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Hayden Duncan is a 23-year-old recording arts student. He refers to gear as his console. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Artist of the week: Hayden Duncan

Nicole Henson and Mitchell Kret // February 28, 2018
Hayden Duncan shares his experiences working the recording arts major.
The art for "A Moment Apart," which depicts the other-worldly serene tone to Odesza's new album.

Image courtesy of Odesza.com

Odesza’s ‘A Moment Apart’ caters to euphoric electronic daydreams

Alejandra Solorio // September 20, 2017

A journey through that which cannot be seen but rather felt, Odesza's release of "A Moment Apart" belongs to those otherworldly, ineffable moments. Utilizing radiant synth lines, similar to that of Flume...

'Memories... Do Not Open' is already open

‘Memories… Do Not Open’ is already open

Caitlyn Young // September 15, 2017

From 2014 releases “#SELFIE” and “Kanye” to 2016 releases “All We Know” and “Closer,” The Chainsmokers continue to create songs that rise to the top of the...

DJ iMullinati spinning at a show. Photo courtesy of Ryan Mullin via Fish Photography and KqumSquad.

Behind the scenes of ‘Chico Plugged In’

Miguel Orozco and Elias Denny // November 25, 2016

Chico Plugged In is a hip hop & EDM show co-hosted by SOTA Productions and 1078 Gallery. The event brought together some of Chico's biggest talent featuring performances by iMullinati, Yandi, Subfer,...

Photo credit: Dongyoung Won

Fun in the Aves

Rachel Reyes and Dongyoung Won // September 23, 2016

It’s 5 p.m. on a Friday and the streets of Chico are quiet but not for long. Students often rushing home to get things done and still be able to make it to the pregame they just got a text about.One...

Photo credit: Grant Garnsey

Coachella is not worth it

Sam Rios // April 6, 2016
The youthful pilgrimage of Coachella doesn't give its attendees the experience they seek.
Madeon pumps up the crowd on Saturday, Sept. 19 in an eery green light shroud. Photo credit: Dana Muensterman

Madeon too relaxed, security not so much

Dana Muensterman // September 23, 2015
EDM artist Madeon sprinkled good vibes across the Senator Theater last weekend and left none for the venue's security.
BassMint: Underground club in downtown

BassMint: Underground club in downtown

Trevor Ryan // January 28, 2015
The new underground electronic dance music venue in downtown Chico.
Illustration by Miles Huffman

A reputation ravers can’t shake

Miles Inserra // January 26, 2015
As EDM has risen to popularity, the culture around it has been put in spotlight. The media has focused solely on the negative characteristics associated with the raving, even though it's positivity that fuels the culture.
The party was canceled.Photo credit: Salahadin Albutti

HAUS party cancelled

Maegan Webster // February 4, 2014
EDM show canceled due to unforeseen circumstances.
Dance music showcase shuffles onto campus

Dance music showcase shuffles onto campus

Maegan Webster // January 20, 2014
Union Label brings EDM acts to Chico State.
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