Review: Fifty Shades of Grey
Photo by Robert Huskey Unless you have been hiding under a rock for the last year, you have most likely heard about Fifty Shades of Grey. If you are a woman, you have likely read or are thinking about...
View ArticleDevil Said Bang, he’s having a hell of a day
Courtesy of Richard Kadrey If you are looking for an adult humoured, dark yet funny, dangerous but nerdy new book to read, then look no further. Richard Kadrey brings you Devil Said Bang. This is the...
View ArticleFall under the magic of The Spell
Photo by Robert Huskey Gracing the stage at the Becker Amphitheater on Wednesday, is The Spell. A band whose soul, funk and dance rhythms are unlike anything else out in the music world today. The...
View ArticleMTV talks more tweet than music
Courtesy of MCT In years past, MTV viewers have been treated to award shows with shocking, funny and always-vulgar banter that takes place between host and nominees. The 2012 Video Music Awards (VMAs)...
View ArticleBecker is graced by the agents of morality
Courtesy of Free Moral Agents As the semester ushers itself forward, so do the weekly Wednesday concerts at Becker Amphitheater. A quarter of the way through fall semester, the stage will once again be...
View ArticleFrom the 2012 Summer Olympics to Anaheim
Photo by Rae Romero A rising star in the world of folk/punk music, Frank Turner has had a very busy year. His musical engagements included a performance at the House of Blues Anaheim on Sept. 20 as...
View ArticleReggae changes musical pace at Becker
Courtesy of Mike Davids Wednesday marks the sixth week of fall’s weekly concerts put on by the Associated Students Inc. at the Becker Amphitheater. This week students can let loose and relax at the...
View ArticleBOOK: The touring man’s bible
Courtesy of Chuck Ragan It seems that too often, the fans, skeptics and dreamers that make up society believe in the fantastic and unbelievable stories of excess that have come to be associated with...
View ArticleEndorsements from the A, B and C lists of Hollywood
As with most political elections in this country, the citizens are listening attentively to the primary candidates: President Barack Obama and GOP nominee Mitt Romney. They are watching and studying...
View ArticleThe Murphys dropkick the Santa Ana Observatory
Courtesy of MCT Concerts can range in musical genre, audience demographic, style, venue and overall atmosphere. Today, the word concert is most often associated with a musician or band performing for a...
View ArticleEssentials to perfect the pin-up look
Photo illustration by Blanca Navarro Whether you are getting gussied up for a big date, a holiday party or New Year’s Eve, a different style that fits any special occasion is the pin-up look. The term...
View Article2012’s good, bad and unwelcomed
Courtesy of MCT People and Things that wouldn’t be missed in 2013: Every year, sometimes every season, people find themselves trying new styles, exploring new avenues, revisiting old ones and often...
View ArticleHeavy Guilt to scale down Becker stage
Courtesy of Rebecca Joelson As another semester begins for students at Cal State Fullerton, so does another series of weekly concerts at the Becker Amphitheater. Every Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m.,...
View ArticleObservatory awaits flood with Hot Water Music visit
Photo by Marco Krenn Twenty years can be viewed as a very short amount of time, or very long, depending on how you look at it. Compared to the span of a lifetime, no doubt, it is seen as short. But if...
View ArticleFive tattoo taboos unveiled
Photo by Rae Romero The popular body art trend in the form of tattoos is something that has gained acceptance in mainstream media. Once a taboo, the artwork is now seen on everyone from musicians,...
View ArticleAmericana folk band to play Pub
Courtesy of Vinnie and the Hooligans With less than a year under their belt as a band, Vinnie and the Hooligans exceed expectations in every way. The five-man band will be showcasing their mix of...
View ArticleMusic tour revives fan appreciation
Photo by Robert Huskey No headliner, a sense of community and a crew of musical geniuses all collaborating in front of your eyes. Sure it sounds pretty cool when you think about it, but in reality...
View ArticleFinal Becker show invites heavy skanking
Courtesy of GOGO13 The ‘90s was a unique time for music. With grunge, punk-rock and ska getting mainstream attention for one of the first times in history, many artists within these genres were able to...
View ArticleCelebrate summer with these alternative events
Courtesy of MCT It happens year after year. Summer comes as quickly as it left and students are once again planning their concerts, trips and Fourth of July celebrations. More often than not, the...
View ArticleBeauty tips and tricks from a pin-up
Photo by Ray Gutierrez The sun is finally a constant sight, the weather is warm and outdoor activities are at their all-time peak. Summer is here and ladies can consequently showcase some their...
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