Glee Soundtrack
June 10, 2010 • Rebecca Hammock, writer
Filed under Entertainment, Music, Uncategorized
From the popular TV show, Glee, comes their first soundtrack, a compilation of covers of various songs that have been featured on season one of the show. I don’t watch Glee. I’ve seen a few episodes of it, and quite frankly, I was bored. But I have to admit that though I don’t usually... Read more »
Recovery – Eminem
June 10, 2010 • Jake Barnes
Filed under Entertainment, Music
9.5 out of 10 In his second album of the year, Eminem kick starts his old ways of rage and destruction that pushed some historic singles, for example The Marshall Mathers LP’s “Kill You,” into number ones. “Not Afraid,” the first single off of “Recovery,” and... Read more »
Abomination Domination
June 10, 2010 • Sebastian Langkilde, Writer
Filed under Entertainment, Music
Fresh on the scene, I Am Abomination released their first full length record. The five-piece hail from Taylor, Michigan, and self released their EP, “Jaw Dropper”, in 2008. I Am Abomination channel post-hardcore with progressive rock, sonically emulating the Craig Owens era of Chiodos but... Read more »
Beach House- Teen Dream Album Review
February 28, 2010 • Kasie Shahbaz
Filed under Entertainment, Music
Beach House broke through the indie music scene with anterior album Devotion which set the tone for a dream-pop experience. Fans did not know what to expect from Teen Dream, their newest LP, but could only hope it made them feel as wholeheartedly pleased as the previous album. It did not disappoint;... Read more »
John Mayer-Battle Studies
January 15, 2010 • Jake Barnes, Staff Writer
Filed under Entertainment, Featured A&E, Music
“I was a killer/Was the best they’d ever seen. I’d steal your heart before you’d ever heard a thing.” John Mayer’s fourth studio album “Battle Studies” tells the stories of Mayer’s life and love. The new record tells heart shattering stories... Read more »
Beyoncé-I Am… Yours
January 15, 2010 • Jake Barnes, Staff Writer
Filed under Entertainment, Featured A&E, Music
Three songs come to mind when you think of Beyoncé “Single Ladies” “Crazy In Love” and “Naughty Girl.” Not many people know that there is much more to the 28 year old singer than dancing and fun lyrics. “I wanna do something a little different, Tonight... Read more »
Playing for Change-Songs Around the World
January 15, 2010 • Jake Barnes, Staff Writer
Filed under Entertainment, Featured A&E, Music
Every song on “Songs Around The World” is a soulful masterpiece on its own, bringing a blend of deep blues and heart shining reggae. Playing For Change re-invents classics such as “Stand By Me” and “Better Man” while bringing their own blend of musical composition... Read more »
Dashboard Confessional-Alter the Ending
January 15, 2010 • Jake Barnes, Staff Writer
Filed under Entertainment, Featured A&E, Music
Emo music has changed in a lot of ways since the beginning of the genre. Dashboard Confessional, though, holds on to their roots with their new album “Alter the Ending.” The record begins with the calm hit “Get Me Right” and progress with the solid sounds throughout songs like... Read more »
Local Band “The Material” Brings The Edge
November 11, 2009
Filed under Entertainment, Music
Currently returning from a United States tour, San Diego’s very own rock marvel, The Material, is gaining popularity with their upbeat tempos combined with the mellifluous melody of Colleen D’Agostino’s voice. Throughout both albums, sound textures are dabbled with to create a euphoria of minor... Read more »
Indie Band ‘Cracks’ Interest in San Diego
November 11, 2009 • Kayne Friesen
Filed under Entertainment, Music
Though much excitement was built over the soothing, yet out-of-whack, Dirty Projectors, one had to wonder “what they were smoking”? The Casbah in downtown San Diego is known for their steady booking of indie shows, or whatever appeals to the hipsters now-a-days. However, the headlining act, the Dirty... Read more »
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