Established in 1993 by Ann Abadie, the then-associate director of the Center for the Study of Southern Culture, and Richard Howorth, the owner of Square Books, the Oxford Conference for the Book has become an integral part of the thriving literary scene in Oxford. Drawing a literary crowd of both established and up-and-coming writers, poets, novelists, bookmakers, book...
“Khalifa” is more than just an album: it’s an experience. Wiz Khalifa made a quiet yet infectious statement in releasing his most recent album, “Khalifa.” Yes, Wiz refers to drug use throughout the album’s entirety. Shocker, I know— but this album is more than just the lyrics. You can actually feel his music throughout “Khalifa.” Wiz’s...
Today marks an extra day on the calendar on which students forced to attend classes at the University of Mississippi. Every four years, a phenomenon befalls man as an imparity between the solar system and the Gregorian calendar that grants us an extra 24 hours, known across the world as Leap Day. This oddity happens because the Earth’s orbit around the sun lasts, in...
Tonight, Oxford will celebrate the return of Kurt Vile. Vile has played in Oxford once before, and has recently seen large success with the release of his new album, “b’lieve i’m goin down.” The album is filled with oxymoronic quips that give light to deeper meaning. On “Pretty Pimpin’,” he ponders through an existential crisis to a folk beat, but coolly...
Monday 8 p.m. – Kurt Vile and The Violators with Spacin’ – Proud Larry’s 8:30 p.m. – Trivia Night – The Blind Pig 9:30 p.m. – DJ Night – Rooster’s Tuesday 9:30 p.m. – Open Mic Night – Rooster’s Wednesday 23rd Oxford Conference for the Book – Center for the Study of Southern Culture 3 p.m. – Ole Miss Baseball...
The movies that premiered in 2015 aren’t the only thing generating Oscar buzz. Another year of ‘whiteout’ nominations has ignited a cry for diversity, including a group of celebrities boycotting this year’s award ceremony. Meanwhile, the plebeians can get kicks and giggles by trying to make sense of the brain teaser that is predicting who will take home golden...
For many avid film lovers, parties will be held in order to celebrate Hollywood’s biggest night. If you’re planning on throwing your own, here are a few unique food and drink ideas that will help bring the glitz and glamour of Oscar night to your home. Cheese and Cracker Tuxedos This simple recipe only needs three ingredients: Laughing Cow cheese wedges, olives and...
