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Derek SedamAssistant Online Editor Malibu beats and rhymes may work for L.C. and MTV, but ultimately fails to impress the rest. It takes a quick crash-course lesson in the new ways of the music industry to describe Malibu “chill-hop” artist Shwayze’s self-titled debut. It’s all about the hype and not much else. Bloggers have hyped bands with only demos and made them headliners … [Read more...] about Shwayze’s first studio album a real ‘buzz’ kill

Victoria HawkinsStaff Writer It has become one of the political arena’s most contested topics of the summer — Caruso Family Chair and Professor of Constitutional Law Douglas Kmiec denounced and denied Communion for possessing and professing the very idea that a man who doesn’t have “pro-life” branded on his forehead could do this country a service. The issue was sparked by … [Read more...] about Communion Wrongly Withheld

Taylor BirdAssistant Sports Editor After a disappointing 2007 campaign of mixed results and missed expectations, the Pepperdine women’s soccer team, piloted by a veteran core of six juniors and six seniors, is determined to do in 2008 what it has not done since 2005 — get back to the NCAA Tournament and become a powerhouse in the West Coast Conference. “Our team goals are … [Read more...] about Soccer Shut Out at Home

Alexis SebringSports Assistant Brett Hunter used to attend Pepperdine University. He used to be an advertising major. He used to be a pitcher for the Waves. But now, Hunter has officially shed those labels to climb one step closer to the big leagues.  This would-be senior signed his acceptance to a contract that would prove life-altering. He had until Aug. 15 to make a … [Read more...] about Former Wave Goes Pro

Nicole KliestLife & Arts Assistant Editor Note: There are amazing slices of California just waiting to be explored. This weekly series will inform students about ways to make the most of the outdoors. With Labor Day weekend approaching, and most assuredly all beachside camping spots reserved in advanced, a quality, and introductory, hiking trail can be a great way to start … [Read more...] about Walking uphill with a purpose proves worthwhile in Malibu Creek