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The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The iconic red neon sign of Joe's Brewery.

‘This is my legacy’: How students masterminded Joe’s Brewery’s themed nights

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Nov 28, 2023
Olivia Rodrigo released "bad idea right?" on Aug. 11, part of her new album "GUTS," which will release on Sept. 8.

Review | Olivia Rodrigo releases pop-punky single ‘bad idea, right?’

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Aug 26, 2023
The Kid LAROI jumps around the State Farm Center Stage as he opens his set on May 3.

The Kid LAROI infuses State Farm Center with insane energy

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • May 4, 2023

Ebertfest lights up silver screen at Virginia Theatre

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Apr 24, 2023
Nicole Morgan (left) and Matt Hester (right) perform during a dress rehearsal.

‘Sweeney Todd’ receives standing ovation at Parkland College

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Apr 9, 2023
Column | 'The Last of Us' delivers refreshing queer love storylines

Column | ‘The Last of Us’ delivers refreshing queer love storylines

By Kiran Bond and Caroline Sweeney • Apr 4, 2023
On Feb. 24, Housing Co. released their debut studio album "One More Day."

Column | Indie band Housing Co. release debut album

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Mar 30, 2023

Students spotlight professionalism in entertainment industry

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Mar 22, 2023
On Feb. 24, the Jonas Brothers released their single "Wings." This is the first song the group has released together since 2021.

Column | Jonas Brothers release new single ‘Wings’

By Caroline Sweeney and Kiran Bond • Mar 13, 2023

 Niall Horan releases lead single ‘Heaven’ in his third studio album ‘The Show’

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Feb 21, 2023
On Jan. 27, artist Sam Smith released his newest album "Gloria." One song featured on the album "Unholy," won a grammy for Pop Duo/Group Performance with Kim Petras.

Sam Smith sparks controversy with new album ‘Gloria’

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Feb 15, 2023
Celebrity sexuality speculation prompts boundary issues

Celebrity sexuality speculation prompts boundary issues

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Feb 7, 2023
On Jan. 20, Italian rock band Måneskin released their newest album, "Rush!" The 2021 Eurovision winners have garnered top spots on charts across seven different countries.

Italian rock band Måneskin releases third studio album ‘Rush!’

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Jan 31, 2023
With her first single released in over a year, Miley Cyrus claimed the record for most streams in a week in Spotify's history. "Flowers" released on Jan. 13 and by Jan. 19, it had already amassed over 129 million streams, according to Billboard.

Miley Cyrus’ breakup anthem ‘Flowers’ sparks fan theories about ex-marriage

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Jan 24, 2023
Rian Johnson 2022 Netflix Winter release "Glass Onion" is a murder mystery sequel to Johnson's 2019 release "Knives Out" both starring Daniel Craig.

Mystery franchise impresses fans with ‘Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery’

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Jan 9, 2023
Ticketmaster, Taylor Swift fans reflect on ‘Era’s Tour’ presale

Ticketmaster, Taylor Swift fans reflect on ‘Era’s Tour’ presale

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Dec 28, 2022
Elon Musk’s Twitter Blue subscription causes chaos, conflicting opinions, imposters

Elon Musk’s Twitter Blue subscription causes chaos, conflicting opinions, imposters

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Dec 7, 2022
Parkland College Theatre will perform “A Christmas Story” on Dec. 9 and 10.

‘A Christmas Story’ performed by lively cast at Parkland College 

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Dec 5, 2022
Singer Thomas Headon releases his latest single, “Georgia” on Nov. 9.

Australian singer Thomas Headon releases new single ‘Georgia’

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Nov 21, 2022
Best Coffee: Caffe Paradiso

Best Coffee: Caffe Paradiso

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Nov 4, 2022
Best Burger: Farren’s Pub

Best Burger: Farren’s Pub

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Nov 4, 2022
Best Bathroom: Siebel Center for Design

Best Bathroom: Siebel Center for Design

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Nov 4, 2022
Taylor Swift releases her 10th studio album “Midnights” on Friday. The album was released on midnight with “Midnights (3am Edition)" being released three hours after.

‘Midnights’: Taylor Swift releases album recounting her sleepless nights

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Oct 26, 2022
Why we’re under the influence of influencers

Why we’re under the influence of influencers

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Oct 19, 2022
Taylor Swift releases her 10th studio album “Midnights” on Friday. The album was released on midnight with “Midnights (3am Edition)" being released three hours after.

‘Midnights’: Taylor Swift set to release 10th studio album Oct. 21

By Caroline Sweeney, Staff Writer • Oct 13, 2022
People browse and take in the environment that The Literary offers. The bookbar, located on Neil Street in downtown Champaign, celebrated their one year anniversary on Oct. 6.

The Literary celebrates 1st birthday in C-U

By Caroline Sweeney, Contributing Writer • Oct 10, 2022
Stephanie Mosqueda, sophomore in Media, views different photographs from photographer Jess T. Dugan’s exhibit featured in the “Artists’ Alley” at the McKinley Church & Foundation on Thursday.

Artists’ Alley captures transgender representation through photography

By Caroline Sweeney, Contributing Writer • Oct 4, 2022
Artist Charlie Puth releases single “I Don’t Think That I Like Her" that will be featured in his upcoming album "CHARLIE" that will be released on Oct. 7.

Charlie Puth releases catchy tune from upcoming album

By Caroline Sweeney, Contributing Writer • Sep 26, 2022