DEREK SEDAMStaff Writer Why is it so hard compiling a second album? It has plagued massive amounts of bands over the past few years. Whether they go all Springsteen on us like The Killers or shade their emo edge like The Academy Is, the new generation of bands has been demanded to top their last album or fail miserably trying. Instead they end up taking drastic steps that … [Read more...] about ‘Tapes’ walk thin line on second release
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Artist among us: Ellen Anne Harboe
JESSICA BIBERCurrents Editor Junior EllenAnne Harboe is one of those people you just can’t help but like. With ringlets in her hair and an easy smile on her face, Harboe is a Southern belle who is an artist in more ways than one. An art major with an emphasis in sculpture, her preferred form of design is functional, earthy pottery. When not in the art studio, however, she can … [Read more...] about Artist among us: Ellen Anne Harboe
Modern ‘Hamlet’ kills original
ALEXIS SEBRINGLife Assistant Seeing Pepperdine’s version of “Hamlet” without being familiar with the play may leave some viewers confused. But for the rest, it puts a spin on what Shakespearean readers know and love. “Hamlet” opened Tuesday in Smothers Theatre and runs until Saturday. It portrays the story of a mourning young man who was confronted by the spirit of his … [Read more...] about Modern ‘Hamlet’ kills original
‘Ketchup’ with the Dolce Group
NICOLE KLEISTStaff Writer Since 2003 the Dolce Group has been serving up style in generous proportions. With restaurants sprinkled throughout Los Angeles, the group has made a name for itself by attracting not only attention-thirsty celebrities but also those looking for cuisine with a little something more. The restaurants in the Dolce Group include Dolce Enoteca e … [Read more...] about ‘Ketchup’ with the Dolce Group
Pep alum breaks into records
ALEXIS SEBRINGLife Assistant What do you get if you put passion, dedication and a Pepperdine alumnus all together? The answer is Robert Shahnazarian, Jr., the producer of Feudal Records in Burbank, Calif. Shahnazarian moved from Palm Springs to Southern California when he got accepted to Pepperdine University. After graduating, his experience with the music business was … [Read more...] about Pep alum breaks into records