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Big Sean goes higher with debut book
Big Sean is easily one of Detroit’s most accomplished music artists and entertainers. Even by national standards he’s done more than 90% of emcees who’ve touched a mic. He’s sold over 185 million records worldwide, starred and done voice-overs in half-a-dozen films, was nominated for six Grammys, and as a fashion influencer has collaborated with…
Detroit’s Movement festival reveals full 2025 lineup
Techno heads, it’s almost your time to shine. Detroit’s Movement Music Festival released its full lineup for its 2025 event, set to return to Hart Plaza for Memorial Day Weekend. Additions to the bill include headliner Charlotte de Witte, who joins previously announced headliners Carl Cox and John Summit. “I’m beyond excited to return to…
Buzzy indie drama ‘One Night In Tokyo’ gets Valentine’s Day release
An acclaimed independent film by a Michigan-born director gets officially released next week. One Night in Tokyo, the feature debut from Josh Woodcock, will be available to buy or rent via video on demand on Friday, Feb. 14. The Valentine’s Day release is fitting for the romantic drama, which Woodcock previously described to Metro Times…
Calvin Johnson releases ‘Megachron’ line of pre-rolls ahead of Super Bowl
Just in time for the Super Bowl, Jeeter, the top-selling cannabis pre-roll brand in Michigan, is rolling out a limited-edition product celebrating two football legends, including former Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin “Megatron” Johnson Jr. The Big Game Legacy Packs, set to launch Friday in Michigan and three other states, feature rosin-enhanced diamond pre-rolls designed…
‘Ruby: The Musical’ brings a captivating murder case to life
Ruby: The Musical is based on a true story in 1952 in Live Oak, Florida, that focuses on the life of Ruby McCollum — an affluent Black woman who’s been accused of murdering a white doctor who was also a notable politician and social influencer of his time. McCollum carries a bit of cache herself…
Why Am I So Anxious? Causes, Symptoms, and When To Seek Professional Help
Ever wondered, “Why am I so anxious for no reason?” It doesn’t take a genius, or even a psychologist, to tell you that anxiety disorders exist and are on the rise. Just look at the vast and complicated array of stressors we face every day. The good news is that there’s now a wide variety…
Valentine’s Day Movies for any relationship
When writing about movies to watch with your spouse, partner, significant other, or all by your own damn self for Valentine’s Day, I found myself focusing on the futility of such an endeavor. Every single relationship is different, obviously, but even more specific are the things that each of us defines as romantic or sexy…
University of Michigan sued by ACLU for banning protesters from campus
The ACLU of Michigan and the Sugar Law Center for Economic & Social Justice filed a federal lawsuit Monday against the University of Michigan, alleging the school has unconstitutionally banned protesters from its Ann Arbor campus in an effort to silence dissent. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of people banished from the university after…
AfroFuture festival to make U.S. debut in Detroit
An African music festival formerly known as “Afrochella” is coming to the U.S., and it’s making its American debut in the Motor City. Now called AfroFuture, the event bills itself as “a premier cultural platform dedicated to celebrating the beauty, creativity, and innovation of Africa and its diaspora.” It first launched in Ghana in 2017.…
Is Creatine a Steroid? Definition, Benefits, Side Effects and More
You’ve probably heard about creatine, especially in the fitness community, but have probably always wondered, “Is creatine a steroid?” You can describe creatine as capable of promoting anabolic processes, but creatine is not an anabolic steroid. Sports science asserts that creatine is one of the best supplement ingredients in the business for natural bulking and…
How Much Collagen Should I Take? Types, Sources Dosage, and More
Collagen supplements, often hailed as offering support for fitness and quality skin, are increasingly gaining traction. This key component is essential for skin, bones, and joints, and supplementation can support these areas. But let’s break it down: what are collagen supplements, how do they function, and what’s the ideal dosage? And is 1,000 mg of…
Detroit City Distillery expands Paczki Day offerings
Spring is just around the corner, which in the Detroit area means it’s almost time to celebrate the beloved Polish pastry, the paczki — one last act of indulgence before you give up sweets for Lent. (You guys are giving up sweets for Lent, right?) For this year’s Paczki Day, Detroit City Distillery is bringing…
Lapointe: Happy 100th anniversary to ‘The Great Gatsby’
Although most of The Great Gatsby takes place in the wealthy Long Island suburbs of New York City, our own Motor City plays a bit part. This April marks one full century since its publication in 1925. In that much of Gatsby still rings true today, let’s begin the 2025 retrospectives. The protagonist, Jay Gatsby,…
Faster Horses 2025 canceled
Michigan country music festival Faster Horses will not return this summer, organizers say. “We have made the decision to pause Faster Horses Festival in 2025,” a message posted to social media reads. “We are taking the year to make plans for a bigger and better Faster Horses for our fans who deserve the absolute best,”…
Attorney urges Whitmer to demand return of Detroit man facing execution in Alabama
With just days until his scheduled execution in Alabama, attorneys for a Detroit native are urging Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to demand his return, arguing that the state has both the legal right and obligation to bring him back. In a last-minute plea for clemency sent to Whitmer on Friday, attorney Spencer Hahn laid out…
Struggling to sleep? Michigan’s cannabis market has plenty of options
Welcome to The Straight Dope, our weekly series that explores the best cannabis products in Michigan. I found myself tossing and turning the other night, thinking about deadlines, bills, and the state of our country. Frustrated, I reached for a heavy indica and took a few puffs. Almost immediately, the storm in my head quieted…
Detroit-area musicians — we want to hear from you!
Are you a local act that has released new music in the past year or so? There are dozens of musical artists and bands in the Detroit area — and we want to learn more about them. We’re putting together a special “Local Record-O-Rama” feature for our upcoming Detroit Music Issue, set to be published…
Detroit exorcist priest accused of flossing with girl’s hair
A Detroit priest known for his exorcism work was arrested after allegedly putting a teenage girl’s hair in his mouth and pretending to floss with it in front of her classmates. Father Carlos Martins, 50, who co-hosts The Exorcist Files podcast and leads religious relic tours, was charged with misdemeanor battery following the bizarre incident…
What to do if you are confronted by ICE in Michigan
Metro Detroit’s immigrant community is on edge as the newly emboldened Trump administration begins carrying out what it called the largest deportation plan in U.S. history. The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency has arrested more than 4,500 people nationwide in the past week, and raids are occurring in countless areas across the country. Although…
Detroit Artists Market closes due to flooding from burst pipe
The Detroit Artists Market is temporarily closed after a burst pipe caused flooding and water damage, the gallery said Wednesday. “This flood has been devastating for our team and the countless artists who rely on DAM as a space to show and sell their work,” DAM executive director Miah J. Davis said in a statement.…
Free Will Astrology (Jan. 29-Feb. 4)
ARIES (March 21-April 19): In medieval Europe, beekeepers made formal reports to their hives of significant events in the human world, like births, deaths, marriages, and departures. They believed the bees needed to be continually informed so as to ensure robust honey production. The practice was called “telling the bees.” Let’s make this an inspiring…
