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The Chimes

Chorale impresses at prestigious regional conference

Members of Biola chorale spend their summer break in Salt Lake City, Utah.
After a year-long preparation, chorale performed a set centered around Christ’s death and resurrection.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor March 14, 2020

(This story was originally published in print on Mar. 12, 2020). Biola Chorale joined the regional American Choral Directors Association conference in Salt Lake City during spring break as the only Christian university and one of the only college-level choirs composed entirely of undergraduate students....

Niall Horan’s “Heartbreak Weather” lacks spark

Continuing an arguably vanilla legacy, Horan drops ballad-heavy breakup album.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor March 14, 2020

Released yesterday, Niall Horan’s “Heartbreak Weather” is at best, relatable, and at worst, 46 minutes and four seconds of sound that seemingly blends into the rest of pop genre anonymity. After releasing a few slappy singles, the rest of Horan’s new material remains mostly unnotable. However,...

Lil Uzi Vert’s long-awaited album disappoints

Lil Uzi Vert’s long-awaited album disappoints
Regurgitated lyrical content and lack of variety makes this a disappointing follow-up.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer March 12, 2020

Since the release of his 2017 album “Luv is Rage 2,” famed trap artist Lil Uzi Vert has accumulated many fans because of his unique voice, melodies and pioneering efforts toward “emo-rap,” a genre that fuses the technical abilities of rap with the lyrical content of emo music. In 2018, Uzi...

Virtual reality project “Avion” takes flight

Alumna Emily Inaba and senior cinema and media arts major Megan Scott work on the senior thesis project.
Film student Megan Scott’s senior thesis takes users on a plane ride in the ‘60s.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor March 12, 2020

(This story was originally published in print on Mar. 12, 2020). Imagine the intimidating yet mystifying feeling that comes with flying alone for the first time. “Avion” allows users to relive that experience. In the span of about 10 to 15 minutes, the virtual reality experience takes users on...

EXCLUSIVE: Vertical Worship to lead worship at Missions Conference

EXCLUSIVE: Vertical Worship to lead worship at Missions Conference
The conference welcomes a new band to campus.
Thecla Li, Managing Editor March 11, 2020

Biola looks forward to a new sound this year at the annual Missions Conference with Chicago-based band, Vertical Worship, who will lead worship for the conference’s main sessions, happening March 18–20.  Though it will be the band’s first time playing for Biola, songs like “Spirit of the...

“Onward” falls short of expectations

“Onward” falls short of expectations
Pixar’s latest film is heartwarming but fails to innovate.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor March 10, 2020

Many Pixar fans have held high expectations for the studio since recent hits such as “Toy Story 4” and “Incredibles 2.” However, Pixar’s latest film “Onward” does not live up to the hype. A conventional fantasy story, the film lacks depth and fails to resonate with audiences. Though director...

In anticipation of Niall Horan’s new album, listen to these Niall Horan essentials

What can fans expect from Horan based upon his previous work?
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor February 29, 2020

Former One Direction heartthrob Niall Horan announced via Twitter on Jan. 26 that his second album is finally complete. “Heartbreak Weather” will be released on March 13, right before his tour begins. In anticipation for his second album, here’s a playlist of his biggest hits.   1. “Slow Hands” Released...

Candace Cameron-Bure discusses faith and the entertainment industry

Candace Cameron-Bure discusses faith and the entertainment industry
Full House star tells how she intersects Christianity and career at latest CMA “In Focus Forum.”
Marlena Lang, Visual Editor February 28, 2020

The School of Cinema and Media Arts invited pastor, author and podcast host Lucas Miles and well-known actress and producer Candace Cameron-Bure to record a live studio podcast this past Thursday.  CELEBRITY SIGHTING The event also welcomed students and other community members to sit in as guests....

Fall in love with COIN’s “Dreamland”

The indie-pop band remains true to its dreamy brand.
Samantha Shaw February 26, 2020

Nashville-based indie-pop band COIN released its third full-length album “Dreamland” this past Friday, which boasts a light, dreamy sense and remains true to the band’s “brand” of uptempo, airy tracks. Maintaining its usual uptempo, airy style, COIN tells a dreamy love story through the project's...

Audiences connect with animals in “The Call of the Wild”

Audiences connect with animals in “The Call of the Wild”
The beloved Jack London tale is brought to life through computer-generated imagery.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor February 25, 2020

Heartwarming, imaginative and timeless, Jack London’s classic tale finally found its way to the box office. “The Call of the Wild” film adaptation brings the 1903 story to life through expressive animal animation, allowing the audience to truly connect with the protagonist Buck as he finds his...

Tame Impala enlightens with “The Slow Rush”

Documenting a progression of time, Kevin Parker hits the mark yet again.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor February 23, 2020

Kevin Parker, who goes by pseudonym Tame Impala, released his long-awaited album “The Slow Rush” on Feb. 14, after trickling a few singles to his widening audience over the past year. Kevin Parker recorded the album between his home studio in Perth, Australia and Los Angeles in between various appearances...

Students awarded with budget to shoot original film

 Senior cinema and media arts major Nicholas Janzen and team overcome obstacles during pre-production.
Dynamic duo turns a five-year dream into reality.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor February 22, 2020

(This story was originally published in print on Feb. 20, 2020). For senior cinema and media arts majors Nicholas Janzen and Maralisa Ortiz, a five-year dream turned into a reality when they won the grand prize for the Motion Picture Pre-production class—a budget and crew to shoot their original...