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Dev Hynes, also known as Blood Orange and formerly Lightspeed Champion, has now released a combined eight albums under his three stage names since 2010.

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Dev Hynes ventures into ambient classical with ‘Fields’

By Carl Zabat | Nov. 5, 2019

Music columnist Carl Zabat reviews the new album Fields by musician Dev Hynes, also known as Blood Orange.

Satirical dark comedy “JoJo Rabbit” — an absolute triumph of a film and quite possibly the best of 2019 — is set in Nazi Germany during World War II.

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Satirical dark comedy ‘JoJo Rabbit’ is a once-in-a-lifetime masterpiece

By Dominic LeRose | Nov. 4, 2019

Very few films that can make the audience laugh and then cry just 20 seconds later. Such is the beauty of New Zealand director Taika Waititi’s “JoJo Rabbit” — an absolute triumph of a film and quite possibly the best of 2019.

Willem Dafoe (left) and Robert Pattinson (right) star in "The Lighthouse" from director Robert Eggers, which is already generating Oscar buzz for both actors.

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Pattinson, Dafoe excel in mind-bending new film, ‘The Lighthouse’

By Dominic LeRose | Nov. 1, 2019

Set entirely on a tiny remote island off the coast of Maine in the 1890s, Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe star in “The Lighthouse”, portraying two lighthouse keepers living in complete isolation amidst stark sea conditions.

Hundreds of hip-hop fans gathered to hear Kenosha's own Alexander Kain, who opened for Lil Yachty at Freakfest.

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Freaky talented: Catching up with musician Alexander Kain

By Megan Girod | Oct. 31, 2019

Kenosha, Wisconsin’s own Alexander Kain — a rising hip-hop musician and entertainer — performed at this years Freakfest. He caught up with The Daily Cardinal’s Megan Girod and discussed his experience performing that night, as well as his current projects.

Madison's biggest Halloween celebration was another hit this year, bringing out costumed college students for a rain soaked night of music.

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Lil Yachty, Freakfest performers stay afloat amidst downpour

By Anna Patterson | Oct. 31, 2019

Music fans from near and far learned to dance in the rain at this year’s Freakfest. The annual Halloween-themed music festival in downtown Madison — this year, held on Saturday Oct. 26th — saw constant showers throughout the duration of the event.

Two convention goers dressed as Marvel's Spider-Man and Venom do battle at Wizard World Comic Con.

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‘Smallville’ cast graces Wizard World Comic Con

By John Everman | Oct. 31, 2019

Madison’s own comic book convention — Wizard World Comic Con — returned to the Alliant Energy Center this past weekend. Thousands from all over flocked to the three-day celebration of all things comic book, fantasy, anime and pop culture.

Season six of BoJack Horseman picks right where it left off, touching on past destruction before looking ahead.

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Bojack Horseman season six equal parts honest, hilarious

By Sam Jones | Oct. 30, 2019

Season six of BoJack Horseman picks right where it left off, touching on past destruction before looking ahead.

Rex Orange County, a native of England, has carved out an impressive resume as a musician at only 21-years-old.

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Rex Orange County doesn’t run from reality on his new record, 'Pony'

By Emily Knepple | Oct. 29, 2019

Alex O’Connor —widely known as Rex Orange County— released his third studio album entitled Pony this past Friday, encouraging fans to recognize their own youth and remember it well.

Deborah Blum stopped by campus to offer food for thought about her novel, “Poison Squad.”

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Go Big Read 'Poison Squad’ author, Deborah Blum visits campus

By Raynee Hamilton | Oct. 28, 2019

Deborah Blum stopped by campus to offer food for thought about her novel, “Poison Squad.”

Tim Hennessy’s anthology “Milwaukee Noir” explores the darker side of Brew City in its fictionalized accounts of real-life issues.

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‘Milwaukee Noir’: Investigating darker sentiments of Brew City

By Raynee Hamilton | Oct. 27, 2019

Tim Hennessy’s anthology “Milwaukee Noir” explores the darker side of Brew City in its fictionalized accounts of real-life issues.

