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_Lauryn Hill fails to entertain, while Rise Against revs up the audience_

Lauryn Hill and Rise Against
L.A. Rising
July 30
Lauryn Hill:
Rise Against:

Compared with the throbbing fire of Immortal Technique, Lauryn Hill was a lovely, well-crafted scented candle.

El Gran Silencio and Immortal Technique
L.A. Rising
July 30
El Gran Silencio:
Immortal Technique:

The first act of the day was El Gran Silencio, an ensemble group from Mexico.

There’s something special about a local band’s “homecoming,” especially when the atmosphere surrounding it is enhanced by a day-long festival.

July 30 was L.A. Rising, Rage Against the Machine’s combination of a homecoming celebration and vehicle for revolutionary activism.

Eighty years ago today, the iconic Fox Theatre opened its doors, becoming the first movie house in Westwood Village.

There are three essentials for a successful summer road trip.

1. Tasty snacks (I prefer peanut butter filled pretzels and Red Vines.)

We’re a quarter of the way through fall camp and the great UCLA quarterback race of 2011 has the first leg in the books.

UCLA put on full pads for the first time this fall Friday, and with the arrival of full live hitting came a renewed sense of excitement.