“Star Fox 64: 3D” pleases gamers
By Zack Gill Arts Editor The release of “Star Fox 64: 3D” ends the nearly four-month drought of quality games for the 3DS, and that is not saying much; a remake of the decade-old “Star […]
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Ke$ha displays lack of performance skills at Gibson Amphitheatre
A live performance dictates whether a group or individual actually embodies talent. It is clearly evident from her concert at the Universal City Walk Gibson Amphitheatre on June 17 that Ke$ha has no artistic ability as a singer, songwriter or performer.
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Without a cure
By Nick Block Staff Writer Don’t touch the glass. Don’t shake hands. Leave before you become infected. “Contagion”, Steven Soderbergh’s dramatic and frightening thriller, realistically shows how an unknown and highly contagious virus for which […]
The Kooks’ “Junk of the Heart” is junk
By Jake Mahr Theme Editor The biggest challenge a UK rock band often faces is the crossover to American audiences. These acts tend to find themselves with small gigs in theaters, rather than arenas but […]
Foster the People disappoints with their first album “Torches”
Foster the People created massive hype after the release of their single “Pumped Up Kicks” but failed to meet the high expectations with their mediocre debut album “Torches,” released on May 24. […]
“The Tree of Life” lacks in subatance
With a setting that spans from the beginning of time to the present, Terrence Malick’s new cinematic venture, “The Tree of Life,” is a visual splendor that is ultimately undermined by its vacant plot and character development. […]
“Submarine” puts unique twist on common theme
The subjects of teenage angst and high schoolers’ quest to lose their virginity are both frequently explored in film. Although these topics have become overused and cliched, the new film “Submarine” does a wonderful job subverting the cliches. […]
Battles’ new record, “Gloss Drop,” maintains artistic credibility
Although not as musically groundbreaking as “Mirrored,” Battles’ “Gloss Drop” is just as complex and noisy, while proving to be fun. […]
“Super 8” cleverly utilizes Spielberg magic
Following the trend of blockbusters featuring malevolent aliens and awe-inspiring heroes, director J.J. Abrams and producer Steven Spielberg have combined their talents to create “Super 8,” the latest and greatest ‘80s-inspired success to be released in theaters worldwide. […]
Arctic Monkeys’ new album “Suck It and See” rocks Palladium show
Very few bands achieve the sort of critical acclaim and worldwide success that the Arctic Monkeys have. On June 3, The Arctic Monkeys played material from new album “Suck It and See” at the Hollywood Palladium and lives up to the massive hype placed upon them for every new tour and album. […]