Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Monarchs glow art show

Monarchs glow art show

Bria Collins, Staff Writer April 2, 2024

      In the darkness, it began. The lights were dimmed and across the plentiful crowd, vibrant neon necklaces, shining pet ears and glow sticks illuminated the park’s dome...

Top three Marvel movies of all time

Top three Marvel movies of all time

Bela Ross, Staff Writer April 2, 2024

Spoiler warning: This article contains spoilers for “Black Panther,” “Thor: Ragnarok” and “Guardians of the Galaxy.” Since 2008 when Marvel released its first movie “Iron Man,” they...

Passing the torch

Passing the torch

Marcela Montufar Soria, Multimedia Editor April 2, 2024

      Spoiler warning: This article discusses spoilers for “Kung Fu Panda 4.” The Kung Fu Panda films are one of the best-animated film series in the history of cinema....

Monsters mash while humans bore

Monsters mash while humans bore

Ezequiel Pena, Contributor April 2, 2024

      One of the great things about monster films like Godzilla is that they can vary greatly in genre and tone. In many films, the monster is portrayed as a force of nature...

Psychedelia lives on

Psychedelia lives on

Raul Martinez, Assistant Web Editor April 2, 2024

      Chicano Batman is a living example of how you can fill arenas with Mexican psychedelic rock. With a slight change in the lineup, as former drummer Gabriel Villa is no...

‘If that ain’t country, tell me what is’

‘If that ain’t country, tell me what is’

Jada Thomas, Marketing Manager April 2, 2024

    Native Texan and global music sensation, Beyoncé, released her ninth studio album and act two of a musical trilogy, “COWBOY CARTER,” on March 29. With heavy influences spanning...

Album of the week: ‘My Life’ by Mary J. Blige

Album of the week: ‘My Life’ by Mary J. Blige

Logan Martinez, Staff Writer April 2, 2024

      Since its release in 1994, Mary J. Blige’s “My Life” has remained a staple within the R&B genre. Its melodic rhythms and powerful yet smooth lyrics deliver an...

The final ‘Evangelion’ release

The final ‘Evangelion’ release

Ray Rodriguez, Staff Writer March 26, 2024

    “Neon Genesis Evangelion”’s reputation as both the greatest anime of all time and a 14-year-old’s introduction to Kierkegaard has left the franchise at a fascinating crossroads...

A love that drives you crazy

A love that drives you crazy

Malaki Lingg, Web Editor March 26, 2024

      A24’s newest film, “Love Lies Bleeding,” was announced in December last year and quickly took the internet by storm. In the film, Kristen Stewart co-stars with Katy...

‘What the f–ck is up IHOP?’

‘What the f–ck is up IHOP?’

Malaki Lingg, Web Editor March 19, 2024

Local, DIY shows can go awry fast — from violating noise ordinances, technical issues and police intervention, anything can happen. Unsurprisingly, this is what happened at the “IHOP Grandslam,”...

Arianator’s rejoice as ‘eternal sunshine’ is released

Arianator’s rejoice as ‘eternal sunshine’ is released

Lesley Fuentes, Staff Writer March 19, 2024

It has certainly been a wild few years for pop giant Ariana Grande. After releasing her previous album “Positions” in 2020 and its respective deluxe version in 2021, Grande ventured into other...

She’s done it again

She’s done it again

Lesley Fuentes, Staff Writer March 6, 2024

Faye Webster is back and better than ever with the release of her newest album, “Underdressed at the Symphony.” The indie singer embarked on a tour playing some of these songs and released the album...

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