By Justine Lopez | Staff Writer | The music industry needs to brace itself because Def Jam Recordings have officially signed a new artist who has taken over the charts. Alessia Cara debuted her first single, "Here," this April and has over 17 million views on YouTube. Her touch of sound is commonly linked to Amy Winehouse, which is not too bad for a 19-year-old from Ontario, Canada. Within the first week of the song's release it accumulated over 500,000 streams and became the recently added track on every teenager's playlist. Complex magazine even labeled it as one of the best Canadian songs of April, and Billboard also added it to their "20 pop songs you need for your … [Read more...] about Alessia Carra is Poppin’
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Combatting Homesickness
By Erica Wong |Staff Writer| College is frequently referred to as “the best years of your life,” but the initial adjustment may be a bit rocky. The combined pressure of getting adjusted to an unfamiliar environment, maintaining grades, and meeting new people can really be overwhelming, especially when you’re far from family and friends. When you’re studying abroad homesickness is something everyone will experience at some point. There are some methods to coping with the transition. The most important thing is maintaining a positive attitude and being patient. Keep cultural differences in mind, the people around you may do things in ways you’re not used to. Instead of … [Read more...] about Combatting Homesickness
Coyotes’ favorite “must watch” shows
By Mary Moreno |Staff Writer| Television enthusiasts rejoice over the ability to stream their shows from network websites, Netflix and YouTube. A recent study by Neilson Research found that 37 percent of U.S. households watch television online That can explain the spontaneous gasps or laughs coming from all those students during their break in between classes. “I mostly watch Korean dramas online,” said Vanessa Robles “My favorite show is Coffee Prince, it was my very first Korean drama and is amazing. The whole plot line, everything just pulls you into the story and you begin to feel what the characters feel.” Chris Burns has been interested in two new shows released … [Read more...] about Coyotes’ favorite “must watch” shows
Omnitrans sbX Project to open soon allowing free rides to students
By Torilynn Qualls |Staff Writer| New Omnitrans sbX’s project natural gas bus line is set to open in early 2014, running 15.7 miles from Northern San Bernardino to Loma Linda. Accompanying these 14 newly modeled buses are 16 art-inspired stations. All buses include free WiFi and electrical outlets to charge your electronics on the go; also CSUSB’s participation in the “Go Smart” program allows enrolled students unlimited bus rides just by swiping their student ID. Other benefits of the Omnitrans sbX project include: public transit development, economic growth, and reduced vehicular emissions and traffic. Some downfalls of the project can be the creation of a new center … [Read more...] about Omnitrans sbX Project to open soon allowing free rides to students
Governor’s new plan would make “winners” and “losers” of schools
By Caleb Gasteiger |Staff Writer| A new plan to redistribute billions of dollars in California school funds to poorer schools is at the top of Gov. Jerry Brown’s list of priorities despite scrutiny from many California Democrats. Brown’s goal is to get his new funding plan attached to the June budget to which Democratic lawmakers are urging him to pump the brakes on the initiative’s inaction. “I’m always concerned rushing something that is so important and so complex, under a deadline,” Democratic Assemblywoman Susan Bonilla said of Brown’s urgency to incorporate the plan on the June budget. Brown said, in a press conference on April 1, to anyone who plans on opposing his new … [Read more...] about Governor’s new plan would make “winners” and “losers” of schools
Major Lazer releases second album under Mad Decent
By Lupe Duran |Staff Writer| Major Lazer hit the music scene with their new album, Free the Universe. It surpasses the mainstream sound and may be just what Diplo's online record label, Mad Decent, needs as it emerges from a near collapse. The trio (Diplo and DJs Jillionaire and Walshy Fir) have definitely revolutionized the music scene with this album and it couldn't have come at a better time. Considering a year ago, Mad Decent was on the verge of folding until American DJ and producer Baauer came to the rescue with a hit that took everyone by storm. “The Harlem Shake,” Baauer’s dance-track that went viral seemingly overnight, was released under the label. Many, including … [Read more...] about Major Lazer releases second album under Mad Decent
Indicud could have used even more time
By Lupe Duran |Staff Writer| Fans spent months responding to Kid Cudi's Facebook and Twitter posts, sharing their anticipation for Indicud, but after the wait was cut short when it leaked days before its set release date it seems they could have waited. Fans can definitely expect a strong album out of Kid Cudi as the overall feel of the album is filled with interesting beats and tempos with Cudi's deep luring voice in the background. Aside from the repetitive chorus lines and hooks that make you want to skip half-way through, you continue to listen because of the well put together beats, which seems to be the most focused aspect of the album. Kid Cudi … [Read more...] about Indicud could have used even more time
My Bloody Valentine takes 22 years for new album
By Zyrus Cruz |Staff Writer| Mellow, dark and warm guitar sounds fill the ears of listeners of the new album by the band My Bloody Valentine. My Bloody Valentine is, "One of the most unique bands of the alt-rock era, introducing a groundbreaking concoction of discordant effects and fragile melodies and kick-starting Britain’s late eighties dream-pop scene,” according to the Rolling Stone website. The long anticipated album, titled MBV, was released Feb. 2 on the band's website. According to telegraph.co.UK, it has taken My Bloody Valentine 22 years to make a follow up to their classic 1991 album Loveless. The web also mentions that the band has become a mythic rock band in their … [Read more...] about My Bloody Valentine takes 22 years for new album
Students find resolutions for the New Year
By Megan Spencer |Staff Writer| A New Year’s Resolution is commonly a goal or set of goals someone sets out to accomplish in the upcoming year. Since it is the beginning of the year, it is only appropriate to have New Year’s resolutions. A new year means new beginnings. Everyone has a reason why they strive for their particular resolutions. The New Year generates people to look back on the past year, but more importantly looking forward into the future. This is the time when people reflect on the changes they want to make and resolve with the objective to follow through on those changes. Students at CSUSB are no exception. I had the opportunity to speak to students on campus … [Read more...] about Students find resolutions for the New Year
Tomás D. Morales named next president of CSUSB
By Richard Bowie |Executive Editor| The CSU Board of Trustees have named Tomás D. Morales as the replacement for retiring CSUSB President Dr. Albert K. Karnig. A press release was published Thursday May 10 announcing Morales as president-elect for CSUSB. Morales' achievements and experience as a three-term president of the College of Staten Island, The City University of New York, having served in various capacities at Cal Poly Pomona, including vice president for student affairs, provost and vice president for academic affairs, professor of education and principal deputy to the president were highlighted. In an e-mail from residing President Karnig, it was noted that Morales would … [Read more...] about Tomás D. Morales named next president of CSUSB
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