Photos by Kayiu WongThe MacDonell brothers, JP who graduated from Pepperdine in 2009 and Mat who graduated in 2010, founded Urban Barrels in 2014. The company fosters a “connection to the ocean,” and targets those seeking adventure, JP MacDonell said. “Basically we take old sailboat sails and turn them into cool, unique products.”The bagtowel is Urban … [Read more...] about Urban Barrels Transforms Sails into Sales
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Students Showcase Australian Short Films
Images Courtesy of Eryn RamseyThe students of the first summer 2016 Australia Film Program gathered to premiere their Austrailian-made short films Oct. 5. The group traveled to Sydney, Australia in July, and produced their films within a month while collaborating with the International Screen Association. Professors Craig Detweiler and Michael C. Smith opened the evening with … [Read more...] about Students Showcase Australian Short Films
Keep With the Halloween Spirit
Image Courtesy of Falcon International ProductionsIt seems as though October began merely a week ago, but now the costume planning is over, and talk of Thanksgiving is almost unavoidable. In order to preserve the Halloween spirit for a little bit longer, grab some discounted Halloween candy, some popcorn and a sugary drink and enjoy an evening with some of these Halloween … [Read more...] about Keep With the Halloween Spirit
Interview with Grouplove’s Andrew Wessen + Live Photos
Press Photos Courtesy of Marcus Haney, Live Photos by Brett Bean Matt Benton had the opportunity to interview Andrew Wessen of Grouplove by phone as he was on his way with the band for a short tour around Europe. Matt Benton: So growing up in LA, what were some of your favorite spots to hangout and surf? Andrew Wessen: Yeah, I was born right in Topanga Beach and Sunset … [Read more...] about Interview with Grouplove’s Andrew Wessen + Live Photos
Desert Trip: How ‘Oldchella’ Rocked Multiple Generations of Music Lovers
Photos by Lauren YoungThe sweltering heat and dust storm of Indio, California, were no match for devoted classic rock fans who came from all over the world to attend Desert Trip, a classic rock festival that featured six of the most influential musicians of all time: Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones, Neil Young, Paul McCartney, The Who and Roger Waters of Pink Floyd. The festival … [Read more...] about Desert Trip: How ‘Oldchella’ Rocked Multiple Generations of Music Lovers