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Kendrick Lamar’s newest album “GNX” was released on Nov. 22. The project was released via pgLang and Interscope Records. (Photo courtesy of pgLang and Interscope Records, graphic created in Canva by Chris D. Johnson)
Kendrick Lamar’s surprise release ‘GNX’ keeps it all the way L.A.
Chris D. Johnson, Staffer • December 8, 2024
Kendrick Lamar surprise-dropped his newest album “GNX” on Nov. 22 via pgLang and Interscope records and announced his 2025 “Grand National” tour with SZA Wednesday.
Sacramento is a great place to spend your holiday season. Make the most of it through events such as the Imaginarium at Cal Expo, the Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink and more. (Graphic made in Canva by Delaney Joyce and Chris D. Johnson)
November nights and December delights: Sacramento’s top 5 festive holiday activities
Chris D. Johnson, Staffer • November 27, 2024
The top 5 things to do in Sacramento this winter include: Imaginarium, Theatre of Lights, Sac Brew Bike’s tour of the Fab 40s, the Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink, Dovewood Court and Rockmont Circle.
Jazz studies director and instructor Greg Johnson (left) leads a saxophonist through a solo during a rehearsal for the 1:30 p.m. Jazz Ensemble in Capistrano Concert Hall Thursday, Nov. 21. Colleague Duncan McElman directs the 3 p.m. Jazz Ensemble, which also performed on Thursday night, Nov. 21.
Jazz Ensembles’ performance swings audience into a new season
Delaney Joyce, Arts & Entertainment Editor • November 25, 2024
Sacramento State’s jazz ensembles performed under the direction of Greg Johnson and Duncan McElman in Capistrano Concert Hall this Thursday night, ushering in a rainy season with upbeat grooves and winter blues.
The promo art for “When We Were Colored: A Mother’s Story” displays a picture of Eva Rutland holding the hands of her eldest daughters, Ginger and Patty-Jo. Most of Eva Rutland’s children were mentioned but never directly shown in the show, since only six actors comprised the cast. (Photo Courtesy of The Guild Theater)
‘When We Were Colored: A Mother’s Story’ flips the script on Black theater narratives
Ismael Martinez Castillo, Staffer • November 20, 2024
“When We Were Colored: A Mother’s Story” written by Playwright Ginger Rutland is a story that focuses on the journey of a middle-class Black woman who grew up in the segregated South. The play then follows her move to Sacramento in 1952 with her family as they navigate life in a more integrated society.
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Theater Rats Ep. #2: Wake up! It’s the ‘Monster House!’
Mateo Davis and Kai Arellano November 13, 2024
Join Kai Arellano and Mateo Davis as they review the 2006 film, ‘Monster House,’ on the second episode of Theater Rats! They discuss their favorite scenes from the movie, give awards for the best performances and where it ranks as a fall film.
Tyler, the Creator’s seventh studio album “CHROMAKOPIA” was released Oct. 28. All songs were composed and produced completely by Tyler himself. (Photo Courtesy of Columbia Records)
Tyler, The Creator lyricizes his race against time on ‘CHROMAKOPIA’
Chris D. Johnson, Staffer • November 8, 2024
Tyler, The Creator released his seventh studio album “CHROMAKOPIA” via Columbia Records and Sony Music Entertainment on Oct. 28.
The cover art for the deluxe edition of Gracie Abrams’ album, “The Secret of Us,” released Oct. 18, 2024. The album is the 25-year-old’s second studio album and has earned massive sales and critical recognition. (Photo courtesy of Interscope Records, graphic created in Canva by Jocelyn Hill)
‘The Secret of Us (Deluxe)’ yearns for love and bolder production
Jocelyn Hill, Copy Editor • November 4, 2024
The recently-released deluxe edition of Gracie Abrams’ album “The Secret of Us” cements the artist as a capable lyricist whose instrumentation lags behind. The additional tracks complete the story of the original album, while the live recordings demonstrate the instrumental backing that Abrams lacks in her studio tracks.
