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​Animal Collective debuts latest track via App Store

Following their decision to debut their upcoming album “Painting With” at Baltimore's international airport Thanksgiving weekend, experimental indie-rock band Animal Collective continued to play with unconventional release strategies by debuting their latest single, “Lying in the Grass,” with an iOS app.


Recent University graduate gives tips for success to current students.
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“Do You” is well-intentioned but haphazard effort

This month Ajamu Kambon, an entrepreneur and class of 2014 Commerce graduate, published “Do You: Success, Wealth and Relationships — You, Yourself, and your Dreams,” an eBook containing advice on topics ranging from financial security and fulfillment in one’s career to respecting others and avoiding passing judgment.


Starring Kevin Spacey and Robin Wright, "House of Cards" dramatizes the innermost workings of high-level government.
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Dramatic, comedic: politics’ place on TV

Some of the best shows on television are political dramas and comedies. With the 2016 presidential election heating up, shows currently on the air have plenty of material to glean from ongoing real-life antics.


Local group Kendall Street Company kicked off a night of rock and roll at the Jefferson last week.
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Lord Nelson rocks Jefferson Theater

Last week, three bands rocked a favorite local venue, the Jefferson Theater. Charlottesville’s own Kendall Street Company performed a stellar opening act followed by The Southern Belles and Lord Nelson.


Bloc Party's "Hymns" doesn't meet expectations.
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“Hymns” is drab stab at indie pop

A decade ago, indie-rock and Brit-pop band “Bloc Party” ruled alternative charts worldwide with their creative and refreshing alternative dance sound, reviving indie disco with younger generations. Now, 10 years later, the band has released their much-anticipated fifth studio album, “Hymns.”


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Co-president Armelle Worrel gives a behind-the-scenes look at U.Va.’s club pickleball team, highlighting the welcoming culture, national championship success, what it’s like to lead such a large team, and partnerships and sponsorships that help the program thrive. This episode explores what makes UVA pickleball a trailblazer and a vibrant part of student life on Grounds.