Indie/pop never stops NICOLE KLIESTStaff Writer Pop music and indie music have long been two genres that seem to be in a state of friction as how to make the combination of the two an aesthetically pleasing experience without sacrificing their core values. The big bad corporate enemy of indie, pop music seems to have an overlying theme of commercial success. In essence, it is … [Read more...] about MATT BUSH/Assistant Art & Design Editor
Nada gets ‘Lucky’ break with new release
DEREK SEDAMStaff Writer If Jack Johnson caters to stoners, fraternities and weekend trips to Mexico, meet Nada Surf, the indie-man’s Jack. The band’s blend of melancholy ballads, love songs and pure pop-ecstasy will get the homework done quicker and that post-Inn hookup commence sooner. The band’s latest effort, “Lucky,” keeps the formula the same and the music sharp. There is … [Read more...] about Nada gets ‘Lucky’ break with new release
Potential Seaver deans revealed by committee
SHANNON URTNOWSKINews Editor The Seaver Dean Search Committee released on Tuesday the names of two potential candidates to replace dean of Seaver College David Baird when he steps down at the end of the semester. Provost Darryl Tippens, who serves as the chair of the search committee, announced that Associate Dean of Seaver College Rick Marrs and professor of Communication … [Read more...] about Potential Seaver deans revealed by committee
NCAA pushes season back
JANELLE STRAWSBURGStaff Writer The Pepperdine alumni baseball game is a time when the old dogs face off against the new pups in a battle of pride, honor and bragging rights. It’s a time for those past players to reconnect with old friends and time for the new squad to show off their skills and build anticipation for the coming season. Every year like clockwork, the alumni … [Read more...] about NCAA pushes season back
Keep Him a top priority
AMY LARSONStaff Writer What is most important to us? Is it grades? Is it money? Regardless of what our top priorities are, one thing is certain: those ideas become our main concern in life. For instance, if good grades are a priority for me, I will turn in work on time, decline invitations to go out, attend class, and so on. Conversely, if grades are not a high priority for me, … [Read more...] about Keep Him a top priority