By Rebekah Deponte |Staff Writer| The American Country Countdown (ACC) Awards happened May 1 at The Forum in Inglewood. The event embodied the roots of country music, acknowledging artists who have shaped the industry, as well as celebrating the shift in the genre's sound that has been inspired by country newcomers. The ACC Awards are based on the weekly radio show "American Country Countdown with Kix Brooks" and recognized country music artists' yearly achievements based on album sales, radio play, and streaming data. Martina McBride, Jennifer Nettles and Camaron "Cam" Marvel Ochs opened the show with a performance of McBride's hit song, "This One's for the Girls." The … [Read more...] about American Country Countdown Awards
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Music Festival Playlist
By Lupe Perez | Staff Writer | With midterms around the corner students are already thinking of ways to procrastinate. Coachella and Stagecoach being one of them. These music celebrations range in different genres like Indie, Country, and Rap. Festival season is a great way to meet and experience artists that are unlikely to be heard of otherwise. Students elaborate on the festival favorites this year ranging from the main headliners to the rookies. Calvin Harris’s "Feels so close," inspired by Guns N' Roses song "Sweet Child O Mine," is a great addition to this playlist since both artists will be at Coachella, uniting two generations. Electronic and techno songs by DJ's like Zedd and … [Read more...] about Music Festival Playlist
Festivals season approaches
By Alejandro Cardenas |Staff Writer| With big events coming in the near future, it’s time for Coyotes to get into the music mood. Coachella, Stagecoach, Beyond Wonderland, Crush, and Epicenter are happening at local Southern California venues. Music festivals like these are the perfect place for students to unwind from the building stress of schoolwork and essays. “I go to festivals for the experience and the positive vibes,” said Ayde Rico.There’s nothing quite like meeting up with your friends, dressing up in your favorite festival gear and dancing the night away to the music of your favorite artists alongside thousands of other fans who are there for the love of music.” The … [Read more...] about Festivals season approaches
Residential assistants get students dancing
By Kenneth Young |Staff Writer| Country Line dancing made its way to CSUSB on Oct. 21, between the Joshua and Mojave buildings at Serrano Village. The event was organized by Tommy Slocumb, the residential assistant (RA) for the Joshua Building. The event lasted an hour, with approximately 20-30 student participants. Every quarter, each RA from Serrano Village organizes two events that are open to both residents and commuters. With this in mind, Slocumb jumped at the chance to host the country line dance. “I’ve had a passion for country music since I was a child,” Slocumb said. “And country line dancing was exactly how I wanted to express that.” A love for country … [Read more...] about Residential assistants get students dancing
Obama discusses next four years
By Marysol Guzman |Staff Writer| President Barack Obama spoke in front of House members and civilians to discuss the future of America for the next four years of his presidency last Tuesday Feb. 12. The President opened his State of the Union address with a quote from President John F. Kennedy: “The Constitution makes us not rivals for power but partners for progress.” Immigration reform, investments in energy, investments in education, gun control, higher minimum wage, health benefits, job creation and home manufactured goods were just a few of his topics discussed in his speech. Obama also thanked troops and civilians who sacrificed their lives for the safety of … [Read more...] about Obama discusses next four years
Red alert: Swift’s new album blazes through the charts
By Lupe Duran |Staff Writer| Six-time Grammy award winner singer/songwriter, Taylor Swift lets her confidence and lyrical talent blaze through the music on her highly anticipated album Red, released on Oct. 22. The album sold over 500,000 copies on its release date and is expected to top a million copies according to Billboard. Along with "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together," the first single that's been topping the charts since it's release two months ago, tracks like "Everything has Changed" and "Treacherous" have claimed their spots at the top of iTunes' charts. With a mix of rock, pop and of course a hint of country, Swift's fourth album features songs that carry a "tween" … [Read more...] about Red alert: Swift’s new album blazes through the charts
Women’s cross country outstanding record breaking season
by Ashlynne Macan | Staff Writer | The CSUSB women’s cross country season is coming to an end and this year they have broken a nine-year-old school record while marking their personal record times. Coach Tom Burleson, who oversees the women’s cross-country team, said that the girls started training last spring to prepare for the season that started in August. While they had the summer to train, they still had other things to focus on. These girls are not just athletes; they are students first and this year has been intense. It took a tremendous amount of focus to realize what they had to do to achieve their goals while maintaining their student and work lives. “Just having to get … [Read more...] about Women’s cross country outstanding record breaking season
Scotty McCreery new American Idol
By Brittany Filippini |Staff Writer| After wowing the judges and fans with a youthful, boisterous voice, 17 year-old Scotty McCreery is the new American Idol. McCreery was given the title of American Idol on last week’s season 10 finale. A reported 122 million votes, according to People magazine, were cast to determine who would be America’s next “Idol.” McCreery won over American hearts, leaving 16 year-old Lauren Alaina, who was also an aspiring country singer, as the season’s runner-up. McCreery started his journey to become the next American Idol over a year ago, he exclaims, according to People. McCreery traveled from his hometown in North Carolina to Milwaukee to audition … [Read more...] about Scotty McCreery new American Idol