By Janet Martinez |Staff Writer| Summer is coming, and one cannot help but think about what amazing events or adventures they will get into. Starting off the summer, we will have the 13th annual Lavender Festival hosted by 123 Farm in Cherry Valley. The organic marketplace takes much pride in their lavender-inspired favorites such as lavender lemonade and ice cream; they also make honey, balsamic vinegar, essential oils, fresh bouquets, plants and even lavender-stuffed toys. Enjoy this unique festival from June 9-11 and 16-18. Snow in the summer? Keep cool this summer while snowboarding or skiing until August at Mammoth Mountain. The last time Mammoth stayed open this long … [Read more...] about An Endless Summer
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Kendrick Lamar “DAMN.” album review
By Yesica Gonzalez lStaff Writer| Hip-Hop artist Kendrick Lamar’s new album “DAMN.” was just released on Friday, April 14. Lamar's album was very different from other artists that usually focus on this type of field and I found it to be enjoyable. "DAMN." would most likely be suitable for young adults and any hip-hop lover out there. The album has14 tracks that each have various ranges of beats and melody that distinguishes it from each other. This is Lamar’s fourth hip-hop album and has been receiving various reviews from many online and magazine sources. Online Magazine, Pitchfork, has rated a nine out of ten stars and has considered it to be a "master … [Read more...] about Kendrick Lamar “DAMN.” album review
A Tribe United
By Nylles Vernon | Staff Writer | The legendary hip-hop group A Tribe Called Quest recently announced that they are releasing their sixth and final album, “We Got It From Here, Thank You For Your Service” on Nov. 11. The group consists of four members:. Hailing from Queens, New York, A Tribe Called Quest's music incorporates an electric mix of jazz, afro-funk and soul. The process for the new album was going well until the death of Phife Dawg aka "The Five Foot Assassin" happened on March 22 from complications of diabetes. The news of his death had a huge impact throughout the hip-hop and urban community. “I honestly couldn’t believe it, because we lost so many music … [Read more...] about A Tribe United
Snoop Dogg Album Review “Bush”
By Jose Alvarez | Staff Witter | After the failed attempt of changing his persona to Snoop Lion a couple years back, Snoop Dogg is back releasing his new album "Bush," on May 8, with Pharrell Williams as his main producer. With Mark Ronson's hit single "Uptown Funk," Kendrick Lamar's new album "To Pimp A Butterfly," and now Snoop Dogg's new album "Bush," it seems like funk is making a comeback. There are all sorts of big names featured on this album, ranging from Pharrell Williams to Stevie Wonder, T.I., Rick Ross, and even Gwen Stefani. My expectations were simple, I expected that with the name Snoop Dogg making a return, we would see some of that old school west coast rap that … [Read more...] about Snoop Dogg Album Review “Bush”
Spring Splash brings the heat
By Princess Russell |Staff Writer| Crowds of crazy fans crammed into UC Riverside during the hottest day in April for the school's annual Spring Splash festival. Many felt the combination of heat and anticipation in the air for the new age Hip-Hop sounds of rap artist Kendrick Lamar and the classic R&B music of Musiq Soulchild. The votes were split when it came to which headlining artist would be the most highly anticipated. From the time the festival doors opened, eager fans were counting down the minutes until their favorite headliners performed. “Kendrick is the headliner," said student Clyde Durden. "I think everyone came to see him.” “I want to see both Kendrick and … [Read more...] about Spring Splash brings the heat
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