LAURA JOHNSONA&E Assistant Editor Tom and Dick Smothers have absolutely no relation to Flora Smothers, who donated the money for Smothers Theater. Still, they will be performing there once again to a sold out crowd this Friday, Sept. 15. After over 46 years in the business, the Smothers Brothers comedy duo has had more than ample time to become an absolutely perfected … [Read more...] about Brotherly love brings laughs
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Harper strums inspiration in latest album release MARC CHOQUETTEOnline Content Manager Those who have traveled overseas know the kinds of nostalgic effects those places can have one one’s emotions. Street scenes, architecture, people and natural landscapes all combine to give one a completely unique feeling and often can serve as a creative catalyst. Perhaps this is why … [Read more...] about Photo courtesy Capitol Records
Event brews best of musical talent
HAYLEY LERCHStaff Writer You might not need that venti quadruple-shot whipped-cream-topped caramel macchiato — the lineup of performers at Pepperdine’s annual Double Shot Coffeehouse this weekend will amp you up more than any caffeinated drink can. And, no matter how particular you are about your coffee, in the way of music, this coffeehouse holds something for everyone. The … [Read more...] about Event brews best of musical talent
Dancing with the beat of life
LAURA JOHNSONA&E Assistant Editor I never wanted to be one of those girls who come to Malibu and don’t learn to ride to a wave, but after three years, I have yet to be successful with the endeavor. Maybe I just havn’t found the perfect teacher — I don’t know. However, this does not mean I don’t do the ocean. The beach this weekend was heaven. Although swimming in the … [Read more...] about Dancing with the beat of life
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Guitar contest to air on TV SHANNON URTNOWSKIA&E Editor It has been one year in the making, but the wait is over. A documentary about distinguished professor of music Christopher Parkening’s first-ever guitar competition will air on KCET-PBS. Parkening, a two-time grammy nominated and world-renowned classical guitarist, organized the competition, which took place between … [Read more...] about Photo courtesy Ron Hall