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The Chimes

‘Rx’ is depressing but necessary

‘Rx’ is depressing but necessary
Tucker Pillsbury, also known as ROLE MODEL, drops his first full length album just months after “neverletyougo.”
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor April 12, 2022

“Rx” is Tucker Pillsbury’s first ever full length album. It is almost fully committed love songs, which is ironic, considering the up and coming artist’s interview with GQ just four days ago, titled “Role Model Doesn’t Want to Write Love Songs.”  BACKGROUND STORY   An East Coast native,...

An interview with 2 The Sun and the genre fusion of ‘Meudon Drive’

An interview with 2 The Sun and the genre fusion of ‘Meudon Drive’
Cinema and media arts major Ryan Jachetta gives insight into his debut album.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer December 2, 2021

Senior cinema and media arts major Ryan Jachetta, also known as 2 The Sun, released his debut album “Meudon Drive” on Nov. 18. His audacious genre blend distinguishes him from other artists in his class. Jachetta progressed his sound in this last record past the one-off singles of his previous work...

The Montgomery Brothers and their filmmaking journey

The Montgomery brothers
Ethan and Luke Montgomery talk about their artistic sensibilities and storytelling inspirations.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer November 11, 2021

There is rarely a filmmaker that comes along like Steven Spielberg in the ‘80s and ‘90s, who released blockbuster films that stuck in the minds of audiences for their emotional depth and humanistic stories. At Biola, two twin brothers carry that torch to make humanistic stories of their own—Ethan...

Dean Yamada on “Rust” shooting

Dean Yamada on “Rust” shooting
Cinema & media arts professor Dean Yamada gives insight on the recent shooting on the set of “Rust.”
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer November 2, 2021

Two weeks ago, the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins rocked the film industry. The events leading up to this shooting revealed a lack of safety attentiveness and poor set leadership. Professor of cinema and media arts professor Dean Yamada gave his insight on this event and the implications it...

CMA students and commercial music alumna unite to create “Banana Pop”

CMA students and commercial music alumna unite to create “Banana Pop”
Aluma Ellery Sablan and crew discuss the filmmaking process behind the music video for “Banana Pop.”
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer September 23, 2021

Filming for “Banana Pop” began on Sept. 3, a unique collaboration between commercial music alumna Ellery Sablan and cinema and media arts students. The music video reflects the sentiments of Sablan’s single about heartbreak and the longing to experience happiness again.   With help from her...

SHOW ME DEMOCRACY! — An interview for the books with Dan Parris

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Biola alumnus wows with raw storytelling through a much needed dialogue.
Vic Silva, Writer September 19, 2017
Biola alumnus wows with raw storytelling through a much needed dialogue.

SGA hires senate staff for next year

Courtesy of Makayla Smith
Despite a shortage of senators who campaigned, vice president-elect Ella Corey hires nine senators.
Jana Eller, Office Manager March 22, 2017
Despite a shortage of senators who campaigned, vice president-elect Ella Corey hires nine senators.

SMU announces new president-elect

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After final run-off panel, SMU names Kristina Lowen as next year’s president.
Jana Eller, Office Manager March 22, 2017
After final run-off panel, SMU names Kristina Lowen as next year’s president.

Penny & Sparrow chat after playing the Eddy

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The duo speaks about their origins and life as traveling musicians.
Chris Baeza, Writer November 29, 2016
The duo speaks about their origins and life as traveling musicians.

A home-grown composer’s creative pursuit

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Alumnus Trevor Gomes shares about his musical journey from Biola to Disney and beyond.
Bethany Higa, Writer March 23, 2016
Alumnus Trevor Gomes shares about his musical journey from Biola to Disney and beyond.

A senator with a heart for people

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Jacob Keeth shares insight into his duties, passions and experiences working as a senator of Hart Hall.
Bethany Higa, Writer March 16, 2016
Jacob Keeth shares insight into his duties, passions and experiences working as a senator of Hart Hall.

Heat Speaks leaves a burning impression

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Punk ‘N’ Pie winner discusses group history, motivation to auditioning and reaction to winning first place.
Jehn Kubiak, Writer October 27, 2015
Punk ‘N’ Pie winner discusses group history, motivation to auditioning and reaction to winning first place.