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Jake Bugg: Live at the Fillmore

Jake Bugg: Live at the Fillmore

By Claire Donohue Nov 4, 2013

Nineteen-year-old British singer-songwriter Jake Bugg stood in front of a sold out crowd at the Fillmore on September 29. Bugg commonly lists his influences as Johnny Cash, Jimi Hendrix, Oasis, Donovan...

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S.H.I.E.L.D.: The Story Behind the Superheroes

S.H.I.E.L.D.: The Story Behind the Superheroes

By Jordan Blackburn Oct 31, 2013

Although it may seem like the TV show “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” is just a spin-off of the incredible success of the recent “Avengers” movie, it quickly proves it can rise above its franchise-boosting...

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iOS 7 Delivers New Identity for Apple

By Riley Kuffner Oct 22, 2013

Apple launched a radical new operating system, iOS 7, for its iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad on September 18. With its stark contrast from the classic software that has been the Apple identity since the...

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The Butler

Lee Daniels’ Historical Masterpiece: “The Butler”

By Dom Quaranta Oct 1, 2013

Lee Daniels begins his dive into the dark American past with visuals of weathered and solemn faces of African American workers in a cotton field during the 1920s. These are the roots of Cecil Gaines (Forest...

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Arctic Monkeys' Sixth Album Brings a New Beat

Arctic Monkeys’ Sixth Album Brings a New Beat

By Isabella Schloss Sep 30, 2013

Since their first single, I Bet That You Look Good on the Dancefloor in 2005, the Arctic Monkeys have become a massive hit in the UK. Their debut album, Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m...

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Woody Allen's Latest Hit: "Blue Jasmine"

Woody Allen’s Latest Hit: “Blue Jasmine”

By James Finn Sep 27, 2013

“Blue Jasmine,” the latest film from cinematic master Woody Allen, is a whirlwind of emotion. After watching the movie, I felt as if I had completed a grueling session of therapy; I had found myself...

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Orphan Black

Join the Clone Club with Orphan Black

By Marley Townsend Sep 22, 2013

Within the first episode of BBC America’s Orphan Black, the star of the show already died once. With such a confusing opener, you’d be daft not to realize that this isn’t just an ordinary sci-fi...

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Mill Valley Indian Food Showdown

Mill Valley Indian Food Showdown

By Miles Lundgren Jun 10, 2013

There are several Indian restaurants within (driving) reach during Tam’s 45-minute lunch period. Many of these restaurants serve delicious Indian food at reasonable prices. What is the best place to...

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Vampire Weekend: Modern Vampires of The City

Vampire Weekend: Modern Vampires of The City

By Devon Stoeber Jun 10, 2013

It’s the end of May and everyone’s searching for the album to put them in that summer mood. “Modern Vampires of the City,” new album from indie-rock band Vampire Weekend, seems to be a perfect...

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The National's New Album Doesn't Impress

The National’s New Album Doesn’t Impress

By Veronica Russell Jun 10, 2013

The National’s sixth and newest album “Trouble Will Find Me” will be a good new addition to the musical libraries of regular National fans, but will probably not draw attention from any new listeners....

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Jaden Smith's New Single Creates Controversy

Jaden Smith’s New Single Creates Controversy

By Morgana Sidhom Jun 9, 2013

Former star of "The Karate Kid" and seed of Will Smith, Jaden Smith came from a place of greatness. The 14-year old movie star recently started dabbling with the music industry, releasing his hit single...

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Why Wesley Was Wrong About "The Great Gatsby"

Why Wesley Was Wrong About “The Great Gatsby”

By Emma Boczek Jun 7, 2013

Reaction to the recent Baz Luhrmann film The Great Gatsby was largely critical. “A $100 million, 3D Gatsby?” the public collectively cried. A 48 percent rating on the movie review website Rotten Tomatoes,...

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