Arts - The Spectrum

Patterson’s piece “Swag Swag Krew” featurestextured mannequins on a square platform.She said she wants the piece to make viewersthink about how gender defines clothing.

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UB Center for the Arts exhibit speaks of death, dancehall

By BENJAMIN BLANCHET | Feb. 12, 2017

Ebony G. Patterson uses glamorous accents such as glitter and sparkles to draw viewers into the ideas of gender and death. Patterson, a Jamaican-born artist, created Dead Treez, an intricate exhibit that draws in viewers through lustrous, vivid hues. Patterson’s work opened on Thursday evening in the first floor wing of the UB Art Gallery in the Center for the Arts. The exhibit’s artwork is inspired by Jamaican-style dancehalls.

Zayn and Taylor double up for this power ballad. The song is featured in the upcoming "Fifty Shades Darker" and is among other tunes selected by UB students to get down to this week.

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UB students' favorite songs to put you in 'the mood'

By BRENTON J. BLANCHET | Feb. 9, 2017

Music is a passionate art, fueled by the emotions of the artists who wrote each song. This week’s Spectrum playlist is aimed toward spicing up your love life by helping you get “in the mood.”

UB students have turned to Craigslist, a website often used for buying and selling or job opportunities, to find sexually partners nearby.

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UB students and professors discuss dating through Craigslist and Reddit

By MAX KALNITZ | Feb. 9, 2017

Brian Jones* was browsing Reddit’s UB page looking for single girls to talk to. Once he found a cute girl, he tried to meet up with her in person. Jones, a senior economics major, would try to set up dates in person, but every time he tried to meet her in person, she canceled last minute.

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The Grapevine: Your weekly collection of Buffalo's sonic selections

By BENJAMIN BLANCHET | Feb. 6, 2017

Music fans this week can pick from gigs such as the Red Hot Chili Peppers and get down to the soulfulness of singer Babyface. Whichever sonic route you choose this week, letting loose to these artists will make you forget your scholarly concerns.

Students participating in the UNITY event in the SU Flag Room took pieces of yarn and connected them to poles that expressed ideas of unity and togetherness, something UB prides itself on.

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Unification through art: UNITY project comes to UB to promote connectedness

By BENJAMIN BLANCHET | Feb. 3, 2017

A circle of 15 poles stand in the Student Union flag room. Each pole has signs with identifying statements, such as “I believe in a higher power,” “I identify with no/another political party” and “I live with a disability or chronic illness.”

"Fifty Shades Darker" is set to release on Feb. 10 and should be steamier and darker than its predecessor.

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February movie guide

By DAVID TUNIS-GARCIA | Feb. 3, 2017

While the stars prepare to pat themselves on the back and write their acceptance speeches – where they’ll go on about their political agendas at this year’s ceremony – the actual film releases for the month are pretty bare.

Check out what UB students are listening to, Ed Sheeran’s “Shape Of You” was among student favorites this week.

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Spectrum's playlist of the week

By BRENTON J. BLANCHET | Feb. 3, 2017

It may not feel like spring, but with the second semester ahead it’s time for new experiences, new classes and, of course, new music.

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Rappers coming out of the closet

By BENJAMIN BLANCHET | Jan. 24, 2017

Hip-hop culture has previously failed to treat members of the LGBTQ community with open arms. Recently, the tides in the genre have changed and hip-hop has become fairer to LGBTQ artists.

After years of floating around the music scene, British soul singer Sampha will be dropping his first full-length project Process on Feb. 3.

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Albums to anticipate in 2017

By BENJAMIN BLANCHET | Jan. 14, 2017

Last year was marked by acts like Frank Ocean and Radiohead thoughtfully exhibiting their dexterity through song. Now, 2017 is set to be packed with records by established and rising artists alike. Here’s a peek at what this year will offer.

Buffalonians skating at Canalside during the winter months. Canalside offers many fun winter activities such as skating, ice biking and artisan festivals.

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Chilling in the cold: A guide to fun in the Buffalo winters

By LINDSAY GILDER | Dec. 7, 2016

For many of us, the first thing you hear when announcing your decision to come to Buffalo is the terrible snow.

Elf has earned its spot as one of the most memorable Christmas movies to watch during the holiday season. Will Ferrell’s comedic portrayal as one of Santa’s elves lost in NYC puts a fun twist on classic holiday films.

