Biology senior Clarice Mendoza first picked up singing when she was a freshman as a stress reliever from studying science as a freshman. “I’m a...

This took a while — six years to be exact. Despite all the stress, I had such a great time here. And I listened to so much music to get me through...

Out of the many albums released so far in 2016, no album fascinates me more than The 1975’s “I Like It When You Sleep, for You Are So Beautiful yet...

Prince’s death didn’t fully get to me until I tuned into The Current. On the unfateful day, the Minnesota radio station ran marathon of songs by the...

One thing I’m disappointed about is that I won’t get to write in length about Tegan and Sara’s upcoming new album, “Love You to Death,” here...

For incoming freshmen who may find it difficult to find a place at San Diego State even while living in on-campus dorms, there’s the option to live in...

My favorite band of all time is Paramore, but I’ve had the toughest time admitting it. A person shouldn’t be ashamed to declare any band his or her...

All I could think about when I saw Carly Rae Jepsen perform at The Grove in Anaheim was the critics who shrugged off the pop singer’s latest album, “Emotion.” The...

Midterm season's approaching, which means things are about to get very real very soon. As the due date for your midterm paper creeps closer, you just...

The new MacBook has me scared for my future with music. The latest laptops from Apple have no slot to insert a CD. In fact, other companies have done...

During his time off from the lab, professor Nicholas Shikuma grabs the board to surf at the beach. He picked up his favorite sport at a young age in Hawaii,...

Rihanna’s public persona has crested into an icy cool since her last release, “Unapologetic.” Though her arresting ballad “Stay” won the most...

Recently I started to ask this icebreaker to new friends: “What’s your favorite David Bowie album?” The conversation starter was supposed to be all...

Name: Angel Contreras Major: Chicano studies Year: Junior Student organization affiliations: First-Year Leadership Initiative What inspired...

Taylor Swift, congratulations on winning Video of the Year for “Bad Blood” at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards. I’m happy for you, but I got...

The few times I’ve played Carly Rae Jepsen’s music in the presence of other people, they seemed to mention one thing that’s starting to irk me. “It’s...

Alabama Shakes doesn’t hold back a thing to get its message across. The southern four-piece first captured national attention in 2012 with its debut...

Back in 2011, Mexican pop musician Ximena Sariñana got out of her comfort zone to try something new with her music. After the success of her all-Spanish...

San Diego has a number of thriving music scenes defined by a solid musical identity whether it be hip-hop, do-it-yourself punk or big-room dance. But how...

Things have yet to simmer down for actress Cashae Monya, also a recent graduate of the San Diego State Child and Family Development program. It’s still...

After years of dominating college party playlists and posing for magazine covers, Atlanta rap trio Migos hits the tour circuit. The group’s singles has...

The annual 91X Wrex the Halls returns to Valley View Casino Center on Dec. 12. The San Diego station has brought an impressive lineup of alternative music...

A modest crowd showed up on Nov. 22 at the Smith Recital Hall for the Electronic Music Marathon. The School of Music and Dance concert showcased a variety...

Look no further than Porter’s Pub to host on-point live hip-hop performances. Last Tuesday, Nov. 11, the University of California, San Diego venue impressed...

San Diego State’s School of Theatre, Television and Film presented its second night of the Pulitzer-winning play “Water by the Spoonful” last Saturday,...

Local cinema pumps inspiration into the community In the middle of a hip bar and coffee shop on El Cajon Boulevard sits Digital Gym Cinema. Geared with...

Following the release of its well-praised album, “Lose,” indie rock band Cymbals Eat Guitars played its ambitious new material on Friday, Oct. 3, at...

Ryo’s Picks Parktoberfest in South Park Oktoberfest is among us, and the South Park community is joining the fun. This Saturday, Oct. 11, the first...

Kiwi pop rookie Lorde will take the stage this Saturday at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Theatre. Thanks to her smash single “Royal,” it’s a good bet...

Add cassette tapes to the list of past music formats making a comeback. It’s not so surprising to find a cassette-only release of an album for an indie...

This past summer, I watched local musicians play cover songs at an open mic. It was nothing special, unless you've never heard anyone sing Bob Marley’s...

Two-day music conference and festival San Diego Music Thing took residence at Town and Country Resort this past weekend, Sept. 12-13. At the relaxed vacation...

From films to frames and turn-up to standup, this weekend has something for you. Ryo’s Picks SDSU Fall Film Festival Check out what the talented...

Heads up, music fans: the San Diego Music Thing returns for its seventh year this weekend on Sept. 12 and 13. Similar in concept to Austin’s South by...

