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April 23, 2014 Volume 85, Issue 26 echo.snu.edu 6612 NW 42nd St. Bethany, OK 73008 (405) 491-6382 SNU students Spring break at NASA Grace Williams, Business Manager told us about the competitions and Over spring break, Angela the work they do that is funded by Rhodes, Director of Career Ser- the Alabama Space Grant.” vices, and Mary Jo Galbraith, ju- The next day, they went to nior physics major, attended the the U.S. Space and Rocket Cen- NASA workforce development ter which houses exhibits on the trip to Huntsville, Alabama for space race, rocket development, universities participating in the construction and demolition and Oklahoma NASA Space Grant military equipment of the future. Consortium (OSGC). Trip partici- Galbraith and Rhodes got to see pants included students interested an IMAX film about deep space in aeronautics, space science and exploration. technology and related fields. Galbraith said, “My favorite On day one, Rhodes and Gal- part of the day was the giant game braith toured the Marshall Space of jenga that was played by a few Flight Center and later the Univer- of us in the construction/archi- sity of Alabama to see their Space tecture exhibit. We may or may Hardware Club. not have broken the record for the Galbraith said, “We toured sev- tallest tower built with their build- eral different labs and heard from ing blocks.” scientists working on projects for The final day of the trip was the Space Launch System, materi- a morning hike to Burritt on the als manufacturing, environmental Mountain which was Huntsville’s testing and so much more. Stu- first museum. In the afternoon, dents from the club took us on a they went to Huntsville Museum tour of all of their facilities and Continued on page 3 Photo by Angela Rhodes SNU choir students travel to Eisenstadt, Austria Brett Smith, Staff Writer influenced by cultures outside of Festival, which takes place around cal Era to the Romantic Era in One thing that is often applaud- the United States. This summer, the beginning of August. music history. ed by many is Southern Nazarene many SNU music students will The choir, which is composed “There’s so much depth and University’s push for students to have the pleasure of traveling to of SNU students as well as indi- breadth of Haydn’s career, and obtain a new cultural experience Eisenstadt, Austria with Professor viduals from the University of this piece in particular is one during their studies. Different or- Jim Graves, choir director at SNU, Oklahoma, will perform Joseph of the later pieces that Haydn ganizations and volunteers are and Dr. Richard Zielinski, Head Haydn’s Schöpfungsmesse, or wrote,” says Professor Graves constantly involved in making this of the Graduate Choral Studies at Creation Mass, in St. Stephen’s Ca- when asked about the place in happen. A big player in this is the the School of Music at University thedral in Vienna, Austria. Haydn history that the Schöpfungs- music department at SNU, par- of Oklahoma. This trip is part of composed this piece in 1801, very messe holds. “There’s so much tially because music is so heavily the 39th Annual Classical Music close to the shift from the Classi- Continued on page 2 04.23.14 NEWS 2 Effects of the Earthquake in Chile Stephany Reyes, Staff Writer In Chile there are frequent earth- quakes and volcanic eruptions. A massive earthquake of a magnitude of 8.2 hit Northern Chile, causing a tsunami on April 2, 2014. Accord- ing to CNN, the earthquake and tsunami did not cause much dam- age to the city and there were not a lot of deaths. According to the authorities, there were six deaths. Officials said four of those deaths were blamed on the quake late Tuesday that triggered landslides, power outages and a tsunami suf- fered heart attacks, while the two other people were crushed. John Bellini, a Denver based geophysicist at the U.S Geological Survey mentions that Chile is very good at implementing its building code. He also told CNN, “Because of that, you would see less dam- age than in other places that have poorer building codes…. that’s probably one of the reasons there haven’t been as many casualties as there could have been from a mag- nitude earthquake of this size.” There were at least 928,000 people who were evacuated and more than Photo used under the Creative Commons License 2,500 homes sustained structural damage. in an adequate manner and follow Steven Godby, who is an expert in approaching. Several tsunami drills President Michelle Bachelet plans that have been established in disaster management at Notting- have taken place since the tsunami toured around the area and was the region, they work well. ham Trent University in England, that killed an estimated 500[-plus] thankful to the authorities for re- Since Chileans are very familiar “The government of Chile has Chileans in February 2010 and re- sponding to the situation in an with temblors, they know what to been working hard to improve the cent earthquakes in the region have excellent manner. Bachelet said it do and the nation has implement- awareness of people living along helped to keep the threat firmly in should be a great example to all of ed strict building codes and rigor- the coast to the threat from tsu- people’s minds.” In Chile’s case, them that when they work together ous evacuation plans. According to namis and on what to do if one is greater awareness has saved lives. 