The Scene Articles

Boston, make some NOISE

By Canyon Cody / Heights Senior Staff
Joss Stone was barely old enough to drive when she emerged as one of the most sultry and soulful voices since Aretha Franklin and Laura Lee.

Brothers back together for concerts

Black Crowes fans are treated to reunited siblings' concert

By Justin Lubkiewicz / Heights Staff
After recording and touring together for nearly 15 years, the Black Crowes played what was thought to be their last concert ever on Oct. 31, 2001 at the Orpheum Theatre in Boston.

Collector's Edition: Spend some time at home with The Office

By Moutaz Soudami
With the TV-on-DVD craze in full effect, one series that should be on each and everyone's shelf is The Office - The Complete Collection (around $45 dollars in most stores). Quite frankly, it is one of the most unique and original dramedies to come on television within the past few years.

Oberst rings in double albums with new tour

By Nick Feeley
On the eve of the release of his two new albums, Bright Eyes' Conor Oberst and friends stopped in at Harvard's Sanders Theater on Monday night to turn in a show that was equal parts cathartic, emotional, self-indulgent, and intense. Touring in support of the folksy I'm Wide Awake, It's Morning, Bright Eyes also brought along Tilly and the Wall and Coco Rosie to perform to a packed house.

Bright Eyes shines in two new discs

By Gregory White
There is something endearing about the twenty-something musings of Conor Oberst. Under the guise of Bright Eyes, Oberst has released a double album worthy of critical acclaim, but more importantly for his future in the music industry, mass response of a favorable sort.

Reid ready for the spotlight

Tara Reid discusses her past and her present as her new film opens

By Sam Reidy / Columnist
For 29-year-old Tara Reid, acting is not difficult; "That's really what I do," the young actress affirms. "It's second nature." In a recent phone interview with The Heights and other college newspapers, Reid addressed the release of her new film, Alone in the Dark, her reputation in Hollywood, and the future and beginnings of her career.

A new Rimes stays true to her country roots

3 stars

By Cristina Velocci
While most 22-year-olds are just beginning their quest to decide how to make their mark in this world, LeAnn Rimes accomplished this at the ripe age of 13 with her debut album Blu. She has continued to make her mark, nine of them to be exact, by releasing a new record almost every year since then.

Ani DiFranco connects with a bigger audience by bringing in some help

DiFranco is more authentic on new collaboration

By Jaclyn Rada / Heights Staff
4 Stars With the release of a new album every year since 1991, Ani DiFranco has managed to continuously please her fans. Each CD takes a new musical direction while somehow maintaining the folk-rocker's roots that have made her so popular. Sometimes these projects are hits for all tastes, but recently her albums have only been appreciated by those dedicated fans who've been with her for a while.

Bar Review: Tonic

By Michelle Sanders / Heights Senior Staff
Tonic attracts a mixture of young professionals and college students. The bar is filled by a young crowd turning out to have a good time on the weekends, and enjoy themselves with a little music and some standard American grub. Well-scrubbed youths pile in to cut loose, and one of the first things you'll notice about the crowd at Tonic is how happy everyone is to be there.

DRINK UP with Duncan Scott

The Carticus

By Duncan Scott
1 ½ ounces spiced rum ½ ounce Malibu rum cranberry juice lime (for garnish) I know what you're thinking. You've never heard of this drink, but it sounds Greek and fun, and you're intrigued. Although you may be unaware of this bev, I can assure you that if you try it, it will become one of your immediate favorites.

Restaurant Review: Victoria Seafood Restaurant

Tiny place offers big delights

By Michelle Sanders / Heights Senior Staff
The B line is the most dreaded of the T services: it's slow, crowded, and full of nine-to-five commuters and Boston University students. But 20 to 25 minutes and $1.25 will put any Boston College student at the doorstep of one of Boston's best kept secrets: Victoria Seafood Restaurant.

From our ears to yours

Editors' suggestions for expanding your musical horizons.

Mixtape Friday: Timbo does it for the nookie

By Canyon Cody / Heights Senior Staff
What are you gonna produce today, Timbaland? "Whatever I feel like doing! Gosh!" Super-duper beat producer Tim Mosley makes hits for anyone with $275,000 to spare, which means he's worked with everyone from Britney to Snoop. Timbaland is responsible for some of the bounciest beats in hip-hop history, including Jay-Z's "Big Pimpin," Jadakiss' "They Ain't Ready," and Cee-lo's "I'll Be Around.