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Music Reviews Pentatonix Album: Pentatonix Release Date: October 16, 2015
By Jordyn Smith
Fan-favorite Pentatonix has released their self-titled album’s deluxe edition. The band’s incredible ability to harmonize shines through, as the album has an eclectic mix of melodies and vibes. From upbeat tracks like “Na Na Na” to bluesy tracks like “Can’t Sleep Love,” their ability to mix it up shows why they have had a spike in popularity. Each singer’s ability is showcased in this 17-track album. They took a creative leap by releasing an album comprised of originals, a risk because Pentatonix is known for the creative covers of hit tracks. With this release, they have taken their same energetic passion and elevated it. To close it out, they included three covers for their faithful listeners.
Carnival Music recording artist Hailey Whitters delivers her first full-length album with the release of “Black Sheep.” In the age of pop-country, Whitters veers in the opposite direction, leaning more towards the styles of Miranda Lambert and Ashley Monroe. Her 10-track album mixes high-rock country songs with traditional ballads. She kicks it up a notch with “Long Come to Jesus,” “Heartbreaker,” and “Pocket Change.” Then she brings it back level with “Late Bloomer” and “Low All Afternoon.” The title track “Black Sheep” brings out the rebel in us all, and the record as a whole is a nice break from the pop-country format. With great prospects and what looks to be a bright future ahead of her, Hailey Whitters provides a great listen with “Black Sheep.”
Hailey Whitters Album: Black Sheep
Release Date: October 2, 2015
Lovato comes straight out of the gate with the title track on this release. This hard-hitting anthem shows a new side to Lovato and helps set the tone and theme for the rest of the album. The 15-track album showcases a great deal of maturity in Lovato’s music.
Demi Lovato
Her passion is unwavering with each track delivering exceptionally well and her incredible vocal talent is at the forefront of this album. The eclectic mix of melodies and instrumentation helps this album come together well, adding to the fact that Lovato has out-done herself with this release.
Release Date: October 16, 2015
Bronze Radio Return releases “Light Me Up,” a 10-track album that showcases the band’s take on the Alternative genre. They have elements of electronic, rock, and funk infused into this record, and the result is a unique collection of tracks. They mix more upbeat tracks with “Light Me Up” with more laid-back tracks like “Nowhere to Be.” Overall, if you have not heard of this band before and are looking for something new, Bronze Radio Return is your answer. Their ability to showcase their talents and connect make this a band you need to listen to.
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Bronze Radio Return Album: Light Me Up
Release Date: October 16, 2015
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NAVIGATING THE GROVE
By Annabeth Reeb
For those Aggie Loyalists who will be making the 473-mile journey to Oxford • this weekend to watch Texas A&M take on the Rebels of Ole Miss, we have a few tips for you. The Grove, and Mississippians in general, have a uniquely different culture from what is the norm in College Station. To avoid culture shock, muddy feet, and a mug shot, be sure to keep this guide in mind when you are stumbling through one of the country’s premiere tailgating arenas. • • Let’s go ahead and define The Grove for those of you who have never been to Oxford. The Grove: 10 acres of tailgating glory, coupled with miles and miles of tents, mud, and bodies, located in the center of Ole Miss campus. Yes, it’s just as scary – and awesome – as it sounds. • • Set down the bottle. Whether you are of age or not, this rule is a strict one. Ole Miss police keep an eye out for beer cans, beer bottles, and liquor bottles in unsuspecting game-goers’ hands. If you want to carry a drink around with you: pour it in a plastic cup to avoid trouble.
Ladies, there’s no need to fear high-healed enemies for this game. Unlike the dangerously tall shoes that Alabama girls were sporting last weekend, most Ole Miss students and fans wear boots to save themselves from the famed Mississippi mud. Don’t be afraid to bring your game day kickers to Oxford, although, you better be prepared to clean them. Look out for the new street signs. Tailgaters put signs up in the middle of the Grove to indicate dirt paths toward different tents. You’ll find signs like “our tent is on the left of the Walk of Champions, four tents to the right of the red one.” That being said – be prepared to get a little lost. Pace yourself. The tailgates start bright and early, with no shortage of refreshments. The Grove environment is a rowdy one, and you’ll need all of your strength to cheer on those Aggies.
