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Lost in vibrations

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

Ruiz commits musicianship

Music major continues work to master craft

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

Wilke promotes musicianship

Past student now teaches his passion

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 Skanonymous in his freshman year at Pinole Valley High School. Full story

Bay Area rap star honored after passing

Influential artist leaves impact, music carries on

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

Stopped too soon

Television series ‘Chappelle’s Show’ continues to make past fans laugh with offensive and politicall

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, American society. Full story

Music shapes us

Throughout the years sounds put together to make rhythmic patterns have entertained ears, helping to

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

Program shines through students

Music department stresses professionalism

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

Campus shares its music choices

Students open up about personal tastes

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. Full story

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. Full story

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. Full story

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. Full story

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  • Dwindling Opportunity

    The state’s financial turmoil over the past five years has fundamentally changed California’s community colleges.

  • State, colleges rewriting mission

    California’s mission statement as part of the Master Plan for Higher Education of 1960 made bold oaths to its students. Promises have been broken after the state has faced massive budget cuts.

  • Budget limits open sections

    Sections available have decreased at the college by nearly 25 percent over the last 10 years and funding has decreased more than 15 percent.

  • New cellular phone shines, overshadows competition

    Apple’s iPhone 5 leads cellular world

    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.

  • Higher education costs double

    Slow fee rise at four-year systems amount to 100 percent increase

    The price to attend a University of California or California State University has doubled in the last five years as funding to the systems has dipped.

  • Extra fee reserves high-demand seats

    The two-tiered proposal would offer certain high demand classes for a higher price when the regular classes have filled up.

  • Local test scores miss benchmark

    Each of the seven high schools in the West Contra Costa Unified School District, Contra Costa College’s feeder schools have yet to reach the state’s target for API scores.