Upon surveying the boot-stomping, hooping and hollering crowd at Borderline, I couldn’t help but wonder, where did all these pseudo-Texans come from? When did the residents of Los Angeles County learn to two-step? I concluded that Texas has finally given teeth to its claim of being a whole different country and has begun to colonize its biggest rival state. I had been looking … [Read more...] about The Bucket List: Line dancing pushes hidden agenda
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Red Hot Chili Peppers release new album after five-year hiatus
The Red Hot Chili Peppers have finally released their 10th album “I’m With You,” after five low-key years since their last album, “Stadium Arcadium.” RHCP appear to have slightly returned to the style they generated when Dave Navarro was in charge of the guitar, due to the fact that in 2009 their longtime axe-man John Frusciante left the band for good. Many longtime Chili … [Read more...] about Red Hot Chili Peppers release new album after five-year hiatus
Rudd’s ‘Idiot’ makes for good laughs
Paul Rudd breaks out of his “straight man” role as the loveable Ned in this heart-felt comedy about a dude whom society deems as being careless and clueless, but who may actually offer a perspective we could all learn something from. The film was a bit formulaic and vaguely familiar, tending to rely on sentiment more than clever quips or meaningful dialogue. Ned is the … [Read more...] about Rudd’s ‘Idiot’ makes for good laughs
Back to the 'Bu
The Student Programming Board* hosted the first ever “Back to the ’Bu” back-to-school beach bash Friday, Sept. 2. Students who attended were shuttled to and from the event, which was held at Zuma Beach, only a short drive from campus. Around 200 students showed up for socializing, volleyball, Jamba Juice and La Salsa. “It’s not about the numbers. It’s about the fun,” senior … [Read more...] about Back to the 'Bu
This Day in History: Sept 8
1504, Michelangelo revealed “David” in Florence. The huge hunk of marble from which “David” was carved had actually been lying around for about 40 years before Michelangelo got to it. When he did get his hands on it, or rather his hammer and chisel, it took him about two to three years to finish his work. Now, here’s a basic explanation of sculpting I hope surprises you as much … [Read more...] about This Day in History: Sept 8