The band Jung People — pronounced “young people” — are making a statement: youth are forward-thinking. Their name attests to this, being an allusion to the famous psychiatrist and forward-thinker of his time, Carl Jung. These are musicians who aim to create and inspire change. But don’t expect complicated lyrics or overstated theses — Jung… Continue reading Youth isn’t wasted on Jung People
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It Gets Better campaign continues
The It Gets Better campaign began in September 2010 by author Dan Savage in an effort to provide a positive message for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer youth facing harassment and bullying. The project gained mass appeal and sparked a worldwide movement. Since that date, over 30,000 videos have been made and viewed more… Continue reading It Gets Better campaign continues
The serious impact of concussions
During my time as a wrestler, I have made a lot of mistakes, but have learned to listen to my body and ask for help. In 2006, I suffered a concussion while wrestling for the University of Calgary Dinos wrestling team. At first my only symptoms were confusion and trouble focusing my eyes. Concussions had… Continue reading The serious impact of concussions
BLANK- FEST
Upon hearing the phrase “rock ‘n’ roll,” one’s thoughts might fall to sex and drugs. But this rock concert has a much bigger vision — and so do these rockers. Hopefully the start of a yearly tradition, Calgary’s first annual Blank-Fest debuts this weekend at the Blind Beggar Pub and features some of Calgary’s (and… Continue reading BLANK- FEST
Spun: Feist
Calgary’s indie queen Feist has been away for too long. The rise in popularity allowed Leslie Feist to evolve from local gem to international indie sensation. It has been nearly four years since Feist has released any solo work, meaning Metals, her long-awaited fourth studio album, has a lot to live up to. The stormy… Continue reading Spun: Feist
Wrestling season takes to the mat
Wrestling is as old as the ancient Greek Olympics, dating back to 776 BC. Although the University of Calgary Dinos wrestling squad has been around since the university’s inception, the team has had varsity status 18 years for the men and 12 years for the women. The Dinos Invitational Wrestling Tournament outdates the Dinos’s varsity… Continue reading Wrestling season takes to the mat
Entertainment brief: FOONYAP and The Roar CD Release at Broken City, October 14
Last Friday night at Broken City, local independent music collective FOONYAP and The Roar showed Calgarians why “vampire-sex-metal-disco” may very well become their new favourite musical genre. Frontwoman Carol Yap, a University of Calgary communications student who also rounds out the string section of Calgary indie-folk staple Woodpigeon, has seen her first album, the exploratory… Continue reading Entertainment brief: FOONYAP and The Roar CD Release at Broken City, October 14
Entertainment brief: @nenshi4mayor documentary showing and Social Media 4 Culture panel discussion, September 30
Mayor Naheed Nenshi has a great self-deprecating sense of humour and a humble way of speaking, even when introducing a film about his rise to power as the mayor of Calgary. Mayor Nenshi also pointed out that the real star of this film is the Calgary Sun’s own Rick Bell, controversial page 5 columnist, but more… Continue reading Entertainment brief: @nenshi4mayor documentary showing and Social Media 4 Culture panel discussion, September 30
Letter: That Empty Space is Struggling
1) That Empty Space now has one event per month as opposed to previous weekly events, removing a popular community space. 2) There are no longer comfy couches, changing the organic, natural, community space that was previously welcoming for everyone at the events. 3) That Empty Space used to support local, Calgary music. Bigger acts… Continue reading Letter: That Empty Space is Struggling
Black history condensed to one evening
The lack of planning for events celebrating this year’s Black History Month is causing concern about vice-president events Luke Valentine among a few Students’ Union members. As of yet, there is one major event planned that will cost students $25 at the door. “Usually we try to throw as many events for free for students… Continue reading Black history condensed to one evening