Alternative rock band Weathers rocked Kilby Court on Sunday, Oct. 17 with their 2021 album release “Pillows & Therapy,” reminding the poser community to party post-early COVID-19 restrictions.

Kilby Intimacy

Kilby Court is the epitome of the Salt Lake City concert scene, made famous by Utah-based group The Backseat Lovers with their quintessential anthem “Kilby Girl.” 

The sticker-covered cave welcomed the Weathers quartet, comprised of vocalist Cameron Boyer, bassist Brennen Bates, drummer Cole Carson and guitarist Cameron Olsen, matching their iconic 80s-synth-meets-2000s-emo sound harmoniously.

Openers Aaron Taos with his impressive alternative reverb and Kenzo Cregan with his postclassic rock sound prepped the crowds for the Weathers’ set.

Kregan performed hit track “Ginger Ale,” co-written with Boyer and Olsen from Weathers, and shocked listeners with an unreleased song entitled “Fake Flowers.” Brooklyn-based artist Taos struck listeners with deep lyricism: “This is a nice little room.”

Mental Health and Melodies

Weathers is no stranger to mental health discourse, and fittingly enough the set opened with a fake therapy session recording with the effervescent phrase, “How does that make you feel?” repeating over and over.

As soon as the opening chords to hit track “C’est La Vie” were struck, the crowd’s voices rose in tune to the thick bassline. “We don’t get what we need,” sings Boyer in “C’est La Vie.” “Wish I could press restart, I don’t mean to get dark but I guess that’s just life.”

Although the lyrics deal with heavy topics, listeners emotionally ebbed and flowed to the band’s upbeat rhythms. “This one goes out to anyone who also experiences anxiety,” Boyer said before performing, furthering the band’s notion that music can heal.

Poser anthem tracks “Rehab” and “I’m Not Ok” caused an uproar, and when the heat from dancing bodies became too much to bear, the only salvation was the venue’s open door that flooded the crowd with cool October air. 

In with the Crowd

Weathers’ performance set the bar for intoxicating stage presence. Boyer is no stranger to theatrics, as he danced feverishly around the stage and lunged onto amps. At one point, Boyer split the audience into two sections that competed for the loudest singing and later made the audience crouch to the floor before exploding to a classic Weathers chorus drop.

The band is intimate with their crowd to the point where the audience’s energy fuels the band’s performance, almost as if we were in it together.

Midway, a small child no older than four waddled his way to the front of the stage with his crouching father and a fist pumping to the beat, propelling the passionate audience environment.

Lighting effects strobed with the band’s beat, illuminating Weathers, Kilby’s walls and even the audience. Kilby Court shone red during track “American Dream,” and faded as the band switched into a cover of “We Will Rock You” by rock music legends Queen. 

Weathers’ stage presence and audience engagement propelled a wonderful and flashy evening in Salt Lake City. And, for those who couldn’t make the event, Weathers’ new album “Pillows & Therapy” is streaming now.

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The Boston University field hockey team lost, 1-0, to No. 13 Harvard University on Monday night.

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From ordering your first pumpkin spice latte of the season to finding the perfect costume, trick or treat yourself to some fun, local Halloween activities this month.

Harvest Holler Corn Maze 

Nov. 14 : Sit back, relax and sip a refreshing glass of homemade sweet-tea on a tour of the luscious scenery around Harvest Holler Farm on their family favorite hayride. Then, get lost in the corn maze on the way to a game of miniature golf or even learn how to tadpole fish.

Zombie Paintball Halloween Hunt 

Face the undead at Anderson Farm’s annual Paintball Halloween Hunt. At the hunt, each team must race to save the Snowbrier Containment Facility with their very own speciality zombie slaying equipment before it’s too late. 

Booger Mountain Lakeland Pumpkins 

Oct. 15-31: While they’re known for their Christmas trees, pick some of the biggest (or smallest) pumpkins, gourds or squash at Booger Mountain. Grown in North Carolina, these handpicked pumpkins are a perfect piece of fall to spice up dorm decor.

