed as an important outlet of gender discovery and understanding, it wasn’t always that way."

History Of: AJ Mitchell
January 13, 2021
"With posts from his childhood featured on his social media and many in-depth interviews with mostly entertainment publications, the artist appears genuine and wants the world to know he’s here for the craft and not the fame."

The 1975 returns with golden ‘Notes on a Conditional Form’
June 4, 2020
"Matthew Healy, the leading vocalist, knows no boundaries with his expressions of sexuality, drug use, and love on each track. Originally founded in 2002, the members are still together creating music for outcasts and 'misfit toys.'"

‘The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story’ Episode 6: “Descent”
March 15, 2018
"In the latest episode of American Crime Story, Andrew’s life begins to crumble around him as he celebrates his birthday. Episode 6 takes place nine years before the murders of Jeff Trail, David Madson, Lee Miglin, and Gianni Versace."

‘The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story’ Episode 5: “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”
February 19, 2018
"Episode 5 details the events that lead up to Jeff Trail’s death, which was seen in the previous episode. The prejudice against LGBT+ people that surfaced in the military during the late ‘90s is seen in this episode as well."

‘The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story’ Episode 3: “A Random Killing”
February 5, 2018
"This episode also focuses mainly on the Miglin family. The Versace family is not featured in the episode nor are they mentioned. Andrew’s killing spree continues with two more victims, along with his evading the authorities."

‘The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story’ Episode 2: “Manhunt”
January 30, 2018
"Episode two of American Crime Story season two adds some much-needed pieces to the Versace puzzle. New pieces of the plot become clearer and more background is brought into the light with Andrew Cunanan."

‘The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story’ Episode 1: “The Man Who Would Be Vogue”
January 24, 2018
"On the new season of American Crime Story, Ryan Murphy takes another stab at an infamous event in America’s history. Gianni Versace’s death shocked the country and produced the largest failed manhunt in American history."