Stem Cell Research, a primer

[Science!] ADULT STEM CELL RESEARCH and the Future of Medicine by Natalie Kardos Stem cells. We’ve all heard the hype and at least one side of the story. But have we heard all the details? What are these mythical, magical cells that seem to hold the possibility of cures for many diseases, at the possible expense of embryonic lives? First […]

The Visual Underground / Goodbye Blue Monday show review

The Visual Underground / Goodbye Blue Monday show Casbah, Thu. 2/15 review by Brian LaVallie The Visual Underground event at the Casbah was well attended with many searching for space in the back to view the screen as the chairs placed on the floor were full as well as the sides. The short films or videos (dvd projections) were entertaining […]

The Fall Reformation! Post-TLCM review

The Fall Reformation! Post-TLCM review by Jennifer Tittle The Fall’s new nearly-annual studio album Reformation! Post-TLC (according to Mark E. Smith, the album title is a response to Manchester groups reforming out of financial destitution ) incorporates Smith’s drawling, caustic vocals and innate syllabic sensibility with intense bass (this line-up includes two bass players, new members Rob Barbato of Darker […]

Faces Of Sunset Boulevard

LOS ANGELES, CA – Faces of Sunset Boulevard by photographer Patrick Ecclesine will exhibit at the Bridge Gallery of the Los Angeles City Hall (200 North Main Street, 3rd Floor) and run from April 10 – May 3, 2007. This event is completely free to the public and everyone is invited to come participate in this epic project which celebrates […]

boy/ The Acacia Strain/ Daath/ Psyopus/ See You Next Tuesday – show review

boy/ The Acacia Strain/ Daath/ Psyopus/ See You Next Tuesday January 20th @ Soma show review by Rachel Ford I arrived at Soma in a rush to gather up my crew and run inside hoping we hadn’t missed too much. It had actually been a stroke of luck that we even managed by the tickets that night, as it turned […]

giving the art of wildlife conservation a hand

Sent in by Irina Negulescu (619) 278-8410 / http://www.negulescu.com 2400 Kettner Blvd. Studio 246 Little Italy, San Diego CA 92101 By appointment only . Next ‘Kettner Nights’ reception Fridays, March 9, April 27, June 8 . Presently exhibiting in a brand new 21 million dollar estate in La Jolla. With it’s stunning views and cuvilinear, contemporary architecture, the house is […]

Senate "debate" on the Iraq War

The Senate and the Iraq War Non-Debate By Kent Manthie Whither the Senate on the Iraq War policy? On Monday, February 6 the US Senate had a chance to do something bold and historic – they were all set to debate the Iraq War and the president’s escalation of such. This was to be a big step – a response […]

Pennywise/Circle Jerks/Ignite show review – HOB L.A.

Pennywise/Circle Jerks/Ignite Feb. 1 @ Sunset House of Blues show review by Bradley Schweit A mere glance at the line snaking around the corner at the Sunset House of Blues and one could easily ascertain one of two things: A) either the venue was hosting a MotoXXX party, or B) a band whose loyal following just so happened to be […]