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Rev Ranks: Big Brother current season predictable, despite production’s attempts

Rev Ranks: Big Brother current season predictable, despite production’s attempts

By Kaylee Poche August 24, 2017

STARS: 2/5Forget about the sophomore slump, CBS’s “Big Brother” is suffering from a severe case of season 19 slump.The long-running reality TV competition is known, by self-proclaimed...

Tyler, the Creator- Flower Boy

Rev Ranks: Tyler, The Creator is introspective, open and better than ever on ‘Flower Boy’

By Ysabella Ramirez August 23, 2017

STARS: 4/5 Since bringing the Odd Future movement to the masses back in 2011 and making a name for himself as one of the most controversial and unique rappers out there, Tyler, the Creator has re-established...

A barista at French Truck Coffee pours steamed milk into a latte on Friday, Aug. 18, 2017.

Baton Rouge’s summer restaurant openings bring new brunch, BBQ options to students

By Bobby Crane August 23, 2017

Baton Rouge’s culinary scene has experienced unprecedented growth within the past few years. With trendy, modern restaurants like The Overpass Merchant, Cocha and Kalurah Street Grill opening...

Rev Ranks: Kesha's comeback album 'Rainbow' an uplifting look toward future

Rev Ranks: Kesha’s comeback album ‘Rainbow’ an uplifting look toward future

By Bobby Crane August 22, 2017

STARS: 3.5/5 It’s 2017, and like many of her chart-topping counterparts of the early 2010s (Lady Gaga and Miley Cyrus come to mind), Kesha has decided to – somewhat – strip it down...

Power Pump Girls co-founder Sherin Dawud speaks about her ideas during the brand's pop-up event at The Parlor on Saturday, Aug. 19, 2017.

University alumnae create women’s empowerment organization

By Kaylee Poche August 21, 2017

Sometimes the smallest, most ordinary action can lead to the very burst of inspiration needed to create something extraordinary. That is what happened to University alumna Raina Vallot, when she published...

Rev Ranks: Lana Del Rey's 'Lust for Life' a beautiful return to singer's classic style

Rev Ranks: Lana Del Rey’s ‘Lust for Life’ a beautiful return to singer’s classic style

By Ysabella Ramirez July 25, 2017

Rank: 4/5 Lana Del Rey’s highly anticipated fifth studio album, “Lust for Life,” was released on July 21. After the album's two singles “Love” and “Lust for Life”...

Rev Ranks: 'To the Bone' shows dangers of eating disorders in authentic, emotional film

Rev Ranks: ‘To the Bone’ shows dangers of eating disorders in authentic, emotional film

By Ysabella Ramirez July 24, 2017

Rank: 4/5 Rank: 4/5 Eating disorders are frightening mental illnesses that unfortunately plague many people today. Netflix recently released an original film, “To the Bone,” that tackled this...

Atomic Pop Shop's wide selection of vinyl records on display on Wednesday Oct. 7, 2015, on Government St. in Baton Rouge.

CALENDAR: Baton Rouge events July 20-30

By Compiled by Ysabella Ramirez July 20, 2017

 Thursday, July 20The Concacaf Gold Cup Quarterfinals, Jamaica v. Canada and Mexico v. Honduras, will be shown at 6 p.m. at the Varsity Theatre. No cover and drink specials.Trivia Thursday at Tin...

Owner of Wanderlust by Abby, Abby Bullock, awaits customers in her store on Tuesday July 18, 2017, on Perkins Road.

Former pop-up shop owner sees success in recently opened local boutique

By Myia Hambrick July 18, 2017

Standing in Wanderlust by Abby, a bohemian-style shop at 4263 Perkins Road, you would never guess that three years ago the store’s owner, Abby Bullock, was working solely out of her Toyota Four-Runner.  “It...

Gypsy-Netflix

Rev Ranks: Netflix’s ‘Gypsy’ presents cliché plot, fails to deliver

By Ysabella Ramirez July 14, 2017

Rank: 2/5 Netflix's newest original show "Gypsy" premiered June 30 with an intriguing premise of twisted therapist and client relations, and even has the Fleetwood Mac song of the same name playing in...

Tin Roof Brewery and lululemon team up on Wednesday, March 8, 2017, to hold the weekly Yoga on Tap workout class at Tin Roof Brewery off Nicholson Drive.

CALENDAR: Local events July 13-18

By Compiled by Ysabella Ramirez July 13, 2017

July 13Local artist thesmoothcat will perform at the Culture Reggae Club on Oklahoma St. Doors at 9 p.m. $10 cover. The Spanish Moon hosts Americana Night with Billy Callaway, Reece Sullivan and Lauren...

Rev Ranks: Jay-Z's '4:44' a vulnerable, masterful comeback

Rev Ranks: Jay-Z’s ‘4:44’ a vulnerable, masterful comeback

By Ysabella Ramirez July 13, 2017

Rank: 4/5 Acclaimed rapper and iconic businessman Jay-Z released his surprise album “4:44” on June 30 to a triumphant response. After a four-year hiatus and the release of Beyonce’s impactful...