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Splashh from the past

Splashh from the past

Jackson Sawa
May 17, 2017

Back in 2013, Anglo-Australian band, Splashh came onto the indie rock scene with their first studio album Comfort. From the title of the album, one might assume the album would fit nicely into their Spotify...

"You're Welcome" brings rock vibes to May

“You’re Welcome” brings rock vibes to May

Jackson Sawa
May 6, 2017

Not much has been said about Wavves since their last album "V" back in 2015. Now, the San Diego rock group is back at it again with their stoner rock vibes and don’t-give-a-f*** attitude in their...

Paige Patterson (Senior) Photo credit: Ben Hacker

Wildcats reveal their guilty pleasure songs

Jackson Sawa
May 3, 2017

We all have our favorite bands and songs that we are eager to show to our friends or blast at parties, yet, we also have our guilty pleasures that we listen to when nobody is around. This is the music...

Let's not forget about Merriweather Post Pavilion

Let’s not forget about Merriweather Post Pavilion

Jackson Sawa
April 25, 2017

The album cover of "Merriweather Post Pavilion" alone should make you prepare yourself to fall deep into the rabbit hole. This is Animal Collective's eighth studio album and includes some of their more...

Minnesota focuses on his beats before the show Photo credit: Ben Hacker

‘DJ Minnesota’ rocks senator with heavy bass

Jackson Sawa
April 23, 2017

There are only a few big names in the progressive genre of bass music and Minnesota is one of them. Christian Bauhofer, better known as "DJ Minnesota.""DJ Minnesota" performed in Chico April 6 at the Senator...

Photo credit: Franky Renteria

Smoking on a budget: MacGyver style

Jackson Sawa
April 19, 2017

When trying to get lit on a student budget or feeling stranded without a piece, improvising is the only option. Here are a couple tried and true DIY projects every stoner should be able to create in the...

The members of Sunny Acres, Manuel Lopes (Left), Mike Justice (Middle), Jac Derner (right) cozy up on Jac's bed to talk about their latest house show with Oakland band Ice Cream. Photo credit: Miguel Orozco

Sunny Acres orchestrates Chico’s punk music scene

Jackson Sawa
April 3, 2017

The couch is in the kitchen. A couch wouldn't make sense in Jac Derner's living room, it would just get in the way of the mosh pit.The only permanent furniture in the living room is a drum set, some amps...

No Wave is taking the next big step

No Wave is taking the next big step

Jackson Sawa
March 28, 2017

Forming in Chico, “No Wave” is a diverse and dynamic band tearing up the music scene. The band is comprised of lead guitarist Tommy Bridges, drummer Max Engel known as “Hans,” Grayson...

Photo credit: Makena Twohig

5 things to do before graduation

Jackson Sawa
March 25, 2017

Scotty's Landing After either a nice day of floating or hanging out on the beaches of the Sacramento River, make sure to stop by Scotty's Landing for a cold beer and some food. Scotty's has certainly...

Surfer Blood releases new album: Snowdonia

Surfer Blood releases new album: Snowdonia

Jackson Sawa
March 11, 2017

The indie rock band Surfer Blood released their latest album “Snowdonia” Feb. 3. This is their first musical release since their album 1000 Palms in 2015.After the recent death of a band member,...

Musician profile: Ronnie Macias

Musician profile: Ronnie Macias

Jackson Sawa
March 8, 2017

Ronnie Macias is a full-time father and a full-time local musician here in Chico. Moreover, he is the proud supporter and loving companion to Jodi Foster who organizes and puts on weekly open mic nights...

Jeff giving a private show out of the Naked Lounge Photo credit: Ben Hacker

Jeff Coleman and the Sons of Jefferson

Jackson Sawa
March 1, 2017

Jeff Coleman is a Chico State alumni, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and ring-leader of the eclectic bluegrass punk band, Sons of Jefferson. However, Coleman can’t emphasize enough that his band...

Getting down at the Down Lo

Getting down at the Down Lo

Jackson Sawa
February 23, 2017

There is no doubt that the Chico music and arts scene is booming. From Friday through Sunday nights, it's hard not to stumble upon some sort of open mic night, comedy show or art gallery while downtown.This...

Real Estate and Mac are back

Real Estate and Mac are back

Jackson Sawa
February 15, 2017
Good news for indie fans, new music up ahead!