Charlie Puth returns with second full-length album ‘Voicenotes’

On Friday, May 11, Charlie Puth returned to the music scene with the release of his second full-length album Voicenotes. The album, which was originally set to release in January, got pushed back to last Friday due to Puth’s lack of satisfaction with its completion. To many fans’ delight, the 13 song album is finally here and it was well worth the wait. Voicenotes was fully produced by Puth using Pro Tools … Continue reading Charlie Puth returns with second full-length album ‘Voicenotes’

Ashley ChiappettaMay 13, 2018May 13, 2018Leave a comment

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Not getting enough sleep during finals week? It’s actually way worse than you might think

As seen originally published in The UNW Examiner. Failing to get enough sleep can be detrimental to your health. When in college, sleep is especially a struggle: students find themselves busy balancing credits, meeting academic deadlines and keeping up with the demands of work and social activities. On campus at The University of Northwestern – St. Paul, Health Services and Counseling Services are no strangers … Continue reading Not getting enough sleep during finals week? It’s actually way worse than you might think

Ashley ChiappettaMay 13, 2018January 7, 2021Leave a comment

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Jake Miller wows sold-out First Avenue – 7th St Entry crowd despite flu

Pop rapper, singer and songwriter Jake Miller brought his Hit and Run Tour to Minneapolis’ First Avenue – 7th St Entry Wednesday, May 9. His energy was high, the crowd was in a constant state of adoration and the band members onstage were upbeat. Based on Miller’s performance, you never would have guessed prior to the show he had been in the emergency room with … Continue reading Jake Miller wows sold-out First Avenue – 7th St Entry crowd despite flu

Ashley ChiappettaMay 12, 2018May 14, 2018Leave a comment

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Favorite beaches near Los Angeles, California

I just got back from a girls trip in Los Angeles, and I loved every moment of it. Beach hopping was one of my favorite activities — so I have to share which places I enjoyed the most while in sunny California. Venice Beach Venice Beach is a vibe. It’s so reggae. I’m forever calling it hippie town — but it was real cute. I loved … Continue reading Favorite beaches near Los Angeles, California

Ashley ChiappettaMay 11, 2018May 11, 2018Leave a comment

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Hillsong’s Colour Conference in Los Angeles, California

During the last weekend in April, I flew out to Los Angeles, California for Hillsong’s 2018 Colour Conference. Colour is a global movement of everyday women, with hope in their heart and “change” in their step. Its purpose is to champions the girls of this generation. The women’s conference started back in 1997 under the leadership of Hillsong Senior Pastor Bobbie Houston, and it is … Continue reading Hillsong’s Colour Conference in Los Angeles, California

Ashley ChiappettaMay 10, 2018July 7, 2019Leave a comment

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5 Seconds of Summer plays intimate sold-out gig at Varsity Theater

Australian pop rock band 5 Seconds of Summer took the stage in Minnesota for the first time in two years during intimate gig at Varsity Theater in Minneapolis. The show was Sunday, April 15, and they played to a sold out captivated crowd. The last time they were here was in 2016 when they played much bigger venue Xcel Energy Center for a packed house … Continue reading 5 Seconds of Summer plays intimate sold-out gig at Varsity Theater

Ashley ChiappettaApril 25, 2018July 1, 20181 Comment

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There Is More Tour: A night with Hillsong Worship and Pastor Brian Houston

Hundreds of people in Minnesota gathered last night for Hillsong Worship’s There Is More tour in Minneapolis. The night of worship took place at Grace Church and featured old and new songs and a teaching from Hillsong Church’s Senior Pastor Brian Houston. Houston was promoting his new book “There Is More” and Hillsong Worship was sharing music from their new album by the same title. Anyone who … Continue reading There Is More Tour: A night with Hillsong Worship and Pastor Brian Houston

Ashley ChiappettaApril 13, 2018May 6, 2018Leave a comment

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12th Annual Five16 Film Festival at UNW: Hosting the live red carpet pre-show

I had the opportunity to host the live red carpet pre-show for the 12th Annual Five16 Film Festival at my school The University of Northwestern – St. Paul on April 9, 2018. It was televised locally on CTV and streamed online. Last year I hosted and had a blast (read about that and see photos here), and the previous year I floor directed. It was so … Continue reading 12th Annual Five16 Film Festival at UNW: Hosting the live red carpet pre-show

Ashley ChiappettaApril 10, 2018April 25, 2018Leave a comment

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Music Feature Friday: Nightly

If you have a music radar for ones to watch, Nightly should be on it. The band’s name comes from textspeak and translates to “night, love you.” Members Jonathan Capeci and Joey Beretta said the inspiration for the name came from the thought that the phrase was a good summary of everything they’d written so far. They wanted to be honest and personal and they … Continue reading Music Feature Friday: Nightly

Ashley ChiappettaMarch 30, 2018March 30, 2018Leave a comment