They had their start performing in monster makeup, jamming at haunted houses and gathering fans, and this led the surf-soul-rock-n-roll band Spooky Mansion up and down the country — from Upstate New York to L.A., frontman Grayson Converse said.Spooky Mansion played under the neon lights of Malibu's coastal venue Aviator Nation's Dreamland — a hidden oasis in the … [Read more...] about In a ‘Dreamland’ with Spooky Mansion, Smiley Surf-Grooves Under the Neon Lights
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Review: ‘The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes’ Brings a New Perspective to the Series
Transparency item: A review provides an informed and opinionated critique. These informed critiques are published to make a recommendation to readers. This review is the opinion of the writer. This review contains spoilers. "I don't like your odds, but may they ever be in your favor," Lucky Flickerman, played by Jason Schwartzman, tells the District 12 tribute: familiar … [Read more...] about Review: ‘The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes’ Brings a New Perspective to the Series
Planning for Post-Grad: Seniors Prepare for Higher Education
For certain seniors graduating this coming spring, the fall semester can be one of the most stressful times in their collegiate journeys. With applications open for many post-graduate institutions, seniors face the burden of balancing their academics, extracurriculars, jobs and social lives while applying to higher education programs for the coming year.Applying to … [Read more...] about Planning for Post-Grad: Seniors Prepare for Higher Education
Pumpkin Patch Review: Students Made it Feel like Fall in Malibu
Between pumpkin patches, apple orchards, haunted houses or shopping for fall decor and treats, there are multiple fall activities to do in the Malibu and Los Angeles area. The fall season is special to students who grew up in areas where the seasons and the weather change more than it does in Malibu. "The trees and vegetation here are just so different," first-year Abby Rader … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Patch Review: Students Made it Feel like Fall in Malibu
Album Review: Zoe Wees Shines on Her Debut Album ‘Therapy’
Transparency item: A review provides an informed and opinionated critique. These informed critiques are published to make a recommendation to readers. This review is the opinion of the writer. German singer Zoe Wees released her long-awaited debut studio album "Therapy" Nov. 3, consisting of 20 tracks. This is her first full-length project since her breakout hit single … [Read more...] about Album Review: Zoe Wees Shines on Her Debut Album ‘Therapy’