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telling us about how he and his de- of Art. partment had developed sensors Rhodes said, “I found the trip to assist the space shuttle with au- very enjoyable and beneficial. tomated docking to the ISS. The There was an opportunity to visit same technology has been adapted with students from other Oklaho- for many other uses, both in space ma universities that participate in and here on earth. I really look the NASA Space Grant. It was a forward to being able to make great networking my own impact opportunity.” “‘We may or may in the scientific Galbraith community.” said, “This trip not have broken After com- helped to rein- pleting the NASA force my desire the record for the workforce devel- to be a scientist. tallest tower built opment activities, Recently, I had participating stu- been questioning with their building dents are eligible my career/school blocks.’” for NASA intern- choices, but our ships. visit to Marshall encouraged me Southern Nazarene Univer- to continue on my path, knowing sity has been a member of the that there will be jobs out there OSGC since 2002 and has granted for physics graduates, jobs that more than 120 financial awards to seem exciting and actually affect SNU students totaling more than people’s lives. For instance, in one $150,000. Photo by Angela Rhodes of the labs at Marshall, a man was SNU choir students travel to Eisenstadt, Austria cont. of this piece that begs Romanti- cism, and he really composed it like a symphony, to a large degree. Performing this work really gives us a look into Haydn’s Romantic language and everything in his bag of tricks.” This piece will not only be performed in St. Stephen’s Ca- thedral but also at the Esterházy Palace in Eisenstadt. This palace was constructed in the 13th cen- tury and was later obtained by the Esterházy family in 1622. It was later converted in a baroque castle and has stood in the hands of the sic was written. Having studied And it’s Europe, so there’s that.” sical into the Romantic Era of family for over 300 years. Profes- and paid attention to the history The SNU Concert Choir and music. When true appreciation sor Graves touched on the history of this music, it will be very inter- Chorale will be performing this is given to something like this, it of this music and how it can come esting to experience it in the halls piece at Oklahoma City First can really become awe-inspiring alive when sung in its original set- that Haydn was imagining when Church of the Nazarene on April to think about. This trip is a once tings. he wrote it. Just to get a glimpse 24 at 7:30. This is truly a spectac- in a lifetime chance for these “It’s going to be incredible to of what he would have heard, I ular piece of music that was writ- students, an adventure they will sing in the places where this mu- think that’s going to be really cool. ten right at the turn from Clas- never forget. STORMSPORTS TheEcho April 23, 2014 Page 4 SNU Storm baseball senior weekend Carlos Font, Staff Writer The 2014 baseball season is coming to a close. For the Storm, it’s been a roller coaster since day one, when the team reported for their first work out in late August. The start of a new season rep- resents new goals, expectations and hopes but for some, the start of the new season might mean the start of their last col- legiate season. I’m talking about the Baseball Senior class of 2014. This year’s class was composed of seven seniors. In no particu- lar order, those seven seniors are: Damian Santamaria, Scott Stan- ley, Luis Hernandez, Chance San Miguel, Austin Samulowitz, Ryan Brosnan and Ryan MacIntosh. Damian Santamaria is a native from Temple City, California and a graduate from Arcadia High school. Scott Stanley, from San Diego, California, was a gradu- ate from Canyon Crest Academy. Luis Hernandez is from Santo Domingo, Dominican Repub- Photo provided by Scott Stanley lic and a graduate from Liceo High School. Last but not least, panied by their family members. The Storm took on the Arkan- Union. Chance San Miguel was Ryan MacIntosh was born in Then, they were received by their sas-Monticello on a Great Ameri- born in Guam and graduated Tuttle, Oklahoma and graduated coaches at home plate, where can Conference match up. While from Hilltop High School in Ch- from Tuttle High School. they hugged, shook hands and the Storm took the weekend to ula Vista, California. Austin Sam- All seven seniors were recog- received a portrait of themselves. recognize their seven seniors, the ulowitz was born in Alaska and nized before their 9 inning game Players finished their recognition Weevils had plans of ruining the received his high school diploma on Saturday, April 12th where by hugging their teammates. SGA weekend for SNU. The Weevils from Ben Eilson High. Ryan parents, friends and family were gave out free hot dogs and burg- scored 31 runs on 31 hits and Brosnan is from Santee, Califor- present. All seven seniors walked ers to all SNU supporters as a swept the Crimson Storm in the nia and graduated from Santana down the third baseline accom- part of senior weekend. 3-game series.

