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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

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

ALEXIS SEBRINGLife Assistant Paganini played it, Joshua Bell mastered it and freshman Alyson Austin is charming Pepperdine with it. What this instrument that perfectly fits under the chins of talented individuals? The violin. Commonly referred to as one of the most difficult instruments to pick up, the violin still has not stumped Austin. She has made her way into … [Read more...] about Artist among us: Alyson Austin

STEPHEN ROESLERStaff Writer “Wait a minute, we haven’t heard from you, Amory,” said our scrawny gringo guide with dark scruff on his white cheeks. “Mad, sad, frustrated – how do you feel?”  Sitting, hunched over with his elbows on his knees and his blonde locks covering his disappointed eyes, he began to utter, “I am disappointed, but these things happen. It’s a bummer.”  … [Read more...] about ‘Serve’ing myself in Ecuador

LAURA JOHNSONAssistant Life Editor Back in fourth grade, it was certainly un-cool to be known as the kid who shopped at the Salvation Army. Today, it seems that second-hand clothing, which prances under the term “vintage,” is not only a way to save a little cash, but also a wonderful way to be considered an ultimate fashion-forward person. Now unless one is 3 years old, … [Read more...] about Walk into glam ‘land;’ vintage look suits all