The Orion

Jeff Daniels surprises Chico with his musical talent

Erin Vierra // November 16, 2015

Jeff Daniels, along with his son's band, The Ben Daniels Band, performed at the Sierra Nevada Big Room on Sunday night.

Review: The Underachievers’ new album shows lyrical progress

Tom Sundgren // November 16, 2015

The captivating storytelling, underlying philosophy and developed concepts are more present than ever.

Day of the Dead art gallery comes to Chico Art Center

Tom Sundgren // November 8, 2015

Located off of Orange Street, the Chico Art Center is displaying art from various artists for Day of The Dead until Nov. 13. Artist Victor Porter gives his perspective on his art piece that's displayed in the gallery and what Day of The Dead means to him.

Study break: Kendrick Lamar’s ‘These Walls’ review

Valeria Flores // November 7, 2015

A breakdown of a complicated video for an already-complicated track from Kendrick Lamar's "To Pimp a Butterfly."

‘Master of None’ comes to Netflix

George Johnston // November 1, 2015

Find out about the latest Netflix release, "Master of None."

Flamenco icon Paco Peña comes to Chico

Valeria Flores // October 30, 2015

A guitar, a man and a vivid talent. Paco Peña is coming to Chico.

Study break: The Simpsons “Tree House of Horror XXVI” Review

George Johnston // October 26, 2015

This year's "Tree House of Horror" episode to borrow a phase from Lisa Simpson, "meh." Here's a break down of the tree segments: "Wanted Dead Then Alive" Sideshow bob has been trying to kill Bart...

Melody Records owner shares insight on vinyl popularity

Tom Sundgren // October 25, 2015

With more and more artists releasing new albums on vinyl, the world can't help but wonder how bringing back a 67-year-old music format in this modern high-tech era has been a success.

Review: ‘The Rover’ just punny enough without overdoing it

Dana Muensterman // October 18, 2015

The play was unquestionably amusing and the costumes were booty— beautiful.

Chico State drag show flawless to the finish

Valeria Flores // October 15, 2015

Chico State introduces its first-ever drag show in celebration of Queer Week.

Lady Gaga video addresses rape on college campuses

Chelsea Gallegos // October 11, 2015

Gaga's hard-hitting music video addresses rape on college campuses.

Herreid Music owner talks music background, sales

Tom Sundgren // October 10, 2015

Rich Pires, owner of Herreid Music, breaks down what it's like to be behind music sales, run-ins with guitar theft and his history with Chico.