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Hip-hop artists Schoolboy Q and Joey Bada$$ performed at the Buchannan’s Event Center on Sunday, Oct. 9.

Schoolboy Q makes second time in El Paso memorable

Adrian Broaddus, Sports Editor October 11, 2016

Bringing the Blank Face tour to El Paso, headlining rapper Schoolboy Q and opener Joey Bada$$ took Buchannan’s Event Center on Sunday, Oct. 9. The show was the tour’s last stop in Texas, as they had just traveled to Dallas, Houston, San Antonio and...

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‘The Necromancer’ a dark-humored, gothic novel for the season

‘The Necromancer’ a dark-humored, gothic novel for the season

Eric Vasquez, Entertainment Editor October 11, 2016

Halloween is closing in, and while children gear up for a night of sugar dressed in wrappers and sticks, the few who still adhere to the true nature of Halloween crave the macabre: the venture into the demonic, the dark and morbid humor that provides...

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Symbols of death are not a product of commercial Halloween but can be traced back to ancient traditions from cultures all over the world.

Going beyond the candy and costumes: world origins of Halloween

Stephanie Hinojosa, Staff Reporter October 11, 2016

Launching the world into a frenzy of festivities is the holiday that is either one of the most awaited or dreaded celebrations: Halloween. Drawn from ancient practices and celestial guides, countries worldwide have celebrated this holiday around the same...

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Lead roles Felicia, Tick and Bernadette showcase one of 40 costumes worn throughout the performance.

Set design, costumes make ‘Priscilla, Queen of the Desert’ a grand spectacle

Eric Vasquez, Entertainment Editor October 4, 2016

The UTEP Dinner Theatre premiered their first show of the fall season, “Priscilla, Queen of the Desert,” this weekend exhibiting not only students’ singing chops, but their talent and capacity for costume and stage design. “Priscilla” is set...

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Juárez-El Paso based band The Chamanas nominated for a Latin Grammy

Juárez-El Paso based band The Chamanas nominated for a Latin Grammy

Andres Gallegos, Contributor October 4, 2016

Every member of The Chamanas has been in the local music scene for more than 10 years, but the band is only three years old. During those years, every member of The Chamanas was scattered. They all knew each other some way or another, and it wasn’t...

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The Museum of Archaeology off Transmountain houses artifacts, replicas and authentic instruments from the native cultures of the land we inhabit.

Museum celebrates Texas archaeology month with free tours

Stephanie Hinojosa, Contributor October 4, 2016

At the end of the winding highway that runs through the Franklin Mountains is the El Paso Museum of Archaeology, home to artifacts and depictions from El Paso’s 14,000-year-old prehistoric and indigenous history. The museum and the grounds that surround...

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Youtube channels for productive procrastination

Youtube channels for productive procrastination

Eric Vasquez, Entertainment Editor October 4, 2016

Yes, you. Retying your shoes even though you’re sitting down, or gearing up for another Starbucks run because you swear all you need is an extra jolt of energy to get that paper done. We see you, we’re one of you, but studies show—and by studies...

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Bon Iver ditches slow indie-folk sound in ‘22, A Million”

Bon Iver ditches slow indie-folk sound in ‘22, A Million”

Adrian Broaddus, Sports Editor October 4, 2016

Half a decade ago, Justin Vernon, better known as Bon Iver, stole the indie-folk stage with his singer-songwriter tunes from his sophomore self-titled album, “Bon Iver.” He was already making a name for himself as he captured audiences with a somber,...

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Maná goes beyond music to connect with audience

Maná goes beyond music to connect with audience

Luis Gonzalez, Reporter September 29, 2016

Despite the late star time, Spanish pop-rock band Maná put on a show that moved beyond their live music. The Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico based band nearly sold out Don Haskins Center through their biggest hits and drove home a message of peace, love...

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A blast back to the 'Moon' in anticipation to Kid Cudi's new album

A blast back to the ‘Moon’ in anticipation to Kid Cudi’s new album

Adrian Broaddus, Sports Editor September 29, 2016

Scott Mescudi, as known by his stage name Kid Cudi, will be releasing his sixth studio album on Friday, Dec. 15, titled “Passion, Pain, & Demon Slayin.’” Cudi started work on the album earlier this spring and rumored bringing back help from...

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Maná delivers, connects with fans with Latino Power Tour

Maná delivers, connects with fans with Latino Power Tour

Luis Gonzalez, Correspondent September 29, 2016

They came out a little late Wednesday night, but once Maná hit the stage it was worth the wait. For a little over two hours, the Spanish pop-rock band from Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, connected with a nearly sold-out Don Haskins Center through...

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‘Blair Witch’ a cheap imitation

‘Blair Witch’ a cheap imitation

Andres Gallegos, Contributor September 27, 2016

The American movie industry is in an era of recycled ideas. Hollywood is banking on American audiences’ willingness to pay to watch their favorite heroes of a bygone era or to know what ever became of them. Movies such as “Star Wars VII: The Force...

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