Feel-good Soul/Hip-hop Band Elevaters releases new album “Come Alive,” reminiscent of Daft Punk
I have to say, I have not listened to this feel-good “rock ‘n’ soul” band in what seems like seven years, but this group has always been one of my […]
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The Queen of Rock & Roll Lzzy “Halestorm” Hale outshines Country’s Eric Church at CMT Awards 2014
The country world is becoming a soft one, but when you add back its grit and intensity, you get one amazing, show-stealing rock ‘n’ roll performance. Queen rocker Lzzy Hale, arising from hard-rock […]
Milo Greene Interview: Making alma mater UCI swoon at Summerlands Festival 2014
Swooning guitar licks, groovy rhythms, mesmerizing vocals and five cool-looking front(wo)men is all you need to describe Milo Greene. Last Friday, Milo Greene, a cinematic indie-pop band comprising of four […]
Summerlands Festival 2014 [New University Publication]
It was a clear day for Summerlands festival–goers as classes ended and the three–day weekend approached. More than three thousand students lined up at the gate surrounding the main-stage in […]
Kina Grannis Interview: “Elements,” College and Why she does Music
The sun was out and air cool over UC Irvine’s Aldrich Park last Friday afternoon. As classes were ending and staff dwindled in and out of the park to set up, students […]
Kina Grannis Explores Her ‘Elements’ (Album Review) [New University Publication]
Kina Grannis has been in the music game for several years with whispering vocals, rhythmic guitars, a cool bass line and impassioned lyrics. Since winning a Super Bowl commercial contest […]
“Chef” movie excites your appetite and love for summer (Review)
If you’re looking for a movie to tease your tastebuds and excite your appetite, Chef may be cooking up something just for you. Image Source: Chef Movie – Teaser Trailer […]
Dia Frampton presents Archis as she opens for Lindsey Stirling at City National Grove of Anaheim (5-14-2014)
New article update, “Ten Years Later, Dia Frampton (ARCHIS, Meg & Dia, The Voice) Is Still Pushing” available. Archis (Dia Frampton) opening for Lindsey Stirling The City National Grove of […]
Dia Frampton’s new music project, Archis, sheds some real “Blood” [Music Premiere]
I admit I was a bit skeptical about Dia Frampton‘s turn towards more electronic/EDM-infused sounds. As a long-time follower of her early sister-duo pop-rock/indie band Meg & Dia in the late […]
Kina Grannis’ laughs, mishaps and sentiments at her “Elements” Album Release Show: A video compilation
Kina Grannis (w/ Imaginary Future) “Elements” Album Release Show The Troubadour, Los Angeles, CA Tuesday, May 6, 2014 Relive the experience with me! Here is my little video compilation, complete with […]
Kina Grannis let the fire out and created sentimental space in the Troubadour: “Elements” album release and kick-off tour
When you love something that much, it’s hard to get it off your mind. And when you find something that just fits with you and sticks, you’ve got every reason to keep that alive in […]
Zac Efron reveals inspiring drive after struggles with Teen Stardom and Addiction to ‘The Hollywood Reporter’
Zac Efron graces the cover of May 9’s issue of The Hollywood Reporter and, as he was once everyone’s tween heartthrob, he reveals that his path since stardom has not been entirely easy to grapple with. […]
“The Real Chris Brown”
“The Real Chris Brown” from David Alan on Vimeo. ”For a long time he was really angry, and he felt like he couldn’t get away from it, no matter what […]
The story of “Lovelace” will break your heart
Linda Lovelace, the late porn star turned feminist anti-porn activist whose fame skyrocketed in 1972 with “Deep Throat,” is someone with a shattering story that deserves to be heard. Movie […]
“Divergent” and Shailene Woodley succeeds in being a vulnerable, action-packed thriller
When you live in a world free to choose who you want to be, the act of taking a test that determines who you are–or supposed to be–can be frightening. […]
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