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Review: Smith, Jones return for ‘Men in Black 3’

Michael Bragg September 25, 2012

Editor’s Note: The following reflects the opinions of the author. This summer, the makers of Men in Black I and II added a third movie to the franchise. Agent K (Tommy Lee Jones), and Agent J (Will Smith)...

Victor Wooten tells Appalachian what to expect

Michael Bragg September 24, 2012

Victor Wooten, a bass player, music producer and five time Grammy-winner, is set to appear at Legends Wednesday.Wooten comes with his new jazz band and will promote his new albums “Word and Tone” and...

Review: ‘Babel’ has everything a Mumford & Sons fan wants

Michael Bragg September 24, 2012

Editor’s Note: The following reflects the opinions of the author.After three years of waiting for new material from the Brits responsible for the iconic track “Little Lion Man,” Mumford & Sons...

Review: ‘Love Wins’ is a must read

Michael Bragg September 23, 2012

Editor’s Note: The following reflects the opinions of the author.Religion has always been a touchy subject. From back to the time Jesus Christ lived, to the persecutions of Christianity that followed,...

Nate Dickens, bassist for the band As Oceans, performs September 22. As Oceans is a metal band from Boone North Carolina made up of all student performers. The band's first record is expected this year. Justin Perry | The Appalachian

Metal scene in Boone continues expanding

Michael Bragg September 23, 2012

Boone metal band Dreaming in Color hosted a live show in their basement last Friday, joined by fellow Boone band As Oceans, Sanford’s Dying as GoodMen and D.C.’s Wings Denied.“My friend who went...

Brendon Massei of Viking Moses performs for the crowd Friday evening at Espresso News. Courtney Roskos | The Appalachian

Viking Moses, Brandon Holdt performed at Espresso News

Michael Bragg September 23, 2012

Brendon Massei of New York-based Viking Moses preformed solo at Espresso News and Low Wine Bar after a somewhat late start by opening act Brandon Holdt last Saturday. Massei played solo under the band...

Grizzly Bear shines on ‘Shields’

Michael Bragg September 23, 2012

Editor’s Note: The following reflects the opinions of the author.On Grizzly Bear's “Shields,” the first formal release from the Brooklyn-based indie rock outfit since 2009's near-perfect “Veckatimest,”...

Review: ‘Cruel Summer’ will sell well, but disappoint

Anne Buie September 23, 2012

Editor's Note: The following reflects the opinions of the author. G.O.O.D Music has long promised a collaborative effort from the troupe of musicians, rappers and singers that West has assembled since...

Alchemy Speaks offers creative outlet for students, community

Michael Bragg September 20, 2012

Alchemy Coffee - located inside Bead Box on King Street - sets up for an open mic spoken word, featuring original poems, short stories or lyrics for a couple of hours every Wednesday.The official name...

Hidden Hand Jewelry and Piercing Studio is geared toward community, professionalism

Michael Bragg September 20, 2012

Recently, three university alumni opened up a shop exclusively offering professional, quality piercings. Hidden Hand Jewelry and Piercing Studio opened Sept. 1 and is located next to 704 W. King St. Appalachian...

Review: Rock veterans still have it

Michael Bragg September 20, 2012

Editor’s Note: The following reflects the opinions of the author.Not many bands have the track record of alternative rock veterans Dinosaur Jr. Starting from humble beginnings, the band managed to put...

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar speaks to attendees of the Art of Living Retreat Monday evening at the International Center for Meditation and Well Being. The retreat took place last Saturday through Tuesday at Heavenly Mountain. Olivia Wilkes | The Appalachian

Art of Living hosts spirituality retreat

Michael Bragg September 19, 2012

Spiritual inspiration took over Heavenly Mountain for the Art of Living Retreat, hosted by the International Center for Meditation and Well Being last Saturday through Tuesday.Throughout the weekend, guests...

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