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Justin Bieber drops surprise Easter EP

Justin Bieber drops surprise Easter EP
The singer bears his soul and shares the gospel message in “Freedom.”
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor April 6, 2021

While people relaxed in their homes celebrating a restful Easter afternoon, Justin Bieber surprised everyone with the release of a gospel EP titled “Freedom.” With his newest album “Justice” having been released not even three full weeks prior, “Freedom.” comes as a bigger shock to fans,...

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 light of the modern-day Daniels

The light of the modern-day Daniels
For all the hand-wringing about the western world’s “post-Christian” culture, a new generation of Christian culture-changers is right in front of us.
Austin Green, Managing Editor January 21, 2019

During his spring 2019 convocation address last Wednesday, Talbot School of Theology dean Clinton Arnold, echoing a prior speech from President Barry Corey, compared Christians in today’s society to Daniel in exile—outsiders in a world that does not share their beliefs. The illustration is accurate....

DBC goes viral for selfie and serenade

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Students react to Corey’s encounter with Justin Bieber.
Julianna Hernandez, News Editor (Spring 2019) January 17, 2019

On the morning of Jan. 3, phones of Biola students and alumni alike started buzzing and lighting up with notifications. President Barry Corey had just gone viral for doing something that he is well-known for on his school’s campus—taking a selfie. Outside the Montage Hotel in Beverly Hills, paparazzi...

“Hiding Place” Review: Tori Kelly solaces listeners with gospel

“Hiding Place” Review: Tori Kelly solaces listeners with gospel
Tori Kelly’s sophomore album explores the singer-songwriter’s creative, gospel side.
Kayla Santos, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 20, 2018

Tori Kelly released her sophomore album “Hiding Place” on Sept. 14, delving deep into her Christian roots with uplifting gospel. Although she had not previously classified her music under the Christian genre, the “Nobody Love” singer and wife of a Biola alum has always been outspoken about her...

Are New-Wave Christians Pop Stars with Hashtags?

Are New-Wave Christians Pop Stars with Hashtags?
Katy Perry and Justin Bieber profess their faith via Instagram post.
Ashley Brimmage, Opinions Editor April 18, 2018

This Easter, Katy Perry and Justin Bieber used their social media as platforms for expressing their spirituality. On her Instagram, Perry posted a picture of her wrist, tattooed with the word “Jesus” and captioned with: “My brokenness + God’s divinity = my wholeness” In one of his...

The more Christmas music, the merrier

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Bretton Theune argues for two months of Christmas cheer starting on Nov. 1.
Bretton Theune, Writer November 17, 2015
Bretton Theune argues for two months of Christmas cheer starting on Nov. 1.

I am a renewed Belieber

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Justin Bieber’s recent interview for “Complex” displays depth behind the pop artist.
Hayley Langdon, Writer October 7, 2015
Justin Bieber’s recent interview for “Complex” displays depth behind the pop artist.