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The Chimes

Justin Bieber releases sultry and controversial “Justice”

Justin Bieber releases sultry and controversial “Justice”
A far cry from “Believe,” Bieber contemplates deeper themes on his 12th album.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor March 23, 2021

Released March 19, “Justice” soars above previous works, adding in rock elements and self-contemplation all while returning to his classic ballad writing. The album features some especially lucrative features like Daniel Caesar, Benny Blanco, Dominik Fike and Chance the Rapper. The best songs, arguably,...

The case for “Tenet”: what the Oscars are missing

The case for “Tenet”: what the Oscars are missing
Christopher Nolan’s 2020 time warp thriller deserved more attention from the academy—and here is why.
Lydia Snow, Freelancer March 20, 2021

High-quality popcorn flicks are indispensable hallmarks of the cinematic zeitgeist. A case in point: Christopher Nolan’s “Tenet.” Although not the pinnacle of Nolan’s work, the film was still a valuable asset.  “Tenet” deserved far more than its paltry two Oscar nominations for Best Visual...

Zach Snyder fails to save the bleak, uninspired storytelling of DC

Zach Snyder fails to save the bleak, uninspired storytelling of DC
“Justice League” returns with the same story, despite more edgy content.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer March 20, 2021

Zach Snyder’s increasingly despairing look at DC’s most iconic heroes leaves a bad taste in the mouths of viewers. HBO Max audiences will witness mass destruction, hostage situations involving children and disturbing sequences of shooters screaming profanity and gunning down large groups of people—spurring...

COIN strays from the standard in “Green Blue + Indigo Violet”

COIN strays from the standard in “Green Blue + Indigo Violet”
The band’s second EP continues to present unexpected transparency.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor March 18, 2021

The second installment in a series of EPs based on different colors, “Green Blue + Indigo Violet” introduces four new songs that bring a different vibe to COIN’s discography. Though still catchy and creative, it is clear that COIN is attempting to break away from their norm ever so slightly. AWAY...

Bardwell Hall opens early for faculty in its late stages of construction

Construction fences still surround the newly-improved Bardwell Hall.
Professors are moving into the newly constructed art building after almost a year.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor March 18, 2021

Over the past year, construction on the new Bardwell Hall has been at a stop and go thanks to COVID-19. But this week, a Facebook live event showed the nearly finished building, and faculty are beginning to move into their new studios from the old McNally halls.  WHAT STUDENTS CAN EXPECT  Posters...

Everything to know about the 63rd Grammy Awards

Everything to know about the 63rd Grammy Awards
Although the 2021 Grammys left multiple singers upset, female artists dominated the award show.
Kate Bomar, Photographer March 16, 2021

Despite the global pandemic starting off in 2020, artists did not shy away from creating music last year, which led the 2021 Grammy Awards to be a competitive, yet illuminating experience.  THE YEAR FOR WOMEN The large awards such as Album of the Year and Record of the Year all went to women.    Taylor...

Tom Holland takes on a harrowing role in “Cherry”

Tom Holland takes on a harrowing role in “Cherry”
“Cherry” holds nothing back, confronting topics such as war, drugs and death.
Kate Bomar, Photographer March 13, 2021

Marvel’s Spider-Man star Tom Holland has taken on a completely new direction in his career in his new film “Cherry,” streaming now on Apple TV. This rollercoaster motion picture follows the life of a veteran and the challenges he experiences throughout his life. Producers Joe and Anthony Russo...

Everything students need to know about the new CMA building

Students and professors seek to find the compromise between artistic expression and community expectations in Biola's Cinema Media Arts department.
Amid a COVID-19 financial crisis, the donor-funded building project is through planning stages.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor March 11, 2021

As Phase 3 students flock back to campus, one poster board standing just between the Alton and Lydia Lim Center for Science, Technology and Health and Crowell School of Business stands out. Promising old Hollywood architecture, a 300-seat theater and space for the new game design program, the timeline...

Marvel innovates storylines and genres in “WandaVision”

Marvel innovates storylines and genres in “WandaVision”
The miniseries is a creative reintroduction to Marvel following “Avengers: Endgame.”
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor March 9, 2021

With nine Disney+ episodes packed with action and cliffhangers, “WandaVision” exceeded all expectations of Marvel fans. The episodes stretch across multiple decades and slowly morph into the classic Marvel style of excitement and humor. Arguably one of the most thoughtful and creative pieces to come...

A Day to Remember merges catchy lyrics with deafening rock anthems

A Day to Remember merges catchy lyrics with deafening rock anthems
Memorable and insufferable, “You’re Welcome” is a mixed bag.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer March 9, 2021

A Day to Remember released “You’re Welcome” on March 5, an album full of interesting lyrics and dance-worthy beats. Almost violent in nature, many of the songs on “You’re Welcome” warrant headphones and a fully stocked supply of Advil on hand. Much of the album is drowned out by the screamo-esque...

“Drywall” is a unique introduction to Jay Joseph

“Drywall” is a unique introduction to Jay Joseph
The new artist brings clear creativity to his EP, but it may not be for everyone.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor March 6, 2021

Jay Joseph is one of the newest, most unexpected artists to come out of 2021 so far. Looking for a fresh avenue to filter his creativity, the basketball player produced his first EP “Drywall” in his parents’ basement. Fans of alternative rap and new, underground music may enjoy the listen, as there...

Pop princess Zara Larsson releases “Poster Girl”

Pop princess Zara Larsson releases “Poster Girl”
Dealing with love and heartbreak, Larsson exposes everything yet says nothing.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor March 6, 2021

On March 5, Zara Larsson released “Poster Girl,” yet another club-warm-up album, the genre she managed to define and never break free from. With synth-heavy and driving songs like “FFF” and “Look What You’ve Done,” she keeps the pace with previous albums like “So Good” and  showcases...