UCLA alumnus Gil Kenan has barely scratched the surface of his film career and Steven Spielberg already wants him out of Hollywood. Actually, Spielberg requested that Kenan leave the country. Read more...

Muse “Black Holes and Revelations” Warner Bros. Records 2.5 paws Muse is one of the few bands that fans love and detractors hate for the same reason. Read more...

Thom Yorke “The Eraser” XL Recordings 4 paws If there’s one thing Radiohead does consistently, it’s making music that blows people away. From the anthems of “The Bends” to the electronic beauty of “Kid A” and the diverse punch of 2003’s “Hail to the Thief,” the band many consider the world’s best doesn’t pull any stylistic punches. Read more...

“The God of Hell” Geffen Playhouse THROUGH JULY 30 Playwright Sam Shepard has written more than 45 plays, won 11 Obie awards and is a Pulitzer-prize winning author, so one wonders why his latest play, “The God of Hell,” induces pulling of hair and gnashing of teeth. Read more...

While many students rush to leave UCLA during the summer to return to their homes, a select group of talented musicians from all over the world await their turn to arrive on campus. Read more...

I shamelessly check people out. I want to see how their clothes fit, not because I’m personally interested in their bodies, but because I’m fascinated with comfort and how it collides with style. Read more...

For many people sporting Mohawks or donning extremely tight female pants, there is one date that is penned on their calendars the entire year ““ the date the Vans Warped Tour rolls into town, bringing along 100-plus bands performing for a ticket price of $25. Read more...