Mount Eerie’s “Now Only” confronts personal tragedy with dry yet remarkably vivid lyrics. Performing under the moniker “Mount Eerie,” singer and producer Phil Elverum breathes humanity into his lyrics, evoking a tone of sincerity and thoughtfulness unrivaled by most contemporary musicians. Conjuring compelling memories of love and grief alike, Elverum sings to his late wife, Geneviève […]
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Student art exhibition paints personal pictures of mental health
This article was updated March 5 at 2:30 p.m. Tami Chalom once ran a ruler over one of her self-portraits in frustration, smearing her image across the canvas. But the outburst made the painting even more powerful, she said. Chalom, a second-year communication student, will display her marred self-portrait, “Broken Not Bent,” on Monday in […]
Game Music Ensemble spreads love of gaming with ‘Super Smash Bros.’ concert
The Game Music Ensemble at UCLA wanted percussive cannons for their “Super Smash Bros.” concert, but the fire marshal wouldn’t allow it. Instead, the ensemble opted for a giant hammer. On Saturday evening, the ensemble will slam the hammer down while performing songs from the popular Nintendo series “Super Smash Bros.” in Ackerman Grand Ballroom. […]