Photos by Sam Finnegan The class of 2019 kicked off their final year in style with Rock the Brock, Thursday, Aug. 30. Seniors shuttled up to the Brock House for the annual senior year kick-off party hosted by President Andrew K. Benton. All students who attended the event were entered into a raffle pool for an assortment of prizes and signed a guitar that would be one of the … [Read more...] about Class of 2019 Rocks Out for AKB’s Last Rock the Brock
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Red Hot Chili Peppers Represent During Their Hometown Shows
Photos by Matt Benton Los Angeles Natives, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, recently performed three sold-out shows at Staples Center on their tour for their latest album "The Getaway." After 34 years of producing acclaimed music and touring every corner of the globe, the Chili Peppers brought a high-energy performance to their hometown crowd last week. They had incredible … [Read more...] about Red Hot Chili Peppers Represent During Their Hometown Shows
Concert Corner: The Griswolds
Photos by Matt BentonThe alternative hit band, Walk The Moon stopped in L.A. at the Hollywood Palladium this past Thursday for their 2015 North American tour featuring the extremely talented indie rock band, The Griswolds whose breakout single ‘Heart of a Lion’ was an iTunes Single of the Week. Walk The Moon is on tour for their second studio album, ‘Talking … [Read more...] about Concert Corner: The Griswolds
5 Reasons Why KISS’ Gene Simmons isn’t Only His Tongue
Photo Courtesy of Give Me Gimmicks Gene Simmons, the famed member of the band KISS, may be thought of by some as purely a “rock god.” While he is the “God of Thunder,” there is a brain under all his make-up. In light of the recent release of his new book, “Me, Inc.” here’s a few reasons why Gene Simmons is still relevant and should not be underestimated. A … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons Why KISS’ Gene Simmons isn’t Only His Tongue
Arcade Fire showcases reflection on new album
Indie music has acquired a certain connotation, be it the expectation of an unconventional sound that is becoming the norm or commercially relevant irrelevance manufactured by fame-hating artists seeking unbridled fame. As a departure from the mainstream created by artists who eschewed the A-list for the comfort of the B and C crowds, the core of indie music has become elusive … [Read more...] about Arcade Fire showcases reflection on new album