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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Ellie Stehr, James Pauly and Thistle Gardner of punk band D-VA prepare to close the night with their highly anticipated set as the crowd's favorite group at a lively backyard show featuring multiple performers. Photo taken by Adriana Carrera.

Punk scene takes over Chico

Adriana Carrera, Contributor // October 16, 2024

Nestled in a corner of town, far from the frat parties, lies an even louder, unapologetic group of rebels known for captivating crowds with their electrifying performances and distinctive style. Their...

Throughout the month of October there is going to be different art and culture events downtown featuring local artists. It is going to be all over downtown, but most of the events will be on West 3rd Street between broadway and main.

Downtown Chico’s annual ARTober FEST is coming back

Cecilia Gonzalez, Entertainment Reporter // September 30, 2024

ARTober FEST in Downtown Chico starts soon. Throughout October there will be events dedicated to exhibiting artists and their work.  The festival is meant to get artists engaged with their community...

Sometimes it’s just better to be transparent about your music taste. Photo AI-generated using Adobe Firefly and edited using Adobe Express.

An alt-girl’s perspective: Airing my ‘dirty’ playlist

Ariana Powell, Editor-In-Chief // September 14, 2024

There have been multiple points throughout my life where I’ve been embarrassed when certain songs come over my playlist while others are listening in. This often leads to rapid and awkward fumbling of...

An alt-girl’s perspective on originals versus rock covers. Illustration created by Ariana Powell using AI-engine Adobe Firefly and edited using Adobe Express.

An alt-girl’s perspective: Some rock covers are just better

Ariana Powell, Editor-In-Chief // August 31, 2024

Some songs can never be truly recreated. Most music by The Beatles, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Beyonce, The Beach Boys, Garth Brooks, Nancy Sinatra and dozens of other musicians cannot be topped. But under...

Live from the World Contamination Tour. Photo taken by Penny Howle and courtesy My Chemical Romance.

An alt-girl’s origin story: emo beginnings

Ariana Powell, Editor-In-Chief // May 16, 2024

Growing up I listened to whatever my parents listened to. My parents love telling the story about how as a baby I fell asleep to Pink Floyd's "Comfortably Numb." I also listened to a variety of country,...

There's nothing wrong with Taylor Swift ... she's just not my favorite artist! AI image generated by Ariana Powell using Adobe Firefly on April 19.

An alt-girl in a Swiftie world

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief // April 24, 2024

Let’s get one thing straight, I have nothing against Taylor Swift. In fact, I grew up listening to her in her country era. I bopped along to “Mean” and “You Belong With Me” just like so many...

Taylor Swift released her new album, "The Tortured Poet's Department," in April. Generated by Ariana Powell using Adobe Firefly on April 24.

An alt-girl’s perspective on “The Tortured Poet’s Department”

Ariana Powell, Editor-in-Chief // April 24, 2024

Taylor Swift’s latest album “The Tortured Poets Department” — released on Thursday — encapsulates what it’s like being a woman in modern society and explores the feeling surrounding loving...

A projection of the possible shenanigans in Chico, AI generated by Bing Image Creator by Callum Standish.

Say ‘Top of the morning’ to Saint Patrick’s events

Callum Standish, A&E Editor // March 15, 2024

In a college town famous for partying, there are bound to be some shamrock inspired antics over the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Whether it’s finding a new-to-you book at the library or your face turning...

Saxophonist Matt Langley performs. Taken by Toby Neal on March 10.

Sundays at Two series continues with ‘Hard-Boiled Music’

Toby Neal, Reporter // March 13, 2024

Chico State’s Department of Music, Theatre and Dance continued their Sundays at Two series on Sunday with “Hard-Boiled Music,” a program of original compositions inspired by the hard-boiled fiction...

Participants in KCSC’s show are all deeply involved in their performances. 
From left to right: Sierra Buck, Kennedy Jude, Rose Fields, Aaron Gee, Madalén Cortez, and Jeffrey Lenh. Photos taken by SavStudios on Feb 17, 2024.

KCSC Radio presents: Melodies of love and heartbreak

Brooke Cárcamo, Reporter // February 22, 2024

KCSC Radio hosted “Melodies of Love and Heartbreak,” a Valentine's Day-themed music competition, at Naked Lounge in Downtown Chico on Saturday. Various artists performed, including Jeffrey Lenh, Aaron...

Photo by: Jé Shoots from Pexels

10 non-Christmas songs to get you in the holiday spirit

Juliet Perry, Reporter // December 6, 2023

It’s that time again: the holidays. Christmas songs are playing in every store, and if “All I Want for Christmas is You” by Mariah Carey comes on one more time, Santa will have to make one more lump...

The band, Sleep Lagoon, mid-performance at Battle of The Bands. Photo by Juliet Perry.

A rockin’ showdown at KCSC’s The Battle of The Bands

Juliet Perry, Reporter // November 14, 2023

  The sounds of alternative, rock and indie music echoed through the evening as local bands gave their all for KCSC Radio’s Battle of The Bands on Nov. 9 at the Trinity Lawn. Six bands played...

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