Image taken from Garden&Gun

Artist of the Month: Brittney Spencer

October Artist of the Month, Brittney Spencer, is crafting her own unique place in the predominantly white and historically conservative world of country music. Born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, her early experiences in gospel music and church choirs laid the foundation for her soul-stirring, emotive performances. Who is Brittney Spencer? And how did she get on so many country music mega stars’ radar? 



Image taken from MattelDolls
ENTERTAINMENT

History of: Monster High dolls

What other doll brand in recent memory has taken over the world by storm as soon as it hit shelves? One that manages to captivate audiences from children to adults alike? There is still more to be written in Monster High’s story. As we approach spooky season, here’s a look into the history of the distinctive and unprecedented doll franchise: Monster High. 



Caden Johnson speaking with Ty Bryant after Ball State's 44-14 loss to Kentucky Sept. 2 at Kroger Field. Johnson went to Fredrick Douglas High School in Lexington, Kentucky, with Bryant. Mya Cataline, DN
FOOTBALLL

“It looks good on us”

Caden’s girlfriend, Kiara Henderson, grew up with Caden in Lexington, but now attends the University of the Cumberlands in Williamsburg, Kentucky. After making multiple five hour drives to visit Caden at Ball State, she said the two-hour drive to their hometown to support her partner felt like nothing. 


FOOTBALL

'A great test'

Although Ball State has never defeated an SEC opponent, the Cardinals have high expectations heading into their week one contest against Kentucky. Ball State is set to face off against the Wildcats at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky, at Noon Sept. 3, where the spread has the Cardinals as 26.5-point underdogs.



Redshirt freshman tight end Brady Hunt celebrates scoring a touchdown in the homecoming game against Eastern Michigan Oct. 22, 2022 at Scheumann Stadium. Hunt scored one touchdown during the game. Amber Pietz, DN
FOOTBALL

Hungrier than ever

Coming off a 5-7 season in 2022, the Cardinals are looking to ‘accomplish something great’ behind a revamped offense and an anchored defense. Ball State is set to face off against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky, at Noon Sept. 3, where the spread has the Cardinals as 26.5-point underdogs.


Senior linebacker Clayton Coll runs onto the football field before a game against Murray State Sept. 17, 2022 at Scheumann Stadium. Amber Pietz, DN
FOOTBALL

Hungrier than ever

Despite a tough early schedule and major roster changes, Ball State is hungrier than ever for success in 2023. Ball State is set to face off against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky, at Noon Sept. 3, where the spread has the Cardinals as 26.5-point underdogs.


BYTE

The Best Taylor Swift Album

Swiftes, unite, unite, UNITE!! Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour kicked off in Swift City, Arizona on Friday, Mar. 17, 2023. This tour is a celebration of Swift's incredible catalog of all the amazing songs that she has given to the Swifties over the years, From Fearless to Midnights. She is one of those rare artists who can make a song personable and relatable. For those still struggling to get tickets, or didn’t get tickets, don’t worry, we can still enjoy her music from afar. In honor of her Eras tour kicking off, here are Swift’s best albums gifted to us over the years. 



Taken from SoundCloud
BYTE

Artist of The Month: Coco Jones

Looking for an up and coming artist for Women’s History Month? South Carolina native, Coco Jones is an artist on the verge of superstardom. She was previously known for playing a rising popstar, Roxie Andrews, on the hit Disney Channel original movie Let It Shine, which premiered in 2012. Today, you can hear her single "ICU" on her new EP What I Didn't Tell You, which was released on January 20th, 2023.







This Week's Digital Issue


Loading Recent Classifieds...