SNU Keep up with results and scores at snuathletics.com Athletics 04.23.14 Sports 5 Football redone: Pros vs. Joes Cass White, Staff Writer from the team’s middle lineback- for a full field a touchdown from offense while Pros vs Joes, a new SGA event er Michael Hicks touchdown. The entire team making two defenders miss. that pitted student athletes with to the quarterback Alec Fallo. The chased him down and celebrated Demo Johnson was the star for their non-teammate peers in a va- entire football team was jumping with him. the Joe’s team; he worked hard to riety of sports, took place on April around excited and hyped; they Bryan Moss was the games get open and 8th. The Southern Nazarene foot- also converted their extra point. ‘Most Valuable Player,’ ending gained plenty of YAC (Yards Af- ball players played in a friendly When the Joes received the ball the game with a total ter Catch) throughout the game competitive 7 on 7 flag football they returned the favor with a of three interceptions and two but that was not game against the local students on quick touchdown by touchdowns while also throwing enough. He accumulated over Bracken lawn last week. Under- their quarterback Ian Hardman two extra point 8 catches but was held to zero standably, the football players were on a 4th ball over or score and conversions passes. touchdowns. The score ended up the Pros while the other students they scored on a quarterback Bryan is a starting freshman being 49-6. who signed up were the Joes. sneak but they did not convert wide receiver, who transferred After the game, both teams There was a lot of hype leading their extra point conversion. from Arkansas Tech. After the were supplied with pizza and bot- up to the game; the Joes were ex- Hardman, although a Joe now, game, he said, “I told the team tled water. The players citedly talking smack plans to join the football team to just give me the ball and we from each team looked as though to the Southern Nazarene football this summer as a quarterback. will win.” they had enjoyed the game. They players about how they were going After their touchdown, there Junior college transfer wide- were joking around, laughing and to win. was no competition. The football receiver DeWayne White also having great sportsmanship. The The Pros won the coin toss; team seemed to be real showed his skill throughout Pros vs. Joes event allowed the therefore they would receive the pros compared to the students. the game. White ended the players to become closer with ball first. They started The team’s kicker, Ross, caught game with two interceptions. He their teammates while also bond- the game off with a full field bomb an interception and took it back scored on one and also scored ing with their fellow students. Have something you want to see in The Echo? Contribute to

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Email Ronna Fisher ([email protected]) with questions 04.23.14 Sports 6 America’s favorite pastime Abby Felter, Guest Writer During the prosperous years of the early 20th Century, baseball was undeniably America’s favorite pastime. As new baseball stadiums were being built, people poured into stadiums to get a glimpse of this remarkable game. Radio broadcasts and newspapers report- ing on the games made it possible for people who could not attend the games to feel just as involved. As Babe Ruth captured the heart of Americans with his extraordi- nary home run hitting skills and flamboyant personality, he became an icon of the era. However, there have been widespread remarks among almost every major sports network that baseball is slowly dy- Photo used under the Creative Commons License ing out. Many baseball enthusiasts are to youth in America. The execu- lem, but I believe baseball is not enue at $7 billion, followed by NBA faced with the daunt- tive also argued, dying out and is still a thriving at $3.8 billion and NHL at $2.9 bil- ing question of how “Baseball is “Fewer innings sport. In 2013, the MLB finished lion. In 2013, the MLB saw all-time can this be fixed? not going any- would mean that the season with the sixth best at- high records for revenues at more One of the issues is teams would re- tendance in their history. Their than $8 billion. For a “dying” sport, not with the game where.” quire less pitch- attendance total was 74,026,895, baseball is bringing in a lot of mon- but with the younger generation ing. Fewer pitchers to throw fewer averaging 30,541 fans per game. ey. in America. America’s youth ex- innings would mean fewer inju- With nearly 20% of America’s Baseball is not going anywhere. pect instant gratification, and they ries.” This would change the entire population going to a MLB base- Fans would be in an uproar if the want a faster product on the field. fabric in which baseball is played. ball