The trailer for Emerald Fennell’s “Wuthering Heights” has recently been released, and it has caused quite the uproar. There has been a lot of discourse online surrounding the accuracy of this adaptation and whether or not it is blasphemous. While the trailer most certainly indicates discrepancies between the film and the book, I must say I am rather excited to watch this storyline unfold.  The quotation marks must be addressed, as I think this is a large indicator that this f

The Grammy’s newly introduced category of Best Album Cover  is a long overdue ode to the artwork which is many listeners first impression of an album: the colours, themes and overall vibes of the record. When a cover compliments these elements it’s satisfying, and similarly jarring when it doesn’t. An album cover helps to materialise the imagery within the songs – something to shape a listening experience around. Whether it’s seasonal aesthetics, an outfit choice or facial ex

On 7th November, the Recording Academy announced the nominations for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards. The awards take place on 1st February 2026, leaving plenty of time to speculate on who may win, and debate on whether any artists were unduly snubbed. Leading the field is Kendrick Lamar (9 nominations), followed closely by Lady Gaga (7), Bad Bunny (6), and Sabrina Carpenter (6); all four are competing in the Song, Record, and Album of the Year categories. It’s unsurprising tha

As Islamophobia Awareness Month highlights prejudice faced by Muslim communities, the question of representation in film and television remains crucial. For decades, Islam and Muslims have too often been reduced to negative stereotypes. Yet recent years have seen promising signs of change. A turning point came when actor Riz Ahmed delivered a powerful speech in the House of Commons, condemning harmful portrayals of Muslims in the media. This led to the creation of The Riz Tes

The label “industry plant” seems to be on everyone’s lips at the moment. As soon as an artist gains a relatively large amount of success in a short time, perhaps because of virality or award nominations, they face the accusation that record label executives are orchestrating it for profit. Doechii, Clairo and Sombr are just some examples of artists facing the allegations; let’s break them down. American rapper Doechii had all eyes on her after she released her mixtape Alligat

Sheffield is home to an incredible live music scene, both big and small. When you look beyond Foundry, you’ll discover an incredible array of venues platforming musicians spanning across various genres. Here are some of the best: Sidney & Matilda: Located on the corner of Sidney Street and Matilda Street in the City Centre, Sidney’s is the place to be for a good night of live music. Sheffield’s own Music Culture Society regularly puts on student-run gigs here. The venue has m

Sheffield has long been known for its entanglement in the entertainment industry, producing stars and featuring on screen. Musical Greats Legendary rock band Def Leppard met in the student haven Crookes, in Joe Elliot's bedroom, where they recruited the vocalist in 1977. They played their first live performance for a “Rent a Crowd” of friends at the Portland Works Spoon Factory, before a public gig at Westfield School a year later. Whilst not having explicitly written about S

Lily Allen’s latest album ‘ West End Girl’  has proved divisive since its release on the 24th of October. Some fans are praising her unfiltered, brutal honesty; critics are branding her a try-hard, attempting to mimic Charli-XCX’s pop experimentalism. Personally, I have had the album on repeat, and I realise that this obsession stems from a slightly shameful place: my burning desire to know the gossip… Undeniably, Allen has a knack for ‘saying it how it is’, even (especially)

As the days get shorter and the Sheffield winds get stronger, it feels like the perfect time to snuggle up in bed and binge some TV. Keep reading for some great Autumn recommendations to keep you cosy and entertained! This time of year is when British telly really shines. It feels like there’s something on every evening, from The Great British Bake Off , to Big Brother , The Celebrity Traitors , RuPaul’s Drag Race ,  Strictly Come Dancing and Taskmaster . If you want somethin

As a fairly experienced student journalist, I am very aware that the headline means everything. It tells the story often more than the body of the article itself, and has the instant power of swaying your opinion on a specific topic, especially in terms of influencers, TV and pop culture. After a simple search on google with just the words “Taylor and Travis” (no surnames, no specifics): 2,320,000 links are found, the majority of them articles all about Taylor Swift and Travi

Gen-Z’s pop princess and lesbian icon, Chappell Roan, has launched a non-profit called ‘The Midwest Princess Project’. The initiative raises money for charities that support trans youths and LGBTQ+ individuals in the United States. The project has already raised over $400,000 from Roan’s recent pop up shows supporting her newest single, ‘The Subway’. The GLO Center, based in Roan’s home state, is one of the organisations The Midwest Princess Project is supporting. They said R

When Taylor Swift announced ‘ The Life of a Showgirl’ , I was fully expecting a return to pure glossy, upbeat pop. The title alone sounded like a full comeback to glittery anthems and Vegas energy, but after listening, it’s clear this album isn’t about the on-stage showgirl at all, but rather about the woman who steps offstage. This album feels like Taylor’s way of closing the curtain on one of the most defining eras of her career.  The album opens with the lead single, ‘ The

In the last decade, the movie business has run out of ideas. More cinema experiences have been riddled with scoffs at repetitive storylines or groans at unwanted sequels ruining previously cherished classics. Just by looking at IMDbs worst movies of the 2020s, it isn't difficult to see that these types of movies are simply not satisfying viewers. New movies in treasured series such as Indiana Jones, Jurassic Park and Harry Potter featured some of the lowest ratings on this li

There was a time where choosing what to watch was the most difficult part of sitting down to enjoy some TV- now it is choosing where to watch it. Between Disney+, Netflix and Amazon Prime, the modern streaming landscape feels like a full-blown entertainment war. Each platform promises the biggest library, best originals and smoothest experience, but only one might actually deserve your money and time. Disney+ is where family favourites meet blockbuster franchises. The platfor

An insightful piece considering the value of podcasts. Is it now an oversaturated market or are they contributing to important discourse?

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A tribute to Michelle Trachtenberg and her roles that impacted a generation.

Ethan Hawke's speech at the Berlin Film Festival brings up the question; how do we make good art that pushes boundaries?