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Arts & Life Editor Joe Wolfe First self-release major hit for Philly band Campus Comment commentary by as it follows in the same type of Arts Life Nicholas Chinman Joe Wolfe musical progression as “Cigarette & Arts & Life Editor Song.” Following “Cigarette Song” is Based out of Philadelphia, Dan arguably the best track on the Murphy, Pat Murphy and Tom album, “What Would You See?” Murphy, better known as Penrose In “What Would You See?” even ‘Basterds’ proves to be inglourious fun have released their first recording more influences can be heard as to date, “Refract.” The group of its sound parallels that of mellower commentary by beautiful French actress Mélanie brothers have combined multiple Radiohead tracks such as “How Thomas Nobile Laurent, has assumed an alternate aspects from a variety of musical To Disappear Completely.” About genres to put together an album halfway through the track, the Staff Writer identity and now owns a small theatre in the city. She is pursued that has a consistent undertone entire tempo changes. The guitar, Everyone has a basic under- by Fredrick Zoller (Daniel Brühl), a in style but is vast in the types of drums and bass all pick up as the standing of the key points of World decorated young German officer- sound it encompasses. vocals grow in strength and stand War II — its beginning, its major turned-actor, who upon multiple “Cigarette Song” is one of these out much more prominently. Of events and its end. This informa- chances vies for her affection. tracks that exhibits this trait. It course, it could not be a Penrose tion has been hammered into our Shosanna remains uninterested, starts off in similar tone to a Pink song without a solid guitar solo that brains since grammar school. Hav- rejecting the young officer’s many Floyd-esqe song, as Dan Murphy Dan Murphy provides with about ing seen “Inglourious Basterds,” I advances. In an effort to impress eerily whispers the verses to the two minutes to go in the track. can only imagine a young Quen- her, Fredrick asks his superiors listener until he moves to a more With all of this praise being tin Tarantino daydreaming during to choose Shosanna’s theatre for Black Sabbath sound in the refrain brought towards Dan’s guitar work these history lectures, asking him- the premiere of his latest film, an as he screams the vocals into your on “Refract,” Tom’s work on the photo by Penrose Facebook page self: “What if WWII had heroes like event that would draw in all the ears. The instrumentals follow this drums should not be overlooked as Dan (guitar/vocals), Tom (drums) and Pat Murphy (bass) unleash “Refract” to a packed house. these?” and “What if WWII panned important members of the Third same progression as Pat’s bass his drums help keep pace for the out a little differently?” Reich, including Hitler, into one slowly lulls the listener to a daze rest of the instrumentals on the al- for a change in sound. With two minutes to go in the tions from psychedelic sounds to Tarantino’s latest project, “In- room. She agrees to the request, throughout the beginning verse bum. As “God’s Railroad” reaches its song, “God’s Railroad” completely heavier sounds. glourious Basterds,” is now official- seeing this as an opportunity to and each subsequent verse, until it “Winterlude” is one of those conclusion, it seems that what the alters in style. What was a mel- For a first release, having only ly a worldwide box office smash. destroy the theatre with all the leads into the chorus followed by tracks that you just love listening brothers have been building up to lower song by nature turns into this one “flaw” is something that It is also his best film since “Pulp important Nazi figures inside, thus Tom’s pounding drums and Dan’s to as it sounds like something tak- is finally about to come to fruition. something that resembles an early Dan, Pat and Tom should be aw- Fiction.” To call it a war movie ending the war. The Basterds on guitar. The transition to the guitar en off of Radiohead’s “Amnesiac.” “Dance of the Dead” seems to be Metallica song with its fast pace fully proud about. What may be would be to label the film with an the other hand learn of the event solo, about two-thirds the way into Again, the influences of Penrose this climax as it is the “magnum and angry sounding vocals. considered a flaw to one listener, undeserved restriction. Like “Pulp from a German double agent, an the song, works out, smoothly lead- can be heard very soundly on the opus” of the album, coming in at These angry sounding vocals, could be something that hooks Fiction,” “Inglourious Basterds” can- actress named Bridget von Ham- ing into instrumentals led by Tom’s album as it echoes that of classic over eight minutes in length. It, however, contribute to the only another in. “Refract” is a solid first not be confined to a single genre. photo by Rottentomatoes.com mersmark (Diane Kruger). They drums, which sound very reminis- rock fused with a modern Radio- again, follows in a similar progres- flaw of the album as they con- recording for a band putting an How can you categorize a WWII Christoph Waltz, above, gives a performance of a life time as Colonel Hans Landa in “Basterds.” plot to infiltrate the Nazi event as cent to the rock orchestra sound of head/Modest Mouse sound. sion of mellower music to short sistently interrupt the smooth, album out as a self-release. The bursts of heavier guitar, quicker calmer vocals that Dan uses to possibilities for Penrose seem to be film about Jewish-American sol- “Inglourious Basterds” cannot Jewish