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Southern Comfort

posted: March 19, 2012

  Those who attend the Citadel in South Carolina get a double dose of ROTC and regular academic courses, so it’s understandable that many spend their free time studying. But not Sean Waterman. The former…
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Globe Bopper

posted: March 14, 2012

Let’s just get this out of the way first. Manuela has lived more places than you. She’s probably more cultured than you. And chances are, she can sing better, too. Born to Kenyan and Swiss parents,…
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Risky Business

posted: March 12, 2012

A life as an investment banker has its perks, like big paychecks and bigger bonuses. But sometimes a man just wants a mic, a stage and the roar of the crowd. Hip hop artist Kenton…
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My Sunny Valentine

posted: March 7, 2012

Bands like Sunshine Factory rarely lock eyes with their adoring fans, since they’re often staring down at the ground, transfixed by their art. Such is the effect of shoegaze”a style of music known for its…
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SoundTrax: Back To The Future

posted: March 7, 2012

Is it just us, or does it seem like the ’80s are about to make a comeback? Juno synths have started to creep into even the most cookie-cutter radio pop music, vinyl warmth and tape…
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South By Midwest

posted: February 29, 2012

EllieMay Kay was born with a name destined for country music. Luckily, she’s got the voice, too”a honeyed twang that belies the fact that she’s actually a Midwesterner raised outside of Chicago. Now living in…
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