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NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM @ GEORGE BUSH LIBRARY By Annabeth Reeb We have all seen the hit movie Night at the Museum, now is your chance to live out a spooky scenario at The George Bush Presidential Library and Museum’s event on October 25, co-hosted by Bryan Broadcasting. The event is open to the public and will be a night to remember. In addition to the annual Children’s Costume Contest, the event will include bounce houses, carnival games, face painting, holiday photo ops, refreshments, and plenty of trick-or-treating throughout the museum. With Halloween fun mixed with education and friends from all over the community, you won’t want to miss the Night at the Museum Halloween Celebration. Head out to the Bush Library on October 25 from 3:00pm to 6:00pm. The event is FREE and open to the public. Visit bush41.org for more information.
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HALLOWEEN EVENTS IN AGGIELAND By Madison Matous
You don’t have to look far for frightful Halloween fun. Whether you are looking for family fun or a night out on the town, Aggieland has it going on this Halloween season. Check out these local events to get you in the Halloween spirit.
Zombie Crawl Thursday, October 22 at 8:00 – 11:00 pm Show up in your best zombie costume prepared to take over Northgate. The night will begin at The Backyard and crawl, walk, or creep to participating Northgate bars. As you venture around, you will have your zombie card stamped. At the end of the night, head back over to The Backward for drink specials, costume contests and cash prizes. Participating locations include: Basil Whippet’s, Social Lounge, The West End Elixir Company, Rough Draught, Boulevard 217, Cedar Lane Patio Arbor, Foundation Lounge, Gatsby’s, The Corner Bar, Logie’s on Campus, O’Bannon’s Taphouse, Dry Bean Saloon Shot Bar, the Dixie Chicken and Chimy’s.
Messina Hoff: Spooky Cellar Tours Saturday, October 24 at 6:30pm Sunday, October 25 at 5:00pm Saturday, October 31 at 6:30pm Take in the tales and lore of the area as you sip on a glass of Sparkling Ghost Wine or Reflections of Blood. This Halloweenthemed cellar tour is sure to be a great pick for a spooky date night. Walk around the estate and learn the history of the vineyard, and afterward you can try four different varieties directly from the tanks and Barrels in the Spooky Cellar Room. Costumes are encouraged, but not required. Tickets range from $30 per person to $50 per couple. Visit messinahoff.com for more information.
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Trick or Treat at “Werewolf Creek” Friday, October 30 at 5:00pm – 9:00pm Head over to the Wolf Pen Creek Park for some family fun and get into the Halloween spirit with trick-or-treating, a scarecrow contest, hay maze and rides, carnival games, joy jumps and more. Food vendors will be onsite and guests may bring their own refreshments, though alcohol and glass containers will not be allowed. Admission is FREE, but furry friends will need to be left at home.
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Spooktastic Halloween Treats By Adrianna Zampieri
Get your sweet tooth ready because Halloween is just around the corner! It’s the designated day for dressing up, scaring strangers, and eating lots and lots of sugar (because calories don’t count on Halloween). But don’t limit your sugar intake to store-bought, prepackaged candy. Instead, sink your teeth into something homemade and frighteningly delicious.
Halloween Bark
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1 1/2 cups candy corn 20 – 30 candy eyeballs 1 – 2 tbsp of Halloween food sprinkles
Here’s How to Do It: 1. Melt the almond bark or white chocolate melts according to the package. 2. While the chocolate is melting, cover a large cookie sheet with wax paper. Spread the broken cookies, pretzels, and 1 cup of the candy corn onto the prepared cookie sheet.
This recipe from “Family Fresh Meals” is loaded with a ton of goodies that people of all ages will be 3. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cookie quick to devour like brain-hungry zombies. It’s salty, mixture, using a spatula to coat evenly. sweet, crunchy, and creamy all combined to make the perfect bite. 4. Quickly cover the wet chocolate with the remaining candy corn, candy eyeballs, and What You Need: Halloween sprinkles. Place the cookie tray into the • 12 – 14 black and orange Oreo cookies broken refrigerator until the chocolate is firm. up into large chunks • 1 cup pretzels, broken into pieces 5. Break into small pieces and enjoy! • 1 lb almond bark or white chocolate melts
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Bloody Apples
Monster Cookies
Everybody loves a chocolate-covered apple on Halloween. “WonkyWonderful” has added a creepy twist to this classic staple, and it is sure to delight your taste buds while satisfying your vampire-like craving for something just a little bit bloody.
