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“What are you listening to?” — Take a look at a Biola student playlist

“What are you listening to?” — Take a look at a Biola student playlist
Biola students share some songs that they are currently listening to.
Patricia Yang, Editor-in-Chief September 25, 2023

With Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and more, people have access to all kinds of music and can listen anywhere and everywhere. Biola students take full advantage of these services to listen to music while studying, relaxing or on the go. From instrumental to worship to pop, here are 7 songs that students...

Chimes News Quiz

Chimes News Quiz
Have you been following our coverage? Brush up on the biggest news stories of the past two weeks.
Julianne Foster April 16, 2022

Spring 2022 playlist

Spring 2022 playlist
Here are our top picks of songs to help you get through these final weeks of school.
Kate Bomar, Photographer April 15, 2022

As the semester comes to a close and the studying grind takes a toll on students, music is a great tool to relieve stress. These five artists and their songs are perfect to stream during finals.    CHARLIE PUTH After years of silence and an occasional song drop via TikTok, Charlie Puth recently resurfaced...

Best new music in January

Best new music in January
With the start of the new year, here are the songs you should be listening to.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer January 22, 2022

“THIS ENCHANTED” BY HATCHIE Hatchie’s first album, “Keepsake,” was a promising debut within the dream pop genre. With her new album coming up on April 28, the first single, “This Enchanted,” is a beautiful pop song that perfectly complements late night drives through the city. Hatchie’s...

Songs that will transport you to autumn

Songs that will transport you to autumn
Here are our top picks of songs to help students get in the fall headspace.
Kate Bomar, Photographer October 5, 2021

How could one even describe the autumn aesthetic? Although southern California does not display iconic fall weather, there are still ways to take advantage of this season. Here are some of our top picks for an autumn playlist, including scenic descriptions.    PUMPKIN CHAI IN A COFFEE SHOP When...

Groove through the semester with these 2021 singles

Groove through the semester with these 2021 singles
As the end of the semester draws near, check out some of these singles released over the past few months.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor April 17, 2021

“Shy Away” by Twenty One Pilots Known for their cryptic storylines and music dealing with mental health, Twenty One Pilots ventures into the indie pop genre with “Shy Away.” More upbeat than their typical hard-hitting, emotional tracks, the song is cheerful, while still including some heavy...

Florida Georgia Line promotes unity amid political division

Florida Georgia Line promotes unity amid political division
Full of failed romance and trucks, the band tackles timely topics.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer February 16, 2021

Known for their twang and country pop roots, Florida Georgia Line returned on Feb. 12 with their most recent album release “Life Rolls On.” Consistent with sound and their traditional fascination with women, trucks and beer, the band remains true to their fanbase, while intertwining more contemplative...

Start the semester off right with this back to school playlist

Start the semester off right with this back to school playlist
These early 2021 releases are the perfect addition to any spring playlist.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor January 26, 2021

“it’s time to go” by Taylor Swift Taylor Swift’s newest albums “folklore” and “evermore” have been huge hits in the pop music world. “It’s time to go” was more recently added to both the deluxe version of “evermore” and Swift’s EP, “the ‘dropped your hand while dancing’...

Check out these quarantine music videos

Check out these quarantine music videos
Music artists exercise their creativity with what they have at home.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor November 7, 2020

“Level of Concern” by Twenty One Pilots Alternative rock and hip-hop duo Twenty One Pilots has taken the world by storm over the last few years. After being forced to bring their tour to a halt in March, they rushed to give their fans something to smile about during quarantine. They released catchy...

Get motivated with this back-to-school playlist

Ring in the new year and new semester with these tracks.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer January 16, 2020

With Christmas carols and holiday festivities still fresh in mind, adjusting to a new schedule for classes is not always easy. If you are in search of music that will ease the stress of syllabus week, look no further—  here’s a playlist to get into the groove of the semester. “The Box” by Roddy...

Rock around this Chimes Christmas playlist

The Chimes staff shares their music essentials this holiday season.
Kayla Santos, Arts & Entertainment Editor December 14, 2019

Have you been searching for the perfect holiday playlist to get your mind off the stress of finals? Look no further. From head-bangers to hymns, this Christmas playlist from some of our Chimes editors presents an array of holiday hits to send you off into Christmas break.  “What Christmas Means to...

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...