by Kris Harrell Trojan Living Editor A Troy Alum recently starred in a Hulu reality drama that combined her real-life stories with elements of Hollywood magic to bring a unique twist to the genre. “Love in Fairhope,” a Hulu original, is self-described as a unique blend of a reality show and romance that follows five Fairhope, Alabama, women on their journeys through life and romance. One of those five women, Abby Mannich – a Troy alumna from 2013 – has entered back into the dating world after moving back home from…
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The world’s first unknowing celebrity
by Tanner Colvin The first time I ever watched “The Truman Show,” I was only excited because it starred my favorite actor, Jim Carrey. I thought I had seen all of his best work; however, “The Truman Show” had somehow eluded me. Director Peter Weir was planning on casting Robin Williams for the role of Truman Burbank but decided to cast Jim Carrey after seeing his performance in “Ace Ventura.” When this opportunity came to Carrey, he took it to break away from being typecast in comedic roles and establish himself…
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ATEEZ’s song shows listeners to have pride in themselves and to be humble by Lexi Ellison The first time I heard “The Real” by ATEEZ wasn’t on Spotify, or in a friend’s car. I stumbled upon a performance of it on YouTube in the summer of 2021. I’d had a rough day, but the performance enamored me, and I inevitably fell in love with the group’s music. This song in particular is one that brings me joy and comfort, earning a special place. The sound of the music drew me…
Read MoreBest beats for studying
by Kris Harrell Students are looking for ways to keep focused during their late-minute study sessions, and from “Lofi beats to study and relax to” to “NOT LOFI METAL BEATS TO STRESS/CRAM TO,” they are looking for the perfect medium. Maryville University states in the article “Music to Help You Study: Best Playlists for Focus and Memory” that using music to study has multiple benefits. Motivation to study, improving your focus and memorization, and even boosting your mood are just some benefits. “I write essays to video game music,” Lexi…
Read MoreChorale performs at local church
by Belle Johnson The Troy University Concert Chorale let its voice be heard as singers performed at the St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church. The concert was centered around a piece called “Romancero Gitano,” a song originally written as a poem and later put to music for guitar. “One of our guitar faculty, Dr. Robert Gibson, approached me and said, ‘Hey, I have this really cool work that I’ve been dying to play. Would you consider doing a choir?’” said Dr. Scott Sexton, a lecturer of Choral Music. “And I…
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