game in 2013, it is clear that MLB shortened games from 9 in- An anonymous MLB executive The MLB executive’s comments baseball is not going anywhere nings to 7 innings. Americans still gave his insight on how to attract started a debate in professional anytime soon. In 2012 the NFL’s love baseball, and it will always be a younger audience saying, “They sports reports over whether base- revenue was the highest out of all a part of what it means to be an ought to change the games to ball was really dying out and if this professional sports at $9 billion. In American. seven innings.” His reasoning was is an actual problem. Some people that same year, though, the MLB that shorter games would appeal believe this is a very serious prob- brought in the second highest rev- Upcoming Campus Events SGA Events Misc. Apri 25- Junior/Senior formal @7:30pm April 24 - Chorale Society @ OKC first church of April 26 - Senior Trip the nazarene 7:30pm Sports April 26- Guitar Ensemble @ 7:30 pm

April 25- Home Softball game @ 2pm April 29- Night of Jazz @ 7:30 pm April 26- Home Softball game @ 12pm OPINIONS TheEcho April 23, 2014 Page 7 Do you really?: A satire on the question “How are you?” Summer Howard, Staff Writer Sometimes people just don’t want “How are you?” It’s the tiny others to pry into their lives, no question that I get asked numer- matter how close they are to a ous times a day at SNU, and it’s person. Sure, talking about what the only question people seem we’re going through is one of to know how to ask these days the best remedies for healing, but without squirming in their seats. who really wants to hear us com- I know it is part of the culture of plain about how awful our lives SNU to speak these three words have gotten? If you’re one of to every person you come into these people, this article is here contact with and that everyone to give you sound advice on what means it when they say it. Also, to do when a person asks you the I know that no one ever gets dreaded question, “How are you?” tired of replying with a one-word 1) Want to conform with the answer because it’s too much rest of the world? Then just an- trouble to explain how elated or swer with the classic adjectives depressed you are without tak- “Good” or “Fine.” If you say it in ing up the other person’s whole a convincing way (or even if you day. No, I think everyone agrees don’t), people won’t pry. that “How are you?” is pretty 2) To ensure no one ever asks much the greatest question ever you this question again, simply Photo used under the Creative Commons License invented, because it requires you whine for five or ten minutes to listen to two or three sentences about the most boring thing in sonal life? When a friend asks you If these three suggestions don’t at most about the other person. your life. For example, you could how you’re doing, just evade it. work for you, you can always just Okay, so some people don’t talk about how every time you go Pick your friend’s favorite topic tell a person not to ask you that agree with the previous state- home, your pet fish ignores you. to steer them clear from life ques- question in an angry manner. Yes, ment. They would rather some- This subject is highly likely to bore tions. Of course, this could cause this might lead to people thinking one ask them specific questions, the person to death, securing your them to ask you the question you have anger management prob- like, “How are things going with safety from the generic conversa- again; just avoid it until they catch lems or are certifiably insane, but so-and-so?” or “I heard you got tion-starter. on that you’d rather not talk about if it solves this terrifying conversa- sick. Are you feeling better?” 3) Hate talking about your per- that subject. tion problem, who cares? Easy ways to help defeat anxieties in college Celeste Forrest, Staff Writer ological signs, such as sweating, have lost control, and you allow shaken.” In other words, pray and As someone who struggles with tension and increased pulse.” anxiety to overcome you. Hon- dump all your worries and fears anxiety on almost a daily basis, I Anxiety doesn’t just affect the estly, anxiety is a monster that can onto the lap of Jesus. I know this understand firsthand how NOT mind, it affects the whole body, emotionally drain you, physically may sound easier said than done, fun anxiety is. According to the and it can lead to horrible panic make you feel sick and ultimately but believe me, there is power in Webster Dictionary, anxiety is ac- attacks. In college, we find our- wreck your day. However, I am prayer. Once you let go of your tually more than just a little ner- selves anxious over grades, our here to reassure you that anxiety anxiety, God will gladly take it vousness or worry, it is “painful finances, our relationships, family can be