Monster cookies – the treat you better keep an eye on. This odd-looking yet adorable treat created by “Lil’ Luna” is gooey and chewy and everything yummy. Make them green like this recipe, or mix food coloring to produce all sorts of different Halloween colors.
What You Need: • 4 large apples • 12 oz white chocolate melts • 2 tbsp shortening • 4 bamboo apple sticks • Wilton’s red sparkle gel Here’s How to Do It: 1. Thoroughly wash and dry apples. Then insert the bamboo sticks.
What You Need: • 1 box of yellow cake mix • 1/2 cup butter softened • 1/2 tsp vanilla • 1 8 oz. bar cream cheese softened • 1 egg • Green food coloring • Powdered sugar • Candy eyeballs
2. In large measuring cup, microwave chocolate and shortening for 1 minute. Stop and stir vigorously half way through until all chocolate is melted and smooth.
Here’s How to Do It: 1. Beat together butter, vanilla, egg and cream cheese until fluffy.
3. Dip apples in melted chocolate and transfer to baking sheet lined with wax paper. 4. Refrigerate apples 5-10 minutes or until chocolate sets. 5. Drizzle the red sparkle gel on the top of the apples. Use a wooden stick to gently spread gel and manipulate the “blood” drips. 6. Refrigerate the apples to prevent gel from dripping further.
2. Mix in the cake mix. Add green food coloring until it’s the color you want. 3. Chill the dough for 30 minutes. 4. Roll into balls and dip in a bowl of powdered sugar. 5. Bake at 350 for 10-12 minutes. While the cookies are warm and fresh out of the oven, push the candy eyeballs into the center or all over the cookie. 6. Enjoy munching on your monsters!
7. Let sit at room temperature 10-15 minutes before serving to allow chocolate to soften, and enjoy your bloody treat!
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NORMA JEAN @ GRAND STAFFORD THEATER By Jordyn Smith
Norma Jean will be playing the Grand Stafford Theater on Friday October 23. Hailing from Atlanta, the band has been busy touring heavily in recent months. This week alone, they will play shows in California and Arizona before heading to BCS. The group was originally founded in 1997 and the evolved from their original ensemble that was dubbed “Luti-Kruss.” The band used Marilyn Monroe’s real name for the name of the band, and the nomenclature took a special meaning when they found out that Norma means “patterns” and Jean means “God’s grace and mercy.” The combined meaning of the name is “Patterns of grace and mercy.” Since their beginning, the band has released six studio albums, with their first album “Bless the
Martyr and Kiss the Child” dropping in 2002. Their next release “O God, the Aftermath,” went on to claim the top spot on the Top Christian albums chart, a release that would earn them a Grammy nomination in 2006. “Redeemer,” the band’s third album was released in 2007, and shortly thereafter, drummer Ross Robinson left the group. The next year, the group went on to play all tour dates for Vans Warped Tour. In 2009, Norma Jean cut ties with their longtime record label Solid State and signed a new record deal with Razor & Tie. They went on to release their fifth album, “Meridonial,” in July 2010. This album showed a darker, heavier side to the band. After touring four a few more years, the band released a sixth album,
“Wrongdoers,” in August 2013. In May 2015, the band announced plans to release a seventh full-length album. In September of 2015, they re-signed with Solid State Records, who will be handling the release of their next album in 2016. They also released plans for the 10th Anniversary of “O God, the Aftermath” Tour. In addition to their extensive studio work, the band has had incredible touring opportunities – including playing Ozzyfest in 2006 with Ozzy Osbourne, Avenged Sevenfold, and others. Norma Jean has headlined, opened, and changed members, but one thing has stayed consistent: the music. They have evolved and matured, but as a band, they have never forgotten their roots.
