Duane Lundy Lends Us His Ear for Great Music

In his new guide book, the psychology professor uses 12 criteria to evaluate the best rock albums and songs of all time.

Taking Care With Readers

A Cincinnati Nature Center hike inspired Jessica Strawser’s new novel.

The Year Closes Out with More Oscar-Worthy Art Movies

Here are your indie and art film highlights for December.

The Preservation Hall Jazz Band Comes Marching In for the Holidays

Trumpet player Branden Lewis leads the legendary group’s “Creole Christmas” tour to Memorial Hall December 6.

Ashley McBryde’s Music Career Feels Like It’s Falling into Place

The Grammy-winning country powerhouse is feeding off of a different kind of buzz these days.

Fantastic Botanical Beasts and How to Build Them

At Applied Imagination in Northern Kentucky—the creative brains behind Krohn Conservatory’s popular holiday show—the whimsy is a family affair.

Jeff Tweedy, Wilco Frontman, Shares His Inspirations in Walnut Hills This Week

The Chicago rocker will share his life story at Walnut Hills High School though 50 songs that made an impact—but not necessarily his favorite songs.

Your Indie and Art Film Highlights in November

Oscar-worthy independent films make their way to Cincinnati this month, and the Speed Art Museum Cinema beckons in Louisville.

Advice from Travis McElroy, Your Middlest Brother

The Cincinnati-based, world-renowned comedy podcaster ponders his family’s advice show, the impact of influencers, and big life moves.

Understanding TikTok (And Five Of Our Favorites)

Not sure where to start with TikTok? We've got a short explainer and five local follows for you to check out.