defeated; this monster has away from you. You can fight anx- or apprehensive uneasiness of issues and our health. Anxiety can its weaknesses and YOU have the iety before it gets worse by sim- mind usually over an impend- start off as a little worry, some- power to destroy it. Here are the ply praying, and pray in numbers. ing or anticipated ill.” According thing as simple as “How am I go- weapons you need to beat anxiety: Finding close friends or even staff to another dictionary definition, ing to pass this class?” However, 1. PRAYER. Psalms 55:22 tells members who will support you, anxiety is “an abnormal and over- the more you feed it with fears us to “Cast your cares unto the encourage you and pray for you whelming sense of apprehension and doubts, the worse it becomes. LORD, and he will sustain you. and fear often marked by physi- Soon enough, you feel like you He will never let the righteous be Continued on page 8 04.23.14 OPINIONS 8 SNL vs. Lipsync: Like an iPod stuck on replay? Replay? Katelyn Lamb, Content Editor letic) Relations head, Bryan Poff, SNU recently put together believes SNU is limiting its event one of their major annual events: potential by maintaining the sta- Lipsync. An entertaining combi- tus quo. “I’ve noticed a decline in nation of groups miming their attendance and participation in favorite songs with costumes, the last couple of years in SNL. I dance moves and great creativ- feel it would greatly benefit both ity, this Southern Nazarene staple events to combine them, as they has been around for years. As fun are so similar. I’m not advocat- and clever as the show usually is, ing SNU break with tradition or though, SGA faced some issues totally scrap these events, but it with finalizing the performance would be nice to come up with a this year. Despite a dedicated, brand new event that could get a enthusiastic and hard-working new group of students involved,” council as well as eager volun- said Poff. The former SGA exec. teers, Lipsync struggled to muster mentioned that when he was up the necessary number of acts, in charge of SNL and Lipsync, momentum and hype that usually he and other SGA members at- surround the show. tempted to suggest a new event. It was during my sophomore year Ideas such as a spelling bee, battle (2011-2012) that Lipsync made its of the bands, an SNU game show Photo by Abby Felter, sstudent photographer reappearance on SNU’s campus. or fashion show were some of the Originally an annual event, SGA to the very similar natures of SNL creating elaborate and impres- group’s ideas. However, Poff and wanted to try something differ- and Lipsync. sive decorations. Participating friends were met with resistance ent for a while and for several While, in my time at SNU, both in these shows, although a thrill- and unable to change the events. years prior, Lipsync was dropped SNL and Lipsync have proved to ing and wonderful thing, is a fair “It’s hard to create a new event in favor of the “Who’s the Man?” be fun and enjoyable shows, there time commitment, making their that has never been done before. event. Currently, SNU alternates is a lot of commonality between corresponding needs more diffi- In a lot of ways, it’s simply easier between these two events in the the events. Both shows incorpo- cult to meet when they fall twice to just keep doing what’s always spring, still holding SNL every fall. rate emcees who perform skits in a year. With these similarities been done,” Poff remarks. However, even though Lipsync and characters, intermingled with in mind, it may be easier to see What do you think? Are Lipsync only occurs every other year, its acts which, even in SNL, may in- why students have a hard time and SNL too similar? What kind participation and energy seems to volve playing or performing to getting excited about nearly iden- of events would you rather see continue to diminish. This less- music. The two events are also tical events. SGA put together? Leave your ened enthusiasm, I believe, is due both themed, selling shirts and Former Student (now Ath- thoughts in a comment below! Easy ways to help defeat anxieties in college cont. is one of the fastest ways to beat It is better for you to breathe and friends, call your parents, talk with dandy and still speak with a thera- anxiety. “find your happy place” rather any trusted adult who will be able pist about your day. When all else 2. REST. When anxiety be- than freak out and let anxiety to understand your situation and fails, therapy is the way to go if you comes unbearable, stop whatever ruin your day. help you through it. It is easier for need that extra help for your anxi- you are doing and rest. If you are 3. PEOPLE. Realistically, you to dwell on your worry and ety. The therapists here at SNU are in the middle of writing a 20 page trying to fight