Lost in vibrations

For the majority of people, music plays an important role – whether they create it or casually listen to it. ...

Music shapes us

We would not be where we are today culturally if it were not for music. ...

Mainstream: Stardom brings in exposure, demand

Plenty of, if not all, musical artists who receive national exposure start off as independent or underground musicians. ...

Underground: Music presented in natural form

While mainstream music might provide better production quality and large-scale advertisement, underground music is more sincere. ...

Campus shares its music choices

Mostly recognized as a means of entertainment, music is a large part in the lives of many Contra Costa College students in more ways than simply listening. ...

Wilke promotes musicianship

After discovering ska music, a type of music with a fast tempo including elements of jazz and R&'B, Andrew Wilke started his first band

Program shines through students

There is a “gem” on campus that speaks to the soul. ...

Ruiz commits musicianship

When Daniel Ruiz wakes up in the morning there is one thing on his mind — leaving his mark on the world of music. ...

Bay artists in pursuit of recognition

Caught in between Los Angeles and the hipster-filled Seattle, the Bay Area is a diverse place with rich culture that is considered a unique place when it comes to music. ...

Band exhorts resonance

In midst of a recent resurgence period for Bay Area hip-hop, Richmond grunge band Coffee Shop Dropout revitalizes the rock scene with refreshing, raw and powerful sounds. ...

Music, culture influence each other

Music comes in a variety of sounds that coincide with someone’s sense of individuality while coming together with others. ...

Bay Area rap star honored after passing

No one has ever re-captured the unique style Andre “Mac Dre” Hicks once possessed. ...

Stopped too soon

Covering social issues ranging from drug abuse to racism, the sketch comedy television series “Chappelle’s Show” made viewers laugh as well as think about, and intelligently question, America...

New cellular phone shines, overshadows competition

The iPhone 5 has solidified itself as the best hip-companion ever. Apologies to current and past girlfriends, but this girl’s brains, sexy curves and fresh complexion stole my heart on Sept. 21. ...

Locals anticipate newly released Apple product

Lines began to form early in the morning of Sept. 21 as eager consumers waited outside Apple stores across the nation, wanting to be the first to buy the newly released iPhone 5. ...

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