Steven Rutherford and Alan Benjamin Thomas of joan performed at Ace of Spades while opening for MisterWives’ “Just For One Night” tour Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024.
From Little Rock to the big stage: joan shows their musical hands at Ace of Spades
Chris D. Johnson, Staffer • November 4, 2024
Little Rock, Arkansas-based pop duo joan are opening for MisterWives on their “Just For One Night” tour.
Sac State’s Folklórico instructor and choreographer, Osvaldo Ramírez Vidales, stands in front of Shasta Hall Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. Ramírez has been dancing Folklórico for 25 years and has been the sole Sac State Folklórico dance instructor for 15 years.
‘It gives you a sense of freedom’: Sac State Folklórico instructor teaches intersectionality through dance
Delaney Joyce, Arts & Entertainment Editor • October 31, 2024
Sacramento State’s Folklórico instructor and choreographer shares the peaks and valleys of his experience across 15 years as a university instructor and the importance of cultural expression for students at an HSI.
The planetarium connects to and can be accessed by the Ernest E. Tschannen science complex Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024. Planetarium shows cover different topics such as black holes, the birth of stars and how the sky looked during the first Christmas.
Have an astro-nomical day at Sac State’s planetarium with these shows
Alyssa Earnest, Staffer • October 31, 2024
Sacramento State’s planetarium hosts three different shows for attendees to enjoy with themes of the James Webb Space Telescope, Pink Floyd and Queen.
Dustin Burke performs on the Visit Sacramento stage Friday, Oct. 18, 2024. Burke and his band won a battle of the bands known as the GoldenSky Rising Star competition to play the festival. (Courtesy of Danny Wimmer Presents)
‘You do it because you love it’: Performers celebrate their moment as sun sets on GoldenSky
Jack Freeman and Rinn Lee October 24, 2024
Sacramento’s country music festival, GoldenSky, wrapped up at the end of last weekend after providing artists large and small an opportunity to grow their audience.
A large altar sits near the entrance to the California Museum Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. The altar was erected by local restaurateur Ernesto Delgado in honor of his mother.
Día de Los Muertos art exhibit brings color to the afterlife
Michael Pepper and Ismael Martinez Castillo October 24, 2024
The California Museum’s Día de Los Muertos art exhibit celebrates Latinx culture and honors leaders of the past, featuring artists Adrián Arias, Krisztianna, Juan Ramos and John Hancock.
From left to right: guitarist Andy Hershey, vocalist Jon Lundin, and drummer Sage Weeber of pop punk band Point North. Their high-energy performance included both new releases and fan-favorites.
Aftershock is for lovers: Emo and pop punk bands you missed in the 2024 lineup
Analah Wallace, DEI Editor • October 21, 2024
Aftershock 2024 had a long lineup of metal bands to rock out to, and with it came some overlooked staples of the emo and pop punk genres. Here are three you may have missed.
Emo band Saosin performs on the Soundwave stage while an attendee crowd surfs atop a cheering audience at Aftershock festival in Discovery Park on Saturday, Oct. 12. Crowd surfers would be carried to the front of the barricade where festival security would pick up and escort them back to the crowd.
Aftershock’s electrifying underground acts that will kickstart your heart
Delaney Joyce, Arts & Entertainment Editor • October 19, 2024
Aftershock 2024 in Discovery Park hosted over 150 bands over four days last weekend. Some standout underground acts that were featured include Mexican band Descartes a Kant, emerging star Jager Henry and all-female punk band Jigsaw Youth.
Two fans sit listening to a performance Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023. GoldenSky returns to Discovery Park for the third straight year. (Courtesy of Danny Wimmer Presents)
Heads Sacramento, Tails California: GoldenSky offers something for every country fan
Jack Freeman, Editor-in-Chief • October 16, 2024
The GoldenSky Festival returns to Discovery Park in Sacramento with artists ranging from Luke Bryan and Thomas Rhett to The Turnpike Troubadours, the event guarantees something for every country music enjoyer.

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