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Updated February 9, 2010 11:58 AM
Snap, Crackle, Pop
The Grammy-winning rapper will play Mezzanine on Feb. 25, the venue's general manager said. Updated 11:58 AM
Drake will no longer be "Rookie of the Year" when he performs at the Bryce Jordan Center (BJC) on April 9.
Evan Ponter's band may not have a name yet, but his sights are set high.
Updated February 9, 2010 4:58 AM
Mike Wallace is forming an "All-Star Team."
As children, people believe the realm of possibilities is limitless -- but reality sets in later, Akinwale Akinbiyi said.
Movies like "Edge of Darkness" and "From Paris with Love" have renewed interest in mystery tales -- but murder mystery novels are where it all began.
Updated February 8, 2010 4:48 PM
Snap, Crackle, Pop
State College will be the third stop of Canadian rapper Drake's "Away From Home" tour this spring, according to Billboard.com. Updated 4:48 PM
Candy cane Christmas decorations and giant lollipops might seem out of place at an Indian dance competition, but they helped one team receive a bid to a national competition Saturday night.
Rachel Friedman stood outside the State Theatre on Friday night dressed head to toe as the Wicked Witch of the West.
Indian music interspersed with songs like Michael Jackson's "Beat It" and Soulja Boy's "Crank That" filled HUB Alumni Hall on Friday night.
Updated February 5, 2010 4:02 PM
The choice was clear when Ryan Wolfson turned on the Philadelphia weather report: Penn State would have to wait. Updated 4:02 PM
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The rapper -- who proved he has the most impeccable flow since Notorious B.I.G with "Tha Carter 3" -- has given up rap for an album to take a shot at rock music.
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It's difficult to give Mel Gibson a pass in "Edge of Darkness," his first star vehicle since "Signs" and a mediocre film with an even worse lead performance.
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As the youngest Jonas brother, Nick Jonas proves age makes no difference with the sweet success of his debut solo album "Who I Am."
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Thanks to two freshmen from the University of Chicago, anyone who has ever had to read the classics can now do so painlessly.
Hip-hop artist L.V is looking forward to doing what he does best Saturday --especially for a good cause.
A different kind of dancing will benefit THON this weekend: Garba/Raas, a traditional Indian dance with a modern twist and competitive edge.
Adam Taylor, a singer-songwriter who has played to crowds young and old, said he's anxious to bring his folk-pop sound to an audience his own age.
Sikh Student Association (SSA) President Hartej Sawhney said Penn State students need to be exposed to more diversity -- and the event his organization is hosting tonight is their opportunity.
Updated February 4, 2010 2:09 PM
Humor can have medicinal qualities, but two Penn State comedy groups will brighten lives with more than just laughs this weekend. Updated 2:09 PM
Penn State, get ready to GTL.
What started as a calm gathering of 3,500 students and community members turned into a crowd of student mosh pits, crowd surfing and fist pumps.
A crescent moon sports stubble and an earring smokes a pipe in the sky. On the opposite wall, a giant squid rests dangerously close to a baby. Nearby, a mythical creature with two heads and cheese on its tail resides next to a lonely eyeball.
As Minus the Bear rocked the State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., Wednesday night, it had only one complaint -- the seats.
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Minus the Bear lead guitarist Dave Knudson performs on Wednesday night at the State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave. The show was sold out, with two opening bands. Minus the Bear played new songs from its not-yet-released album.
Updated February 3, 2010 4:58 AM
In 1968, nine people wanted to keep Americans at home and people alive -- so they went to extremes to burn Vietnam War draft files.
Matthew Carroll has more of a relationship with Puddle of Mudd than just listening to their music.
Saxophone player David Sanborn said he doesn't think he's ever been to State College.
It's been performed all over the world and is experiencing a massive revival on Broadway. And now it's coming to Penn State.
Minus the Bear will play for anyone who has a pulse.
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