LAURA JOHNSONAssistant Life Editor After the announcement was made Jan. 7, it was as if the globe ceased to turn, at least in Hollywood anyway. Last week, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association made headlines when it canceled its annual fundraiser, more formally known as the Golden Globes, which would have raised more than $60 million this year. The original ceremony, held … [Read more...] about Golden Globe canceled
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How to be a Rock Star
NICOLE ALBERTSONLife Editor Nothing is more fabulous than the life of a rock star, who typically lives the life of luxury with fame and glory. If thoughts of this lifestyle have ever seemed appealing, now is the chance to become the next Hendrix, Clapton, Zeppelin or any other idol. Put down Guitar Hero and strap on one with real strings, no matter how scary it may seem. This … [Read more...] about How to be a Rock Star
No ‘real problem’ with Sia new album
ABBEY STELLStaff Writer You will be surprised to know that artist Sia’s new album “Some People Have Real Problems” is classified as pop. It hardly sounds like anything ever to come out of pop sensations such as Gwen Stefani or Kelly Clarkson, and Sia’s sound surpasses them by far. This third studio album of the Australian-born singer was released at the beginning of this … [Read more...] about No ‘real problem’ with Sia new album
Professional violinist charms audience at Raitt Recital Hall
ALEXIS SEBRINGLife Assistant MACK CARROLL/Asst. Photo Editor The musical passion that flowed from professional musician Nicola Benedetti’s violin at Raitt Recital Hall on Sunday was an inspiration to all who heard. The notes showered the audience and enabled them to find a key, even for a moment, to the heart of classical music. “Nicola masterfully played the violin,” said … [Read more...] about Professional violinist charms audience at Raitt Recital Hall
Weisman powers up new exhibition
JESSICA REIMERStaff Writer Walt Whitman once said he believes a leaf of grass is no less than the journeywork of the stars. What Whitman sees in the significance of a leaf, L.A. artist Charles Arnoldi sees in the beauty of a branch. While most artists use wooden brushes to paint, Arnoldi uses wood as paint. Until Mar. 30 the Frederick R. Weisman Museum is hosting a new exhibit … [Read more...] about Weisman powers up new exhibition