Arts & Culture

The epigraph of Oxford-based author Michael Farris Smith's most recent novel, "The Fighter," reads a quote by John Steinbeck: “To be alive at all is to have scars.” Few quotes could more accurately describe the experience of the protagonist, ex-fighter...

Traditions new and old will converge on Sunday at the Powerhouse, where performers and audience members alike will take part in a Sacred Harp singing. Sacred Harp singing dates back to the 19th century and is making its 38th appearance...

This week, The Daily Mississippian hit the campus to ask Rebels, “Where are you headed for spring break?” Photo by Jacqueline Schlick “Pensacola, Florida.” Annie Siebenaler, a sophomore IMC major from Chicago Photo by Jacqueline Schlick “Rosemary Beach, Florida.” Stella...

Lucy Dacus’ sophomore album, “Historian,” comes almost exactly two years after her 2016 debut but feels like a body of work years in the making. In the album opener, “Night Shift,” Dacus sings about getting over a past relationship. It...

Oxford’s independent record store, The End of All Music, will host a free listening party for the companion soundtrack to author Robert Gordon’s new book, “Memphis Rent Party,” on Thursday. Following the listening party, Thacker Mountain Radio will feature a...

When thinking of vacation essentials, I make sure to include sunscreen, sunglasses, a good book and a list of podcasts to keep myself entertained. With spring break around the corner, I’ve compiled a list of some of the best top-trending...

The Southside Art Gallery here in Oxford will be premiering work from artist Anne Strand’s new collection, “Shattered Silk,” and a reception recognizing her work will be held Thursday at 5 p.m. Having exhibited at Southside for more than 15...

The spring Small Hall concert series will continue when this week’s performer, Rupert Wates, takes the stage tonight. The doors open at 7 p.m. at the Small Hall on Van Buren Avenue off the Square. The series takes place the...

Jesse Ball is coming to Off Square Books at 5 p.m. Tuesday to sign and read from his latest release, “Census.” The novel tells the story of a cross-country journey taken by a widower who finds his time is almost...

Happy Women's History Month! This week, we've got tunes written and sung by women from all walks of life. March is my favorite month for a plethora of reasons, but I love it most because I love celebrating life with...