Opposite from tradition, the new musical film “God Help the Girl” started out as an album before it became a full-length feature. Writer and director...

Being an underage music fan can be tough. Countless bands stop in San Diego, but they often play shows at venues where attendees have to be legal drinking...

On Sunday, Aug. 10, Soda Bar welcomed two exciting rock bands from Nashville: Those Darlins and Diarrhea Planet. Both groups are currently touring behind...

Previously faced for eviction and termination of lease on July 13, the Che Cafe was recently granted an extended stay. This extension marks a positive...

Ryo’s Picks City Fest Sunday, Aug. 10., 12 p.m. Hillcrest’s annual street fair, CityFest, is returning Sunday Aug. 10 to celebrate its 30 year...

In conjunction with the first official day of summer on June 21, the Mingei International Museum in Balboa Park recently opened up the new exhibit “Surf...

Supporters of the historic Che Cafe have been fighting against the venue’s closure since first notified in May by University of California, San Diego....

Released in a year full of stunning records, the debut album, “Feast of Love," by Pity Sex stands as an indie rock highlight from 2013. A full year has...

Alek’s picks Pete Tong The godfather of house makes his way back to San Diego. Pete Tong will play an intimate show this Saturday, May 10 at the...

On Friday, May 2, Detroit rapper Danny Brown performed his wild, party-ready songs for a packed crowd at Porter’s Pub. Zelooperz, a rapper from Danny’s...

Last week from April 28 to May 1, San Diego State University’s printmaking and lithography art students held a week-long art show in classroom 416 C....

Ryo’s Picks SDSU University Dance Company celebrates 25 years This year, the University Dance Company at San Diego State celebrates 25 years as...

April was a busy month, not just with schoolwork (at least for me) but also with a lot of new exciting music coming out. Like I said in March, the year...

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, Downtown recently opened a couple new exhibitions for visitors to check out. The latest exhibition, “Eva Struble:...

Ryo’s Picks ‘Intersecting Lines” Following past acclaimed art exhibitions, San Diego Public Library presents “Intersecting Lines: The Tenth...

This week, popular electronic dance music festival HARD Summer announced their official line-up for this year's event on Aug. 2 and Aug. 3. Rather than...

Finding new records should be more than a simple shopping trip. For those looking to hang out as you shop for your favorite music, a visit to Vinyl Junkies...

San Diego’s beloved Ken Cinema movie theater may show its last screening very soon. Longtime operator Landmark Theatres decided to terminate its lease...

As you scour through the internet for new dance music, you are bound to stumble upon an iconic  silhouette of a donkey kicking out its hind legs. That...

The high-energy brand of dance music heard at popular raves may not appeal to every dance music fan. For those looking for a smooth alternative, don’t...

San Diego State students Michael Schenk and Alberto Sandoval met at a club meeting in 2012. After bonding over similar interests for music, the two friends...

Last Saturday, Los Angeles rapper Schoolboy Q performed at WorldBeat Cultural Center in Balboa Park for his Oxymoron tour. The sold-out show in San Diego...

House of Blues   Manchester Orchestra - 05/06   RiFF RaFF - 05/07   YG - 05/24 This March, YG dropped his major label...

The breakthrough 2013 single “I’m Not Dancing” by Tirzah makes you double-check if something is up with your speakers. The flute play like something...

This year just got started as March rolled out some of the most unforgettable music from 2014. Here are my five favorite songs released this month that...

On March 19, rock musician Annie Clark, who records music with the name St. Vincent, returned to San Diego to perform at the House of Blues. Joined by...

Holly Herndon thinks “laptop music” differently. While others stay busy debating the legitimacy of digital music, Herndon openly embraces the portable...

Alek's Picks Annie Mac and friends Coming from the South by Southwest Music and Arts Festival, Annie Mac is finally bringing a full tour stateside....

Don’t ever forget that supporting acts are worth the admission too. Such is the case for indie band Speedy Ortiz, opening for Stephen Malkmus and the...

“The Grand Budapest Hotel” is a Wes Anderson film. Meaning, the director’s quirks are well present. The film is set in the Republic of Zubrowka,...

Alek’s Picks GTA Powerhouse duo GTA sets its sights on downtown San Diego’s nightclub, Bang Bang. The show is accompanied by rising duo What So Not,...

Country musician Lydia Loveless hides nothing on record. In her songs, Loveless shares her midnight lust and vices openly with no regrets. Her honest storytelling...

No matter how extravagant the idea, artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude worked endlessly to make it a reality. Museum of Contemporary Arts San Diego, La...

