by Ariel Carmona in A&E
Maybe the best thing about the new romantic comedy "Ghost Town," directed and co-written by David Koepp and John Kamps, is that it doesn't spend too much time fussing over the details of the preternatural elements inherent in its narrative premise. Instead, it focuses on characterization.
by Emily Rios in A&E
I have this novel idea that I am the least competitive person I know. However, I'm slowly beginning to realize that this assessment might be far from the truth. That realization has come mostly from my affinity for reality competition shows. Sadly, I must admit that I have probably seen at least one episode of most reality competition shows.
by Jeanette Castaneda in A&E
The most impressive skill on No Age's second album release, Nouns, is fusing experimental rock with transcendent shoegaze in a brilliant mess of sounds. Their songs seem to morph into ferocious and beautiful work reminiscent of early Sonic Youth. No Age is a two-piece indie rock band from Los Angeles consisting of guitarist Randy Randall and drummer/vocalist Dean Spunt.
by Brandi Mendez in A&E
Let's take you back, way back, to a time when block and house parties happened almost every weekend. Music was fun then, filled with soul, rhythm and unmistakable hooks. This was a time when cats like George Clinton (dubbed the "Godfather of Funk"), Earth, Wind and Fire, and the remarkably talented Gap Band ruled the Billboard charts.
by Amanda Goodhue in A&E
Their songs might not be heard on Los Angeles-area radio stations, but nevertheless A Day to Remember is the next post-hardcore band to watch out for, especially with this year's re-release of their 2007 CD For Those Who Have Heart. This album is a mix of pop-punk/hardcore rhythms and heavy breakdowns with catchy lyrics that have fans singing along at shows.
by Andrew Vasquez in A&E
A student production of "Cabaret," a musical that offers a lively and intimate look at the turbulent times that occurred during the rise of the Nazi party, opens next week at Citrus College. Set to run for six performances from Oct. 9 to Oct.12, "Cabaret" will transport audiences in the Little Theatre to a decadent pre-war nightclub in 1930s Berlin.
2008 Woodie Awards
