“Rockman” is Mk.gee’s victory lap
It has been a phenomenal year for music. Between Charli XCX’s “Brat” creating a whole summer trend and Kendrick Lamar’s up-beat diss-track “Not like...
Artist Spotlight: Welcome to the world of MFA Playwrights
During the first week of orientation last year, MFA Playwrights Ava Fojtik, Aaron Higareda and Karly Thomas decided to hang out; what was expected...
The Bellrays Represent Riverside Rock n’ Roll Royalty
Riverside is home to countless creative individuals with a passion for music. Bands play at venues like Birdcage Comic Cafe or Back To The...
Artist Spotlight: Mia Bruce exposes life’s fragility through artistic experimentation
Inland Empire resident Mia Bruce uses every emotion and moment to paint an uncensored representation of life. Bruce has used the canvas as a...
Artist Spotlight: Izze Mora’s multimedia exhibition
On the second floor of the Arts Building, in room 245, lives the ever-changing Phyllis Gill Gallery. Throughout the quarter, the gallery is a...
Artist Spotlight: Jesus Castañeda’s paintings strengthen the roots of his family tree
Jesus Castañeda practices art out of his studio located in our very own Inland Empire. His art has been housed in museums across California...
Remembering the life and legacy of actor Matthew Perry
On Oct. 28, 2023, it was announced to the public that the 54-year-old actor, Matthew Perry, passed away in his home. The news came...
Artist Spotlight: Gabriela Molina’s unique take on cultural heritage
Gabriela Molina, a fourth-year majoring in studio art and education, represents the ties she holds to both her family and culture within her art....
Artist Spotlight: Ron Del Cid inspires the next generation of Inland Empire artists
UCR alumni Ron Del Cid serves as the lead outreach worker for Project B.R.I.D.G.E. The acronym stands for Building Resources for the Intervention Deterrence...
Artist Spotlight: Francisco “Franky” Castle becomes energy in motion!
Keeping the dream alive with Franky Castle’s eccentric life.
Southern California local, Francisco “Franky” Castle, is passionate about the arts. I met Castle at Riverside’s...