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Siddiq has two more shows in Madison tonight at 8:30 p.m and 10:30 p.m.

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Ali Siddiq draws countless laughs at Comedy Club on State

By Morgan Spohn | Mar. 24, 2018

On Thursday night, Ali Siddiq performed his first show of five at Madison’s Comedy Club on State.

Siddiq will be performing in Madison this Thursday, Friday and Saturday at Comedy Club on State.

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Ali Siddiq talks comedy, life lessons with the Daily Cardinal

By Morgan Spohn | Mar. 22, 2018

A lot of comedians grow up and experience many things, from hardships to joy. For Ali Siddiq, this was no different. His life is an odyssey which began in the projects of Houston, Texas, where he currently lives in a gated community.

The cast of "Game Over, Man" (from left to right): Anders Holm, Blake Anderson and Adam DeVine.

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UW alum Anders Holm joins cast of ‘Game Over, Man!’ to discuss new Netflix film

By Morgan Spohn | Mar. 20, 2018

Anders Holm, Adam DeVine and Blake Anderson have been through a lot together, from initially meeting in California to creating the hit Comedy Central show, “Workaholics.” The three of them stopped by Vilas Hall’s Parliamentary room last Friday to promote their newest project: the Netflix movie “Game Over, Man!”

The "Super Smash Bros." series first premiered in 1999 on the Nintendo 64.

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Super Smash Bros. Club brings students together with friendly competition

By Brandon Arbuckle | Mar. 15, 2018

Jordan Tannenbaum has been a fan of video games since the day his parents got him a Game Boy in kindergarten. During middle school, he and a group of friends played “Super Smash Bros.,” a series of fighting games starring Nintendo’s favorite characters.

Bobby Tarantino II shows that mixtape Logic and album Logic aren't one and the same.

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Logic does not impress on new mixtape; albums remain superior works

By Edgar Sanchez | Mar. 15, 2018

Fans of “Rick and Morty,” myself included, may not have expected the duo to return Logic’s favor of a brief cameo, as he did last season on the popular show. The grandfather-grandson duo announced last week that Logic was dropping a sequel to his well-received Bobby Tarantino mixtape that would be “Good ol’ Atlanta-style club rap.”

Kearny just started his CRAZYTALK Tour in February and has been working his way to the Midwest from the West Coast.

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Mat Kearney’s concert was so relaxing that I fell asleep

By Jon Yoon | Mar. 14, 2018

Expectations were high as I waited outside of the Orpheum Theater last Wednesday, excited to see what Mat Kearney would perform for his stop in Madison.

With this record, Tory Lanez lacks the originality to hold anyone’s attention long enough for mainstream success.

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New Tory Lanez album is the generic, dollar store equivalent of dancehall music

By Edgar Sanchez | Mar. 14, 2018

Tory Lanez, an outspoken rapper and singer hailing from Toronto, released his second full-length album earlier this month with MEMORIES DON’T DIE.

Problems with staying on beat and mundane raps keep SOB's album from being a stronger debut.

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SOB X RBE's 'GANGIN' is great for parties, but not much else

By Edgar Sanchez | Mar. 14, 2018

Listeners of 'Black Panther: The Album' may recall “Paramedic!” as one of the record’s highlights. It starred a vibrant and enthusiastic rap group out of Vallejo, California who made a noticeable buzz for all the right reasons.

The white feminism of the "UnReal" protagonists is one of many aspects that make them two of TV’s greatest anti-heroes.

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?‘UnReal’ season three nails girl power theme, yet seems disingenuous at times

By Monique Scheidler | Mar. 13, 2018

In my opinion, “UnReal” is one of TV’s hidden gems. It was perhaps the first show that brought serious attention to Lifetime, as the network was formerly known to air cheesy, made-for-TV movies or “Dance Moms.” “UnReal” follows two female producers, Quinn and Rachel, of a “The Bachelor” parody program called “Everlasting.” They manipulate the contestants of the show, as well as their co-workers, for the sake of good ratings.

