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Lilli Grace Barden, River and Rail fill The Well with love
On Feb. 3, River and Rail took the stage as The Well Coffeehouse filled with support from friends and classmates. The night was filled with an abundance of love songs, perfect to kick off Valentine’s season. Grace Fincher, senior commercial music major, and her husband Alex Fincher make up the folk duo River and Rail. Playing songs that highlighted the couple’s lyricism accompanied by a melancholy acoustic guitar, this show was a showcase of all things River and Rail. The duo captivated the crowd with original songs ranging from love songs — perfect for Valentine’s day — to songs inspired by nature, family and diving into the mind of oneself. …
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Music makes things “Alright”
Lipscomb’s gospel choir has been on fire as of late. The young group formed by Dr. Aaron Howard, has been shot into the spotlight with their song “Alright”. This song is a cover of the 1995 “He’ll make it Alright” by Victor Johnson & Free from the album Sacrifice of Praise. The Gospel Choir made their Spotify debut on Jan. 13 with “Alright” and uploaded a music video of the song which has eclipsed more than eight thousand views. David Green, a junior Worships Arts major from Arlington, VA, has been part of the gospel choir since its inception in 2021. Green mentioned how fresh the group was just a…
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‘Missing’ mixes modern tech and mystery
Over the weekend, I searched for a movie that would follow up an exciting day of NFL playoff divisional action. My search would ultimately lead me to Missing, a newly-released film created by debut directors Nick Johnson and Will Merrick that was surprisingly good. Typically, January is a slower month in terms of movie releases. However, this movie excels at combining the modernness of today’s world with the thrill of an adrenaline-rushing mystery. The film begins with a video archive that features a young June (Storm Reid) playing with her since-deceased dad, James (Tim Griffin). Following the emotional introduction, it is learned that June’s mother, Grace (Nia Long), is preparing to…
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Lipscomb’s “Gift to Nashville”
Lighting of the Green is an annual Lipscomb event marking the start of the Christmas season. It has been a popular tradition at Lipscomb for 18 years, extending its reach not only to those affiliated with Lipscomb but also citizens of the Nashville area. Lighting of the Green has always been a free event where all are welcomed with open arms. It includes festivities for all ages such as family pictures with Santa, Merry Marketplace, and performances from Amy Grant, Lipscomb choirs, and other special guests. “The Lighting of the Green is Lipscomb’s gift to Nashville,” Dr. Jimmy McCollum, Lipscomb alum and Professor of Communication, said. Michael Tait of Newsboys…
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“Crazy for You” causes cheers
Lipscomb University’s College of Entertainment in the Arts opened its fall musical “Crazy for You” this weekend. This comedy set in the 1930s had the audience rolling with laughter on opening night. Protagonist Bobby Child is an up-and-coming performer pursuing his debut on the stage in 1930s New York. After a twist of fate, he is sent on a mission to Nevada to foreclose a rundown theatre on behalf of his family bank. Upon arrival, he meets the beautiful and talented Polly. She and her father ironically are the owners of the theatre on the brink of foreclosure. Out of desperation to prove his love for Polly and his interest…
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Lipscomb Department of Theater Presents: Crazy For You
A timeless spectacle brought to life on the Collins Alumni Auditorium stage
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Candy, costumes and live music at The Well
On the night of the 28th, The Well Coffeehouse hosted a Halloween Showcase filled with coffee, candy and a stellar lineup featuring a few of Lipscomb’s own. From the spooky decor to the fantastic costumes, the room filled with excitement as familiar faces took the stage. Kelle Cates, one of the student performers, says “I always enjoy doing shows near campus… I hope to do more live band shows where students are able to get there easily and have a good time!” People slowly made their way to the coffeeshop as the night went on. Nearing the final few performances, a good-sized crowd had gathered in support of their fellow…
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Community behind the scenes of the Dove Awards
Community. It is something everyone longs for no matter the age, gender, race, or socioeconomic status. We were created by God with an inborn longing for fellowship with others. We were not made to live this life alone. However, we live in a self-seeking world that tells us we need to be fully independent– that we need to stand out from others. We are taught that if we want to climb the ladder, we need to be fierce and self-driven; it is the survival of the fittest. Oftentimes, this is the case in the music industry as well. Artists want to make a name for themselves and are willing to…
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Winans, Wilson dominate at Doves
Lipscomb hosted the 53rd annual Dove Awards at Allen Arena Tuesday, welcoming the Gospel Music Association (GMA) and honoring its picks for the best Christian music and entertainment across various genres. Chris Tomlin and Erica Campbell were the hosts of GMA’s flagship event, while other stars such as TobyMac, Maverick City Music, and Phil Wickham graced the stage at Allen Arena during the performance. Lipscomb prepared for the event by completely transforming the Student Activities Center. Completely decked out with a red carpet, a press room, and interview booths, it was a hive of hype hardly recognizable to students. The day started around 3:30 p.m. when artists, presenters and more…
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Small Business Bash promotes opportunity, charity
The Honors College at Lipscomb will host a Small Business Bash on the lawn of the Honors House October 20th from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Fifteen percent of the total revenue from each student business will be given to Book’em; a nonprofit promoting childhood literacy. Many young entrepreneurs know the difficulty of finding a location to sell their products. Through the Small Business Bash, creative students will receive a space to sell their products and promote their brands around campus. One major benefit of face-to-face selling is the interpersonal connections the consumer gains with the creator. Additionally, buyers can physically handle the products rather than buy the product online…
