Browsing: Arts and Entertainment

As heavy winds blew throughout Waco, a bigger storm brewed in the parking lot of The Backyard, which was converted to a stage to hold the 3,000 fans who came to see 17-year-old country phenomenon, Ty Myers.

I had the opportunity today to sit down and chat with Forrest Frank opener, Claire Leslie. Here, we talked about the upcoming show, her story, her inspirations and got to asking some sillier questions, too. If you don’t already know who this rising Christian pop star is, you’re about to. Allow me to present: Claire Leslie.

If you crave songs that are just as much stories as they are catchy tunes, Tunesday is here to give you what you need. Enjoy these country and folk releases from familiar and strange faces alike.

Happy Diadeloso, Bears! While you’re busy with the day’s festivities, here are some electronic, pop and indie jams released this weekend to revisit once you decide to reel it back in.

Walking into Sagrado Cocina & Bar feels like stepping into an intimate garden party wrapped in modern elegance. The lighting is dim and moody, casting soft shadows over a rich palette of deep greens, blush pinks and creamy whites. Oversized floral installations bloom above and around you, adding a romantic, whimsical touch to the sleek, contemporary space.

Baylor University announced this morning that one of the biggest names in Christian contemporary music, Lauren Daigle, will be coming to Baylor to perform at Foster Pavilion in the fall. That makes Daigle the second of a ten-show series that will be taking place at Foster Pavilion over the next two years.

“Malcolm Todd” is a collection of songs that is chock-full of emotions. Whether that be feelings of inadequacy, confidence, longing, betrayal or adoration, Todd masterfully expresses and projects them all into song form. I found that all of my favorites from this album also seemed to be the ones where Todd seemed to be spinning out of control and pouring out his heart. These allow the listener a peek into how he sees, feels and thinks — a picture of beautiful chaos.

At its core, Reacher is a power fantasy. It lets its audience imagine a world where injustice doesn’t go unpunished — where a six-foot-three giant like Reacher can show up and save the day whenever needed. It’s this same fantasy that made season one a smash hit years ago. While season three tries to go back to the same basics that made it popular, it unfortunately falls short of the high standard’s set.

The right playlist is necessary to set the tone for a day like Díadeloso. While the sun is out and classes are canceled, you’ll need the perfect songs to kick your day off right. Start this playlist in the morning before you venture around Waco, and continue to play it all throughout. I hope these tunes put you in the mood for dancing and fun.

From the aisle to the dance floor, these songs will have your wedding party blinking away tears of joy, breaking out the moves on the dance floor and tearing up once again as you drive off with the love of your life.

With Diadeloso just around the corner, I can imagine most Bears are ready to get crazy. But hold up — there’s still work to be done before the fun can be had. So, before you turn up next week, here are some mellow bops to accompany your academics this week.

This Friday, from 7 to 9 p.m., the Barfield Drawing Room will be a drawing room no more. Instead there will be mocktails, hors d’oeuvres, low lights, ironed shirts and some smooth jazz.

One of the biggest new names in Christian contemporary music, Forrest Frank, will be paying a visit to the Foster Pavilion this spring at 7 p.m. on April 22. This concert, which still has tickets ready for the taking, will kick off the first of many musical performances occurring at Baylor over the next two years.

From Karen Carpenter to Adele, female musicians have always had a unique inclination for bringing an emotional essence to the music world by combining emotion and talent with their sound. Here is a list of five current female and non-binary musicians doing just that.

The vibes of this week’s Tunesday are aligning with the sunny, summery weather we’ve been having here in Waco. If you’re looking for some new tunes to flex as you cruise through downtown with the windows rolled down (cold beverage in hand, of course), I got you.

Welcome back, Bears! Whether you spent your spring break skiing in the snowy mountains, sprawled out on sunny, sandy shores or right here in Waco, here are some new songs to help you get back in the swing of things on campus.

Inside, the lights are off, the shelves are empty and the chairs are gone. Huaco Lounge is officially closed for good. The restaurant on Mary Ave. saw a resurgence in business due to completed road construction at the end of summer in 2024, but it hasn’t been able to stay at that rate, said owner Sebastian Reyes.

This spring, Stanton is bringing his passion to a new generation of artists. Throughout March and April, he will hold a weekly introduction to stained glass class where students will learn how to create different suncatchers — ranging from hummingbirds to chickens, dragonflies to tulips. The classes, held on Saturdays from 2-5 p.m., cost $100 per session.