So far this semester, I wrote articles about mostly rock bands with a few electronic acts here and there. I love those bands, but I want to talk more about...

Merriment and wit is the business for Seattle band Tacocat, and the cheery name is only the beginning. The band consists of drummer Lelah Maupin, guitarist...

Alek’s Picks Gaslamp Block Party Come and check out “Celebrate San Diego at the Gaslamp Block Party” taking place in the nine historical blocks...

The Casbah is prepared with a stunning lineup of metal bands for an upcoming show. On Sunday, March 9, the San Diego venue welcomes Russian Circles, KEN...

Hey there. I’m Ryo Miyauchi, senior staff writer for the entertainment section. When I’m not writing here about events in San Diego, I’m checking...

Alek’s Picks Riggi & Piros East Coast duo Anthony Riggi and James Piros, Riggi & Piros are old enough to be students here at San Diego...

Before her brief break on tour, folk musician Marissa Nadler performed with her band at Soda Bar on Sunday, Feb. 23, playing songs from her new album,...

Folk musician Angel Olsen connects heart-to-heart through her music in a way only a few musical artists can match. Olsen's openness in her music caught...

Alek’s Picks Bassjackers Come out this Saturday night as Bassmnt presents Bassjackers for their “Awakening Saturdays” series. The Dutch DJ/producers,...

The 14-year career of folk musician Marissa Nadler has been an impressive one. Nadler has released one intriguing record after another throughout her now...

At its core, dancing is a body reaction as a response to its surroundings. Exploring this primal root to dancing and performance is the BodyCartography...

Ryo’s Picks: San Diego Museum Month February is Museum Month and now through the end of the month, participating San Diego museums will have half-off...

Last Friday night, the second evening of this spring semester’s San Diego State Student Film Festival played at the Don Powell Theatre. Dozens of short...

Alek’s Picks: DVBBS Throughout the past couple of months, a craze has been sweeping the EDM atmosphere. At the forefront is Canadian duo, DVBBS...

Electronic musician Daniel Lopatin likes to play with sounds. As Oneohtrix Point Never, Lopatin creates immersive arrangements that explore the infinite...

New York indie rock band Hospitality is a three piece consisting of Amber Papini, Brian Betancourt and Nathan Michel. Following its fun and playful self-titled...

In the past few years, the Los Angeles rap label Top Dawg Entertainment has been hitting it big in the rap scene, popularly mentioned alongside the current...

Every week, the Entertainment staff writers recommend local events for the weekend. Here are some choices from staff writers Alek Sanchez and Ryo Miyauchi. Alek’s...

Nowadays, dance music is often produced through computer software programs, but Spanish band Delorean brings a live, organic feel to the genre. On Feb....

Ryo’s Pick “It’s a Wonderful Life” at Reading The holiday season is here. If you have not started a Christmas movie marathon, a good place is...

Live music doesn’t take a break for the holidays. Here are five great acts stopping in San Diego during the rest of winter. 1. Icona Pop It’s almost...

Last Saturday, The Che Café Collective hosted memorable performances by three great bands: Upset, Swearin’ and Waxahatchee. The small, communal atmosphere...

91X’s Wrex the Halls Radio station 91X is putting on its annual holiday festival “Wrex the Halls.” A staple of rock ‘n’ roll performances,...

Luce Loft is an event space located in downtown San Diego that hosts wedding receptions and small parties. Last Saturday night, it was an intimate music...

Alek’s Picks Jay-Z’s “Magna Carter” world tour On Dec. 7, the one and only Jay-Z is performing in San Diego. Coming off the release of his 15th...

In January of 2012, musician Katie Crutchfield released her solo project Waxahatchee after disbanding her band P.S. Eliot. At the time, Waxahatchee’s...

  Last Saturday, New Jersey punk rock band Screaming Females performed at the Soda Bar, supported by tour mate Upset and San Diego band Sledding...

Ryo’s Picks:   Julianna Barwick at Luce Loft Experimental artist Julianna Barwick is recommended for those looking for a relaxed musical evening....

In a time when the Internet is a huge place to experience new music, it’s refreshing to watch a talented band put on a great live show. Synth-pop trio...

Alek’s Picks: Campus Movie Fest Campus MovieFest will be screening plenty of original storytelling this weekend. Provided with camcorders, laptops...

Radios Silent calls itself a “border band,” proudly playing the music scenes of San Diego and Tijuana. The rock band began in 2003 and it its debut...

Digital and analog photography may seem like separate art forms. However, talented photographers have created many unique photographs by applying digital...