I have a genetic propensity towards eating cold leftovers while standing in front of the fridge for breakfast. My preference for tuxedo cats comes from my mother’s side. Although rare, there is a gene variant that allows one to enjoy the second Indiana Jones movie. I do not possess that gene. 95% of people … [Read more…]
The Downs on Southern Manners, Laughing Through the Pain, and Their New Americana Sound
Atlanta-born musician Jenn Downs is a thoughtful storyteller with a punk rock sensibility, who breaks your heart and makes you laugh in equal measure. Along with her band mate and partner Koby Downs, they are a bold duo, making acoustic Americana indie rock that borrows from the best of that genre and bleeds raw, original folk … [Read more…]
20 Songs to Get Out the Vote
As the election nears, here’s your motivational playlist. Let’s rock the vote for a feminist future. You can listen to these songs and more on Unsweetened: A Playlist for a Feminist Future on Spotify. Rising Appalachia, “Resilient” “These times are poignant. The winds have shifted. It’s all we can do. To stay uplifted.” … [Read more…]
The Hate Experienced, The Expectant Hope
There is not anything necessarily everyday about racism, unless you happened to be black or brown. The network MSNBC months ago aired “Everyday Racism” a town hall that included segments from African Americans voicing their truths and experiences with racism, bigotry, and hate. The emotional toll of racism and acts of bias pulsed through the … [Read more…]
This Year’s Confusing “Sexy” Costumes- 2018 Edition
by Taryn Cooksey For a few years, I would routinely post a massive update to Facebook with the most confusing sexy costumes I found online that year. This year I have access to a magazine and can project my snark to a much wider audience. Yes, I know you’ve probably already read like three of … [Read more…]
Who’s Playing Manifest III? GeeXella
In its third year, Manifest is once again offering a bold and diverse lineup of bands and artists, highlighting the many femme, trans, and non-binary folks making music today, yet underrepresented in most music festivals. It is anti-corporate, features 25 bands, and runs for two days starting tonight in Chapel Hill. As a proud media sponsor for Manifest III, Unsweetened … [Read more…]