Flyleaf stays grounded as they rise to fame

by LISA HERNANDEZ, opinion editor

The rock band Flyleaf remembers their roots and still remains modest after their rise to fame.

The band got their start in Texas in the early 2000’s. The band was originally called “Passerby” before changing their name to Flyleaf. Their self-titled, debut album “Flyleaf” sold more than 1 million copies worldwide. Their newest album, “Memento Mori,” is scheduled for release Nov. 10.

Motel Motel creates original sound with 'shwag rock'

by THOMAS D. MOONEY, entertainment editor

Motel Motel deserves a rowdy and overcrowded bar every time they play, a place where the hipsters, hippies, and cowboys all come together on a Saturday night to hear Motel’s version of garage rock and Americana honky-tonk. It’s something they like to call “shwag rock.”

Low Anthem delivers weathered harmonies

by THOMAS D. MOONEY, entertainment editor

The Low Anthem are the Bob Dylan and John Steinbeck disciples for another place and time.

You close your eyes while listening to their brand of feathery Americana folk and picture them playing from town to town along the West Coast during the ‘30s.

'Where the Wild Things Are' brings storybook to life

by TAUSHA ROSEN, editor-in-chief

It has been called one of the most beloved books of all time, and there’s no denying the fact that most kids have grown up with their parents reading it to them time and time again.

And now, after 46 years of being a children’s book, “Where the Wild Things Are” has been made into one of the most anticipated movies to hit screens in a long time.

'Saw VI' one sequel too many

by LISA HERNANDEZ, opinion editor

The Jigsaw murders continue in the sixth chapter of the “Saw” movies.

The plot stays the same as it has been since the release of the first “Saw” movie in 2004. Victims are tortured and killed in order to “learn” a lesson caused by wrongdoings in their lives. They are forced to ironically appreciate the life that they have.

'Paranormal Activity' provides chilling point of view

by MICHAEL BANE, staff writer

As everyone has heard already, there is a new scary movie out in theaters called “Paranormal Activity.”

 Just like many people, I love scary movies, so I had to see this movie. It was very interesting, because it was filmed with just one camera. When I say one camera, I mean that different angles aren’t being shown constantly. You have the same point of view throughout the movie.

New Slang: Lil Wayne admits to gun possession

by THOMAS D. MOONEY, entertainment editor

According to the Associated Press, rapper Lil Wayne recently pled guilty to attempted gun possession in New York. Wayne “expects to receive a one-year jail sentence.”

Kristofferson, Dylan pump out personal fall albums

by THOMAS D. MOONEY, entertainment editor

Kris Kristofferson - "Closer To The Bone"

"The Twilight Saga: New Moon"

Bob Dylan - "Christmas In The Heart"

Drake releases mixtape with album quality

by RUSTIN MELTON, staff writer

Aubrey Drake Graham, more commonly known as “Drake”, is one of the many up-and-comers in the world of hip-hop music.

More and more people are starting to become fans of his music.  The rapper Drake recently released a new mix tape titled “So Far Gone.”  Though it may be a mix tape, it has album-like quality.

Wheeler Duo 'Stretched' talents on new CD

by MICHAEL BANE, staff writer

Husband and wife duo, Brent and Emily Wheeler, released a new CD that appeals to audiences from many genres of music. 

They recently performed on Oct. 22 at the Helen DeVitt Jones Theater for the Performing Arts.

'Musical Comedy Murders of 1940' showcases superb performances

by JONNY CARR, editorial assistant

Murder, mystery, and a well-stocked cabinet of brandy add up to an astonishingly witty performance of “The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940.”

The first production of the fall semester for the theatre program at South Plains College opened on Oct. 15 and topped off the run with a matinee on Oct. 18 in the Helen DeVitt Jones Theater for the Performing Arts.