The Kooks’ “Junk of Heart” is junk
Jake Mahr Theme Editor The biggest challenge a UK rock band often faces is its transition into the American market. These acts tend to find themselves with small gigs in theaters, instead of arenas. For […]
Year: 2011
Blitzen Trapper sound flourished in “American Golding”
Danny Kelleher Executive News Editor “When I’m gone, you’ll know me by the friends I leave behind.” These monumental words from Blitzen Trapper’s latest album, “American Goldwing,” echo in the listener’s ear, making it clear […]
“Straw Dogs” throws audiences a bone with strong performances
Dylan Fair Arts Editor “Straw Dogs,” the remake of Sam Peckinpah’s 1971 cult classic, offers new simplicity and an Americanized twist on a violent tale of right and wrong. The new direction of the film […]
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“True Blood” loses plausibility
When school winds down and summer sets in, vampire enthusiasts around the nation anticipate the return of television creator Alan Ball’s “True Blood.” Set in the boondocks of Louisiana, “True Blood” began as an allegory for the gay rights movement by substituting vampires for homosexuals. Now, as “True Blood” enters its fourth season, that premise has all but evaporated. […]
Warrior delivers a knockout punch
Ari Howorth Staff Writer While most sports movies address family bonds and the strain put on them by the trails of athletics, Gavin O’Connor’s new mixed martial arts drama, “Warrior,” brings a fresh spin to […]
The Drums “Portamento” is nothing but background music
Duncan Gregory Theme Editor The Drums’ lead singer Johnny Pierce claims their newly released “Portamento” is inspired by his extreme religious roots and contains motifs from societal violence and transgenderism. Unfortunately, The Drums’ all-important follow […]
LVBA, coming to a court near you
There are two activities that the La Vista staff is always wildly enthusiastic about: Scholar Quiz and basketball. However, with the four La Vista members of Team Shaw dominating last year’s Scholar Quiz competition, we have now shifted our attention to the hardwood. […]
Costa cross country travels to Costa Mesa
On September 17 in Costa Mesa the Mira Costa cross country team successfully put away rumors that they would not be a threat this year without their number one and two girls who graduated.
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Girls cross country shines, boys fall just short
By Ryan Franklin Sports Editor The Mira Costa boys and girls cross country team hit the road for their first Bay League meet on Sept. 21 at Redondo Union High School. In a meet that […]