The Hype Archives – The College View

The FIFA soundtrack to our lives

July 21, 2020

Some songs from the last twenty years have had a chicken and the egg with their success and their appearance on a FIFA soundtrack. Did the chicken hatch before the egg or did it play

Down to Earth with Zac Efron

July 21, 2020

In his new Netflix mini-series “Down to Earth”, Zac Efron travels the Americas, and Europe on a quest to find sustainable, and healthy ways to live.

Hamilton musical premieres on Disney+

July 21, 2020

Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘Hamilton’ aired on Disney+ this month, with the streaming platform removing their free trial deal ahead of the Broadway hits’ premiere.

Noname carries on Rage Against the Machine’s Legacy

June 22, 2020

“Some of those that work forces are the same that burn crosses” Killing in the Name – Rage Against the Machine These words delivered by Zach de la Rocha on the band’s 1992 classic, still

Celebrating Pride from home during Covid-19

June 21, 2020

From the streets of New York in 1969 to present day, acceptance and celebration of the LGBT+ community has evolved incredibly. Now considered one of the most important events that contributed to the Gay Liberation

How our film choices can make us better allies for the BLM movement

June 21, 2020

The global response to the Black Lives Matter (BLM) Movement has led to a thorough investigation of Hollywood in its portrayal of black people in popular culture.

The hidden gems of Korean cinema

April 21, 2020

Sean Power looks at the best unknown Korean films.

Quiz reexamines the Millionaire cold case

April 20, 2020

you would need to be extremely deceptive, have a mastermind plan and have a remarkable amount of intelligence.

DCU Drama tries to cope with the global pandemic

April 13, 2020

Following the closure of all universities as a reult of the COVID-19 crisis, DCU Drama have indefinitely postpone their four shows; the contemporary show ‘The Graduate’, the member production ‘Aftermath’, the open rehearsal for Musical Theatre Intervarsities ‘ Fosse/Verdon’ and the musical ‘RENT.’

Rest and Relaxation provides meaning in these times

April 13, 2020

a beautiful, skinny, blonde young woman who is hoping to achieve a renaissance of sorts through a period of heavy, medicated sleep.

Tiger King dominates attention during the pandemic

April 13, 2020

Exotic allegedly orchestrated a murder-for-hire plot against Carole Baskin, a woman who has devoted her time and money to trying to shut down zoos like his.

The best books to read while you self-isolate

April 13, 2020

Books are a form of escapism. They help us relax, boost our mood, minimise anxiety and are comforting to many people.

Better Call Saul delivers were other prequels haven’t

April 13, 2020

A prequel (or sequel for that matter) has never been done so well then by Vince Gilligan, the mastermind behind Breaking Bad and its sequel, El Camino.

Dua Lipa revives disco pop with Future Nostalgia

April 13, 2020

The British-Kosovan singer has created a fun and ambitious breath of fresh air with her long-awaited sophomore album. Her already released hit singles “Don’t Start Now” and “Physical” set the standard for Lipa’s new age

Virtual museums just can’t compare to the real thing

April 13, 2020

The 2-kilometer walk and family movie night routine is getting old, so naturally, people are seeking any sort of new activity or hobby

Disney+ has arrived in Ireland

April 13, 2020

Amongst many people, there is a strong sense of nostalgia associated with Disney. Scores of forgotten gems reappear whilst scrolling aimlessly

Childish Gambino’s music career stutters on his latest album

April 13, 2020

This article explores the highs and lows of Donald Glover’s latest album, released under his musical pseudonym Childish Gambino.

5 Seconds of Summer refine their sound with CALM

April 13, 2020

The group’s sound has improved and moved to take a space in the global market with their fourth album CALM, released March 27th.

Inside the K, shows what life as a Guard is like in Dublin

April 13, 2020

This series makes for emotive viewing, and it shines a light on broader societal issues within our country

Sunderland Til I Die captures a club and city trying to stay afloat

April 13, 2020

While Sunderland’s exploits on the pitch in recent years have been utterly depressing, the first season of the show was captivating.

Niall Horan laments lost love in latest album

March 30, 2020

It’s been nearly ten years since a wee 16-year-old Niall Horan shot to fame. He auditioned for the X-Factor back in 2010, performing Ne-Yo’s song “So Sick,” and nearly didn’t get through as Katy Perry

DOOM Eternal: inside the game

March 30, 2020

DOOM Eternal had a lot of hype to live up to. A follow up to 2016’s reboot of the classic series, Eternal doesn’t drastically change the formula, but tweaks it enough to stand out as

Are virtual festivals the solution to your summer plans?

March 30, 2020

Virtual festivals and concerts could be the solution for the summer as the coronavirus continues to jeopardise the possibility of them taking place in the near future.

The best music documentaries to watch during isolation

March 30, 2020

Self isolation can get boring quickly but with streamiing platforms such as Netflix and Amazon prime, there are a lot of great options for music fans. Whether you want to watch Beyoncé’s concert from bed

DCU Glee Cast: Behind the scenes

March 30, 2020

The Glee cast is different to other societies. We have one show, one goal, one setlist that we work towards for the entire year.