Bluedive's Aiden Dixon performs their unreleased song, "Gallows Gal" on Sept. 18 in the Amphitheatre. Dixon said it was his favorite song to perform. Photos by Mellissa Huston Pepperdine’s radio show, KWVS, hosted their live concert — KWVS Live — in the Amphitheatre on Sept. 18 in collaboration with Creative Connection and the Art Club. The concert included a lineup of … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Gets a Taste of LA’s Underground Music Scene at KWVS Live
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Guide to Venues for Concert-goers and Music Lovers
Mercury, the band, opens for The Backseat Lovers at The Observatory, a small venue in Santa Ana, Calif., March 9. First-year Joseph Bowman said he was especially impressed with this opener.Attending a school in Southern California provides opportunities to join the concert scene. From Los Angeles to San Diego, there are many options for anyone and everyone.Students share their … [Read more...] about Guide to Venues for Concert-goers and Music Lovers
Bands, Fans and Bandwagon Fans
Illustration by Kat NanceI have been through many music phases, from my love of anything featuring Hannah Montana to my fifth grade obsession with “hardcore rap,” aka Drake. However, music has always been a constant that I haven’t been able to shake, indicating to me that my passion for music was and is not a “phase.”I am a singer, songwriter and … [Read more...] about Bands, Fans and Bandwagon Fans
Radio Station Revamps With Updated Recording Studio to Accommodate Live Bands
Photo courtesy of Emma CravenThe Smiths’ poster on the wall and The Beatles’ record on the counter are proof that walking into KWVS station is entering a place preserved by nostalgia.The student-run radio station has been on the air since 1963 and is aiming to gain more shows and dedicated listeners this year, according to the hosts. KWVS has received funding for … [Read more...] about Radio Station Revamps With Updated Recording Studio to Accommodate Live Bands
Pepperdine Radio Station Hosts First November Collective Night
Photos by Caroline Laganas The shrill from the electric guitar and penetrating sound from the kick drum saturated the CCB studio. The concrete floor softly glowed indigo underneath the cobalt and pink lights that illuminated the studio. The melodies filled the intimate space while almost 30 stood by and listened. Local bands from Los Angeles showcased their musical … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Radio Station Hosts First November Collective Night