McKenna seemed so comfortable on stage that you’d think he’s been doing this for decades, despite the fact he can’t even legally buy a drink here in America.

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?Declan McKenna is a rockstar in the making, dazzles at the Majestic

By Bremen Keasey | Mar. 13, 2018

Declan McKenna first caught the world’s attention, and my own, for his 2015 hit, “Brazil.” The song was written in protest of the worldwide soccer organization, FIFA, and their awarding of the 2014 FIFA World Cup to Brazil.

Lorde proved she was a force to be reckoned with during her performance at Milwaukee's BMO Harris Bradley Center on March 1.

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Astonishing vocals, visuals on full display at Lorde concert in Milwaukee

By Jonny Fluger | Mar. 12, 2018

Lorde kicked off her “Melodrama” North American tour in Milwaukee earlier this month with Tove Styrke and Run the Jewels.

Keys N Krates displayed their ability to grow and evolve as producers without losing their originality at the Majestic Theater.

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?Keys N Krates' Madison performance proves EDM has the ability to evolve

By Erin Bates | Mar. 12, 2018

Keys N Krates stole the stage last Wednesday at the Majestic with their classic trap bass and beats.

Two of the most memorable moments of the set were when Judah & The Lion brought each opener on stage to perform with them.

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Judah & The Lion puts on motivational performance but is overshadowed by openers

By Colin Durlacher | Mar. 12, 2018

Judah & The Lion brought energy and positivity to the Orpheum last Tuesday night, but the openers were truly what made the performance memorable.

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Jordan Peele’s directorial debut remains brilliant with the inventive ‘Get Out’

By Colin Durlacher | Mar. 9, 2018

“Get Out” proves it is possible to combine sharp humor with genuine terror.

You can watch new episodes of "Atlanta" every Thursday at 9 p.m. on FX.

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‘Atlanta’ season two premiere exceeds expectations

By Monique Scheidler | Mar. 8, 2018

2018 has been Donald Glover’s year. Or maybe it’s been our year since we get to enjoy Donald Glover? In any case, whether it’s winning a Grammy in January or landing the role of Lando Calrissian in the upcoming Han Solo prequel, Glover has been on fire.

"Metal Gear Survive" is now available for PS4, Xbox One and PC.

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‘Metal Gear Survive’ is a series low point

By Marty Forbeck | Mar. 8, 2018

As the most baffling game in the most baffling series ever made, “Metal Gear Survive” has reasonable claim to the title of “Weirdest Game Ever.” But break down the forces behind its creation, and it suddenly becomes one of the most sensical, cynical business decisions made in the video game industry.

"Celeste" is out now for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC, macOS and Linux.

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‘Celeste’ is a challenging platformer with colorful characters, candid storytelling

By Marty Forbeck | Mar. 7, 2018

Anyone with two working hands and eyes can play “Celeste” and enjoy it without feeling guilty about it. That’s remarkable.

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Vince Staples and Tyler, the Creator bring West Coast hip-hop to Madison

By Brandon Arbuckle | Mar. 5, 2018

Vince Staples and Tyler, the Creator brought their North American tour to Madison this past Thursday, where each performed in front of a packed crowd at the Alliant Energy Center’s Exhibition Hall.

“Spring Awakening” is a rock musical that proves teen angst knows no time period.

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High schoolers impress in the risky ‘Spring Awakening’

By Anna Welch | Mar. 5, 2018

Express Yourself! put on its final production of “Spring Awakening” on Saturday night at the Bartell Theater after performing around Wisconsin since the beginning of November.

The delightful Genevieve Schatz leads Company of Thieves, an indie rock group from Chicago.

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Company of Thieves’ Genevieve Schatz recalls humble beginnings and newfound success

By Allison Garfield | Mar. 5, 2018

Many know that Walk the Moon stopped in Madison last week as one of the final stops on their Press Restart Tour. Not many know the band that opened for them.