Halloween Horror Nights

Celebrate Universal Studios’ 30th annual Halloween Horror Night getting lost in the ten haunted houses and soul-snatching scare zones around the park. Ride attractions exclusive to the event- such as Diagon Alley in Harry Potter World, Revenge of the Mummy, Men in Black: Alien Attack and more. 

Howl-O-Scream

Already been to Universal? Prolong the exhilarating experience at Howl-O-Screams with Cirque X- Scream, a performance filled with jaw dropping flips and tricks bound to excite. Afterwards, visit the park’s three new haunted houses: Witch of the Woods, The Forgotten and Cell Block Zombies. 

Scream N Stream Haunted Drive Thru 

Pile up some friends in the car and head to the Oviedo Mall for Scream N Stream Haunted Drive Thru. Each car must seep their way through the ominous fog, defending themselves with laser guns from terrifying zombies and clowns that may creep along the ride. 

Freakfest Music Festival 

Oct. 15: Jump back into concert season with an unforgettable seven hour tribute to the most unusual night of the year. This EDM festival hosted at the Central Florida Fairgrounds Warehouse will feature world renowned DJs such as Zomboy, Wooli, Inzo and Benda for one night and one night only.

An Eerie Evening at the Tampa Bay Hotel Henry B. Plant Museum 

Oct. 22-23: After the body of a helpless woman was found, it’s up to each team to break the perilous chokehold that’s dominated the hotel for 129 years. Teams must work to piece together evidence and clues dispersed around the room to prevent the fall of future victims. 

Lighted Halloween Boat Parade Riverwalk, Tampa 

Oct. 30: On a lighter note, watch spectacular displays of dazzling lights float across the water as they compete for “best boat.” Guests are able to enjoy the show from the water or land, Tampa’s 2nd ever boat parade is a great way to end a day trip in the city. 

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In The Cougar’s weekly anonymous advice column, I brush on first dates, relationships and work. To submit your questions for future issues, click the “Ask Ashley” button on our home page.

I am going on a first date. What should I know?

Hey! Firstly, kudos to you on going on a date – a first one at that! You already know what to do: finesse them for a free meal! 

Just kidding! Do not do that….unless? 

All jokes aside, first dates can be nerve-wracking, and it is valid if you are feeling a bit nervous. However, I am here to advice you to not overthink it! I like to think of first dates as a way to see how well you vibe with a person. 

That means they should be fun. It’s kind of like you’re going out with a new friend, but make it romantic! When you add too much pressure on your date, I feel like it takes the fun out of it. 

Although dates are supposed to be fun, I do think you should keep aware of potential red flags. Always know that you do not have to do anything you do not want to. If your date is not respecting your “no,” then they should be no more. 

Did I make that rhyme? Yes. Was it a bar? Debatable. But I think it was a great public service announcement. 

Essentially, relax, be yourself and know you can always say no. Let your friends know your location. And most importantly, have fun!

I think my man is cheating on me. Should I look through his phone?

Oop! I am so sorry, anon. As much as I love drama, I prefer this plotline on “The Real Housewives of Potomac,” and not for you. 

Okay, but real talk? I can’t answer this with a strong yes or no. I think this is a matter for you to answer. It’s kind of like a gut feeling, you know?  

And to be honest, if you feel like your man has been every breed of dog for a while, I’d advice leaving. Your man should not be giving you Chihuahua or French bulldog vibes. 

Also, it seems there is a lack of trust in the relationship. Have you considered talking about it with him? 

While I do not have a particular answer for you (I know, bummer), I think you should be aware that looking through the phone could be a violation of trust in your partner.

However, if you’re at the point where you truly need to know, I can’t stop you there.

I hope everything works out for you anon, truly. I’m hoping he’s nothing Doja Cat raps about on “Ain’t S—-.”

I think someone in my office hates me. What should I do?

