Black History Month celebrates the unparalleled and world-renowned accomplishments by some of the most influential people in our history. To celebrate this month, SSU welcomes 1.2767430 Arts & Entertainment SSU welcomes Cassie Wahl Arts & Entertainment http://www.sonomastatestar.com/arts-entertainment/amigo-a-striking-viewpoint-of-the-lives-touched-by-the-spanish-american-war-1.2767424 Alex Hubbard

If you thought 'Avatar' was the pinnacle of a natives versus invaders storyline, the movie, 'Amigo' might have you pleasantly surprised. Despite using a troupe that has existed for all of time, 'Amigo' finds a way to bring something unique to the table...

Every year, there comes a time to recognize the greatest musical acts of our generation, such as Ke$ha and LMFAO. It's music's biggest night; it's ...

On the surface, 21-year-old David Sanchez appears to be a normal happy-go-lucky guy. At Sonoma State he's the average hard-working history major, but in the rap circles in and around the area he is know as 23, aka ]]> Mon, 6 Feb 2012 1.2767414 Arts & Entertainment Nick Ellner Arts & Entertainment http://www.sonomastatestar.com/arts-entertainment/hosting-harmonies-and-generating-possibilities-1.2757446 Cassie Wahl

Sonoma State welcomed The California Association for Music Education for the Jazz Band Festival at Sonoma State University's Green Music Center on Friday, Jan. 27. The music education students were responsible for putting together all the facets of t...

When you hear the name David Hasselhoff, what comes to mind? A hot, drunken mess, eating a cheeseburger off of a filthy kitchen floor? Thought so. Now, take a 6,000-mile journey across the ...

It is no surprise that Meryl Streep won a Golden Globe for her portrayal as the first female British Prime Minister in the film, 'The Iron Lady.']]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 1.2757421 Arts & Entertainment Streep won a Golden Globe for her portrayal as the first female British Prime Minister in the film, 'The Iron Lady.' Alex Hubbard and Cassie Wahl Arts & Entertainment http://www.sonomastatestar.com/arts-entertainment/taming-the-wild-cyber-frontier-1.2757405 Nicholas Ellner

SOPA, or Stop Online Piracy Act, is a bill introduced into The House on Oct. 26, 2011. It ignited a debate throughout the Internet about intellectual property and the overall future of the cyberspace...

If the quality of a production is directly related to the talent and dedication of its cast and crew, there are definite high hopes for the upcoming Sonoma State musical, 'Oklahoma!' which debuts Thursday, Feb. 9 at 7:30. The show, which originally d...

There's a huge gap between what constitutes art versus entertainment. They really don't even go hand-in-hand anymore. Artistry is derived from creativity and a thorough understanding surrounding the usage of a particular medium. Art has the capabilit...

Coming back to school after a leisurely vacation is probably the least exciting time of the year. But instead of barricading yourself in the dorms for the duration of this raining season, check out a few events offered throughout the next few weeks. ...

To create staying power, a band or artist has to touch on a style that has yet to have been discovered. Some music entities become popular, sans actual originality and talent, but their fame is often short-lived. It's the hype and trend that lifts them...

Imagine waking up to text from a friend along the lines of, 'You got posted on TheDirty.com. Someone is saying you slept with the entire Bengals football team,' and though you know the claims...

Sam Spady was the picture of pure teenage beauty, with a Cinderella smile and all she needed in life to succeed. Tragically, she died of alcohol poisoning on Sept., 5, 2004. While attending a college house party at Colorado State University, she drank ...

'The Sitter' is just another over-the-top comedy chalked-full of suspense and slapstick comedy. The film is typical form for comedian Jonah Hill, but in the best possible way. The unlikely events come one after another, back to back. Jonah Hill, who ...

Writing, directing and performing a musical within four months is quite a feat for any actor in the musical show business. But working with six other co-directors in a group dynamic to consolidate over 30 songs into a musical format whilst pleasing eac...

When looking through the graphic novel section of most bookstore, one will most likely find themselves drowned in mangas, or Japanese comics. However, just as comics shouldn't be automatically pu...

Rock and lsquo;n' roll has shaped the roots of American music throughout decades with its influence of badass instrumentals, lyrics and lifestyles. In their seventh studio album, 'El Camino,' The Black Keys continue to blow away the music industry with an...

The late Jaco Pastorius was not only a jazz bassist with an Indian/hippie style, but also an arrogant genius. ]]> Tue, 6 Dec 2011 1.2727524 Arts & Entertainment Jaco Pastorius was not only a jazz bassist with an Indian/hippie style, but also an arrogant genius. Feriel Kolli Arts & Entertainment http://www.sonomastatestar.com/arts-entertainment/rihanna-talks-the-same-sweet-island-talk-1.2727521 Danielle Flores

Whoa na na, what's her name? Rihanna has done it again. This world-renowned artist has released another successful album, titled 'Talk that Talk,' and...