Brooklyn, New York noise pop band Sleigh Bells has graced their fans with “Reign of Terror,” their latest LP released Feb. 21. This album is a mind-blower. That is the best way to describe this piece of art that encapsulates loud volume, head banging lyrics, body shaking beats and vocals that can make minds explode. Duo Derek Miller and Alexis Krauss are the beauty and beast … [Read more...] about ‘Reign of Terror’
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The history of House
Coming from the electronic music genre, dubstep’s older twice-removed cousin House Music, has a long history of experimentation that has brought it to the mainstream. With current popular DJs like David Guetta and Avicii, House Music has established itself as a club staple. A genre that encompasses many subgenres, the original House Music was born in Chicago during the early … [Read more...] about The history of House
Q&A with Eduard Cos DJ Ecos
Graphic: What made you interested in becoming a House DJ? Eduard Cos (DJ Ecos): I first became interested in alternative rock music, and jazz. I started playing drums in my freshman year in high school. I had a rock band for about 5 years, and while I was listening to new styles of music that involved drumming, such as Drum & Bass, I became more familiar with all types of … [Read more...] about Q&A with Eduard Cos DJ Ecos
Senior thesis finishes strong under time crunch
Four weeks to produce, direct and assemble. A minimal $250 budget. A production crew of six. Challenge accepted. For his senior thesis, directing major Britt Hennemuth produced and directed the play “The Clean House,” an absurdist comedy written by Sarah Ruhl. The play was entirely student-run, and played in Pepperdine’s Mini Theatre (PLC 112) Feb. 9 through 11. Despite the … [Read more...] about Senior thesis finishes strong under time crunch
Break bread daily at Belgian restaurant
The sensational Le Pain Quotidien has finally arrived in The Commons Calabasas. I first discovered this Belgian farmhouse-style restaurant in London during my experience abroad. It is the perfect, cozy nook for both young and old to study, sip on a perfectly frothed cappuccino or meet friends. Le Pain Quotidien is a French phrase meaning “the daily bread.” It began in 1990 as … [Read more...] about Break bread daily at Belgian restaurant