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UPCOMING @ THE ICEHOUSE By Jordyn Smith
Be sure to get out to Lakeside Icehouse for upcoming shows by Austin his first full-length album, “Chief Of Sinners,” later that same year. Meade Meade and the Jonathan Fox Band. has shared the stage with a variety of Texas Country and Americana artists like Cody Canada, American Aquarium, Sam Riggs, Mike Ryan, The Austin Meade brings his singer-songwriter talents to Lakeside Icehouse Damn Quails, and countless others. Meade wrapped his Lone Drifter Tour on Friday, October 23. Meade’s music and songwriting abilities have an in July but has been steadily playing shows since. incredible honesty, making his music highly relatable to his fans and helping him build a loyal following. Meade began writing during his time On Friday, October 24 the Jonathan Fox Band will be making an appearance as a student at Texas A&M. His influences range from Americana to the at the Icehouse. Fox wrote and produced his entire album “20 Something Blues, but he holds a style of his own and brings a youthful energy to his Runaway” that was released in November 2014. His style also spans from shows. His tracks are captivating and have an inept way of holding the Blues to Americana, and tends to venture on the side of singer-songwriter. listener’s ear. He delivered his album in a heartfelt, though-provoking manner. Fox was able to bring out topics like love, facing reality, individuality, and In 2015, Meade was Texas Music Pickers’ featured Breakthrough Artist. expectations. His ability to write about the hardships and triumphs gives Meade released his first EP “Long Ways To Go” in 2014 and quickly released him an edge over other artists.
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THE WALKING DEAD: NO MAN’S LAND Experience the world of AMC’s hit show “The Walking Dead,” guided by the one and only Daryl Dixon. You are the leader of your own camp, scavenge from familiar places, like the prison, and fight off the walkers. Fans of the show are sure to appreciate this unique game that combines strategy and world-building game play.
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FANTASTICAL 2 Fantastical 2 has the feel of the stock calendar and reminders that come with the iPhone, but combines the two to make one great app. Type in events or reminders and Fantastical 2 will take care of the rest. Say goodbye to going back and forth between reminders and calendars, Fantastical 2 has one comprehensive list allowing you to view both events and dated reminders. The price seems a little steep, but those who are tired of using the calendar and reminders that come with the phone may appreciate what this app has to offer. COST: $4.99
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60x60 Dance @ AVPA By Madison Matous
Sixty minutes. Sixty art pieces. The Academy of Visual and Performing Arts is putting on 60x60, where sixty oneminute musical compositions will be partnered with works by Texas A&M students and faculty from theatre, dance and visual art. That’s right: a new composer, a new choreographer and new actor and/or new artist each minute for sixty minutes. The idea is maddening, overwhelming and most of all exciting at the same time. This kind of performance was first put on in 2003 by Robert Voisey and has grown ever since, with performances taking place everywhere from Germany to Argentina, and now College Station. The idea was first conceived as a way to showcase new composers and their music, which has since presented thousands of composers – not to mention actors, dancers and performers – to the world since it began. Texas A&M plans to put their own spin on the project by presenting the university’s own talent. Mark your calendars for October 27 at 7:00pm. Tickets are on sale and priced at $12 for the public and $7 for students.
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The latest Peter Pan backstory film leaves much to be desired and brings up more questions than By Adrianna Zampieri it answers. Bring together a weird a cappella version of Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit” with Adapted from a DC comic, “iZombie” takes a bite out of pop culture’s Hugh Jackman as Black Beard and an overwhelming amount of sub-par CGI and you’ll have a pretty current obsession—but it’s not like every other shambling undead good idea of the quality of this film. story. Combining “Law & Order” crime drama and brain-hungry monsters, “iZombie” goes where no other zombie hoard has gone The beginning is decent as you see where Peter Pan originates. His young, forlorn mother drops before. him off in a basket outside an orphan boy’s home just before the start of World War II. The film jumps 12 years to meet a rambunctious Peter (Levi Miller) who is constantly rebelling against the Olivia “Liv” Moore