Saturday, February 14

Album review: Kali Uchis’ ‘Sincerely,’ artfully explores love, lacks sonic diversity

This post was updated May 11 at 10:49 p.m. Kali Uchis has released a wonderful album for slow, sweet summer days. The Colombian American singer’s latest album, “Sincerely,” marks her third LP in the past three years. Read more...

Photo: Grammy-winning R&B artist Kali Uchis sits atop a pile of pink and purple pillows on the cover of her fifth studio album “Sincerely,.” The 14-track, 50-minute album was released Friday and is Uchis’ third full-length LP in three years.(Courtesy of Kali Uchis, LLC, under exclusive license to UMG Recordings, Inc.)


Film review: Despite flaws, ‘Thunderbolts*’ serves as spark to fading MCU universe

This post was updated May 6 at 9:30 p.m. Editor’s note: This article contains mentions of suicidal ideation. Warning: spoilers ahead. With its latest outing, Marvel brings a new spark into the fading Marvel Cinematic Universe. Read more...

Photo: Pictured is the cast of “Thunderbolts*” sitting on the floor and looking past the camera. The action superhero film landed in theaters Friday.(Courtesy of IMDb)



LA Times Festival of Books ends 2025 chapter with panels on identity, storytelling

From literary legends to riveting panels, the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books curated a magical experience for bibliophiles. Book enthusiasts perused the streets of the University of Southern California on Sunday for the second and final day of the annual LA Times Festival of Books. Read more...

Photo: Attendees at the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books look at books on shelves in a truck. The two-day event was held at the University of Southern California over the weekend. (Daily Bruin file photo)


Second Take: Influencer, comedy podcasters must be informed when giving social commentary

This post was updated April 29 at 11:45 p.m. Podcasts are beginning to lose their reputation as reliable forms of news and social commentary. Celebrity culture has led many to ascribe respect and trust to influencer posts and podcasts. Read more...

Photo: Pictured are Enya Umanzor (left) and Drew Phillips (right) posing for a photo. The two were tangled in an internet controversy because of backlash they received from an episode of their podcast, “Emergency Intercom.” (Courtesy of Josiah)


Concert review: Rauw Alejandro stuns with retro style, theatrical performance at Intuit Dome

This post was updated April 29 at 11:40 p.m. When it comes to putting on a performance, Rauw Alejandro is committed to giving his fans nothing but the best. Read more...

Photo: Rauw Alejandro wears a black hat and black coat while performing in front of a projection of a flaming car at the Intuit Dome on Sunday night. The Puerto Rican singer-songwriter played his second of three shows at the Inglewood venue Sunday as part of his “Cosa Nuestra World Tour.” (Darlene Sanzon/Assistant Photo editor)


Theater review: ‘Furlough’s Paradise’ embrace of intimacy through script, set design moves viewers

This post was updated May 1 at 9:06 p.m. Warning: spoilers ahead. “Furlough’s Paradise” reminds viewers – through the intimacy of the stage – to hold loved ones as tight as possible. Read more...

Photo: (From left to right) Pictured is Kacie Rogers and DeWanda Wise in “Furlough’s Paradise” at Geffen Playhouse. The show will run until May 18. (Courtesy of Jeff Lorch)



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