Browsing: Arts and Life

Some may find it an inspiring reflection on the nature of civilization, while others may be frustrated by its narrative inconsistencies. However you feel about it, I think the film did its job.

“I write down for five minutes as much as I can on a paper, and it’s not lyrics or anything,” Todd said. “It’s just a stream of consciousness, just getting everything out of my head onto the paper. And usually by then, I’ll have, I’ll use the riffs that they sent in, and I’ll use the music that we have, and kind of just, put what pops in my head and see what sticks.”

“If I were to die tomorrow, I don’t want people’s experience with me to be like, ‘Oh, he had a lot of money,'” Kagen said. “He stayed in one place his whole entire life. Yeah, he was great. This guy was a great accountant’ — nothing against accountants.”

“I think Hawaii just had a really big impact on music,” Siegfried said. “For me, it’s a very music culture-like island, and I went to a school of the arts for basically my whole life, from first grade to senior year of high school. And I think just being around a lot of students that were passionate about art, and it was a school of arts that was like painting, acting, dancing, like it was just, I was immersed in that art culture.”

With full sun and temperatures in the ’90s, this past weekend made for a great second round of the Austin City Limits Music Festival. Upon arrival at Zilker Park, we were greeted each day with the familiar, colorful flags and signage as we walked in. As the afternoon progressed, flocks of attendees morphed into one giant crowd. Between abundant hydration breaks, here are the live music sets we visited.

“I mean, if you’re not gonna have fun, why do it if it’s your job? My band is all my friends from home, so it’s pretty easy to go up there and have fun, and I just think to not take yourself too seriously is a good quality.”

If you give a music fan an ACL wristband, they’re going to go to ACL Fest. And if they go to ACL Fest, they’re going to be doing a lot of walking around from set to set. And if they’re walking from set to set, they’re going to get tired. And if they get tired, they’re going to need more energy. And to get more energy, they’re going to need to eat. Good thing ACL has plenty of great local food vendors to choose from. So let’s cut this “If You Give A Mouse A Cookie” stuff out and dig into the best bites of ACL Fest!

In the crowd at ACL, the community created by Movements is larger than the sum of its parts. As Miranda goads a mosh pit into existence and plays on while long-haired, shirtless and sunburned fans crowd surf, something is created that goes beyond the headcount.

This weekend, Waco is still buzzing with some of the same shows, festivals and activities as the last. Whether you prefer to enjoy the changing season in the comfort of an air-conditioned theater or strolling out in the sunshine, we’ve got you covered.

While the entire roster promises to deliver, there are undoubtedly a few standout acts to keep an eye on. Here are some of the most anticipated artists lighting up the stages at ACL weekend two.

On the other hand, while it seems like repetitive components of this album are sometimes there to take up space, people can’t forget that Coldplay has always been able to say a lot through saying a little. They do this through their unique music and sounds, and sometimes repetitive phrases help better communicate their message.

Similarly, Houston sophomore Annabeth Slagle who plays a flapper said she ends up going to Pigskin practice for multiple hours a day, Sunday through Wednesday. Even though she has ample prior experience in studio dance, Slagle said performing in Sing and Pigskin is much more challenging than expected.

Four years ago, Baylor’s Mariachi ensemble was formed. Fast-forward to today, and this year, all the founding members will be graduating.

The Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo, held at the Extraco Events Center from October 3-13, is an annual non-profit fair that gathers roughly 200,000 fairgoers per year. It also gathers multitudes of animals, varying from sheep to sea lions.

From bizarre bites to carnival classics, the Heart O’ Texas Fair and Rodeo is likely to have what you’re hankering for. This weekend, we tried a variety of fried foods and refreshing drinks to let you know what’s worth your money. Here are our thoughts.

Lyrical geniuses take the stage this week for Tunesday. While Coldplay, FINNEAS Orla Gartland all have a different sound and style of storytelling, there’s something to appreciate about each artist’s latest releases.

Following the original, Little Cat sang a cover of “Sleeping Bear, Sault Ste. Marie” by Sufjan Stevens, which he noted as being a significantly more upbeat rendition that ended up having a beautiful shoegaze-type solo in the middle.

I typically am a sucker for musicals — “La La Land” and “Moulin Rouge!” being some of my favorites. However, both of those films provided both a compelling narrative and emotional interest — aspects that were absent from this sequel.

No matter how exciting this festival may be, forgetting that one certain item may make or break your experience. Other than obvious items such as your phone, wallet and of course your tickets, here are a few necessities you’re not going to want to leave at home.

Bring a box of tissues and run to see this heartwarming comfort movie to remind yourself that everything will be alright as we approach the midterm season. Enjoy an hour and 40 minutes of beautiful animation and adorable animals, and rest assured — there will be no dry eyes by the time the credits roll.

This weekend is overflowing with iconic annual Waco events to attend such as Waco Heart of Texas Fair & Rodeo and Silobration, so clear your schedule and make some time for fun! It’s going to be a hot one, so hold off on those cozy fall sweaters just a little bit longer. Make sure your phone is fully charged or have a camera on hand — you’re gonna want pictures for the memories!

McKnight, who originally got her start on her mom’s hair YouTube channel and then eventually started her own with her twin sister Bailey, majored in entrepreneurship at Baylor and has been implementing those skills towards her new business venture.

“There’s a lot of creativity that goes into football and how you approach things,” Mastrodicasa said. “A lot of the work ethic is very similar to piano. There’s almost like a hyperfixation when you’re trying to learn a song. I think the same can be said when you’re trying to master a football technique or when you’re trying to get in the zone for a game. It’s very similar to just sitting at the piano for hours, just losing yourself in the music.”

With all eyes on them after their first place win this past Sing season, Kappa Omega Tau prepares not only to defend their title, but to have fun while doing it.

With the lingering summer heat, it just doesn’t feel like we can fully celebrate fall. Luckily, there is no shortage of opportunities and ideas to help make it feel like fall in the absence of colorful leaves and an autumn chill.

Saddle up for one hot rodeo with livestock shows, a carnival and concerts starting on Oct. 3, where activities to engage all ages feature at the Heart O’ Texas Fair and Rodeo.

Infinite possibilities encapsulate Downs’s entire mentality — not only with linework, but with the way he approaches the stories behind his pieces and meaning in his art as continues pushing his boundaries, starting with the subjects in his art.

It’s October, and we’re starting off this month with some Tunesday bops. That means it’s finally the season to put on a beanie and your earbuds or headphones of choice and jam out as leaves crunch under your Uggs on the way to class — that is, if this Texas heat will ever subside.

This year’s event looked a little different than last year’s Howdy at the Hurd, which featured country star Bailey Zimmerman, axe-throwing and a ferris wheel. Though, the same good cause was still at the heart of it all, according to Pi Beta Phi Howdy chair Madilyn Eckenrode.

The story follows Sweeney Todd — a man with a seriously unfortunate past who murders any and everyone via slitting their throats in his barbershop. Somehow the plot only gets crazier from there according to Keller senior Logan Allen, who plays the titular role of Sweeney Todd.