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The Graphic Ranks the Top 10 Best Albums of 2015

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I’m just going to go ahead and say it: 2015 might be one of the greatest years for music ever. 2015 will be thought of in the same light as 1983 or 1991 or 1976. This year has been so absolutely stacked that the albums that barely missed the top 10 would’ve easily been top 10 in almost any other year. So before I dive in, I would like to first say that this list not … [Read more...] about The Graphic Ranks the Top 10 Best Albums of 2015

Skip the Shopping, Go See ‘The Good Dinosaur’ This Thanksgiving

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Photo courtesy of Walt Disney StudiosTrust me: You'll want to push back the Black Friday shopping for a few hours to see Disney Pixar's newest sensation, "The Good Dinosaur," this Thursday evening.An unlikely friendship between an inept dinosaur, Arlo, and a spiky-toothed cave-boy named Spot can move you in a way you did not know you can move. If you love Disney movies or … [Read more...] about Skip the Shopping, Go See ‘The Good Dinosaur’ This Thanksgiving

Capturing Four Years in 140 Characters or Less

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Want to tell your friends about that gorgeous reality TV star you saw at Starbucks this morning but don’t want to come across as a total tourist by trying to sneak a picture? Were you too afraid to take a selfie with him or her because you had just rolled out of bed and were in too much of a rush to put on makeup before leaving for your hot yoga class? Who needs … [Read more...] about Capturing Four Years in 140 Characters or Less

Nobu Lives Up to the Hype

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Photos by Monica AvilaOn the side of Pacific Coast Highway, a gorgeous, wood-covered building creates a scenic view for drivers on the way from Malibu to Santa Monica. Nobu has a unique spark from the moment one drives into the valet parking. As several people approach to open the doors of your car and greet you with joy, you feel remarkably important. The entrance has several … [Read more...] about Nobu Lives Up to the Hype

Brake Lights? Pass the Aux Cord

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Driving down PCH on weekdays is one of my least favorite things to do. And I think everyone’s mood takes a nosedive at the thought of getting on the 405 during rush hour, especially if that one Ed Sheeran song is simultaneously playing on three different radio stations. If you’re like me and have no space for music on your iPhone (and repeatedly get hit with that … [Read more...] about Brake Lights? Pass the Aux Cord