Evelyn BargeAsst. A&E Editor Graham Shea/ Assistant Photo Editor While the members of Soundmind will openly acknowledge they sometimes clash over artistic differences, there is one thing they’re not willing to discuss: the exact origins of their band name. “It’s from the Bible, but that’s all I’ll say,” said senior speech communication major and Soundmind bassist Brian … [Read more...] about Soundmind explores musical possiblities
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Plastic surgery shows cut too deep
Evelyn BargeAsst. A&E Editor Since the season premiere of “The Swan” hit TV screens across America on Monday, I’ve been asking myself some serious questions about why plastic surgery makeover shows are so popular. First, there was “A Personal Story.” The TLC show, which is no longer on air, followed individuals as they went under the knife to improve their looks and … [Read more...] about Plastic surgery shows cut too deep
City of Angels Film Festival asks tough questions
Amy LarosnStaff Writer Think that filmmaking and theology have absolutely nothing in common? City of the Angels Film Festival proves otherwise. This year, City of the Angels Film Festival held Oct. 22 to 24 at the Directors Guild of America Theatres, celebrated its 10th year of working toward its mission: “To identify and showcase movies that probe the ambiguities of human … [Read more...] about City of Angels Film Festival asks tough questions
Zoot Suits Swing in Smothers
Jen ClayStaff Writer Courtesy of Center For The Arts What’s left for neo-swing rockers Big Bad Voodoo Daddy?They’ve conquered everything from Vince Vaughn movies (“Swingers”) to televised football (via the 1999 Superbowl halftime show) to televised gymnastics (via Carly Patterson’s recent gold-medal floor routine to “Mr. Pinstripe Suit”). What’s left is more tours, more tours … [Read more...] about Zoot Suits Swing in Smothers
Ben Folds rocks sold out show
Jen ClayStaff Writer With the breakup of his three-piece band, Ben Folds Five in 2000, Ben Folds boldly stated “nobody gives a s--- about piano rock.” Four years, a pseudo-feud with Korn, a Ben Folds solo album, a solo-live album and a few extended players later, music fans (presumably) still don’t care about piano rock. But they certainly turned out in droves to Ben Folds’ … [Read more...] about Ben Folds rocks sold out show