Transparency item: A review provides an informed and opinionated critique. These informed critiques are published to make a recommendation to readers. This review is the opinion of the writer.When one hears an album as ethereal as “Imaginal Disk,” it's a solemn reminder of how magical music can be. Released on Aug. 23 by Magdalena Bay, the Los Angeles-based … [Read more...] about Review: Magdalena Bay Release 2024’s Best Album Yet
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Upcoming Entertainment to See and Hear This Semester
This past year has already been chock-full of great releases across all mediums, perhaps most poignantly characterized by the electropop craze fueled by Charli XCX’s “Brat” album and the similarly electric Luca Guadagnino movie “Challengers.” Yet, there are tons of major releases in entertainment to keep an eye out for throughout the fall semester. August The month is … [Read more...] about Upcoming Entertainment to See and Hear This Semester
Opinion: Hobbies Improve Emotional Health
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. I believe college can be a stressful time for students as there is constant pressure to study, get good grades and be social at the same time. Students who have a full day of classes can experience college burnout which may … [Read more...] about Opinion: Hobbies Improve Emotional Health
That’s Our Place: Boutique LA Music Venues Share Their History
Editors Note: Sammie Wuensche is a Pepperdine 2023 alumna and a former assistant photo editor for the Graphic. Are you looking for guitar-heavy music? Don't "fret." Trumpet music? Find a place to "blow off" some steam. Loud drums? There are some "smashing" performances. With over 400 live music venues in Los Angeles, choosing the right one for a particular memory, style of … [Read more...] about That’s Our Place: Boutique LA Music Venues Share Their History
Opinion: Poetry Can Speak to People in Different Ways
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. As a kid, I rarely went anywhere without books. I was able to focus on the story in crowded places full of noise and could remember important details long after I finished the book. This habit has dwindled somewhat in my … [Read more...] about Opinion: Poetry Can Speak to People in Different Ways