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The Chimes

A behind-the-scenes look at student film series “Falling Roses”

Film director Christian Lukens and producer Joel Corral explore themes of secrecy and uncertainty in their film series "Falling Roses."
The new student film series hopes to inspire and navigate the often-murky waters of heartbreak.
Brendan Peters, Staff Writer November 6, 2022

Biola student film project “Falling Roses,” which was released in June 2022, is set to film a sequel episode in two weeks. Junior business administration major Christian Lukens, who directs and stars in the film, and sophomore cinema and media arts major Joel Corral, who produced the piece, discussed...

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...

Kanye West drops long-awaited “Donda” album

Kanye West drops long-awaited “Donda” album
West’s magnum opus is filled with some of his highest highs and mediocre lows.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer August 31, 2021

The “Donda” album released Sunday at 5 a.m. on Aug. 29 — marking a surreal moment for Kanye’s listeners. The lead-up itself was anything but ordinary, from three unique listening parties that stirred drama, to multiple release date announcements featuring different album covers. With no reliable...

The Weeknd releases “The Highlights” in a genius industry money-grab

The Weeknd releases “The Highlights” in a genius industry money-grab
After the Super Bowl halftime show on Sunday, Abel Tesfaye is back on the charts.
Emily Coffey, Deputy Arts and Entertainment Editor February 9, 2021

Just two days before his halftime show, The Weeknd, also known as Abel Tesfaye, released a collection of his best hits, a catcher for the royalties from the skyrocketing streams usually expected after the show. His production featured imagery from his music videos and the re-release included most of...

Fever Joy calls the shots

Fever Joy calls the shots
Avery Robitaille’s three-piece pop-rock band is quickly rising in the independent music scene.
Pierce Singgih, Arts & Entertainment Editor March 14, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on March 14, 2019). Many bands birthed from Biola often venture toward worship or contemporary Christian music industries. Alumni band For All Seasons is making a name for themselves among larger worship groups like Elevation Worship and Hillsong United,...

The Weeknd explores new alternatives to R&B

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Abel Tesfaye uses a wide vocal range and unique beats to set new standards in his latest album “Beauty Behind The Madness.”
Makailynn Clark, Writer September 15, 2015
Abel Tesfaye uses a wide vocal range and unique beats to set new standards in his latest album “Beauty Behind The Madness”