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BurntXOrange

Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

BurntXOrange

Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

BurntXOrange

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“True Love Will Find You In the End”: Saying goodbye to Daniel Johnston

October 7, 2019

In September 2019, Austin lost it’s very own Daniel Johnston, a singer-songwriter and visual artist behind the iconic “Hi, How Are You” mural. At the age of 58, Johnston passed away in his sleep while dealing with health issues close family said.

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A Conversation with Bong Joon-ho at the University of Texas at Austin

October 7, 2019

Fresh off the premiere and Palm d’Or win for his critically acclaimed film “Parasite”, writer-director Bong Joon-ho sat down with the University of Texas at Austin to discuss the film, his methods of storytelling, and the trajectory of his career thus far.


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Ahead of the Curve: UT students share how they’ve jump-started their careers

October 7, 2019

For most students, college is a time for self-discovery as they enjoy life before needing to commit to a full-time job. Some students, however, see college as the perfect time to cultivate their careers.

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Brittany Howard explores self, spirituality, and sexuality in debut solo album “Jaime”

October 5, 2019

Brittany Howard’s album Jaime is the perfect example of a solo artist being vulnerable and taking risks. Her record employs her powerful voice fans have some to love to tell a story they needed to hear.

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Charli XCX Futurizes Pop Music at Emo’s Austin

October 4, 2019

Charlotte Emma Aitchison is the future of the pop music landscape.

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Cage the Elephant at ACL Live: The Many Personas of Matthew Shultz

October 3, 2019

An erratic Matthew Shultz took the stage last Friday at the Moody Theater. With a dizzying on-stage energy and an overabundance of costume changes, the well seasoned singer proved the decade-old Kentucky band still has plenty vivacity left.

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An Ode to Indigenous Art: Bidding Farewell to Blanton’s Latest Exhibit

October 1, 2019

“Jeffrey Gibson: This Is The Day” opened to the public on July 14, 2019 bringing a breath of fresh air and a splash of vivid color to the Blanton Museum of Art.

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“Fleabag” and the Necessity of Female Rage

September 30, 2019

The raunchy, award-winning British comedy transcends tired antiheroine tropes through its flawless navigation of an individualized, painful and unruly female existence.

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Teen Vogue’s Unforgettable Sweet Sixteen in Austin

July 1, 2019

Teen Vogue turned 16 last month and the New York based magazine traveled all the way to Texas to celebrate its milestone with local influencers and loyal readers at the Line Hotel in downtown Austin.

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Sparking Joy Throughout West Campus

May 14, 2019

It’s time for some spring cleaning! Across the country, people are throwing out their clothes, books and formerly prized possessions, and thanks to author Marie Kondo they’re ecstatic about it.

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Equity in the Age of Legalization

May 14, 2019

Racial minorities – disproportionately targeted in the failed war on drugs – are now being shut out of America’s profitable legal cannabis market, a burgeoning $11 billion-dollar industry dominated by white men.

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6 Binge-worthy Podcasts Being Adapted for TV

May 14, 2019

From true crime, suspense to supernatural thrills, here’s a list of 6 binge-worthy podcasts to listen before they make their TV debut.