anxiety on your make your anxiety worse when extremely caring and understand- term paper, put that laptop away. own is like a single soldier try- you are on your own, that is why ing; plus, they have all the right If you are having an anxiety attack ing to fight an army of 100,000. it is so important to find the peo- tools for you to help you overcome in class, take a quick bathroom The thing is, you have to admit ple in your life that care about you anxiety! break or get a drink of water to that you cannot battle anxiety and will help you take your mind One thing to keep in mind is calm yourself (if it is really bad, by yourself. As I said in the first off your worry. that we all experience anxiety some please let your professor know point, you need to give control 4. THERAPY. Before I get into point in our lives, and it is some- after class, so he or she may be over to God. He will give you the this, let me clear something up. thing that you can take control of able to help you). The important strength you need to overcome Therapy, whether there is some- and overcome. You do not have to thing is to find something relax- your anxiety. However, it always, thing wrong or not, is meant for let anxiety overpower you and take ing to take your mind off things. always, always helps to sur- everyone. Therapy simply allows control of your life. Remember Do whatever you find restful: round yourself with encourag- you to talk and get things off you never have to fight any battle read, sing, nap or listen to music. ing people. Hang out with your your chest. You can feel fine and on your own! Arts ENTERTAINMENT TheEcho April 23, 2014 Page 9 Teapioca Lounge: bubble tea heaven Stephany Reyes, Staff Writer always a pleasure to interact with If you love bubble tea, then people from different cultures. this should definitely grab your They have a very extensive menu, attention. I moved to Oklahoma which encompasses 178 drinks, from Texas for school and it was including my favorites, Pudding really hard for me to find a good Cream Tea Tapioca, Cream Green boba café like the ones I went to Tea Tapioca, Taro and the delight- in Texas. When I Googled bubble ful Coconut Cream Tapioca. They tea cafés, Teapioca Lounge was at also offer insanely delicious des- the top of the list and I decided serts like cheesecake and a “milky to give it a try. Let me tell you flurry” like an icy milk shake. On something—it was one of the best top of all that, their service is choices I’ve ever made. amazing—they make your drink Teapioca Lounge is pretty mod- really fast. ern and trendy, decorated with When you purchase a drink at bold colors that lend energy to the Teapioca Lounge, they give you a atmosphere. They have many dif- stamp card. Every time you pur- ferent kinds of tables, very ame- chase a drink they give you a stamp, nable to any size of group, from and after you get ten stamps your couples to big parties. The envi- eleventh will be free. They also give ronment is very fresh and clean. a 15% discount when you check It is a very accommodating place in on Yelp—a little free advertis- to have drinks with friends. They ing never hurt anyone! What’s not Photo used undet the Creative Commons License have really fun board games and to like about this place when they they play very good popular music. give you: · Clean environment it. We probably go there more than They also have free Wi-Fi, which · A free drink · Delicious boba we should. I would definitely say makes it a great place to study. The · Discounts Their great customers service al- I’m addicted to this place! I recom- staff is very nice—there might be · Free Wi-Fi ways makes me come back. I intro- mend Teapioca Lounge to everyone some difficulties understanding · Large beverages duced Teapioca Lounge to a few of I meet. If you want to give it try, some of the employees but it’s · Great music my friends and they absolutely love head down to 23rd and Classen! Music Review: Eternal Summers,The Deep Beneath James Tunnell, Staff Writer of sync after the first few tracks, The Drop Beneath by Virgin- it’s a safe bet that you won’t be ia’s indie darlings, Eternal Sum- kicking yourself later for the time mers, is an interesting experience. you could have spent with an al- You’re going to know whether or bum that you ended up loving. not you like the entire album right That being said, if you are at- off the bat, simply because the 80s tracted to what you hear, there’s a The Cure meets The Pains of Be- good chance that this is going to ing Pure at Heart by way of 2014 be one of your favorite albums of aesthetic that courses through its early 2014. entirety never at any point wavers. And you wouldn’t be alone in There’s even a little bit of Pixies digging the sounds of lead-singer thrown in for good measure here and chief songwriter Nicole Yun and there (see “Never Enough”). and co. The Drop Beneath began So, if you find yourself a bit out Continued on page 10 Photo used undet the Creative Commons License 04.23.14 A & E 10

