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Biola accepts an extensive donation for the School of Cinema and Media Arts

Model of the new Cinema and Media Arts building.
In-N-Out owner gifts Biola its biggest donation in 115 years. Students wonder what this means for the School of Cinema and Media Arts and others.
Monica Salazar-Jimenez, Opinions Editor April 30, 2024

This article has been removed following comments from Biola University. Update (April 30, 2024): After extensive review from advisors, deans, and the administration of Biola University, the Chimes has been asked to withhold republishing the following article despite multiple attempts from the Chimes...

New ‘Jesus Saves’ banner replaces one ripped by windstorm

Photo depicts a birds eye view drone image of the Jesus Saves Parking Structure
A new banner and five-year agreement is put in place for canvas on the parking structure.
Macie Cummings, News Editor (Fall 2018) October 22, 2018

Parking structure S on lower campus is known for hosting the large ‘Jesus Saves’ canvas banner. However, when fierce winds hit last spring, the canvas was torn and partially taken down and only a fragment remained for the duration of the semester. The 38-foot-4-inch by 59-foot-2-inch banner was...

George Ezra shows his audience the fun of blues rock

George Ezra shows his audience the fun of blues rock
Ezra inspires dynamic verve within the hearts of his fans with new album.
Vic Silva, Staff Writer March 28, 2018

Songwriter, poet, musician and all-around Brit extraordinaire George Ezrahas made quite the name for himself. Bringing folk blues and rock Americana together, he beautifully melts into his own authentic genre. Although he has been compared to acts like Vance Joy and Tom Odell, his sound remains...

Taylor Swift wows unexpectedly

Taylor Swift wows unexpectedly
Swift proves herself as quite the force to reckon with in her newest album.
Vic Silva, Staff Writer November 17, 2017

Taylor Swift has made quite the name for herself within the thriving business of songwriting. Writing for the likes of Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney and with five albums under her belt, she has proved a vibrant contender within the world of music. Her evolution remains incredibly fascinating to watch...

M83’s raw instrumentation enhances its immersive ambience

reservelosangeles.com
Although less intimate live, M83’s live performance emanates unparalleled atmospheric bliss.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager November 1, 2016
Although less intimate live, M83’s live performance emanates unparalleled atmospheric bliss.

Improvements present new era for athletics

Alondra Urizar/ The Chimes
The Al Barbour field renovation is the highlight of the athletic facility improvements from summer.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager September 5, 2016
The Al Barbour field renovation is the highlight of the athletic facility improvements from summer.

“Louder than Bombs” is a quiet masterpiece

impawards.com
Joachim Trier’s surreal drama pulls at the audience’s heartstrings.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager May 17, 2016
Joachim Trier’s surreal drama pulls at the audience’s heartstrings.

A blurry view from the six

hiphopdx.com
Drake releases his fourth studio album “Views” — an utter mess.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager May 10, 2016
Drake releases his fourth studio album “Views” — an utter mess.

M83’s ‘“Junk” is another fan’s treasure

stereogum.com
After four years M83 releases their highly anticipated follow up to breakout ”Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming.”
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager April 12, 2016
After four years M83 releases their highly anticipated follow up to breakout ”Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming.”

The Lumineers remain subpar with “Cleopatra”

musictimes.com
After breaking out with worldwide success in 2012, the Lumineers return with failed expectations in their sophomore album “Cleopatra.”
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager April 12, 2016
After breaking out with worldwide success in 2012, the Lumineers return with failed expectations in their sophomore album “Cleopatra.”

CHVRCHES opens every eye with “Every Open Eye”

exclaim.ca
Two years after releasing “The Bones of what you Believe” CHVRCHES have come to a meteoric rise and hits a homerun on latest release.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager October 7, 2015
Two years after releasing “The Bones of what you Believe” CHVRCHES have come to a meteoric rise and hits a homerun on latest release.