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The Chimes

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 17, 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.

2010 dramas in review

2010 dramas in review
Andrew Lycan looks back to tell us what the top dramas from the end of 2010 were and who to look for in the Oscar competition.
Andrew Lycan, Writer February 2, 2011
Andrew Lycan looks back to tell us what the top dramas from the end of 2010 were and who to look for in the Oscar competition.

Cage the Elephant lets loose on sophomore album

Cage the Elephant lets loose on sophomore album
"Thank you, Happy Birthday," the second album from up and coming rock band Cage the Elephant delivers an intriguing blend of distortion, melody, and social commentary.
Job Ang, Writer January 21, 2011
"Thank you, Happy Birthday," the second album from up and coming rock band Cage the Elephant delivers an intriguing blend of distortion, melody, and social commentary.

Narnia franchise sails on with “Voyage of the Dawn Treader”

Narnia franchise sails on with "Voyage of the Dawn Treader"
The third film installment from C.S. Lewis' Chronicles of Narnia series is an adventure on the high seas of imagination.
Andrew Lycan, Writer December 20, 2010
The third film installment from C.S. Lewis' Chronicles of Narnia series is an adventure on the high seas of imagination.

Phil Wickham exceeds expectations on “Songs for Christmas”

Phil Wickham exceeds expectations on “Songs for Christmas”
Wickham’s first Christmas album delivers refreshing takes on Christmas classics as well as several originals.
Job Ang, Writer December 9, 2010
Wickham’s first Christmas album delivers refreshing takes on Christmas classics as well as several originals.