Reviews

Insight: Experiencing Dreamy Draw Festival as a first-time festival goer

Watching the Lumineers and Vampire Weekend perform live for the first time widened my view of music festivals.

By Pippa Fung | November 9, 2025

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Review: Kamala Harris' '107 Days' raises the question of what if?

The historical significance of the 2024 presidential campaign is explored through former Vice President Kamala Harris' lens in her new book, '107 Days.'

By Emma Bradford | October 1, 2025

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Review: Sabrina Carpenter's 'Man's Best Friend' is all bark and no bite

With such a rapid turnover, comparisons to "Short n' Sweet" hurt the album's popularity among fans. 

By Jazlyn Gonzales | September 3, 2025

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Flame On: 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' brings a sense of freshness — but does not fully ignite

With no more MCU movies coming out for another year, "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" provides a good film to keep fans engaged until then.

By Jack McCarthy | July 30, 2025

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Review: Tyler, The Creator's latest project is a masterclass in motion

A reporter reviews the impact of Tyler, the Creator's newest album. 

By Sam Troester | July 28, 2025

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Review: 'Thunderbolts*' shocks audiences, brings spark back to MCU

With an in-depth look at mental health and its effect on Earth's mightiest anti-heroes, "Thunderbolts*" brings a sense of realness back to the MCU.

By Jack McCarthy | May 11, 2025

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Review: Playboi Carti's 'MUSIC' brings new sounds to fans, but was it worth the wait?

TL;DR: Carti debuts a new sound and flexes his versatility in a 30+ track experience, but in doing so the album lacks a cohesive identity.

By Sam Troester | March 27, 2025

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The Echo's picks: Some non-Bob Dylan folk musicians you should check out

For fans of Bob Dylan and Joan Baez, here are some other folk artists you might have missed.

By Eleri Mosier | February 6, 2025

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Review: 'One of Them Days' is a fun, classic throwback to '90s buddy movies

The 2025 comedy about two girl best friends who unseriously deal with a very serious task.

By Gokul Achaththekoot | January 22, 2025

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Review: 'Queer' by Luca Guadagnino is a surrealist take on identity and isolation

Luca Guadagnino's experimental film adaptation of "Queer" tastefully depicts loneliness and longing.

By Natalia Jarrett | December 20, 2024

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Review: 'Y2K' is an unhinged blast from the past bringing the millennial nightmare to life

The anticipated film is likely to be a hit with nostalgia-consumed Gen Z.

By Jazlyn Gonzales | December 6, 2024

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Review: 'Melania' is a look into the extravagant life of the woman herself, not just the persona

The New York Times Best-Selling book showcases the complicated person that Melania really is. 

By Emma Bradford | November 21, 2024

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Review: 'Anora' dazzles audiences with thrills and rhinestones

The film, starring Mikey Madison and directed by Sean Baker, will be in theaters nationally on Nov. 1.

By Natalia Jarrett | October 29, 2024

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These bagels are everything: Top 5 bagel shops near ASU campus

Discover some of the most delicious, authentic bagels near ASU campus.

By Eleri Mosier | October 29, 2024

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Review: 'Smile 2' is fun, but a similar take on the original horror film

As the smile curse continues to spread, Naomi Scott must face her trauma to successfully stop the curse.

By Gokul Achaththekoot | October 18, 2024

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Review: 'We Live in Time' is an honest and hopeful ode to family and passion

Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield deliver strong performances in the highly anticipated A24 film. 

By Andrew Dirst | October 17, 2024

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'Longlegs' only scares some, sowing division among horror fans

A brand new, viral horror film sparks discussion on marketing, 'camp,' and more.

By Andrew Dirst | July 29, 2024

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Students talk 'Saltburn': Thoughts on the unconventional film

"Saltburn" has taken over social media as a must-watch movie, exploring complex themes and vast struggles in a nontraditional way.

By Gokul Achaththekoot | January 24, 2024

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Streaming wars: Does anyone win?

When our favorite shows die, a part of us dies with them, especially after only one season. Ultimately, viewers lose the most in this streaming war.

By Marissa Armstrong | February 16, 2023

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Review: 'Jesus Christ Superstar' is a lot of buzz

The 50th-anniversary touring production of “Jesus Christ Superstar” playing ASU Gammage from Jan. 31 to Feb. 5 is a glittery revival, making up for its lack of depth with feverish energy.

By Shri Swaminathan | February 3, 2023

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