Culture

Liv on the Edge: Racism is all around us

It pounds and beats in the heart of a system supposedly designed to protect us: we, the people. We are not immune. Read More

CT Recommends: Iguana Death Cult (yes, it’s a band)

“Lorraine” comes roaring in with what is probably the nastiest — like communal-style-first-year-men’s bathroom nasty — guitar riff I have in my Spotify library. Read More

The RPO Delivered at Their 19th Amendment Celebration Concert

The RPO’s 19th Amendment Anniversary Celebration was a heartfelt tribute to one of the most important events in American history. Read More

Sometimes, I just want music to calm me down

Happiness doesn’t have to come from the fineries and extravagances in life. It can come from the routine, mundane, and comfortable. Read More

Liv on the Edge: I’ve run out of control

I’ve felt a little out of control recently. I imagine most other people our age are feeling that way, too. Read More

Cop shows suck. Except ‘The Wire’.

The cops aren't always clearly the good guys and the criminals aren't always clearly the bad guys. Read More

Farewell, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D!

“Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” has mastered the sci-fi/superhero genre over the course of seven seasons, pulling off what other superhero romps haven’t truly been able to accomplish. Read More

Fighting through another sunny day: The paradoxical genius of ‘London Weekend’

The 1993 album by British singer-songwriter Harvey William  is existential dread in a sugary coating with a cherry on top. Read More

Internet activism and the domino effect

The mistagging of #BlackOutTuesday alludes to a larger problem with white Americans. Read More

A look into Rochester’s historical jazz scene

African American communities have contributed greatly to the American musical scene, but one genre with especially strong ties to Rochester is Jazz. Read More