Daily Cardinal writer, Cara Suplee, gives a glimpse into the MMoCA's 2019 Wisconsin Triennial Exhibition titled "Art Unearthed."

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MMoCA Wisconsin experience bridging old, new

By Cara Suplee | Oct. 25, 2019

Daily Cardinal writer, Cara Suplee, gives a glimpse into the MMoCA's 2019 Wisconsin Triennial Exhibition titled "Art Unearthed."

Wrestler Kevin Nash will be at Wizard World Comic Con in Madison this weekend. Recently, he spoke with the Daily Cardinal about his prolific career, acting and life outside of the ring.

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Kevin Nash: An interview with an American wrestling legend

By John Everman | Oct. 24, 2019

Wrestler Kevin Nash will be at Wizard World Comic Con in Madison this weekend. Recently, he spoke with the Daily Cardinal about his prolific career, acting and life outside of the ring.

The Daily Cardinal's Robyn Cawley and Lauren Souza examine the effect that streaming services like Netflix or Hulu have had on traditional American primetime television viewing.

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Goodbye Primetime, Hello Streaming

By Robyn Cawley and Lauren Souza | Oct. 24, 2019

The Daily Cardinal's Robyn Cawley and Lauren Souza examine the affect that streaming services like Netflix or Hulu have had on traditional American primetime television viewing.

Big Thief is quickly becoming a quintessential modern indie rock band. With four albums released since 2016, they show no signs of slowing down.

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Big Thief returns to Madison for a memorable night out at the Sylvee

By Emily Knepple | Oct. 22, 2019

Big Thief took the stage for their second time in Madison this past Saturday at the Sylvee. Their new album Two Hands is their second to come out this year, following U.F.O.F., which dropped in early May.

London indie-pop trio stopped by Madison last Friday night, gifting the locals with old and new tunes.

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Kero Kero Bonito shines bright, transforming Madison crowd

By Caroline Anhalt | Oct. 21, 2019

London indie-pop trio stopped by Madison last Friday night, gifting the locals with old and new tunes.

Popular animated show “Big Mouth” returns for its third season with its usual uncomfortably hilarious plot, but struggles to find its footing.

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‘Big Mouth’ season 3 shows sensitivity matters with pubescent depravity

By Joseph Marz | Oct. 16, 2019

Popular animated show “Big Mouth” returns for its third season with its usual uncomfortably hilarious plot, but struggles to find its footing.

“El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie” takes a deep dive into Jesse Pinkman in the aftermath of the hit series but fails to set up anything new in this predictable epilogue.

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‘El Camino’: Fan service falls to cover new ground

By Dominic LeRose | Oct. 15, 2019

“El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie” takes a deep dive into Jesse Pinkman in the aftermath of the hit series but fails to set up anything new in this predictable epilogue.

Indie-rock singer-songwriter Lucy Dacus headlined a concert of powerful voices and evocative lyrics with opening acts, Sun June and Liza Anne, at the Majestic Theater Friday night.

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Lucy Dacus heads night of powerful female-led groups with Liza Anne, Sun June

By Dana Brandt | Oct. 14, 2019

Indie-rock singer-songwriter Lucy Dacus headlined a concert of powerful voices and evocative lyrics with opening acts, Sun June and Liza Anne, at the Majestic Theater Friday night.

Here are some fave albums to get you into the fall mood this season, according to one of the Daily Cardinal’s music columnists.

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Five Best Albums for Fall

By Molly Carmichael | Oct. 11, 2019

Here are some fave albums to get you into the fall mood this season, according to one of the Daily Cardinal’s music columnists.

Catfish and the Bottlemen grace MKE with their presence, proving they don’t mess around.

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Catfish and the Bottlemen show fresh nostalgic sound

By Emily Knepple | Oct. 10, 2019

Catfish and the Bottlemen grace MKE with their presence, proving they don’t mess around.