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JP Brown plays guitar for Neutral Snap on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017 at The Varsity Theatre.

Neutral Snap, a local pop punk and alternative band gains popularity

By Rachel Rathle January 20, 2017

Neutral Snap is an energetic up-and-coming band who started eight years ago. Each member of the group raves about their stellar stage presence, and with their recent boost in popularity in and around Baton...

Khloé Kardashian's new show "Revenge Body with Khloé Kardashian," premiered Jan. 12.

Rev Ranks: Khloé’s new show disappointing for even the most dedicated Kardashian fans

By Abby King January 19, 2017

Let me start off by saying I am a lover of all things Kardashian, so when I heard Khloé Kardashian was going to have a new show, I practically cleared my schedule for every Thursday night in the foreseeable...

Louisiana Double Play sells comic books and sports cards on Jan. 13, 2017, at the corner of South Sherwood Forest Boulevard and West Bricksome Avenue.

Louisiana Double Play captivates customers, offers variety of comics

By Corrine Pritchett January 19, 2017

Local comic book store Louisiana Double Play, located on the corner of Bricksome Avenue and South Sherwood Forest Boulevard, has its doors open to anyone in need of a great story. Its wide selection of...

"The Lion King" musical debuted in 1997 and has continually captivated audiences in the years since. Actors take on the role of animals, as seen here. 

“The Lion King” brings a childhood tale to life

By Corrine Pritchett January 19, 2017

Everyone knows the touching story of the famous Disney movie “The Lion King.” A young lion, Simba, is born with the title of prince. His uncle Scar is left second in line to the throne and...

"Sing," released Dec. 21, features the voices of Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, Seth MacFarlane and Scarlett Johansson. 

Rev Ranks: “Sing” is slow-paced, lacked originality

By Rachel Rathle January 19, 2017

Illumination fell short with its newest film. While “Despicable Me” and “Minions” are what I’d call witty and clever, “Sing” was slow-paced and lacked originality. Every...

"A Series of Unfortunate Events," a Netflix original, was released Jan. 15.

Rev Ranks: “A Series of Unfortunate Events” is captivating, chock full of talent

By Abbie Shull January 19, 2017

It’s been 13 thirteen years since I was first captivated by Lemony Snicket’s “A Series of Unfortunate Events.” STARS: 5/5 I was in the fifth grade and my entire class was reading...

Selena Gomez, shown here, is known for her work on Disney's "Wizards of Waverly Place" and her subsequent singing career. 

Selena Gomez cancels world tour, begins dating The Weeknd

By Corrine Pritchett January 19, 2017

Selena Gomez has been in the spotlight since she was 15 when she starred as Alex Russo, the beloved Disney Channel character from “Wizards of Waverly Place.” Gomez is now 24 with a hectic schedule...

Titanfall 2, released Oct. 28, is a first-person video shooter game.

Titanfall 2 is the most overlooked game of 2016

By Jay Cranford January 18, 2017

2016 was a pretty good year for shooters. Overwatch established itself as an eSports title for years to come, DOOM blew everyone’s expectations out of the water, Call of Duty made another solid entry...

The winter premiere of the NBC hit "This is Us" was released Jan. 10. 

Rev Ranks: “This is Us” inspires, can resonate with everyone

By Rachel Rathle January 18, 2017

“This is Us” is relatable and challenges viewers to look beneath the surface of outer appearances. The series seeks to inspire understanding in a world that’s too quick to judge a book...

Ed Sheeran released two new singles Jan. 6 for his album "Divide," to be released in full on March 3. 

Rev Ranks: Ed Sheeran’s ‘Shape of You,’ ‘Castle on the Hill’ offer good insight into upcoming album

By Abby King January 15, 2017

The new year is off to a good start for Ed Sheeran fans with the surprise release of two new singles, “Shape of You” and “Castle on the Hill” from his upcoming album “Divide.” STARS:...

Baton Rouge Gallery will present Surreal Salon 9, featuring artists selected by Greg Simkins.

Annual pop-surrealist art exhibition Surreal Salon 9 on display at Baton Rouge Gallery

By Abby King January 14, 2017

Baton Rouge Gallery opened Surreal Salon 9, an annual art exhibition highlighting the pop-surrealist/lowbrow movement in American Contemporary art, on Jan. 4. The exhibit will be on display until Jan....

'Underworld: Blood Wars' was released in theaters Jan. 6.

Rev Ranks: ‘Underworld: Blood Wars’ adds nothing new to old franchise

By Abbie Shull January 13, 2017

The “Underworld” saga has lost what made it great 14 years ago. STARS: 2/5 The campiness of the first installment of the Kate Beckinsale-led film franchise made for distinctive and entertaining...