A&E

HYPED: The epic collaboration of “Them Crooked Vultures” produces only average indie-rock sound.

I’ve always enjoyed the term “DIY.” Something about it makes me feel warm inside. I mean, how can you misconstrue what DIY represents? Do it yourself. Of course, why not? Nobody does it better, right?

THEATRE: UCI Drama delves into dysfunctional relationships with the dark comedy of “Escape From Happiness.”

HATE IT: Despite all the hype and fandom“Twilight: New Moon” fails to sparkle like its undead hero.

LOVE IT: The next installment of the “Twilight” saga has fans howling at the moon.

DIY MUSIC: Last Wednesday, Acrobatics Everyday brought more weird and wonderful music to UCI’s trailers.

MELODIES: UCI groups Circle of Fifths, Claire de Lune, and Vermillion Vocalists show off their talents.

BUZZ: The indie drama “Precious” has become the talk of the town and proves that it is worthy of the attention.

TOP TRACKS: The Entertainment editors count down their favorite songs of the moment.

THREEPENNY: The UCI drama department tackles Brecht’s difficult musical. Cast and crew manage to pin it down.

Vinyl records have long been considered a dinosaur in the modern music world, an ancient relic of our parents and grandparents’ memories. In this day and age where even CDs are slowly being phased out and forgotten, it would seem there would be little hope for vinyl in a culture that values portability and ease when it comes to technology.

RADICAL: Weezer steps in a catchy, poppy direction, leaving old fans nonplussed but placated.