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’12 Memories’ informs listeners of Travis’ influence but maintains a unique sound. By Nathanael Breeden Staff Writer Often mentioned in the same breath as Radiohead and Coldplay, the Scottish band Travis continues to insist on being unique. Though their music is blatantly similar to some of their contemporaries, particularly from Britain, the overriding theme of their latest … [Read more...] about New Travis offers lyrical realism, beauty

By Elice Giorgione Staff Writer Recently my friend Leslie and I drove into Hollywood, navigated through an hour of brutal movie premiere traffic, paid $2 to park five stories underground, expertly evaded some very frightening characters on the sidewalk and then shelled out an entire 10 bucks each at the overpriced Mann Chinese 6 Theater. All this was to secure front row, very … [Read more...] about Film leaves viewers up a cold creek

Bridge School Benefit Concert capitalizes on fans’ love of music to help kids. By Peter Celauro A&E Editor Toss a duffle bag of clothes, some munchies, a couple of close friends and a map into the back of a car and you’ve got the makings of a great road trip. Add a blanket and a set of tickets to the Bridge School Benefit Concert, however, and you’ve got the makings of an … [Read more...] about A noteworthy roster for a noble cause

For Eric Downs, acting at Pep is more than a passion…it’s tradition. By Jen Clay A&E Assistant Four years ago, as a senior in high school, Eric Downs visited Pepperdine to audition for the music department. “Our first day here happened to be opening night of the musical, which was Evita,” he said. “My dad and I were just blown away.  I knew that – not only was the school … [Read more...] about The tunes of Tevye

A tortured soul gives hope and light even after his candle burns out. By Brent Russo Staff Writer I have a close friend who likes to listen to Elliott Smith whenever she’s down. It makes her, as she says, “feel good about being depressed.” I feel the same way; somehow sad music has the power to uplift me. Yet, since the singer-songwriter’s death at age 34, my friend cannot … [Read more...] about From a basement on the hill…