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Pretty Girls Make Graves' sophomore album surprises

By Costa Caloudas · Thursday, Sept. 11, 2003

Seattle's Pretty Girls Make Graves have been victims of lazy journalism since their inception. Countless articles claim the band was named after the song penned by Morrissey-Marr, when in fact Morrissey adopted the phrase from beat author and cult hero Jack Kerouac.

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Cage lights up 'Matchstick Men'

By Daniel Longino · Thursday, Sept. 11, 2003

"Matchstick Men" is a movie about the art of the con. Whether it's the characters on screen duping each other or the filmmakers pulling a fast one on the audience, it is all about the sly-acting con artist. Either that, or "Matchstick Men" creators can't what it should be.

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MXPX flirts with mainstream in its latest release

September 11

Armed with nearly 12 years of pop-punk expertise, MXPX played AU's Bender Arena on Sept. 7 with Dashboard Confessional. The Eagle spoke with Tom Wisniewski, MXPX's bassist regarding the band's upcoming release, "Before Everything and After" on A&M. The third release of MXPX, the band that put Bremerton, Wash.

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What's in a name?

By Jeremy Zook | September 11

While students commonly refer to the names of buildings on campus in their conversations, most are unaware of the history and significance of these names. Like other universities, many of AU's buildings are named after former chancellors, presidents and trustees.

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What pick-up line would you use?

September 8

Amy Papsun, sophomore, SIS "I wish I were a derivative so I could be tangent to all of your curves." Alex Howard, sophomore, SIS "Did you get a parking ticket? Because you have fine written all over you." Jon Comick, freshman, SIS "Are your pants a mirror? Because I can see myself in them.

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Queens rule and Chili Peppers spice it up

September 8

Two of the most esteemed and exciting bands around performed at Nissan Pavilion on Saturday, Sept. 9, when the Queens of the Stone Age (QOTSA or Queens) and Red Hot Chili Peppers shared an unstoppable rock bill. Celebrating the success of its critically acclaimed and commercially successful "Songs For The Deaf," Queens brought its brand of Led Zepplin and Black Sabbath influenced hard rock tunes to a near capacity crowd, with the force of a freight train.

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Anne Frank remembered

By Loren Bonner | September 8

Anne Frank's diary is one of the most widely read works of non-fiction in the world, which many recognize as a great work. The Holocaust Museum now features a rare exhibition of Anne Frank's uncovered writing as part of its tenth anniversary celebration. "Anne Frank the Writer: An Unfinished Story," illustrates the legacy of a young girl who understands the essence of what it means to be a human being.

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Music Notes

September 8

Music reviews from The Eagle music desk, including Sick Of It All, Polyphonic Spree, Eve 6, and Smash Mouth.

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Q and Not U rocks Black Cat

September 8

Friday's sold out Q and Not U show at the Black Cat served as a kick off to the band's upcoming three month, 40-plus date tour. The night belonged to Q and Not U. The band played favorites from "Hot and Informed," "No Kill, No Beep Beep" and "Different Damage.

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Dance conveys religion

By Robert Bettmann | September 8

Samantha Van Saun completed her requirements for a master's degree in dance with a self-choreographed concert on Saturday Sept. 6 and Sunday Sept. 7. Van Saun presented a concert entitled "Road to Salvation," staged at Friendship Heights' Jack Guidone Theater.

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Focus in on Fall films

By Corey Parker | September 8

New Line Cinema and Fine Line Features revealed its fall and winter lineup of new films on Friday, Sept. 5, the most exciting of which is "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King." Ten minutes of film footage and commentary created a teasing taste of what's to come in Peter Jackson's final installment of the fantasy classic.

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Expect turbulent landing

By Dan Zak | September 8

Abroad columnist Dan Zak reports on his experiences arriving in Prague, where he will be continuing to write to the Eagle weekly.

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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