was human; however, after a particular disastrous harsh nun who runs the home. Everything is over-dramatized, to the point where you might think event, she’s now a member of the undead. Once a doctor helping this would be a good kid’s movie. the living, she now spends her days working among the dead as an assistant medical examiner in the city morgue. Her new diet But then a pirate ship drops down, kidnaps all of the orphans, and zips off to Neverland. They are of brains allows Liv to experience a person’s memories, which then deposited amongst hundreds of thousands of orphans from around the world to mine for certainly comes in handy when there’s a murder to solve. Joining fairy dust. Peter discovers he can fly, a prophecy about him is revealed (which explains why all forces with her boss, Dr. Ravi Chakrabarti, and Detective Clive the orphans are being kidnapped), and he escapes the pirates with his friends James Hook (Garret Babinaux, she helps bring justice to those who were wronged. Hedlund) and Sam Smiegel (Adheel Akhtar), who becomes Smee. Zombie Liv may have lost her dream of being a doctor when she They find a group of natives who terrorize the pirates, and Peter reignites his search for his mom. turned into the undead, but it’s not all doom and gloom as she The natives (led by Rooney Mara as Tiger Lily) take the trio in, but their location is discovered by tries to find her new meaning in her post-mortem life. It’s a mix Black Beard (Jackman), who tries to annihilate everyone. of comedy, wit, and zombie-puns galore topped with just a dash of gore. Each episode offers a fast-paced, crime-solving adventure The plot is continuously building on itself but the resolution never comes. You’ll never discover that keeps the viewer glued to their screen and falling in love with what happens to end the friendship between Hook and Peter. You don’t even see Hook’s hand is the characters; they’re entertaining, charming, and surprisingly eaten off, though you do meet the perpetrator. There is a vague reference to the Lost Boys but they relatable considering the circumstances. don’t ever band together. The film, overall, is a cheap rip-off of all other Peter Pan movies. In short, “iZombie” explores what it means to be an undead among It made an attempt at being a kid’s movie, to a certain extent. The plot was fast enough and the the living, and apparently it means drowning brains in hot sauce script simple enough, but both seemed incredibly underdeveloped. It falls flat with a 3/10 stars. because that’s the only thing that makes them edible.
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Across 1 Longtime “American Top 40” host Casey 6 “Electric Avenue” singer Grant 10 Baby horse 14 Fuji, e.g. 15 Medieval address 16 “Yikes!” 17 Comic ___ C.K. 18 Stir-fry vegetables 19 Sticker word on an avocado, maybe 20 Paid athletes visiting two similarlynamed African countries? 23 Prom rental 24 Cookie with a seasonal Pumpkin Spice variety 25 Grads-to-be, briefly 28 Mountain top 31 Actor Fillion 35 E! News host Sadler 37 Faucet stealer’s job? 39 “Dies ___” (“Day of Wrath”) 40 Pharmaceutical purveyor ___ Lilly 41 Brickell with the New Bohemians 42 “Them” versus “Arachnophobia” showdown? 46 Anyone able to rattle off more than 10 digits of pi, probably 47 Ballpoint relative 48 Five-card game 50 Bit of sunshine 51 “Free Willy” creature 53 Rapper with the 2008 hit “Paper Planes” 55 Chopping weapon for Ares or Mars? 61 One of the Three Bears 62 Craft some try to reverse-engineer, in the movies 63 Breakfast order with a hole in it 65 Walkie-talkie message ender 66 Billion : giga :: trillion : ___ 67 Former “Weekend Edition” host Hansen 68 Refuse to believe 69 Word with rash or lamp 70 “Here we are as in ___ days ...”
Down 1 Actor Penn of the “Harold & Kumar” films 2 Each 3 Boot jangler 4 “Cats” lyricist T.S. 5 Make a mistake 6 “SportsCenter” channel 7 Went out 8 Harry Potter’s nemesis Malfoy 9 Uncomplicated kind of question 10 Out of one’s mind? 11 Its state drink is tomato juice, for some reason 12 Gear for gigs 13 Caustic compound 21 Firefighters’ tools 22 Sans ice, at the bar 25 “Blade Runner” genre 26 ___ to go (stoked) 27 Follow way too closely 29 Take down ___ (demote) 30 Drug bust amounts 32 Schumer’s “Trainwreck” costar 33 Film director Kurosawa 34 Clingy, in a way 36 Not here to stay 38 Partygoer’s purchase 43 Icy North Atlantic hazard 44 Vulgar 45 Show irritation 49 Don Quixote’s devil 52 Charge to appear in a magazine 54 Serve a purpose 55 Silent greeting 56 Sitcom in which Sherman Hemsley played a deacon 57 “Downton Abbey” countess 58 Aspiring D.A.’s exam 59 “Yikes!” 60 Lacoste of tennis and fashion 61 “The ___ Squad” (‘60s-’70s TV drama) 64 “Funeral in Berlin” novelist Deighton 2015 Jonesin’ Crosswords (editor@jonesincrosswords.com)
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