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Streaking was a popular fad in ’70s

By David Jones
Entertainment Writer
April 1, 2012

Springtime brings flowers that blossom and let it all hang out, and in 1974, many University students followed suit. Streaking became a national craze in the '70s as disrobed revelers invaded various sporting...

Co-op Bookstore founder W.A. Prescott (left) stands outside his store’s original location on West Chimes Street.

North Gate Nostalgia

By Josh Naquin
Entertainment Writer
April 1, 2012

New face, same soul. That's the motto for the businesses in the North Gate area's North Gate Fest, but the mantra holds true for the West Chimes Street businesses' day-to-day and year-to-year operations. Clarke...

RevRanks: Shinedown, “Amaryllis”

By Austen Krantz
Entertainment Writer
March 28, 2012

In an era where post-grunge hard rock is managing its few last gasps of breath, Shinedown's "Amaryllis" lets out a faint whimper. With repetitive, commercially-metal guitar work, a constant, deep bass...

RevRanks: Angry Birds Space

By Taylor Balkom
Entertainment Writer
March 28, 2012

Angry Birds Space is the third bird-flinging game to come out of Finnish studio Rovio. But unlike Angry Birds Seasons and Angry Birds Rio, the right to crush the green pigs soars to outer space. Also unlike...

RevRanks: Clay Aiken, “Steadfast”

By David Jones
Entertainment Writer
March 28, 2012

Clay Aiken's fiftth studio album, "Steadfast," is an ode to the classic tunes of the '50s and '60s. Filled with era-specific pop gems coated with the velvety smooth voice that launched Aiken to stardom...

 

RevRanks: Miike Snow, “Happy To You”

By Haylie Navarre
Entertainment Writer
March 28, 2012

The second full-length album from Swedish group Miike Snow is the perfect marriage of electro-synth and pop. That should come as no surprise, considering two-thirds of the group is composed of producers...

 

RevRanks: All-American Rejects, “Kids in the Street”

By Josh Naquin
Entertainment Writer
March 28, 2012

All-American Rejects fans looking for more of the band's signature angst and cathartic lyrics are advised to move along. "Kids In the Street " is an eclectic mix of 11 tracks that resemble the many directions...

RevRanks: Madonna, “MDNA”

By Ryan Buxton
Associate Managing Editor
March 28, 2012

She's still the Queen of Pop, but it's been a while since Madonna made innovative, edgy and boundary-pushing music. Lately she's more content continuing her chameleonic adaptation to trends of the day,...

University student is ‘bringing streets to the canvas’ with his own personal ‘graffiti

By David Jones
Entertainment Writer
March 28, 2012

Many may see the collage of bright, bold shapes that cover many parts of the city as reckless acts of vandalism, but Samuel Varela views it as self-expression through art. The graphic design junior plans...

Music festivals offer a variety of options

By Austen Krantz
Entertainment Writer
March 28, 2012

Music Festivals have become nationals staples, especially among college students looking to embrace their musical tastes. Here's a look at some of the most anticipated upcoming festivals. Coachella Valley...

‘Draping’ ­- the new online photo trend

By Gordon Brillon
Contributing Writer
March 27, 2012

Now that planking and Tebowing have trickled down through the masses, it's time for a new photo fad to take the throne. "Draping" is the latest in a long series of online fads in which people strike an...

The Fitting Room: Expression is the theme when purchasing a modern tee

By Al Burks
Columnist
March 27, 2012

The clothes college students choose to cover their backs with are always evolving, but one consistency is the always-classic T-shirt. Though the popularity of the fashion staple hasn't changed, what has...