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The best of R.E.M. packed into two CDs

By Jen Turner · Thursday, Nov. 20, 2003

On Oct. 28, Warner Bros. released "In Time: The Best of R.E.M. 1988-2003," a two-CD conglomeration of choice album tracks and a slew of B-sides and rarities, which appropriately treads the waters of R.E.M.'s greatness.

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Hip-hop masters face off

By Daniel Longino · Thursday, Nov. 20, 2003

Two of rap's biggest names moved up the release of their albums to Nov. 14 because of bootlegging Internet piracy. Jay-Z moved the release of "The Black Album" from Nov. 28 to Nov. 14. Following Jay-Z's decision, G-Unit - prot?g?s of 50 Cent - announced that it would release its debut album, "Beg For Mercy," originally slated for release on Nov.

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Weekend Hot Spots

November 20

Bands coming to D.C. include Mix Master Mike, LeTigre, and just for AU, the Ataris with Planes Mistaken for Stars

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Edwin McCain on life, music and Birchmere

By Michael Menachem | November 20

Best known for his tear-jerking rock ballads, like "I'll Be," the soulful hometown American sound of Edwin McCain came partially from exposure to Motown and punk rock during his youth. In an interview with The Eagle, McCain shared his thoughts about the Birchmere Music Hall, where he will be performing this weekend promoting his most recent album, "The Austin Sessions."

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Voices and violins make music at AU

By Loren Bonner | November 20

The AU Chorus and Symphony Orchestra will perform together at the Greenberg Theater Saturday. "This is the first performance that has incorporated such a meshing of both the orchestra and chorus," said Gene Fielden, a sophomore who has played the viola in the orchestra since his freshman year.

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Is it fate, or just a blind date?

November 20

The popularity of dating shows on television is perplexing, but perhaps understandable due to the public's voyeuristic tendencies. In an attempt to better understand the dating-show frenzy, The Eagle sent two supposedly unacquainted AU undergraduates on a blind date. Unfortunately, due to the incestuous nature of AU, the two candidates had already met. But hey, they didn't know each other THAT well, and aren't blind dates always amusing ... to hear about at least?

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'Boys of Summer' Ataris plays Tavern

By Jorge Del Pinal | November 20

Coming off a co-headlining stint on this summer's Vans Warped Tour, The Ataris will bring its energetic and emotionally-charged live show to the Tavern Saturday, backed by Planes Mistaken For Stars and Hopesfall. The Ataris' fifth and latest full-length CD, "So Long Astoria," which deals with growing up, is also the band's first major-label record.

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Cartoons aren't just for kids

By Jorge Del Pinal | November 17

Simba and Bugs Bunny just don't cut it for some people any more. Traditionally, animation has been aimed at children and their parents. A variety of animation styles has become popular recently, and the animation industry seems to be gravitating more toward adult-oriented animation based on comedy as well as action.

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2-D or not 2-D?

By Daniel Longino | November 17

Walt Disney Studios has had a huge impact on the world of feature-length animation, releasing the first full-length animated film "Snow White and the Seven Dwarves," in 1937. While Disney was a trendsetter in two-dimensionally animated film, this corporate giant has now been downsizing its traditional non-computer animation department and gearing its production towards computer-animated films exclusively.

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Music Notes

November 17

The Eagle music contributors review new CDs from bands including Catch-22, Guster, Primus, Northern State, Thursday, Isobel, and a bluegrass tribute to Blink-182

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'Dream' of laughing at love

By Holli Chmela | November 17

Under the protection of the dark shadows of the trees, mischief and love occur. And so goes William Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream," directed by Mark Lamos and produced by The Shakespeare Theatre of Washington.

The UFL and Why it's Good for the Sport

Section 202 hosts Connor Sturniolo and Gabrielle McNamee are joined by fellow Eagle staff member and phenomenal sports photographer, Josh Markowitz. Follow along as they discuss the United Football League and the benefits it provides for the world of professional football.

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