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Category Archives: Arts Columns
Joy Sticks: _The story still matters in a video game_
Video games have the ability to suck players in and immerse them in a way that no other medium has. In fact, video games have to work harder not to immerse players rather then vice versa. Why is it, then, that so many games manage to fail to immerse players?
_Artscapes: A nostalgic trail to the Wild West at the Will Rogers State Historic Park_
The spirit of the Wild West is a rare find in Los Angeles. But as Sunset Boulevard nears its end in Pacific Palisades, Will Rogers State Historic Park is a step into an almost foreign locale ““ a ranch house in the midst of a quiet natural landscape.
Remote Life: NBC’s heart beats strong despite low ratings
The most memorable moment of Sunday’s Super Bowl wasn’t Ahmad Bradshaw’s awkward flop into the end zone for the Giants’ game-winning touchdown. It was the three-minute musical commercial for the game’s host network, NBC, before the game began.
Soundbite: "Unpleasant Companion"
Asleep’s new album “Unpleasant Companion” possesses a sound that manages to blend the influences of Incubus, Nirvana and Radiohead into a harmonious overall sound.
Soundbite: Sharon Van Etten
Sharon Van Etten has never denied the fact that her abusive ex-boyfriend, who used to steal and break her beloved instruments, has played a huge role in her music.
B-sides: _Sasquatch! Music Festival a worthy counterpart to Coachella_
A few weeks ago, the following five words were the five I heard most often. In order from least to greatest frequency, they are: Coachella, Coachella, Coachella, Coachella and Coachella.