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The Chimes

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The Chimes

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The Chimes

Cold War Kids fail to expand horizons with “New Age Norms 1”

Despite a promising start, the band plays it safe in latest release.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer November 5, 2019

In the summer of 2018, Biola alumni and rock band Cold War Kids were on tour while the highly prolific Kanye West released five new albums from his label, G.O.O.D. Music. These albums were only seven tracks long and this format inspired the band to create a three-volume album, with “New Age Norms 1”...

Rock on with these Cold War Kids essentials

Before diving into the alumni's latest release, listen to the band’s essentials.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer November 2, 2019

“Mexican Dogs” Beginning with a pulsating guitar line introduction, the band establishes their fierce rock sound and introduces the story of a lone wolf-type caricature who is willing to take down anything that comes their way. The impassioned vocal performance coupled with hard-hitting instrumentation...

Fever Joy calls the shots

Fever Joy calls the shots
Avery Robitaille’s three-piece pop-rock band is quickly rising in the independent music scene.
Pierce Singgih, Editor-in-Chief (Fall 2019) March 14, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on March 14, 2019). Many bands birthed from Biola often venture toward worship or contemporary Christian music industries. Alumni band For All Seasons is making a name for themselves among larger worship groups like Elevation Worship and Hillsong United,...