Share: Albums: Imaginal Disk – Magdalena Bay The Florida-originated, Los Angeles-based art pop duo may have already released their magnum opus with their sophomore effort “Imaginal Disk”. The entire tracklist oozes rich and creative melodies that utilize a unique palette of influences such as synth-pop, psychedelia, disco, and even genres that may not be easy to catch by the untrained ear, such as shoegaze and new age. The duo plays with an interesting visual aesthetic that could best be described as a mix of Frutiger …
‘Creature Commandos’ kicks off DC universe reboot with a graveyard smash
Share: “Creature Commandos” is a confusing, but nonetheless entertaining soft reboot in James Gunn’s new DC universe. The plot centers around Amanda Waller voiced by Viola Davis and Rick Flag Sr, voiced by Frank Grillo who are putting together a new team to work for the government after the events of “The Suicide Squad” and “Peacemaker” caused their operations to get shut down. This leads to Waller using monsters as a loophole for their new team dubbed “Task Force M” and sends the group reluctantly …
From puppies to painting: PCC provides peaceful space to escape for finals week
Share: With the closing of the fall semester , many PCC students find themselves at odds with the stress that comes with finals. According to the American Addiction Center, more than 89% of college students experience additional stress during final seasons. To combat these elevated levels of stress PCC has held a De-Stress week in which students had the opportunity to participate in activities that aided in lowering stress levels during this challenging part of the year. From the 2nd of December to the 5th …
Kendrick Lamar shifts gears, starts the party on ‘GNX’
Share: Kendrick Lamar has never wanted people to dance more than on “GNX”. The album is Lamar’s sixth installment in an already colossally impactful discography. The year in itself has already been monumental for Lamar, as he has had victory lap after victory lap in regards to his beef against Drake which took place earlier in the year, with the public consensus primarily agreeing that Lamar had won. Add on to that, the cumulative diss track “Not Like Us” has turned into one of the …
Santa, songs, and shopping: South Lake lights up for holiday fest
Share: The Holiday Festivities Begin There was a Holiday Fest in the South Lake Pasadena district! This past Saturday was filled with the Christmas spirit, 12 blocks of holiday fun! Local stores participated in the event, with a variety of activities and Christmas carolers to start the season. When guests checked in, they were given a green Santa hat or holiday tote bag! This Fest brought the North pole to South Lake Pasadena, with different holiday activities throughout. They had Santa’s Village where Mr. Claus …
PCC emphasizes renewed commitment to accessibility for Disability Month Fair
Share: On Wednesday, November 20, the Associated Students of Pasadena City College (ASPCC) and Lancer Accessibility Resource Services (LARS) joined forces to host the college’s inaugural Disability Month event. Transforming the campus plaza into a lively hub of learning and connection, the fair spotlighted an array of resources designed to support students with disabilities both at PCC and beyond. The event pulsated with energy as students visited booths offering tools, information, and demonstrations tailored to empower disabled students. Each station highlighted the many ways in …
4 movies that put a spotlight on Native American actors and stories
Share: November is Native American Heritage Month, a time for reflection and recognition of our nation’s Indigenous people and their respective histories. Pasadena City College has even honored Native American Heritage month with a variety of events, including a visit from Nipmuc author and drummer Larry Spotted Crow Mann. While Native culture is often overlooked, misunderstood, and underrepresented in the media, there fortunately is some representation on screen of Native characters and stories. Read on for some recommendations for movies that star Indigenous actors and …
International Student Center showcases food and fashion for Thanksgiving
Share: On Friday night, November 15, the Creveling Lounge was filled with diverse cultures, celebration and fun. The International Student Center hosted a Thanksgiving celebration, where students from different backgrounds came together for a night of fashion, games, food and an opportunity to reflect on what they were grateful for. The event was a reminder of the many cultures that are a part of the PCC community. At the entrance students were greeted at the check in table, and were asked to participate by writing …
‘Red One’ slays with secret service Santa story
Share: “Red One” brings together holiday cheer and action, making for a festive thrill like no other. Directed by Jake Kasdan, the film stars a charming J.K. Simmons as a hardened Santa Claus, joined by his elite Christmas crew: Dwayne Johnson, Lucy Liu, Chris Evans, and Reinaldo Faberlle. Set in a North Pole unlike any we’ve seen before, Santa’s workshop is within a high-tech, dome-protected sanctuary, adding a twist to the typical holiday scenery. Here, the Christmas crew isn’t just making toys—they’re protecting the season’s …
Bundle up and play the fun new Sims bundle this winter
Share: After 14 years the MySims franchise finally returns to consoles with a new bundle featuring 2 games “MySims” and “MySims Kingdom”. It was a nice change of pace for the bundle to include two games with “MySims Kingdom” being story driven and “MySims” being based on building and decorating. It helps “MySims Cozy Bundle” stick out, letting the player decide what to do and the pace of their gameplay. “MySims” is the perfect example of a fun laid back game. Immediately the player can …