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The album artwork for Kings of Leon's "Mechanical Bull" (FILE)

‘Mechanical Bull:’ The Comeback Story of Kings of Leon | Album Review

Sidelines September 26, 2013

By Darcy Threet // Staff Writer The best album of the fall was released on Tuesday. Nashville’s own is back in a very big way. The Kings of Leon have made musical magic with their highly anticipated...

The album artwork for the standard and deluxe edition of Drakes album, "Nothing Was the Same." (FILE)

Drake’s ‘Nothing Was the Same’ lacks emotion and enthusiasm | Album Review

CIM Digital September 25, 2013

By John Connor Coulston // Staff Writer First off, I’ve always had mixed feelings towards Drake. I’ve never been a fan of his “sensitive douchebag” persona, but I have to admit that his last...

Nicole Beharie, left, and Tom Mison, right, star in FOX's new supernatural series "Sleepy Hollow." (FILE)

“Sleepy Hollow” shows great promise as the newest fantasy, mystery series

CIM Digital September 22, 2013

Going into FOX’s latest drama series “Sleepy Hollow,” I was a bit skeptical. While I love the original tale of Ichabod Crane, I’m not fond of modern retellings of classics—especially when they...

Students enter the "Tunnel of Love" educational fair at MTSU's James Union Building to learn about the risks of sexually transmitted infections on Thursday, September 19, 2013. (MTSU SIdelines / John Connor Coulston)

MTSU students explore the ‘Tunnel of Love’ for STI awareness program

CIM Digital September 19, 2013

MTSU students had the opportunity to learn about the risks of sexually transmitted infections at the annual “Tunnel of Love” educational fair held on September 19 in the Tennessee Room of the James...

MTSU students package snacks for children enrolled in Rutherford County Schools at the "Freshman Day of Service" on Friday, September 13, 2013. The event was organized by United Way, MTSU's Student Government Association, and the university's Center for Student Involvement and Leadership. (MTSU Sidelines / John Connor Coulston)

Students package snacks for children at ‘Freshman Day of Service’ event

CIM Digital September 13, 2013

By John Connor Coulston // Staff Writer The Freshman of MTSU had the chance to give back to the Rutherford County community at the “Freshman Day of Service," which was held on Friday. The event, which...

The album artwork for Lil Wayne's "Dedication 5" (FILE)

Lil Wayne – ‘Dedication 5’ | Album Review

CIM Digital September 6, 2013

By John Connor Coulston // Staff Writer After his acclaimed album Tha Carter III, Lil Wayne became the figurehead for mainstream hip-hop, but soon started on a rapid critical decline ever since. He’s...

Freshmen Kenneth Carpenetti, left, Bria Kilcrease, center, and Cat Hoy, right, pose as they discuss their first impressions of MTSU. (MTSU Sidelines / John Connor Coulston)

Freshmen First Impressions | Photo Gallery

CIM Digital September 4, 2013

We asked ten freshman students to give us their first impressions of life here at MTSU. Here are their responses:

The album artwork for Big Sean's "Hall of Fame" (FILE)

Big Sean starts strong but ultimately disappoints on ‘Hall of Fame’

CIM Digital September 3, 2013

By John Connor Coulston // Staff Writer Big Sean’s 2011 debut Finally Famous was a perfect example on how not to make a hip-hop album. It was full of cheesy production, sugary hooks and mediocre lyricism. That...

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