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Cost-effective, creative New Year’s Eve party ideas

Throwing an affordable and memorable New Year’s Eve party is easy with these simple and fun ideas.

By Alexandria Nelson | December 10, 2012

Revealing and bizarre costumes became socially acceptable at the LaLa Land Music Festival at the Phoenix Convention Center on Friday. (Photo by Michael Brilliant)

La La Land music festival paints Phoenix in neon colors

Almost 40 artists spread out over three stages in eight hours at the Phoenix Convention Center during the La La Land Music Festival on Friday.

By Lily Lieberman | December 9, 2012

(Photos courtesy of Cirque Du Soleil and Paramount Pictures)

Cirque du Soleil brings Las Vegas to Scottsdale

Cirque du Soleil performers will take over Scottsdale Fashion Square mall as they promote their film “Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away.”

By Mikayla Gilbert | December 6, 2012

Campus a cappella groups perform for free

ASU’s a cappella groups Pitchforks, Priority Male and TEMPEtations will all be performing on campus this weekend.

By Justine Pallas | December 6, 2012

(Photo courtesy of FilmDistrict and Open Road Films)

'Playing for Keeps' doesn't score with audience

As far as entertaining romantic comedies go, “Playing For Keeps” is embarrassing and pointless.

By Lana Rogoff | December 6, 2012

Photo courtesy of Alice Cooper's Christmas Pudding Benefit

Off-campus events to help de-stress before finals

Whether it’s hosting a simple Christmas party with friends, or dancing at one of the year’s largest raves, there are many activities and events students can partake in to put their work aside and be reminded that life is too short to be buried in stress and textbooks.

By Jocelyn Gee | December 5, 2012

Photo courtesy of Tommy V's Urban Kitchen and Bar

ASU jazz duo books gigs, records first album

ASU sophomore and senior Charles and Jake Crawford record their first jazz record.

By Jeremy Conigliari | December 5, 2012

Hippy culture examined in Scottsdale art exhibit

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art’s current exhibition showcases counterculture of the American West in the ‘60s and ‘70s.

By Justine Pallas | December 4, 2012

Cortney Wolfson (right) stars as Wednesday Addams in "The Addams Family" that will be playing at ASU Gammage Dec. 11-16. (Photo courtesy of Jeremy Daniel)

‘The Addams Family’ star talks past, future goals

Transitioning to a Broadway musical, “The Addams Family” is still considered a unique production.

By Maria Thompson | December 4, 2012

Ke$ha shows new side on sophomore release

Ke$ha’s sound is more palatable and personable to the senses, and to the masses on her newest album “Warrior.”

By Taylor Costello | December 3, 2012

‘Far Cry 3’ takes gamers on new, insane adventure

“Far Cry 3” is an extremely fun adventure, with an enjoyable, albeit at times cliché, plotline that explores wonderfully fascinating characters.

By Travis McKnight | December 3, 2012

Paloma Faith loses shock factor, gets honest on ‘Fall to Grace’

British singer-songwriter Paloma Faith’s sophomore album “Fall to Grace” is refreshingly natural and genuine.

By Stephanie Habib | December 3, 2012

‘The Boss’ to lift rock-loving spirits at Glendale show

Springsteen will be performing for a new generation of ASU students, as well as some long-time fans at the Jobing.com Arena in Glendale on Dec. 6.

By Jocelyn Gee | December 2, 2012

Streetlight Manifesto exhausts energetic concertgoers

Streetlight Manifesto put on a non-stop, high-energy show, during which several crowd surfers lost shoes and other articles of clothing in the melee.

By Marlena Sauceda | December 2, 2012

‘The Comedy’ ironically lacks enjoyable humor

“The Comedy” has little direction and fewer jokes.

By Mikayla Gilbert | November 29, 2012

(Photo courtesy of Plan B Entertainment)

‘Killing Them Softly’ masterfully executed flick

“Killing Them Softly” is not a high-octane joy ride — it’s a slow burn.

By Tyler Verti | November 29, 2012

Photo courtesy of Samples 'n' Seconds Records

Radio kills pop stars: Overplayed hits of 2012

Here is a list of tunes that make The State Press hope the world ends in December just so they won’t be heard anymore.

By Olivia Khiel | November 28, 2012

Toys enter virtual world in 'LEGO Lord of the Rings'

In the past 20 years, LEGO has been creating computer games and gaming consoles. With the release of “LEGO Lord of the Rings” for PlayStation, Nintendo, Wii and Xbox on Nov. 13, LEGO has continued a pattern that has permeated its games for the last seven years.

By Mikayla Gilbert | November 28, 2012

The ASU Harry Potter club expects its attendees for the 2012 Yule Ball to double Friday. The dance will be held in the Memorial Union. (Photo courtesy of Holly Solis)

Bringing Hogwarts to ASU: Third annual Yule Ball

ASU’s Harry Potter club is expected to hold it’s third annual Yule Ball in the Memorial Union on Friday.

By Lana Rogoff | November 27, 2012

Derek Sanders of Mayday Parade sat down with The State Press before his set and says love is a huge influence behind his music. (Photo courtesy of KJ Marks)

Mayday Parade singer reveals musical inspirations

Mayday Parade lead singer Derek Sanders sat down with The State Press to talk about writing the new record and what the band hopes fans will take away from its music.

By Olivia Khiel | November 26, 2012

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