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The sound of crickets chirping in the night grows louder as a spotlight opens up upon a single figure rocking in a chair. Attached to a long sinewy red rope hung from above, he moves slowly with the inhale and exhale of his breath. He continues in this manner; his limbs reaching, hands clutching the space above him.… Post the First Comment

Tuesday evening at the "Kings of TV" panel discussion, two of Hollywood's most accomplished producers charmed UCR with their presence: Howard Gordon, an executive producer of FOX's "24" and Matthew Weiner, the creator and executive producer of AMC's "Mad Men.… Post the First Comment

Thursday, the Barn boogied with the bands on stage at the Student Run Health Clinic's winter concert fundraiser. The clinic, which helps Riverside locals with basic healthcare, raised approximately $200 through donations at the show, according to organizers.… Post the First Comment

Wednesday night at The Barn was, in a word, eclectic. Before the nice, close knit audience of students, fans and interesting characters who all seemed to know each other, We Are The World and Mutaytor redefined the word-really. You came away from the show and could only ask yourself, "What was that?" The night started off with a set by We Are The World.… 2 Comments

After almost eight years of being on hiatus, no doubt working on a few personal problems, Gibson has remerged with a new script and a vengeance to act in "The Edge of Darkness." This suspenseful movie portrays classic Mel Gibson at his best with his dominating screen presence and superb acting skills.… Post the First Comment

Wrap a bundle of clichés, stereotypes, B-list actors and Italy together and what does one get? A disaster of a romantic comedy named "When in Rome," where the only people entertained by this horror of a flick are pre-teen girls and middle-aged women going through menopause.… Post the First Comment

Life doesn't get any better for singer/songwriter Mark Oliver Everett, better known as E, as he digs deep into his heart to look for something recently lost. Though Eels eighth album "End Times" is being released just six months after their last album, E has a lot to say about his uncertainty of the future.… Post the First Comment

During a time when pop princesses ruled the airwaves with bubble-gum songs about crushes and puppy love, R&B goddess Toni Braxton took control of the charts with her more sophisticated sound. Now, over a decade later, Braxton has released her sixth studio album "Pulse.… 2 Comments

The Album Leaf's "A Chorus of Storytellers" has an ambiance of mystery and nostalgia made up of both synthesized and acoustic sounds. The album is largely instrumental and creates a smooth and relaxing atmosphere that lacks aggression. The album seems to be reminiscent of '90s alternative rock like Moby, which is fitting considering the band's formation in 1998.… Post the First Comment