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Sinizen will be in Scottsdale on Oct. 12. Photo courtesy of MIke Piper.

Art Murmur: Sinizen rocks the West

They have gone through bassists like toilet paper and think they’ve probably had the most drama in the history of undiscovered bands. Meet Sinizen: a rock group that was formed in Huntington Beach, Calif.

By Alec Damiano | September 16, 2012

Maroon and Gamer: Publishers forcing hands

Much like studios in the film industry, the publishers of the video game industry are interested in one thing and one thing only: money. Who really can blame them? They exist to make money.

By Spencer Fawcett | September 16, 2012

Pitchfork Sports: Volleyball off to a 'fresh' start

The 8-2 ASU women’s volleyball team has been digging, diving and spiking their way to a fast start this season.

By Evan Triantafilidis | September 15, 2012

There are a variety of patterns and washes to jeans-- perfect for any fashionista's closet. Photo by Gabrielle Nelson.

The Campus Closet: Denim: America's Fall 2012 revolution

Almost everyone I know owns a pair of jeans. Whether skinny, bell-bottomed, flared, or bootleg jeans, jeans are a unisex mainstay of Western fashion for both old and young people.

By Gabrielle Nelson | September 14, 2012

The bicycles are equipped with a television monitor, offering a variety of channels to choose from. Photo by Courtland Jeffrey.

Tech Spec: It's just like sitting on your couch

People who pass by (or watch the webcam of) the Sun Devil Fitness Complex can clearly see renovations are underway to offer a better exercise experience for ASU students. But, the outside is not the only change that is being made.

By Courtland Jeffrey | September 13, 2012

Maroon and Gamer: Counter Strike: Global Offensive review

And rightfully so, Counter Strike: Source was one of the toughest shooters I have ever played. So, how does "Counter Strike: Global Offensive fare?

By Spencer Fawcett | September 13, 2012

Wood art can unleash artists' creativity. Photo illustration by Alec Damiano.

Art Murmur: What I wish I knew in high school

To celebrate its fifth anniversary, the Tempe Center for the Arts opened an exhibitionfeaturing works made of and inspired by wood—the Wood Biennial.

By Alec Damiano | September 12, 2012

The Cronkite school-- SDSN's headquarters. Photo by Evan Triantafilidis.

Pitchfork Sports: Sun Devil Sports Night: ASU sports for the fans, by the fans

Comparing SDSN to ESPN’s Sportscenter is a bold statement, but the videos and episodes that are available to watch online back up Vertone’s comparison.

By Evan Triantafilidis | September 12, 2012

With the vast selection, the bag shown will not hold everything. Photo by Gabrielle Nelson.

The Campus Closet: Fashion's Night Out

On Thursday September 6, fashionistas gathered at their favorite stores to celebrate an evening of shopping.

By Gabrielle Nelson | September 11, 2012

Media storage on the go-- like students always are. Photo by Courtland Jeffrey.

Tech Spec: College Tech Buyer’s Guide

What college student wants to spend any more money than they have to? That’s where this buyer’s guide comes in; it shows students, who are on a budget, what they should buy without breaking the bank.

By Courtland Jeffrey | September 10, 2012

Art Murmur: The Painted Desert Project

When asked what message @Jetsonorama tries to convey in his work, he only had one word—love.

By Alec Damiano | September 9, 2012

Maroon and Gamer: Slow down, you crazy child

The industry has been in a lull of new consoles for the past seven years and consumers want the newest generation of hardware

By Spencer Fawcett | September 9, 2012

Pitchfork Sports: Mistakes off field cause on field consequences

A notable amount of collegiate football players were suspended for their first game of the season, including three ASU players. Mistakes will cost you.

By Evan Triantafilidis | September 8, 2012

Designs and patterns are essential to nail artwork. Photo courtesy of WAH.

The Campus Closet: DIY nail art

There are many ways you can give yourself “WAH” nails without taking a trip to London. Here are some tools, tips, and tricks to get yourself started.

By Gabrielle Nelson | September 7, 2012

Hard copies or digital copies-- which one will you choose? Photo by Courtland Jeffrey.

Tech Spec: Time to book a new method of learning

ASU professors and staff have realized this problem with textbooks, and with the utilization of new technology they tried to counteract the problem with the solution of the electronic textbook.

By Courtland Jeffrey | September 6, 2012

A man's body is suspended at the knees by metal hooks. Photo by Alec Damiano.

Art Murmur: Exposing new art forms in Phoenix

The Phoenix Body Art Expo was held at the Arizona State Fairgrounds Friday, and was the centerpiece of artwork — both on canvases and human bodies.

By Alec Damiano | September 5, 2012

ASU weighs in via social media. Photo courtesy of @TheSunDevils.

Pitchfork Sports: New resources to help ASU fan base backfires

If you were unable to attend last week's football game, you probably grabbed the remote and some friends and watched the game on TV. But, if you are a satellite TV customer, there’s a lingering problem.

By Evan Triantafilidis | September 5, 2012

The Campus Closet: Vintage treasures in downtown Phoenix

Funky, local and one-of-a-kind world traveler Misty Guerriero has taken vintage to a whole new level with her shop featuring items from the 60s to the early 90s.

By Gabrielle Nelson | September 4, 2012

The skull and cross-bones mark the end of Zune. Photo by Courtland Jeffrey.

Tech Spec: A dying breed

Looking back over the past few decades, anyone can see how fads with music technology have arrived into our culture and later fallen off the map. There’s always something new—a replacement.

By Courtland Jeffrey | September 3, 2012

Maroon and Gamer: Argh! There be pirates on the Internet!

When does the madness end and the gaming begin? Ubisoft’s CEO Yves Guillemot said some pretty controversial things while communicating with gamesindustry.biz.

By Spencer Fawcett | September 2, 2012

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