Queen Bey doing feminism her way or the highway
Allen J. Schaben
September 17, 2014
Queen Bey is becoming the face of female empowerment. As a self-proclaimed feminist, her role in the media is vital to bringing feminism to mainstream America.Beyoncé Knowles has become a role model for young girls and women alike. She is most recognized for her singing voice; however, her voice of...
Sacramento music festival
Courtesy of McClatchy Tribune
May 11, 2014
For 41 years, the streets of Old Sacramento and nearby downtown venues have played host to one of the area’s largest celebrations of music and its storied culture with a 4-day party that spans the entire Memorial Day weekend. It was originally called the Dixieland Jazz Jubilee, but changed its name to...
Johnny Depp emulates creature in “Transcendence”
Elizabeth DeCicco
April 23, 2014
Other than portraying a relentless, hilarious pirate, an eccentric barber with shears for hands, or the wonderful Mad Hatter, when will Johnny Depp play the role of a cyber-intelligent god?In the new motion picture, “Transcendence,” Depp evolves from a well-known artificial scientist to an unstoppa...
Hip-hop artist Mila J steps out of shadow
McClatchy Tribune
April 9, 2014
In most cases, it is the younger sibling who has to worry about breaking from their older sibling’s shadow of achievements.In Los Angeles native, singer, songwriter, rapper and dancer Jamila’s case’s, younger sister, Jhene Aiko, is the one to beat.Jhene Aiko is gaining a ton of recognition in hip...
Get the job you want with a suitable resume
Elizabeth DeCicco
March 24, 2014
As graduation approaches for some Sacramento State students, feelings of excitement come near, but the overall fear of the employment world also creeps up. Building a resume is the launch of a career after college.Here are the best techniques to advertise your experience and skills to potential employers from the ...
Inspiring imagination to escape everyday struggles
McClatchy Tribune
February 26, 2014
With a movie title like “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty,” it’s not easy to guess what to expect, but it turned out pleasantly surprising, and even inspirational.Walter Mitty, played by Ben Stiller, is a negative assets manager for Life magazine whose life is safe and comfortable. When Mitty lo...
Terry McMillian shares stories and inspiration
McClatchy Tribune
February 9, 2014
“Happy Black History Month, even though I’m black all year long.”And with that, noted author Terry McMillan set the tone for a night full of laughter, wisdom, and insight.On February 6th, the New York Times author of such works as “How Stella Got Her Groove Back” as well as “Waiting to Ex...
Soap operas in South Korea reflect passion and drama
McClatchy Tribune
February 5, 2014
South Korean dramas can be filled with as much comedy or drama as Latin telenovelas or American soap operas, but without the time commitment. American soap operas such as “Days of Our Lives” can be on the air for over 40 yearswhereas South Korean dramas usually run about 16 to 20 episodes in the sp...
MOVIE REVIEW: Emotions run wild in bold truth of ‘12 Years a Slave’
State Hornet Staff
November 13, 2013
Director Steven McQueen’s film “12 Years a Slave” illustrates a rarely told truth about slavery in the United States.Unlike the recently released movie “Django Unchained,” there is not really any forced humor throughout this film. Instead “12 Years a Slave” delivers a more intense image ...
ALBUM REVIEW: Robert Glasper blends jazz with blues, soul, R&B and hip-hop
State Hornet Staff
November 13, 2013
The sound of old jazz successfully blended with pop, blues, soul, R&B and hip-hop is a rare thing to hear among current artists in the music industry.But pianist and producer Robert Glasper – often called the next generation of jazz – pulled it off in 2012 when he won a Grammy Award for best R&B al...
