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Tuesday, Oct. 1
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Low economy provides high times for urban art

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In a recent article titled “Local arts world wobbles as patrons feel squeeze,” Boston Globe writer Joan Anderman describes the economic perils faced by Boston Symphony Orchestra subscribers who can no longer spend upwards of $100 to see a show.



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Love sick, love songs

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Love. It can make us do crazy things: get tattoos, compromise our morals and say things such as “I love you, pookie bear.” Now I don’t know about you, but I don’t think I’ve ever called a lover “pookie bear” or “sugar lumpkin.” However, there is one thing I am guilty of doing: picking an extraordinarily embarrassing song to represent my affection for my special someone.


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Live karaoke at Jake's

Who: Supergroup Good e Nuff (members of Prizzy Prizzy Please, Tammar and Busman’s Holiday) What: Live Band Rock ‘N’ Roll Karaoke. An actual live band consisting of local musicians will perform 50 songs from The Cardigans’ “Lovefool” to Pavement’s “Cut Your Hair.” Suggestions are welcome for upcoming selections.

Hip-hop artist David Banner plays with a band member's guitar during the Hip Hop Live Tour with rappers Little Brother and Talib Kweli on Monday night at the Bluebird Nightclub.

Hip Hop Live! tour comes to Bloomington

Critically acclaimed rapper Talib Kweli and fellow emcees David Banner and Little Brother brought their signature brands of hip-hop to a raving crowd at the Bluebird on Monday night. Headlining in 19 cities on the sophomore year of the Hip Hop Live! Tour presented by Flow TV, the three diverse artists rallied on the success and critical acclaim of the previous year’s tour that touted stars such as Ghostface Killah and Rakim.


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Animal heaven

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For decades, mink has presided as the diva of furs. With its radiant outer coat and dense, soft underfur, it is available in a variety of natural colors and may be sheared for a more casual look.



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Mason Jennings to play at Bluebird tonight

Folk singer-songwriter Mason Jennings will bring his folk rock band to the Bluebird at 9 p.m. today. Tickets are $15 and are available online at Tickmaster.com


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IDS sits down for question and answer session with Jamie Kennedy

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The Indiana Daily Student sat down with entertainer Jamie Kennedy to discuss his comedy, what inspires him and how he sees the world. Kennedy, well-known for his roles in “Scream,” “Scream 2,” “Malibu’s Most Wanted” and his hit show “The Jamie Kennedy Experiment,” is now taking his stand-up across the country on a mission to make people laugh.


Comedian Jamie Kennedy

‘Scream’ star to do stand-up at Buskirk

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Actor Jamie Kennedy brought the role of horror-movie geek Randy Meeks to life 12 years ago in the hit slasher movie “Scream.” But now he does not consider himself to be strictly an actor. He’s an entertainer, and he’s bringing his stand-up comedy to Bloomington today at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater.


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Hip Hop Live! tour stops in Bloomington

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Artists David Banner, Talib Kweli and Little Brother will perform their three brands of hip-hop tonight at The Bluebird Nightclub. The event is part of the second annual Hip Hop Live! Tour that Kweli and Banner are headlining.


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Jazz ensemble kicks off week at MAC

The upcoming “Live and Free at the MAC” schedule has the Jazz Ensemble playing Monday, the Symphonic and Concert Bands on Tuesday and the Philharmonic Orchestra on Thursday. All three performances start at 8 p.m.




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Kulintang ensemble to perform Friday

Eight bossed gongs ring out in smooth traditional tones and melodies that are reminiscent of the Orient, accompanied by drums. This instrument, hailing from places such as Cuba and the southern Philippines, is a kulintang. To help celebrate the Asian Culture Center’s 10-year anniversary, the band Electric Kulintang will perform songs from its new record “Dialects.”


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Friends of Art store turns 40

Turning 40 can bring people down, but the founders of the Friends of Art Bookshop say they have many reasons to celebrate their 40-year anniversary of supporting art education and students. The Friends of Art Bookshop will open the School of Fine Arts to the community this weekend to share in the celebration.


Graduate student Henry McDaniel, who plays the main character (Matt) in "Dead Man Walking," poses for a photo Oct. 2.

‘Bridging the gap’ takes research, thought

I have to admit I was a little daunted taking on this role. I usually look first for similarities between myself and the character and then go from there. The thought of finding commonalities with a murderer and rapist was a little strange, and not something I looked forward to, to say the least. I would have liked to think that there are not that many. However, it soon became apparent that the best and worst really do exist in all of us. Human is human. Because of those basic imperfections in my own personality, Matt was and is only a couple of bad decisions away from myself. I quickly became much more grateful for the positive influences in my life. Once I found these connections between us, I was able to bridge some of the remaining gap through research and the kindness of strangers.


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Basics make the outfit

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As I walk around campus going from class to class, it’s nothing for me to see a nice young man strolling past in a stylish shirt and crisp jeans. But time and again, you’ll find the same guy wearing a pair of shoes that is either scuffed up or fails to match the rest of his outfit. Once upon a time I was this guy, but now I don’t understand why you would do this.


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VH1 comedian to perform at The Funny Bone

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He’s been on “Chappelle’s Show,” “Best Week Ever” and “Comedy Central Presents.” Now comedian Christian Finnegan is bringing his stand-up to The Funny Bone. “As I will be in Bloomington, I will make a point to throw a chair across the stage and maybe choke an audience member,” Finnegan said, referring to former men’s basketball coach Bobby Knight’s infamous displays of temper. He said he will perform entirely new material, so fans won’t simply get recycled TV Finnegan.


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‘Ask Ryan’ if chalking is art

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As I began walking to class Monday, I was immediately intrigued by section after section of the sidewalk reading “Ask Ryan” in chalk.