James Sereno

jsereno1@binghamton.edu

27 Articles


Food

Restaurant Week Spring 2016: The Colonial

The Colonial, the new kid on the block for the Downtown bar scene, entered Restaurant Week ready to show that it has much more to offer than just a stop on a...


Television

In new season, House of Cards redeems itself from the last

While over-dramatized at times, politics in the show have become reflective of the presidential race in the real world. Just like the 2016 campaign trail, “House of Cards” brings us more of ...


Music

With "Untitled Unmastered," Lamar's music can stand on its own

The 2015 platinum record “To Pimp a Butterfly” left many in awe of Lamar’s politically charged music, which encompassed the sounds of jazz and West African styles, and those who hoped for ...


Arts & Culture

Pipe Dream's timeline for your perfect Parade Day

Whether it’s your first or your last day-long drink-fest, you’ll need an organized plan to make sure you have the best Parade Day possible. ...


Gaming

Pokemon celebrates the 20th anniversary of its release

While the Entertainment Software Rating Board gives these games an “E for everyone” rating, the series has featured more mature topics of death and religion, leaving many adults still hooked on the ...


Lifestyles

Pipe Dream presents: Super Bowl trivia

Sure, not everyone has a handle on all of these facts, but anyone can fake their way through four quarters of talking points. ...


Lifestyles

Pipe Dream presents: a beginner's guide to football

For those who know more about “Left Shark” than the teams competing this year, a little preparation may be needed to understand what’s happening on the field. ...


Music

CHVRCHES delivers on sophomore album 'Every Eye Open'

While maintaining catchy choruses and upbeat electronic elements, Chvrches strips down their music on their sophomore album, leaving room to focus on lyrics. ...


Music

A day at the fair: my vinyl venture

While some of the albums at the fair were priced higher than an average undergraduate student could afford, many of the sellers had music for anywhere between $1 and $5. ...


Television

A new era in late night television: Stephen Colbert to make his CBS debut

For the first time since its creation in 1993, CBS is handing the reigns of its premier property, the “Late Show,” to a new host — Stephen Colbert. ...