Monday, September 22, 1997 Harmony, Not Thugs RAP: By Jeff Hilger Daily Bruin Contributor When music historians look back at the second half of the ’90s, hip-hop and rap may be the music genres to dominate the history books. Read more...

Monday, September 22, 1997 Rent COMMENTARY: The holiday musical ‘Rent’ combines many elements of American culture while transcending ethnicity, sexuality. By Cheryl Klein Daily Bruin Senior Staff hristmas is coming early this year – in the form of "Rent," a holiday musical that has good cause to celebrate. Read more...

Monday, September 22, 1997 College reps link listeners to source of new sounds STUDENTS: Students help promote bands, open doors at record labels By Jeremy Engel Daily Bruin Contributor Music blasts from the speakers at noon on a sunny day in Westwood Plaza. Read more...

Monday, September 22, 1997 Time hasn’t warped ‘Rocky Horror’ TRADITION: Movie still thrives on cult following, draws nostalgic crowds By Cheryl Klein Daily Bruin Senior Staff The "Rocky Horror Picture Show" is a little like a time warp. Read more...

Monday, September 22, 1997 Upbeat sounds of ska carve niche in music mainstream TRENDS: Reggae-flavored genre loses underground status as popularity rises By Tim Yun Daily Bruin Contributor After years of toiling in the underground/independent record scene, it appears that ska music has finally arrived, finding its niche in the music world. Read more...

Monday, September 22, 1997 Steppin’ displays form of unity within African American groups DANCE: Fraternities, sororities use tradition to create a fellowship By Stephanie Sheh Daily Bruin Senior Staff It was at the Olympics in Atlanta. Read more...

Monday, September 22, 1997 Life’s drama sets theatrical stage AIDS: Plays documenting tragedy aim to help heal and educate audiences By Cheryl Klein Daily Bruin Senior Staff The things Ronald Dennis has seen. Read more...