Chris Nguyen

Recent Contributions

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• The good, the bad and the ugly: 2012 summertime tunes

  April 30, 2012

  After an eight-year absence of original material, Fiona Apple returns with a gentle xylophone lullaby.

• Student filmmakers participate in James Franco's web series

  April 12, 2012

  With producing partner Vince Jolivette, the series depicts the lives of undegraduate, up-and-coming filmmakers.

• Cinematic classic 'Titanic' heads back to theaters

  April 3, 2012

  “Titanic” will return to the big screen in a re-release today as “Titanic 3D,” just in time for the 100th anniversary of the ship’s sinking.

• Ransom Center to expand internship pool

  March 28, 2012

  The building, the Harry Ransom Center, appears enigmatic and imposing, impenetrable to the average student.

• Swedish band hits right and wrong notes

  March 26, 2012

  Swedish indie-pop trip band Miike Snow, stay close to their sugar-induced pop equation on their sophomore album.

• Madonna's longevity provides base for new album's success

  March 26, 2012

  At 53, Maddona's age looms large over her latest album.

• Mike Daisey radio episode retracted after lies in story were discovered

  March 21, 2012

  Somehow, it had gotten into the mind of Mike Daisey that a half-truth and a half-truth (along with buckets of other non-truths) equal a truth.

• Singles feature classic, definitive sounds

  March 19, 2012

  The Daily Texan reviews the latest singles from Beach House, Nas, Garbage, and Rascal Flatts.

• Nicki, Madonna sound stale, Usher impressses with single

  February 28, 2012

  Katy Pery, Niki Minaj, Usher and Madonna release new singles.

• Oscars remain tame for 2012 season

  February 27, 2012

  Another Academy Awards goes by and just a few minutes after, the show is all but forgotten.

• Munchy Man comes to the rescue of hungry college students through delivery service

  February 20, 2012

  Last year, Rehman was pulling another late night at the PCL when his stomach began growling.

• Grammys' award felon Brown with spotlight

  February 14, 2012

  The Grammys paid tribute to Whitney Houston and some performances left viewers in shock.

• Last-minute Valentine's Day date ideas

  February 13, 2012

  Here are a few last-minute plans in Austin to celebrate the romantic day beyond a hastily signed card bought at CVS.

• The voice lives on despite singer's death

  February 12, 2012

  The Voice. No adjective except the definite “the” could do Whitney Houston's vocals justice.

• John Leguizamo brings “Ghetto Klown” one-man show to Austin

  February 8, 2012

  Known for his fast-talking, wisecracking roles, Leguizamo has been able to make a wide and eclectic mark on Hollywood.

• Winter Arts Preview: Music

  December 1, 2011

  Life & Arts writers give their picks for this season's best released and upcomming albums.

• Rihanna's 'Talk That Talk' fails to impress

  November 21, 2011

  She shows a bit more restraint on “Birthday Cake,” which features every possible dessert innuendo in 90 seconds.

• Björk channels Mother Earth in her latest, interactive effort

  October 18, 2011

  Björk is the Madonna of the alternative world, transforming her sound and image with every album.

• ‘Skying’ recalls ’80s college rock with modern touches

  August 8, 2011

  The Horrors’ third album is a move away from their previous albums, but it’s a leap backward into the sounds of ’80s college rock.

• ‘Rabbits on the Run’ showcases more mature Vanessa Carlton

  July 25, 2011

  The first full album in four years, her album features fleshed-out lyrics as well as heavier and stronger vocals.

• Rowland’s latest album fails to escape shadow of Beyoncé

  July 25, 2011

  With the release of her third album, Here I Am, Kelly Rowland wants to finally get out from under Beyoncé’s shadow. 

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