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We’d likely have an advanced physical ideal of ourselves if walking became part of Motor City culture. But we live in a city where it’s pretty humiliating to stroll basically anywhere. Traffic rattles nerves of pedestrians and besides, the streets are designed for the comfort of your car, not you, and most folks would...
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Former Gov. Granholm’s official portrait isn’t supposed to be revealed until May 7th during a fancy ceremony marking the occasion, but leave it to the internet to spoil the surprise: Thanx for all your years of service, Gov. Cutielicious. (via Pillow Fights & Boxing Tumblr)
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Compton rapper Kendrick Lamar is coming to the Shelter this Monday for a show that fans of new school West Coast hip-hop should definitely check out. Within the latest class of rappers worth getting excited about (Big K.R.I.T., Odd Future, Danny Brown, etc.), the name Kendrick Lamar consistently gets mentioned. His rapping style really...
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Since 2009, Kresge Arts in Detroit has poured more than a million bucks in the Detroit art community, and a good chunk of that change has gone straight to artists via the KAID Fellowship, which Metro Times has covered rather extensively. The Karmic suport has been leading up to Art X Detroit, a five-day arts experience...
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There’s a fascinating article in the current issue of Washington Monthly arguing that “foul-mouthed” Dan Savage — who has been Metro Times‘ sex advice columnist for a decade —  has become one of the most important ethicists in America. It’s a well-written, 5,000-word-plus article showing how, even as American’s sexual mores change and become...
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