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Traditional parade continues

28 November 2011 John Corrigan

Whether people watched on television or experienced the spectacle in person, Philadelphia ran on Dunkin’ for this year’s 6abc Dunkin’ Donuts Thanksgiving Day Parade. Families lined up along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and danced to

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14 November 2011 Danielle Miess

Foxy Shazam Singer Eric McNally climbs a narrow ladder up the side of the stage, just inches away from a lengthy fall. He sings and screams to a cheering crowd as he hangs on to

Foster the People tops pop music charts

14 November 2011 Kevin Stairiker

Columnist Kevin Stairiker says that sudden pop charts fame comes at a price for serious musicians. I like to think that more often than not, I generally know what the popular hits of the day are.

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07 November 2011 Marisa Steinberg

The Wilderness of Manitoba Midway through the semester, the constant atmosphere of computer screens and concrete can make anyone crazy for some natural scenery. When a patch of grass on Beury Beach just won’t cut

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31 October 2011 Lucas Ballasy

Introducing Mat Kearney Singer/songwriter Mat Kearney, yes that’s Mat with one “T,” originally from Oregon, has spent most of his career living in Nashville, Tenn. Whether it is TV shows like “Grey’s Anatomy,” “Friday Night

Coldplay takes jock-jams approach on new single

31 October 2011 Kevin Stairiker

Columnist Kevin Stairiker says Coldplay’s new single is anything but “wussy rock.” Contrary to popular belief, Coldplay is a pretty interesting band. It’s downright astounding that a band so reviled by large groups of people

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24 October 2011 Kara Savidge

Ghost Train Orchestra. Christmas carols generally define the sounds of winter holidays, and patriotic tunes create a soundtrack to Fourth of July celebrations. As far as setting the mood for Halloween eve, the Philadelphia Museum

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17 October 2011 Annabelle Buck

Introducing MEAN. MEAN is exactly what they say they are. In a city full of heart-wrenching singer songwriters, deep-thinking garage rockers and more-hardcore-than-thou punks, it can be hard to find fun electro-pop music. Not to

Reggae beats found on college kids’ iPods

17 October 2011 Kevin Stairiker

Columnist Kevin Stairiker speculates on the popularity of reggae music among college students. Did you know that according to statistics I just made up, the chances of any given college student being a fan of

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10 October 2011 Abi Reimold

The Skin Cells Sweaty fans stand shoulder to shoulder, attention fixed upon members of The Skin Cells. Bassist Colin Acchione, a junior at West Chester, stands with his back to the audience as his brother