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The Chimes

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The Chimes

“Anthem Song” takes a bold stand

“Anthem Song” takes a bold stand
Aaron Gillespie’s debut solo record “Anthem Song” shows his diversity.
Job Ang, Writer March 15, 2011
Aaron Gillespie’s debut solo record “Anthem Song” shows his diversity.

Eisley’s “The Valley” a strong effort

Eisley released their newest album, "The Valley," on March 1, 2011.
Eisley's most recent album stays true to their mature sound and vision as a band.
Jordan Nakamura, Writer March 9, 2011
Eisley's most recent album stays true to their mature sound and vision as a band.

“The Adjustment Bureau” succeeds as a love story

"The Adjustment Bureau" succeeds as a love story
The directorial debut for George Nolfi complicates the classic boy meets girl tale with mysterious supernatural Bureau agents.
Andrew Lycan, Writer March 9, 2011
The directorial debut for George Nolfi complicates the classic boy meets girl tale with mysterious supernatural Bureau agents.

“Unknown” offers intense action

"Unknown" offers intense action
Liam Neeson’s new film, “Unknown” doesn’t disappoint action movie junkies.
Elisa Walker, Writer March 2, 2011
Liam Neeson’s new film, “Unknown” doesn’t disappoint action movie junkies.

Adele returns as more mature artist with “21”

Adele returns as more mature artist with “21”
With the release of her second album "21", Adele produces mature and heart-felt lyrics.
Andrew Entzminger, Writer March 2, 2011
With the release of her second album "21", Adele produces mature and heart-felt lyrics.

“Drive Angry” doesn’t take itself seriously enough to succeed

"Drive Angry" doesn't take itself seriously enough to succeed
Nicolas Cage doesn't seem to put very much effort into his starring role in "Drive Angry," which disappoints with a shallow plot and humor that wears quickly.
David Hoffman, Writer March 1, 2011
Nicolas Cage doesn't seem to put very much effort into his starring role in "Drive Angry," which disappoints with a shallow plot and humor that wears quickly.

Local band The Steelwells gains recognition

The Steelwells singer Joey Winter interacts with the audience during the band's performance on Friday, February 25, 2011. The Steelwells are vying for a chance to get featured on the cover of Rolling Stone Magazine and need votes to stay alive in the competition. | Job Ang/THE CHIMES
The Steelwells, a local band, won the O.C. Music Award for Best Live Band Feb. 25 and are currently in a contest competing for a spot on the cover of Rolling Stones.
Job Ang, Writer March 1, 2011
The Steelwells, a local band, won the O.C. Music Award for Best Live Band Feb. 25 and are currently in a contest competing for a spot on the cover of Rolling Stones.

“I Am Number Four” confuses audience

“I Am Number Four” confuses audience
D.J Caruso’s new Sci-fi thriller disappoints and confuses audiences.
Matthew Okada, Writer February 23, 2011
D.J Caruso’s new Sci-fi thriller disappoints and confuses audiences.

Radiohead self-releases new album “The King of Limbs”

Radiohead self-releases new album "The King of Limbs"
Radiohead thumbed its nose at iTunes by self-releasing its latest album for free download on its website over Valentine's Day weekend.
Job Ang, Writer February 22, 2011
Radiohead thumbed its nose at iTunes by self-releasing its latest album for free download on its website over Valentine's Day weekend.

“Gnomeo and Juliet” surprisingly enjoyable

"Gnomeo and Juliet" surprisingly enjoyable
Shakespeare meets gnome in this cartoon takeoff on Romeo and Juliet.
Elisa Walker, Writer February 22, 2011
Shakespeare meets gnome in this cartoon takeoff on Romeo and Juliet.

“The Eagle” delivers atmosphere but lacks execution

“The Eagle” delivers atmosphere but lacks execution
The Roman period piece starring Channing Tatum doesn’t offer anything new in terms of character and plot line.
David Hoffman, Writer February 16, 2011
The Roman period piece starring Channing Tatum doesn’t offer anything new in terms of character and plot line.

Bieber shares faith in new movie

Justin Bieber's movie "Never Say Never" hit theaters this weekend, where Bieber showed his faith on the big screen.
Emily Arnold, Writer February 16, 2011
Justin Bieber's movie "Never Say Never" hit theaters this weekend, where Bieber showed his faith on the big screen.