Music Review: Eternal Summers,The Deep Beneath cont. its nascent days as a project funded more acoustic centric sounds style yearning/crooning and Despite the band’s name, The by musical kickstarter site, Pledge- reminiscent of The Smiths or The Bossanova era Pixies chord pro- Drop Beneath isn’t quite what you Music, so without early support Sundays, but with just a bit more gression and wraps them around would classify as a summer album. from fans eager to hear their next shimmer. At other points, like the Yun’s lilting vocals. On the contrary, it actually fits album, it might not have become a standout opener “100,” bouncing Of course, every album has its quite nicely into its Spring release reality until some time later. bass and snarling guitars set the issues, and The Drop Beneath is window. In many ways its like the As mentioned before, one of sonic backdrop for Yun’s dreamy no exception. Some songs seem Spring itself; surprising you with its the album’s most striking features vocals (think a subdued Coc- to drag on just a bit too long, and warmth one moment and leaving is its 80s aesthetic, which is nur- teau Twins without the dizzying others just flat out don’t work, you uncomfortably chilly the next. tured by producer Doug Gillard, heights). Another standout on the but thankfully those small issues Luckily for the listener, this Spring formerly of Guided By Voices album is “Never Enough,” a track don’t detract from an overall is looking to be exceedingly pleas- and Nada Surf. At times, it recalls that takes equal parts Best Coast- outstanding album. ant. 04.23.14 A & E 11 Brett eats out: Tucker’s Onion Burgers Brett Smith, Staff Writer If there’s anything that I have learned from visiting different restaurants, it’s this: never have your mind made up as to wheth- er or not you will like something new. For me, it was hard to put this into practice when I was visiting Tucker’s Onion Burgers. Anyone who knows me pretty well will tell you that I’m not a huge fan of onions, so I was hesitant when visiting Tucker’s Onion Burgers. This was the first restaurant review that I was actu- ally apprehensive about. Howev- er, I tried to keep an open mind. It turns out, though, that my worries were unfounded. Picture, if you will, a diner from the 1950s. Checkered floor, old jukebox and classic chairs and booths. Now, take this im- age and fast-forward about sixty years, but rather than keeping the 50’s style atmosphere, allow everything to change with the Photo used under the Creative Commons License times and culture. This is will give a good mental image of menu was fairly simple. It mainly ions, I will say that Tucker’s offers that price. The burgers are big what Tucker’s is like on the in- consists of three burgers: a Single seriously good food. Like I said, by themselves, but he fries only side. It feels like what a 50’s diner Onion Burger, a Double Onion never have your mind made up come in one size. That size would would be like if it were built in Burger and a triple onion burger about something before you try it. be best called the “bucket” size. 2014. It’s a welcoming and fun known as the Mother Tucker. All I was halfway expecting this to be For $2.59 an order, the fries are environment with great music of these come with or without my first negative review, but I was bountiful. However, my one neg- as well as great food. The crowd cheese, but they are all served with entirely wrong. Both Nathan and I ative comment would be that the was smaller than I had expected, a load of grilled onions. They also plan on returning to Tucker’s On- food was a little greasy, which I but I would bet that there are offer healthier choices like salad ion Burgers before the semester is don’t mind too much because I generally a lot of customers. or a turkey burger, but I chose the out. grew up on southern-style cook- Nathan Schauer and I went Double Onion Burger because I As far as pricing goes, Tucker’s ing. So, if you’re looking for a on a Sunday evening, so that only wanted to halfway clog my is about average. For a combo good meal at an average price, might explain part of the missing arteries. Nathan took the healthy Double Burger, fries and a drink, head over to 324 NW 23rd St. I crowd. Still apprehensive, I went route with a turkey burger, which you would be looking at around trust that you will enjoy Tucker’s in not quite knowing what to ex- he said was quite good. Person- $11 or so. Not bad, consider- Onion Burgers. pect, but hoping for the best. The ally, even after my fear of the on- ing how much food you get for

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