family, and his intuition is core of Jewish American soldiers Bridget’s guests, and hatch up their the Transiberian Orchestra. Although “God’s Railroad” is the bass and harder drums. The gui- send his listeners into a daze. Ei- endless as the pure talent of these diers who skin the heads of Nazis be watched for historical value soon proved correct as he carefully with a special mission to wreak own plan to end the war. “Cigarette Song” leads into the shortest track on the album, coming tar solo that comes in as the song ther the band needs to find a dif- three brothers is enough to cata- to western theme music and David (you’d see more historical accuracy breaks down the farmer. After havoc within the Third Reich. Led In case you hadn’t already no- three minute instrumental track, in at only two minutes and forty- nears its end sounds similar to that ferent singer, whose voice better pult them to “cult” status among Bowie? The film is uncategorical, if watching Mel Gibson in “The Pa- Landa’s men enter the home, a girl by Lt. Aldo Raine (Brad Pitt), the ticed, both words in the film’s title “Cubed.” “Cubed” seems more of four seconds, it is one of those tracks of what guitar god, David Gilmour, fits these rougher vocals or they local venues. “Refract” is easily the you will, something most diehard triot”). The film must be taken for escapes from her hiding place be- Basterds’ mission is to collect the are spelled incorrectly. Was this an extension to “Cigarette Song” that helps pull together the album as could dream up. need to work on smoother transi- first step in the right direction for Tarantino fans will understand. what it truly is, a luminous glimpse low the kitchen and flees into the scalps of 100 Nazis each, while intentional? Yes, but the reason for than a separate track all together, Dan reaches for his acoustic guitar Tarantino’s other works, such into the imagination of Quentin woods. carving swastikas into the heads of it is beyond me. Maybe the nature as “Pulp Fiction” and “Kill Bill,” Tarantino. The performance by Austrian the few Germans they leave alive. of the title has some underlying are known to bend genres, and in Set in German-occupied France, actor Waltz is well worth noting. Pitt is in top form as a ruggedly meaning within the film. Or may- Introducing the Fab Four to a new generation some cases sacrifice realism for “Inglourious Basterds” details sepa- Tarantino’s films are known for cool Army officer with a Tennessee be he stole the idea from another Download entertainment value but in an in- rate fictional storylines told in an yielding iconic characters, and Col. drawl and a thirst for vengeance. source (he’s been known to do that commentary by allows up to six people to rock out tentionally comical way (i.e. Uma episodic format. The film opens in Hans Landa is this film’s Samuel L. He is now honing veteran-like act- on occasion). Possibly, giving the Gabrielle Curcillo as The Beatles, with up to three Thurman punching her way out the French countryside with Per- Jackson. Waltz creates a Nazi of- ing skills to go along with his pow- film a correctly spelled title would singers as opposed to the usual of the of a buried coffin). “Inglourious rier LaPadite (Denis Menochet), a ficer unlike anything I have ever or erhouse movie star status, proving just be too conventional for a di- Staff Writer one. Adding to the excitement, Basterds” is no exception to Taran- dairy farmer with a reputation for will ever see. Col. Landa is a char- the nomination for “Benjamin But- rector who specializes in shatter- As a college student, I never singers can attempt to harmonize tino’s recklessly defiant and auda- harvesting quality milk. His home acter fused between Amon Goeth ton” was no fluke. The Basterds ing the status quo. thought I would have the oppor- rather than trying to hit the right week cious directorial vision. He applies is soon intruded upon by Colonel of “Schindler’s List” and a German also feature some familiar faces, “Inglourious Basterds,” like most tunity to experience a Beatles notes. to the film his love for cinema and, Hans Landa (Christoph Waltz), a officer lifted from “Springtime For which include actor/director Eli other Tarantino films, raises the concert, I was simply born into While previous Rock Band au- in the process, recreates WWII in German officer with a specialty Hitler.” Hans Landa is brutally Roth and B.J. Novak of “The Of- same question from cinema fans the wrong generation. However, diences have enjoyed booing hor- “She Sends his own unique image, which in- for finding hidden Jews, earning sadistic, contagiously charming fice.” and critics alike: Is it genius or is Wednesday, September 9, my rible performances off the stage, cludes everything we can expect him the nickname “Jew Hunter” and absurdly comical. The perfor- The girl who escaped arrest it crap? For me, the answer may luck changed, allowing me to fi- The Beatles have chosen a differ- from a Tarantino film — iconic amongst his comrades and en- mance will win Waltz an academy from Col. Hans Landa is later intro- come with a second viewing, but nally see the band that influenced ent method. Instead of negativity, Kisses” characters, superb dialogue and, of emies. Col. Landa has a hunch nod, maybe even the Oscar. duced as a young woman living as of now, I’m leaning towards the every generation since the ’60s the game displays the message course, blood. that LaPadite is, in fact, housing a Now enter the Basterds, a small in Paris. Shosanna, played by the former. perform. “Song Failed” and allows the play- -The Wrens MTV and Apple Corps (who ers to try again. holds the Beatles’ license) have The format of the game al- invented a new video game, “The lows players to choose either a As one of the more over- Film screening in DeNaples Beatles: Rock Band.” short or long game. If someone Una notte a La Festa Italiana looked bands of the late 90s/ “[T]his new game is special be- simply wants to play either a few courtesy MCT CAMPUS cause it so lovingly, meticulously, songs or certain songs, he or she early 2000s, The Wrens re- commentary by er food options available. While nice waterfall and stones with fa- Even digitally, Paul (left) and George (right) can still rock out. cannolis seemed to be the most- mous quotes that line the exterior gloriously showcases the relative- may choose “Quick Play” mode. leased “Meadowlands” in Tim Simpson ly brief career of the most impor- In order to truly experience The sides groovy images, the creators rience to the game and parents popular pastry dish, desert was of the courthouse. also used earlier performances bring the lyrics and words. 2003 to much critical ac- Staff Writer not limited to just cannolis. Other After some alone time I rejoined tant rock band of all time,” says Beatles and their progression as claim. an article in The New York Times, a band, players must pick the as stage material and video of a “The project is a fun idea which This past weekend I ventured dishes ranged from rice pudding, the group and spotted several “All Together Now: Play the Game, “Story” mode. This mode begins Shea Stadium audience as the vir- broadens the appeal of the Beatles beyond the boundaries of cam- funnel cakes, huge chocolate paintings created by artists who Mom.” with the band’s first performance tual crowd. and their music,” Paul McCartney “Meadowlands” is a cult pus into the city for Scranton’s chip cookies and countless other traveled from Cincinnati, Ohio to This video game embodies at Liverpool’s Cavern Club and However, the creation and said, who along with Ringo Starr, most highly-anticipated event of items that I seriously considered sell their work in Scranton. I was classic and a favorite among the spirit of The Beatles in an concludes with their final perfor- anticipated release of this game and the widows of George Harri- the summer — the 34th annual breaking my budget to purchase. intrigued by the black and white indie enthusiasts. atmosphere like never before. mance atop the Apple Corps roof. has provoked mixed responses. son and John Lennon, have given La Festa Italiana at Courthouse I eventually settled on a massive paintings of the ocean and an Like their music, the game spans True to Beatles fashion, all as- Younger generations cannot wait their blessings for and input into Square. The Italian Festival is a chocolate chip cookie from the artist’s abstract interpretation of across generations. Not only will pects of this game are exciting to add this game to the rest of the game, “I like people having Within this album is the tradition in Scranton that brings Kay’s Pizza stand. I also snuck in Times Square. In addition to the younger audiences love to rock and full of flare. Instead of nor- their Rock Band collections, while the opportunity to get to know ballad, “She Sends Kisses,” a together people from different another slice of their round pizza, art on display, there was jewelry out to more famous hits as “A mal stages, players and audience some older fans feel this new the music from the inside out.” generations, cultures and walks which was mediocre compared to that the girls in our group were song about an ex-girlfriend Hard Day’s Night,” but parents members are mesmerized by “col- game presents an unwanted clash “The Beatles: Rock Band” will of life. the steak-and-cheese pizza from fascinated by. Souvenirs were also that the singer is unable to will enjoy crooning along to such orful psychedelic dreamscapes,” of culture and may view the game surely provide both entertain- Before my friends and I made Colarusso’s. on sale, such as t-shirts, postcards disconnect with. lesser known classics such as as described in the Times article. as “nothing less than heresy,” as ment and distraction for the col- our way down Linden to the fes- At the festival, I took time to and pencils. “Something” or “While My Guitar “On Lucy in the Sky With Dia- described in the Times article. lege community as dorms will be tivities, I came up with a rather mingle with my friends and to Finally, as we were becoming Gently Weeps.” monds, the backdrop explodes Regardless, the band’s remain- filled with words and memories This song is bound to find unusual strategy that helped make catch up with others I have not exhausted from all the fun we “The Beatles: Rock Band” is with kaleidoscopic blossoms,” ing members believed children of The Beatles in place of quiet my night a success. I decided to seen for several years. I even spent were having, we decided to gravi- a spot in the heart of any comprised of a singer and bass- said the USA Today article, and parents will have something studying. So get ready Scranton, bring only ten dollars to ensure every last cent I had on bingo tate back toward Linden Street. music enthusiast. ist, guitarist and drummer. Unlike “‘Rock Band’ wraps ‘new piece new over which to bond as chil- The Beatles are back and they are that I would not eat my weight cards in order to earn more mon- However, before making this trek, other Rock Band games, this one of art’ around The Beatles.” Be- dren bring the talent and expe- coming to a dorm near you. in pizza and pastries. 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