MARC CHOQUETTEOnline Content Manager San Diego indie rock band Pinback has epitomized what can be called the “limbo phenomenon” in today’s increasingly expanding genre of rock, which is loosely labeled “indie.” With pop melodies, frequent harmonizing and ambient rhythms, the band’s stylings in past albums like the 2001 “Blue Screen Life” and the 2004 “Summer in Abaddon,” have … [Read more...] about Small fish try to make it in the mainstream
New season offers many options
SHANNON URTNOWSKIA&E Editor I’m torn, and that’s the way they wanted it. What’s worse — I think they planned it. Some of my favorite shows have been on hiatus since early summer, and finally, after months of reruns and patience, they are returning to the small screen. This week has already welcomed some old favorites (like Fox’s “House” and NBC’s “Heroes”) and many new … [Read more...] about New season offers many options
Film lacks, worth laugh
OLESYA SALNIKOVAA&E Assistant Most people don’t ever stop to think about the effects a simple game of spin the bottle can have of their lives. However, in the new release “Good Luck Chuck,” Charlie Kagan, played by Dane Cook (“Employee of the Month”) violates the rules with a gothic voodoo chick, and she will never let him forget. Apparently, neglecting the rules of … [Read more...] about Film lacks, worth laugh
Love needed, not given
LAURA JOHNSONA&E Assistant Editor Sitting on a beach on England’s misty shores, a boy, quite alone, slowly turns to the camera and sings, “Will anybody listen to my story.” The boy’s name is Jude, and his story is one that is as old and cliché as time itself: love. The real question, however, is will anybody want to listen to this story? It’s a riot, it’s a visionary … [Read more...] about Love needed, not given
Exhibit shows form captured on camera
HAYLEY LERCHStaff Writer As children of the digital age, youth take pictures constantly. They use them to document their weekend adventures and to remember their travels. They post them on Facebook or print them out from our computers. Though American photographer Edward Weston was born near the turn of the 20th century and developed prints in a dark room rather than a … [Read more...] about Exhibit shows form captured on camera