Hey! That has to be tough, I’m sorry you’re going through that right now. But honestly, Michael Scott, do not fret it — we all have a Toby.

Until it gets to the point where it’s affecting how you work, I think you should pay no attention to the individual. Besides, it’s all speculation at this point, no?

However, if it does get to the point of a “WWE SmackDown!,” seek help. There should be no reason why you should be cosplaying as The Undertaker or Rey Mysterio at work. 

Also, know that you should not feel forced to stay in a toxic work environment. If this person is messing up your vibes, even beyond intervention, my advice is getting out. Your state of mind is way more important than a paycheck.

For every star, there is a hater, anon. You just got to shake them off. And if you’re wondering, you are the star in question….unless you are the hater, well then this is awkward.

I hope it all works out for you! 

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The UH women’s basketball team prepares for the 2021-22 season during a recent practice. | Courtesy of Jayda Hill

UH women’s basketball is coming off a 2020-21 season that served as a major step forward for the program.

Following two straight losing seasons, the Cougars finished with a 17-8 record last year and finished third in the American Athletic Conference women’s basketball standings.

With his team picked to finish third in the AAC coaches poll, Cougars head coach Ronald Hughey is looking forward to the upcoming season and feels this year’s team is primed for another big season.

“We’re just so excited about the opportunity to compete this year,” Hughey said. “The thing I love about our team is the competitive nature of what we have when you start talking about the players up and down our roster.”

A source for the teams’ competitiveness and motivation comes from right next door.

Hughey said UH men’s basketball head coach Kelvin Sampson and his team show their support for the women’s team day in and day out.

By showing up to practices or motivate during workouts, the UH men are always finding ways to push their female counterparts to elevate to the next level.

“They’re always around encouraging our young ladies, watching workouts and even coming in and watching them play pickup,” Hughey said.

It’s rare enough for a school to have two successful programs on both the men’s and women’s side of a sport, but it’s another for the two teams to share a strong relationship like the UH men’s and women’s basketball programs do.

Hughey is grateful for it, recognizing how important it is that they share this relationship with each other because it only makes the programs better.

“It’s a tremendous feeling when you can be next to such a great men’s program and have such a great relationship because at the end of the day everybody wins,” Hughey said.

Having a program right next door that has had continuous success and gone far in the NCAA Tournament, a tournament that Hughey’s team just missed out on last season, not only serves as motivation but Hughey also believes it rubs off on the team.

“The great thing about it is when you’re next to sharks it starts to rub off on you.” Hughey said “They elevate us because we get to see the work they put in every day. We get to see the culture they build and how they work and the things they do to be successful every day. We get to mimic some of those things.”

Hughey mentioned that if he ever needs advice or a question answered, Sampson never hesitates to provide help.

“When you have Coach Sampson next to you, you can have a coach’s clinic every day,” Hughey said. “Any question I have I can go over and ask him and he’ll give me ample time to be able to answer that and help us even more.”

The team knows the opportunity they have to do something special this season with the talent on the team and resources around them.

Hughey has emphasized not taking any of it for granted.

“We have an opportunity with a team that understands those opportunities, that you can’t let them slip by,” Hughey said. “If you want to make the tournament, you have to be able to show commitment, you have to be able to say that mano a mano we took care of business against whatever team was in front of us.”

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Emory artist-in-residence Charmaine Minniefield discussed the inspiration behind her artwork at an Emory University event “Remembrance as Resistance: The Praise House Project” on Sept. 30, which revisited a traditional ritual, and its role in acknowledging our history today.

“We gather in this circle as collaborators, artists, and activists,” Minniefield said. “We gather to remember. We gather, in this moment of reckoning, to acknowledge the difficult past of an institution that has established systems of wealth and white supremacy.”

The event, which was part of their three-day “In the Wake of Slavery and Dispossession” symposium took place in the Emory Student Center. The project is supported by the National Endowment for the Arts and presented by Emory Arts in collaboration with the Carlos Museum and the Stuart A. Rose Library. 

