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The Chimes

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.

2011 Oscars preview: a guide of what to expect

2011 Oscars preview: a guide of what to expect
Wondering what to expect from the Oscars on Feb. 27? Elisa Walker shares her predictions and gives a rundown of the nominees.
February 16, 2011
Wondering what to expect from the Oscars on Feb. 27? Elisa Walker shares her predictions and gives a rundown of the nominees.

Cold War Kids avoids indie rocker cliche on new album

Cold War Kids avoids indie rocker cliche on new album
The Biola-alumni alt-indie band delivers a mature, unique sound on their new album “Mine is Yours.”
Job Ang, Writer February 13, 2011
The Biola-alumni alt-indie band delivers a mature, unique sound on their new album “Mine is Yours.”

“Into the Woods” tells stories

Rapunzel's Prince, played by Matthew Kellaway, finally unites with his love. Biola's Conservatory of Music, known for its opera focused productions, are spreading their wings to musical theater.  |Kelsey Heng/THE CHIMES
Biola's musical, "Into the Woods" opens Friday, February 11. See a preview of what to expect.
Harmony Wheeler, Writer February 10, 2011
Biola's musical, "Into the Woods" opens Friday, February 11. See a preview of what to expect.

“Sanctum” worth seeing once

"Sanctum" worth seeing once
James Cameron's newest film, "Sanctum," deserves more credit than it's been given, but isn't worth seeing more than once.
Matthew Okada, Writer February 10, 2011
James Cameron's newest film, "Sanctum," deserves more credit than it's been given, but isn't worth seeing more than once.