Vinyl albums are becoming quite the trendy things to buy (full disclosure: There are four hanging up on my wall). Read more...
Arts, Arts Columns
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September 26, 12:56 am
B-sides: Music app may be overwhelming
Arts Columns
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June 1, 11:58 pm
Dancing to the Venice beat at the drum circle
From the cardigan-clad woman ceremoniously dancing around the citation ticket she set on fire to the man in the tiki mask playing the bongos, it seemed that the wild spirit of the Venice Beach Drum Circle remains unbroken despite the prevalence of security. Read more...
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Participants sing and dance with the Venice Beach Drum Circle on Sunday. The event attracts music lovers of all ages and backgrounds.
courtesy of ALEXANDER GALLAGHER–SOLTES
Arts, Arts Columns
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May 26, 11:14 pm
New television shows must leave a lasting impression on audiences to survive cuts for new fall lineups
It might be a coincidence that the time periods of graduation and TV fall schedule announcements happen to coincide. Read more...
Arts, Arts Columns, Music
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May 25, 1:51 am
Audio City: _Artists showcase talents in co-op housing_
Because artists are already in the business of sharing their works and ideas, perhaps they are naturally inclined to share their living space "“ and chores "“ in cooperative housing. Read more...
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At the Treehouse on Strathmore Avenue, guitars hang on the walls and open mic nights are held to showcase a variety of performers, from rappers to magicians.
Arts, Arts Columns
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May 22, 11:24 pm
Pop Psychology: All good things come to an end
It's funny how unprepared we always are for endings. Here I am, for example, not at all ready to write my last "Pop Psychology" column. Read more...
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In the “Chuck” season finale, Sarah Walker (Yvonne Strahovski) and Chuck Bartowski (Zachary Levi) tie the knot, solidifying their long-developing relationship.
(NBC)
Arts, Arts Columns
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May 20, 10:54 am
ABC comedy show 'Happy Endings' gets a second chance after being in danger of cancellation
Watching the first few episodes of a new show is often like getting through the first few weeks with a new roommate. Read more...
Arts, Arts Columns, Film & TV
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May 13, 12:04 am
Endangered Series: _New NBC reality singing competition 'The Voice' lacks blind objectivity_
For many of us, superficiality has been inescapable since preschool. The reality singing competition "The Voice" is like going through the first week of classes without anyone paying attention to what you're wearing. Read more...
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NBC’s newest reality show “The Voice” is a singing competition in which professional singers mentor and critique contestants competing for a record deal.
Credit: Lewis Jacobs/NBC