Joi Carr, professor of English and Film, takes part in the Engaged Symposium on Nov. 3. Carr spoke with Cedric the Entertainer and said she asked him about his work as a producer. Photos courtesy of Joi Carr An author, professor, singer-songwriter and a woman in leadership are just a few words to portray her, said Joi Carr, professor of English and Film. From singing in … [Read more...] about From Music to Teaching: Pepperdine Film Professor Shares Her Journey
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Fresh Faces: Transfer Finds Her Voice at Pepperdine
Photos courtesy of Diamond LongsTransfer Diamond Longs poses for a portrait during a photoshoot for her new song "Love X 25," which she released Aug. 28. Longs transferred to Pepperdine this year after attending College of the Canyons in Santa Clarita, California.Diamond Longs is from Santa Clarita, CA, so she said the idea of attending Pepperdine was always in the back of her … [Read more...] about Fresh Faces: Transfer Finds Her Voice at Pepperdine
Making Music in the Dark
Photo by Milan LoiaconoDJ, music producer, music engineer and junior Rowland Evans lives most of his creative life in the dark.Evans, who began working as a DJ when he was 12, now focuses on producing electronic and house music.“Once you get a good idea, you’re not leaving it,” Evans said. “There is something really romantic about staying up late and … [Read more...] about Making Music in the Dark
Bands, Fans and Bandwagon Fans: Artist Spotlight — Brandon Harper aka Beau Golden
Photo courtesy of Brandon Harper“Ultimately as people, we just want to be happy.”Though a simple quote, it seamlessly exposes the reason of our actions as humans. I had the pleasure of interviewing the talented singer, songwriter and producer Brandon Harper who professionally goes by Beau Golden. Harper explains how creating music gives him a special sense of … [Read more...] about Bands, Fans and Bandwagon Fans: Artist Spotlight — Brandon Harper aka Beau Golden
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