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2025’s most anticipated films are truly ‘Wicked’

Morgan Warneke, Content Editor January 15, 2025

2025 is proving itself to be an exciting year for film lovers. Looking at what's to come, viewers can predict an influx of reboots, animated adventures and sequels. Going in order by release date, here...

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Stop! I have seen this show before!: The cultural impact of Squid Game 2

Chelsea Bossert, Arts Editor January 15, 2025

The year is 2021, the first season of “Squid Game” — a South Korean action-thriller show — had been released in the fall to much fanfare. The show — other than being a sharp critique of economic...

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Mixed messages flood Ethel Cain’s newest EP ‘Perverts’

Chelsea Bossert, Arts Editor January 15, 2025

Hayden Anhedönia, a.k.a. Ethel Cain, has had a brush with fame and virality over the past few years. One of her first debut singles, “Crush,” off of her 2021 EP “Inbred,” is a triumphant yet sentimental...

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The hottest movies of 2024

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor December 11, 2024

“Wicked” The success of “Wicked" is undeniable. The movie has earned over $360 million at the box office and counting, not to mention the soundtrack and countless brand collaborations. With Ariana...

2025: What's in and what's out

2025: What’s in and what’s out

Morgan Warneke, Content Editor December 11, 2024

As we approach the end of the year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on what we want more of — and less of — in 2025. Think of this as a collective resolution for all of humanity. We have seen what...

Best albums of the decade (so far)

Chelsea Bossert, Arts Editor December 11, 2024

It is the end of 2024, and that means that the 2020s are halfway over. From a decade that has brought us the rise of new pop superstars, the comeback of country music and the fall of rap as music’s darling...

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Chill out over winter break with these gift-giving flicks

Moe Del Rosario, Arts Reporter December 11, 2024

The end of the fall semester provides a break from school, stress and other factors that might be keeping students busy. This, of course, means more time for cozy movie nights with friends and hot chocolate.  Here...

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Kendrick Lamar’s surprise release ‘GNX’ cements him as a West Coast legend

Chelsea Bossert, Arts Editor November 27, 2024

Kendrick Lamar is the greatest rapper of all time, at least that is what he is telling us.  The 37-year-old rapper from Compton, Cali. has recently released a new record — only announcing it 30 minutes...

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Music in Motion: OU students’ thoughts on standout music artists

Daniela Cesario, Features Reporter November 27, 2024

Music fans have plenty to celebrate as two standout artists, Tyler, the Creator and Tate McRae, are dominating headlines with new releases and highly anticipated tours. Both are pushing boundaries, captivating...

The Oakland Post’s favorite albums and songs of 2024

The Oakland Post’s favorite albums and songs of 2024

Chelsea Bossert, Arts Editor November 27, 2024

It is near the end of November which means 2024 is wrapping up. This year has been hailed as the revival of pop music, Kendrick Lamar’s smash-hit diss track “Not Like Us” was the most popular rap...

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Rauw Alejandro is a jack-of-all-trades on new album ‘Cosa Nuestra’

Moe Del Rosario, Arts Reporter November 27, 2024

Puerto Rican artist Rauw Alejandro released his fifth studio album, “Cosa Nuestra,” on Nov. 15, 2024, achieving 34.15 million streams within the first 24 hours on Spotify. “Cosa Nuestra” creates...

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‘Wicked: Part I’ finally arrives: Grande and Erivo shine in a faithful adaptation

Reagan Reetz, Marketing Director November 27, 2024

“Wicked” has been one of Hollywood’s most anticipated adaptations since plans for a movie were announced in 2012. To put that into perspective: if I’d started practicing “Defying Gravity” back...

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