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Isla Vista Worship releases “simplicity” EP

Isla Vista Worship releases "simplicity" EP
Walk through Isla Vista Worship’s new EP, “simplicity”, track-by-track.
Fashion Castillo-Delgadillo, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 10, 2022

After a two-year intermission, Isla Vista Worship released their first post-pandemic EP composed of three songs, “thank you,” “sing praise” and “i'll go.” “Simplicity” was written on an acoustic guitar and sung on a headphone mic to remind listeners that they do not need elaborate production...

The Grishaverse is beautifully reimagined in Netflix’s latest release

The Grishaverse is beautifully reimagined in Netflix’s latest release
“Shadow and Bone” rectifies the reputation of YA adaptations for the small screen.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer April 29, 2021

Based on the best-selling series by author Leigh Bardugo, Netflix released the highly-anticipated female-led adventure series full of adolescent romance and grotesque creatures, exploring politics and complex world building. Consistent with the source material and expanding on Bardugo’s fictional world,...

Zach Snyder fails to save the bleak, uninspired storytelling of DC

Zach Snyder fails to save the bleak, uninspired storytelling of DC
“Justice League” returns with the same story, despite more edgy content.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer March 20, 2021

Zach Snyder’s increasingly despairing look at DC’s most iconic heroes leaves a bad taste in the mouths of viewers. HBO Max audiences will witness mass destruction, hostage situations involving children and disturbing sequences of shooters screaming profanity and gunning down large groups of people—spurring...

Weezer releases the reflective, personal album, “OK Human”

Weezer releases the reflective, personal album, “OK Human”
As the winter continues, Weezer brings a chilling and contemplative new album.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer February 2, 2021

An iconic ‘90s band, Weezer is well-known for their upbeat, catchy lyrics, as well as their appearances in a variety of pop culture sources. Whether it be “Island in the Sun” from the nostalgic kids movie “Aquamarine” or more recent releases, such as their rendition of “Lost in the Woods”...

The best 2020 quarantine releases for your fall playlist

This year proves that isolation is a breeding ground for creativity. Here is how to take something good from it.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor September 12, 2020

“Dark Lane Demo Tapes” by Drake  It is no surprise that Drake’s latest release is gritty and melodic, leaving audiences with a satisfying auditory experience. Particularly delightful is the “Chicago Freestyle (feat. Giveon).” The album also features TikTok hit “Toosie Slide.”  “THE...