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Best holiday movies to watch over break

By BENJAMIN BLANCHET | Dec. 7, 2016

Winter break offers up the perfect time to gather around the television and spend time watching movies with family.

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The grapevine: Your weekly collection of Buffalo's sonic selections

By BENJAMIN BLANCHET | Dec. 4, 2016

Finals are now upon us. If you yearn to get away from the heavy workload and intense studying sessions in Capen, consider seeing a concert in the next couple of weeks. Some acts to look out for include singer-songwriter Rick Springfield and soul singers the Platters.

Friday’s choreographing mixer allowed UB dance students to choreograph their own dances and show them off to industry professionals. The event previewed what students may do in the professional work field.

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Dance continues to inspire UB students

By Miranda Albini | Dec. 4, 2016

Haley Bjorn realized she couldn’t live without dance when she was a teenager. It was her passion, her outlet.

Salvatore Natale uses equipment to work on a project. Natale will be graduating in the spring and feels the Media Study department has not prepared him for the real world.

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Finding a focus: UB students and faculty not on same page in Media Study department

By DAVID TUNIS-GARCIA | Nov. 30, 2016

Salvatore Natale will graduate in Spring 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in media study, but he doesn’t think his UB media classes have prepared him to get a job.

The Weeknd’s newest release Starboy is a dazzling step away from his traditional R&B sound. The 18-track album includes features from popular artists including Lana Del Rey, Daft Punk and Kendrick Lamar.

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The Weeknd aims to dazzle

By ANDREW SAFE | Nov. 30, 2016

Since his debut mixtape in 2011, Abel Tesfaye has created a place for himself among pop music’s most popular stars. The Weeknd has invariably watered down his unique style and replaced it with one more tailored for the radio along his journey to stardom. But that doesn’t mean this album isn’t unique.

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The Grapevine: Your weekly collection of Buffalo’s sonic selections

By BENJAMIN BLANCHET | Nov. 27, 2016

Thanksgiving is in the books but not Buffalo’s concert offerings. Some acts stopping by will be R&B artist Tory Lanez and alternative rock band Daughtry. If you’re fresh out of leftovers from Thursday, fill your appetite with some top tier talent coming to the area.

"How to Disappear Completely" from Radiohead's 2000 album Kid A is one of many featured songs on our Finals Weeks playlist. Check out these soothing tunes to help you get through hours of studying and schoolwork.

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Finals week playlist

By ANDREW SAFE | Nov. 21, 2016

Relax your mind with this calming playlist, tailored to take you to a place of clarity – if only for a few moments.

Jazz legend Charles Mingus playing bass on July 4, 1976. Mingus is arguably one of the most influential jazz musicians of all time.

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Spring semester of ’71: Charles Mingus leaves his legacy at UB

By BENJAMIN BLANCHET | Nov. 21, 2016

Charles Mingus’ greatness could be heard echoing throughout the first floor of the old Baird Hall – now Allen Hall – 45 years ago. When it comes to jazz, the late Mingus is one of the first names mentioned.

(From left to right) Lyana Macaluso, Lydia Macaluso and Lauren Gantz make up The Hypnic Jerks. The band is trying to make it big by utilizing the internet as a tool for success.

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The Hypnic Jerks chase stardom on their own terms

By MICHAEL AKELSON | Nov. 21, 2016

Lydia Macaluso was sitting in her Psychology 101 class freshman year when the teacher started lecturing the class about hypnic jerks, an involuntary twitch in your sleep. “She was like, ‘today we’re gonna talk about hypnic jerks,’ and I said ‘the Hypnic Jerks, wouldn’t that be a great name for a band?’” Lydia said.

After a 18 year hiatus, A Tribe Called Quest has come back strong with their newest studio album We Got It From Here… Thank You 4 Your Service. The album, labeled as their last studio album, is the first since the death of Phife Dawg this past March.

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A Tribe Called Quest finally kicks it after 18 year hiatus

By BENJAMIN BLANCHET | Nov. 17, 2016

The hip-hop community mourned the loss of one of its most celebrated rhymers on March 22, 2016. Phife Dawg, longtime rapper for the hip-hop group A Tribe Called Quest, had died from diabetic-related issues.