Garret Charles Nash, commonly known by his stage name Gnash, performed at The Observatory in Santa Ana Observatory April 1 as part of his latest tour, The Sleepover Tour. The concert highlighted many of Gnash’s contemporaries, including Sweater Beats, Imad Royal, Tulpa & Blankts, Triangle Park, Myboyjon and Brandon Wardell. All of these musicians performed […]
Back To the Grind Coffeehouse held its “Between the Tables” event March 19 where a variety of artists literally performed between the tables to create a more inclusive environment for guests. The event hosted performers from a variety of mediums including jazz, poetry and spoken word. Jonathan Frias, 29-year-old musician, performed as part of a […]
Whether coming from a Latin background or not, music lovers are able to identify the talent and influence of Selena Quintanilla. Starting her music career at the age of 10, Quintanilla performed with her siblings at small venues in her native Texas town and quickly grew into her title as the “Queen of Tejano” — […]
After four years of silence, Lorde is releasing a new album. Lorde released “Green Light,” along with a music video March 3. This song is a precursor to her new album, “Melodrama,” which will feature personal songs about what has happened during the years since “Pure Heroine.” Debuting at No. 100 on “Billboard’s Hot 100,” […]
While Beyoncé fans are in shock over the announcement of her pregnancy with twins in February, some future Coachella-goers for the 2017 festival season are heartbroken. Set to headline the two-weekend music and art festival this spring in Indio, Beyoncé will no longer headline because of pregnancy concerns from her doctor. Every year, Coachella’s lineup […]
Students perform on stage, sing covers and originals Every semester, Open Mic Night is held in the Community Life Lounge where students take the stage and express themselves through their talents in front of their peers. This semester’s Open Mic Night was Feb. 24. Amber Shelton, sophomore business major, and events intern for Community Life, […]
When listening to music most people do not usually think of politics, but some musicians have been taking a stance through the power of music. Whether it was leading up to the election or after the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump, artists are using their talent and platforms to inform or influence their fans. […]
Ashley Ryan, country artist, auditions for popular NBC competition Finding the confidence to follow dreams can be a daunting experience. However, when a passion clicks, there is no reason not to pursue it. Ashley Ryan, freshman exercise science major, found her passion within singing. Ryan did not start her journey as a singer-songwriter until the […]
Disney is an iconic brand with classic traits as a company and a brand with whom many desire to work. California Baptist University’s University Choir and Orchestra recorded tracks Jan. 12 for Disney’s live action “Beauty and the Beast”. Last semester, UCO recorded tracks for Disney’s “Moana.” Many of CBU’s faculty work with Disney for […]
At the 2017 Golden Globes, “La La Land” stood out from other participants within its category by sweeping seven award categories. The film has also set records with Oscar nominations as well–tying with “Titanic” and “All about Eve” with 14 nominations. Among the categories, the most notable the film won were: Best Actor for Ryan […]
