The Echo

Jason Steffen mixes metal and Moliere in ‘The Misanthrope’

Senior theater major Jason Steffen, the composer of ASU’s new production of “The Misanthrope,” has a personal CD collection filled with metal bands ranging from Supertramp to Metallica — and has successfully merged metal with Moliere.

By Julie Vitkovskaya | November 22, 2011

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DVDs that make great holiday stocking stuffers

Rest easy this holiday weekend and sleep in on Friday; there are a number of upcoming and already released DVDs worth considering as minor gifts.

By Jonathan Fortner | November 21, 2011

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Rihanna gets sexual on ‘Talk That Talk’

The buzz around the Internet for the past month has in large part been focused on Rihanna’s highly anticipated sixth album “Talk That Talk.”

By Carole Murphy | November 21, 2011

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'The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword' a brilliant addition to the storied franchise

“Skyward Sword” captures the sense of adventure and rising up from nothing to become a hero like never before, so get ready to be blown away.

By Tom Kuipers | November 20, 2011

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Ricky Reed of Wallpaper. combines music and spectacle at Tempe show

A big, loud spectacle would be the best words to describe the show Wallpaper. put on at the Marquee Theatre in Tempe last Thursday night.

By Jocelyn Gee | November 20, 2011

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'Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword' video review

By Travis McKnight | November 18, 2011

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Friday Flicks

Looking for something to do this weekend? Friday Flicks provides new and now playing movies for the weekend of Nov. 18.

By Jillian Lopez | November 17, 2011

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R.E.M. calls it quits after 30 years

After 15 full-length albums, countless videos and B-side compilations, R.E.M. has decided to call it quits.

By Jonathan Fortner | November 17, 2011

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Greenpeace protest exposes Mattel’s dirty secret

Mattel, the largest toy manufacturer in the world, recently came under fire for using packaging paper obtained from the Indonesian rain forest.

By Carole Murphy | November 17, 2011

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Playlist: 10 songs to set the mood for the holiday season

To help you get into the holiday spirit and appreciate your family and this beautiful weather, The State Press has put together the perfect playlist.

By Megan Mattox | November 15, 2011

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GWAR and Every Time I Die rock Tempe

Satirical heavy metal band GWAR teamed up with New York-based hardcore band Every Time I Die for one of the most unpredictable live shows you will see.

By Trevor Paxton | November 15, 2011

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New music Tuesday: Drake, Gym Class Heroes and Childish Gambino

“Take Care” by Drake, “The Papercut Chronicles II” by Gym Class Heroes and “Camp” by Childish Gambino are set to release on Nov. 15.

By Trevor Paxton | November 14, 2011

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'Assassin's Creed: Revelations' more of the same

“Assassin's Creed: Revelations” is the fourth installment of Ubisoft's award-winning franchise. “Revelations” marks an ending for the franchise — and hopefully a new beginning.

By Tom Kuipers | November 14, 2011

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Chuck Palahniuk misfires with 'Damned'

Chuck Palahniuk’s new book tries the patience of his fans as the “Fight Club” author falls into horrible repetition due to the unsustainably thin plot.

By Mary Richardson | November 14, 2011

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‘J. Edgar’ fails to captivate audiences despite talented cast

In “J. Edgar,” which opened nationwide on Friday, Nov. 11, reputations and substance are not in short supply.

By Jonathan Fortner | November 13, 2011

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'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3' video review

'Modern Warfare 3' is another successful addition to the Call of Duty library, but it's not problem free.

By Travis McKnight | November 12, 2011

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Sigur Ros’ highly anticipated film ‘Inni’ comes to Phoenix

This weekend, Sigur Ros is releasing their highly anticipated feature film “Inni" in North America.

By Kelli Stark | November 9, 2011

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'Lord of the Rings: War in the North' review

'The Lord of the Rings: War in the North' brings good visuals but lacks dynamic gameplay.

By Travis McKnight | November 8, 2011

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Guitarist Mike York talks the band’s upcoming show on Tempe campus, new album

Touche Amore, Pianos Become the Teeth and Seahaven are raiding ASU campus for a night at the Secret Garden this Thursday night, showing students what a real hardcore concert sounds like.

By Monica Arevalo | November 8, 2011

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Atlas Sound’s new album 'Parallax' is strange and beautiful

With the release of Atlas Sound's most recent album “Parallax” upon us, Bradford Cox remains one of the most enigmatic musicians in today's music scene.

By Jocelyn Gee | November 7, 2011

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