Writer: Jenny Bourque
New rule forbids Netflix films from being eligible at Cannes Film Festival
The Netflix-Cannes Film Festival debate highlights a burgeoning war within the film industry between the preservation of film culture and artistic expression and accessibility. Read More »
The Academy Awards’ list of nominees lacks women representation
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced this year’s Academy Awards nominees — and unsurprisingly, the list has a disheartening lack of women. Read More »
Add these lesser-known Oscar contenders to your queue this Thanksgiving break
This Thanksgiving break, switch it up with some of these lesser-known films. Read More »
Dakota Johnson returns to her indie roots after '50 Shades' trilogy
Since finishing the “Fifty Shades of Grey” series, actress Dakota Johnson has transitioned to more serious indie movie roles. Read More »
‘A Star is Born’ fails to utilize Lady Gaga’s star power
While Lady Gaga’s performance in “A Star is Born” is a triumph, Hollywood’s obsession with remaking classic films is not. Read More »
Experience a play within a play, plot twists and musical numbers at Syracuse's local theaters
If you're not into movies, there are plenty of options in the theater scene this summer for those looking for a few hours of entertainment. Read More »
Take a trip to some of Syracuse’s coolest sites — the museums
If you don't know how to spend the occasional summer day check out Syracuse's local museums. Read More »
Bourque: Cheat Codes may have hacked the game that is Mayfest
Mayfest and Block Party was an overall good concert set, despite Mayfest headliner Vic Mensa's cancellation. Read More »
As Gorillaz transitions into the mainstream, we should all start paying attention
Columnist Jenny Bourque highlights the upcoming album, festival, tour and TV show coming from Gorillaz after a six-year hiatus. Read More »
Bourque: 'Big Fish' was campy, delightful and heartwarming all at the same time
Music columnist Jenny Bourque enjoyed First Year Players' "Big Fish" almost as much as the friends and family of the actors themselves. Read More »
With her Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, Queen of Folk Joan Baez sees the opportunity for activism
Music columnist Jenny Bourque rejoices in Joan Baez's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, while also recognizing the singer's remaining potential in a time that needs her voice Read More »
The significance of artists taking years-long breaks between album releases
The process of putting out an album is exhausting to say the least, and columnist Jenny Bourque explores this trend from the past and present. Read More »
Bourque: ‘OK Computer’ revived the idea of the concept album, defied expectations in popular music
Columnist Jenny Bourque reflects on significance of Radiohead’s album “OK Computer” as it turns 20 this year. Read More »
Bourque: Chance the Rapper put his money where his mouth is, other artists should too
Chance the Rapper's $1 million donation to Chicago Public Schools shows the kind of positive change celebrities can make. Read More »
Chuck Berry, the man behind rock and roll just died. Here's why his legacy continues.
The passing of Chuck Berry is bad news for everyone, and columnist Jenny Bourque explains why. Read More »
Jay-Z says radio is losing its effectiveness and relevance in music
Jay-Z argues that radio is becoming less important to the music industry, and music columnist Jenny Bourque can back his claim. Read More »
Ringo Starr’s latest gives hope to classic rock fans
Ringo Starr’s newest solo album won’t be amazing, but his place in history makes it noteworthy. Read More »
Bourque: Atlanta rapper Russ rules Goldstein Auditorium during Bandersnatch
University Union hosted its first Bandersnatch concert of the semester Friday night in Goldstein Auditorium. Rapper Russ headlined the show. Read More »
Music & Memory is changing how doctors treat memory-related diseases in the elderly
Music has always helped people emotionally, but columnist Jenny Bourque looks into an organization using that for their benefit Read More »
Prince’s music on Spotify makes us wonder about the resistance against streaming services
Now that Prince is available on streaming services, columnist Jenny Bourque wonders how long until the rest of the remaining hesitant artists follow. Read More »
Bourque: I don't know anything about EDM, but I loved seeing it live
Music columnist Jenny Bourque went to her first EDM concert ever -- and she loved it. Read More »
40 years after Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumours,' Stevie Nicks is still one of rock's biggest icons
Despite Fleetwood Mac being a thing of the past, columnist Jenny Bourque believes Stevie Nicks is still a force to be reckoned with. Read More »
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame? More like Hall of Same
With the 2017 class set in stone, it's time to take a look at who is choosing the inductees for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. They could use some diversity. Read More »