By Dawnielle Floyd |Staff Writer| Nominees for Best Original Song, Sam Smith, The Weeknd, and Lady Gaga had amazing performances at the 88th Oscar Academy Awards on Feb. 28. Reciting his first Academy Award nomination "Writing on The Wall," from the film "Spectre" Smith took home the Oscar for best original song. Smith's piece was simple but classic with a black tuxedo and bow tie, he stood center stage as the the audience listened in admiration. The Weeknd turned heads with the performance of his hit song "Earned It." The stage was lit up with street lamps and chandeliers as an aerialist floated above his head and lithe dancers circled around the stage—The Weeknd brought a shade … [Read more...] about Highlights of Oscar Performances
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Nick Jonas gets grown up and sexy on now album
By Cesar Perez |Staff Writer| Popular tween sensation Nick Jonas released his second self-titled album, and reinvents the image of his boyish days as a Jonas Brother. The self-titled album was released on Nov. 10 by Island Records, and is produced by Jason Evigan and Jonas himself. Since I wasn't a fan of the Jonas Brothers, I was not expecting much from the album, but was pleasantly surprised how well the album was made. Jonas's soft and high-pitched vocals make his voice stand out from other artists in the industry today. The album has received positive reviews from musical critics upon its release, and is becoming a hit among CSUSB students. CSUSB senior Marlen Hernandez … [Read more...] about Nick Jonas gets grown up and sexy on now album
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