OLESYA SALNIKOVAA&E Assistant Though certainly not mainstream, like say the Red Hot Chili Peppers, underground bands Weatherbox, The Honorary Title and Cartel used their own eclectic sounds to win the audience over at their Avalon Hollywood concert Friday night. Many people might hesitate about checking out bands that are slightly more obscure than the norm, but these … [Read more...] about Underground bands try to surface at show
Emmy’s anatomy
Photo courtesy Mathew Imaging 2006 HAYLEY LERCHStaff Writer Sometime during his career as host of “American Idol,” Ryan Seacrest was apparently bitten by the singing bug . Seacrest has hinted at opening the 59th Primetime Emmy Awards, which air live Sunday at 8 p.m. with a musical number of his own. While Seacrest may or may not showcase his vocal skills, a host of … [Read more...] about Emmy’s anatomy
Valley worth venturing
MISHY TURNER & ERIKA VARELAStaff Writers “Like, oh-my-gosh!” The San Fernando Valley often gets a bad rap from the rest of Los Angeles, maybe for the lack of an ocean view or maybe for the incredible heat its residents endure during the summer months. However, the Valley has a charm all its own. Students agree that driving down Ventura Boulevard, the Valley’s signature … [Read more...] about Valley worth venturing
Western proves winner
ASHLEY WELLINGStaff Writer Based on and named after the critically acclaimed 1957 film, “3:10 to Yuma” boasts a terrific cast and a powerful story. Set in the old west, the movie offers the perfect mix of rugged machismo and emotional self-discovery. Christian Bale (“The Prestige,” “Batman Returns”) takes on the role of Dan Evans, a retired union soldier-turned-rancher, … [Read more...] about Western proves winner
Brotherly love brings laughs
LAURA JOHNSONA&E Assistant Editor Tom and Dick Smothers have absolutely no relation to Flora Smothers, who donated the money for Smothers Theater. Still, they will be performing there once again to a sold out crowd this Friday, Sept. 15. After over 46 years in the business, the Smothers Brothers comedy duo has had more than ample time to become an absolutely perfected … [Read more...] about Brotherly love brings laughs