 The event hosted four panelists, including Minniefield, multidisciplinary artist and filmmaker Kimberly Binns, author Opal Moore and transdisciplinary vocal artist Malesha Jessie Taylor in conversation with Assistant Director at the Emory Center for Creativity & Arts Candy Tate. 

Through their art, they said they hope to explore African American history, memory and ritual as resistance against Black erasure. The Praise House project, a public art installation coming to Emory on Oct. 24, pays homage to their ancestors and aims to reclaim the space lost through years of oppression. 

“Our work is influenced by history,” Minniefield said. “It goes into the archives; we call it the black narrative.” 

The panel discussion focused on a multimedia video collage made of multiple layers and a song, depicting the “Ring Shout.” This event is a traditional African American form of worship involving gathering in a circle and engaging in full-body rhythmic movements like stomps and claps. 

At the “Remembrance as Resistance: The Praise House Project”, one of many events included in Emory University’s “In the Wake of Slavery and Dispossession Symposium”, panelists discussed a multimedia video collage on the history of the traditional ritual the “Ring Shout” on Sept. 30. (Mitali Singh)

Created during enslavement, the “Ring Shout” draws from Indigenous tradition in West and Central Africa, particularly amongst the Yoruba, Akan, Angola and Bantu people. Some of these influences include rhythms, syncopation and clapping. The “Ring Shout” would take place inside “Praise Houses,” which were structures on plantations used as places of communion by enslaved people. During a time when slave owners attempted to diminish all traces of African culture and traditions, it acted as a safe space to recall.

“Because we couldn’t have drums, which was a form of communication, we made the floors of the praise houses our drums,” Minniefield said. “Our communal drums; the entire structure was our instrument that we tuned with our voices.”

During her 13-month artist-in-residency in The Gambia, Minniefield traced back her great-grandmother’s lineage on the coasts of The Gambia and Senegal, leading to discoveries about her ancestors and the origin of the ‘Rain Shout,’ which inspired the artwork. 

“I searched for my family through my remembrance of self and the ancestral memory encoded in me through my cultural identity, creative expression, dance and song,” Minniefield said.

However, panelists said this work seeks to go beyond just remembrance, as they explained they were insistent on using their art to cause disruption of the ongoing erasure of our history in the current social landscape. 

“I’m writing about transcending performance; going beyond solely performing for the person who wrote the music, who is considered equivalent to god, and is almost always a man,” Taylor said. “I write about instead stepping out of my body, using my institution and ancestral code to connect to something greater than myself.” 

Adeola Adelekan (24C) volunteered at the event and emphasized that the message was important and needed to be spread.

“It was exciting to see the audience’s reactions to the art,” Adelekan said. “I could tell their eyes were opened to this knowledge.” 

The Praise House project will feature art installations in three different locations and will acknowledge the African-American history of these communities. Visitors can experience the work at the South-View Cemetery from Oct. 24, 2021 to Juneteenth on June 19, 2022.

The art will also be on display in Decatur Square in January 2022 and at Emory in September 2022. Minniefield’s solo exhibition “Indigo Prayers” opens on Nov. 13 at the Michael C. Carlos Museum.

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The City of Fort Collins’ Homelessness Advisory Committee has recommended that a new 24/7 homeless shelter be a top priority for the city.

In my previous article, I explained how Denver’s problem revolved around the city’s mismanagement of their homeless shelters along with their approach of establishing “safe” outdoor camps without consulting citizens beforehand.

Erin Owens, a recent graduate, is setting up her hammock as she prepares to visit with her friends at Sweetheart Circle on October 18, 2021.

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Colorado State University volleyball took total control of the first place spot in the Mountain West with two dominant performances. The CSU Rams (7-1 in conference and 11-6 overall) hosted the University of New Mexico Lobos (5-3 in conference and 14-5 overall) and the United States Air Force Academy Falcons (1-7 in conference and 4-14 […]