by Leah Raich | Oct 6, 2011 | News Slider
Fifteen years of meditative wordplay and music later, Coldplay still captivates crowds. The band, formed in 1996 by lead vocalist Chris Martin and lead guitarist Jonny Buckland, has its sixth album “Mylo Xyloto” set for release later this month. And Coldplay hardly has slowed down on the live stage as well, as demonstrated in a recent stop in Atlanta as headliners of Music Midtown, a Sept. 24 festival at Piedmont Park. Other acts included Nashville transplants The Black Keys, Manchester Orchestra, Cage the Elephant and Young the Giant. But the day belonged to Coldplay, which has mastered the art of audience interaction, not only with music. As multi-colored beach balls are tossed throughout the crowd, the band’s neon light show gets people engrossed in their musical rhythms. “Mylo Xyloto” will be available for purchase Oct. 24. Several singles already have been released, including “Paradise” and “Every Tear Drop is a Waterfall.” The Atlanta stop is part of a tour that continues through the end of the year, with shows in various countries such as South Africa, the UK, France and Germany. Chris Martin once proclaimed the band’s music as “limestone rock” in comparison to “hard rock.” The band’s music has been called “meditative” and “blue romantic.” Many critics have deemed Martin’s lyrical wordplay as feminist. During the band’s early years, Coldplay became widely known in the media for giving 10 percent of the band’s profits to charity, which they continue to do. The band also asks that any gifts intended for them are donated to charity, according to a response on the FAQ section of Coldplay’s website. Bassist Guy Berryman...
by Tim Ghianni | Oct 6, 2011 | News Slider, Sports
The Lipscomb men’s soccer team has been plagued with many issues early in the season. From two top sophomores not returning to play until this past week to losing players during crucial moments in games because play got too physical. But the reality isn’t as bad as it seems. The Bisons placed second in the Brentwood Invitational a week ago, after the team tied twice in double overtime, against IPFW and Bowling Green. “Every game we’re making improvements,” said Coach Charles Morrow. “The process is just taking a little longer than it has in years past. Every game we’re getting better, which is an encouraging sign.” The Bisons also added two sophomores back into their ranks, Kevin Barber and Nick Bibb. The team isn’t just trying to win games, but they’re trying to come together and play more as a team, a single unit instead of 11 individual units. “Our style of play is coming together each game,” Morrow said. “We don’t have a dynamic game-changer, but we’ve got a ton of very good players. It’s going to be a total team effort every game.” The team defense is probably its strength. Recently playing the high scoring Xavier Musketeers, the Bisons only gave up one goal to a deflected 15-yard kick. The team has been able to focus more practice time to improving the offense because of their stellar defense. There is hope too. Recently, against VMI, the Bisons earned their fist victory. With a stellar offensive performance, Lipscomb had 21 shots on goal throughout the game. By Liam...
by Brynn Watkins | Oct 6, 2011 | News Slider
Why is everything so expensive? I mean, fashion is a lovely form of expression and all, but seriously, I am not paying that much for jeans! Statements like these are why I decided to write this column. Face it. We are college students. We don’t have the jobs to pay for expensive clothes. We have more important things on the table. In Nashville’s The Look for Less, I will introduce you to local, exciting and, most importantly, economical places to spend your shopping time. First is ThriftSmart. This thriftstore is a treasure trove of fabulous finds, and the best news is EVERY FRIDAY, COLLEGE STUDENTS GET 50 PERCENT OFF! The store has a wonderful selection of popular thrift items such as clothing, shoes, appliances and furniture. Shop as often as possible because the inventory is always changing. The money you spend at ThriftSmart goes to many different charities such as, Mercy Children’s Clinic, African Leadership and the Belize Project. So, the more you spend, the more you give. It’s a win-win situation! ThriftSmart is open Monday-Saturday from 9 a.m to 9 p.m and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. Stop by today and embrace your inner urge to...
by Tim Ghianni | Oct 5, 2011 | News Slider
Here in Music City it’s said that guitars can be heard around every corner of every street. Well, now food is found on those same streets and around virtually every corner, thanks to the food truck movement. These rolling kitchens offer a different side of dining to the people of Nashville who want to vary from the fine dining of, say, the Gulch and the fast food of every street corner. Of course, barring major catastrophe, your typical restaurant never moves from the building it sits in. But food trucks travel all over the city of Nashville every day, offering their delectable dishes to everyone in all parts of the city. The trucks usually do not have a set schedule as to where they are going to be at any given point; however, to spread the word about locations and specials, they have turned to social media for help. Twitter is a tool food trucks use to tell people where they will be serving their steaming plates of grub. If there’s one location where you can be sure to find a majority of the food trucks all at once, it is at the Farmers’ Market in Sevier Park on 12th Avenue South every Tuesday evening. During that same day, most trucks also set up at Second Harvest Food Bank, 331 Great Circle Road in MetroCenter, near where the Titans practice. Many trucks offer international cuisine. If Latino food is your fave, for example, there’s The Latin Wagon, Yavo’s O.M.G. and Bangin’ Tacos. In the mood for something greasy? What college student can resist that. Why not try some hamburgers from Hoss’ Loaded Burgers...
by Hunter Patterson | Oct 5, 2011 | News Slider
Multiple news outlets are reporting that former Apple CEO and co-founder Steve Jobs has died due to health complications. Apple’s Statement: “Steve’s brilliance, passion and energy were the source of countless innovations that enrich and improve all of our lives,” the company said. “The world is immeasurably better because of Steve. Apple has lost a visionary and creative genius, and the world has lost an amazing human being. Those of us who have been fortunate enough to know and work with Steve have lost a dear friend and an inspiring mentor. Steve leaves behind a company that only he could have built, and his spirit will forever be at Apple.” Jobs stepped down from an executive role at Apple in August because he said that he could no longer fulfill his duties as the company’s CEO. He instead became chairman of the company. It is not often that a company so successful is controlled by one person. That person was Steve Jobs. Many of you are probably reading this on your iPhones, your iPads, your MacBooks or some other device that Steve Jobs had a hand in creating. He made a huge impact. That impact has been felt on Twitter over the last hour, and students from Lipscomb have chimed in on what they thought of Mr. Jobs and his passing. Alexander McMeen tweeted, “RIP Steve Jobs. You built an empire.” Roxanne Spielvogel tweeted, “I was going to do homework tonight. But now I will be mourning Steve Jobs death. You can call me iRox. #depressed #apple” Jameson Roper tweeted, “Rest in peace Steve Jobs. What a brilliant...
