April 25, 2025
The Runaways: Pioneers of Alt-Girl Rock
The Runaways were a groundbreaking all-girl rock band that burst onto the scene in the mid-1970s, shattering expectations and paving the way for future generations of women in rock music. Formed in Los Angeles in 1975, the group featured teenage members Joan Jett (rhythm guitar/vocals), Lita Ford (lead guitar), Cherie Currie (lead vocals), Sandy West (drums), and Jackie Fox (bass). Their gritty sound blended punk energy with hard rock riffs, creating a raw, rebellious style that challenged the male-dominated music industry. Though their time together was relatively short, with the band releasing just four studio albums before disbanding in 1979, their impact was lasting. Songs like “Cherry Bomb” became anthems of youthful defiance, and their unapologetic presence onstage helped redefine what rock could look and sound like.
Despite their talent and charisma, The Runaways struggled to gain mainstream traction in the U.S., in part due to industry sexism, marketing challenges, and a culture that wasn’t ready to embrace young women playing aggressive rock music. They were often dismissed as a novelty act rather than taken seriously as musicians. While The Runaways never fully broke through in the U.S. mainstream during their heyday, they found a passionate fan base overseas and have since earned a cult following. Their legacy lives on through the solo careers of members like Joan Jett and Lita Ford, and through the doors they kicked open for women in rock. Bold, loud, and fearless, The Runaways weren’t just a band — they started a girl revolution. After the band split, Joan Jett went on to become a rock icon with hits like “Bad Reputation” and “I Love Rock ‘n Roll,” while Lita Ford carved out a successful solo career in the 1980s as a heavy metal star, known for tracks like “Kiss Me Deadly” and her duet with Ozzy Osbourne, “Close My Eyes Forever.” Cherie Currie also pursued a solo career and acting, and Sandy West continued to perform until her passing in 2006. Their legacy lives on through their music, their fearless energy, and the doors they kicked open for women in rock. Bold, loud, and unapologetic, The Runaways weren’t just a band — they started a girl revolution.
The Dragon Age (DA) series has been close to my heart for many years. Its rich lore, complex characters, and incredibly immersive storytelling have given me countless hours of adventure and emotional engagement. Each game in the series provides a unique experience and a new main character to customize and control. Through every story, you can choose to be a specific race (Human, Elf, Qunari, Dwarf) and class (Warrior, Rogue, Mage), and you get to romance your companions! The game choices are very story-driven, so an option you take could affect the entire storyline, and ultimately, the fate of the world.
The Elder Scrolls is a beautiful world, rich with life, chaos, and magic. We see as much in the games, with almost constant world ending catastrophes, events not fully understood, and legendary warriors disappearing just as fast as they emerged. One thing, however, is not understood by many: the pantheons, planes, and the creation of the universe.
When it comes to video games, one of the main traits I’ve always searched for is the allowance of exploration. I want to dive into a world that can keep me focused on a single goal and not hold my hand while I work to achieve that goal. And that’s where Nintendo’s Metroid franchise comes into play. First appearing on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986, Metroid is a space action-adventure series that prides itself on complex world layouts that are chock full of puzzles, secrets, and a bit of horror sprinkled on top.
When people think about self-care, they might think about consistent routines. They may think of self-care as rooted in their image, adjusting themselves based on others’ perceptions and, along their self-care journey, forgetting to be happy. But you don’t need others’ approval to take care of your mental health. Here’s a list of some odd but fun things to do to feel good, in my personal opinion.
The denim-on-denim trend is making a delightful comeback in Spring 2025, offering a fun and modern twist on the classic “Canadian tuxedo.” This season, designers are playfully embracing layered denim looks with fresh silhouettes, exciting washes, and creative styling techniques that render this trend more versatile and approachable than ever!
This week, I felt like a crustacean, under a whole lot of pressure, and I needed a laugh. Luckily, a memory struck me. The memory of LOBSTER WAR! So that is precisely what I will be talking about today.
In 1999, history was made with the premiere of the Nickelodeon cartoon SpongeBob Squarepants. Created by Stephen Hillenburg, the show stars SpongeBob and follows all the adventures he goes on with his friends in the ocean city of Bikini Bottom. Ever since the show came out, it has taken over the airwaves, and it has stayed like that for over 25 years. One way that the show has stayed so relevant was through memes.
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Their challengers tonight, however, have yet to meet their match. They’ve been through multiverses, heisted alien treasure, and laid waste to planets at a time. If science could believe in a god, It would believe in this scientist. Tonight’s challengers, In the corner, as blue as Rick’s hair, are Rick and Morty from their show of the same name. There’s Rick, with his seemingly infinite knowledge, and Morty, with his teenage angst, unstable hormones, and probably PTSD from what Rick has put him through. This duo isn’t simply formidable: they’re downright dangerous.