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Jesus died for our sins and rose from the dead. Why? So we could be completely forgiven and know God on a personal level. He offers us a new life. One with substance. Want to know more? Investigate the true meaning of Easter for yourself. Read the section called "John" in the Bible, and see the feature article called BEYOND BLIND FAITH at EveryStudent.com. EveryStudent.com Campus Crusade for Christ Tuesday, April 15, 2003 THE BATTALIC Taking Back Sunday Tell All your Friends Victory Records Jibe Uprising Crystal Clear “Your lipstick...his collar...don't bother angel...I know exactly what goes on...” “Cute without the *E',” the third cut from Taking Back Sunday’s “Tell All your Friends,” begins with lyrics that slice from the start. As front man and writer for the band, Adam Lazzara knows exactly how to say what he is feeling without mincing words. Taking Back Sunday’s debut album, “Tell All Your Friends” has sold more than 100,000 copies with no help from the radio and, until recently, very minimal press from major music magazines. This band has become huge in indie circles and fans of new underground music. Its catchy cho ruses will have fans singing at the top of their lungs and will throw most humans into a state of delight as TBS relives the joys and trials of rela tionships with friends, boyfriends/girlfriends and society in general. "The truth is you could slit my throat...and with my one last gasping breath Td apologize for bleeding on your shirt.” Morbid lyrics? Maybe. But Taking Back Sunday has a style that can appeal to all with its dual vocals, surprising gui tar work and some great keyboard thrown in. Each track bleeds with emotion and energy that has been captured by only a few other artists such as The Used, Coheed and Cambria. With Dashboard Confessional-like appeal, this album is amazing beginning to end. Rolling Stone has labeled Taking Back Sunday “...the biggest band you have never heard of." These guys know what they are doing and it rocks. Rarely does a rock band come along combines its music’s raw energy and a char hidden within the singer’s voice and attita Dallas’ Jibe has exactly all of that. With its independently released “Uprising,” the excii ment and passion of its music is captured on energy- laced tracks. The driving guitar riffs and solos of guin Toby Bittenbender invoke an eclectic combi tion of emotions ranging from anger toelaii Singer Joe Grab’s melodic voice is pent up so much bittersweet passion that it often da the fine line between beauty and chaos. Bass Corey Tatro and drummer Ben Jeffries lay With the e foundation as the band’s solid rhythm sectioi[mailable to s The dynamic nature of Jibe is showcas w ith such songs as the powerful, driving op: ing track “Broken” to the slower melodictraa real or preven “River” and “Rewind.” The first sinf “Yesterday’s Gone,” with its optimistic themt Hi Break THE WASHING nstructions fo o an accuracy ichievement c tow considerei If medical Research team tredicted it wc orecasts of pe spiritual revival and desire, is a perfect exani:B lx nations, in ng human illn A joint stati he genetic ma lamental platl elves from v vill be made i of the passion and attitude Jibe has put music since its formation in 1994. Producer Eric Delegard does a phenomei job of capturing Jibe’s energy, which nomuiT 1 , ,. , can only be experienced in its amazing livep formances. With this album now under itsh Jibe indeed has a bright future. —Daniel Chapman Ramsay Midwood Shoot Out at the OK Chinese Restaurant Vanguard Records -Juan R'm "It was the stories in the blues and in blue- grass. The songs painted pictures. Even if there were no words, somehow the melody could tell the story by itself. That's what music was to me: a guy and a guitar, and maybe a couple of other guys stomping and singing along.” This is the story of Ramsay Midwood. The man is about as raw, hillbilly and American as imaginable and makes a package that can be appreciated by country and folk fans alike. With his CDs laid-back blues and bluegrass sounds, his raw expression of music is deeply felt as his songs unfold in a lamenting storybook style. Midway’s soulful and rustic voice stands out as he rambles about country life. “Whatever hap pened to the good old days and a good old-fash ioned wife...one that will cook for you and maybe clean up too? Maybe that sounds kind of mean and maybe it is and maybe I will read some self-help book and get myself together, but I don’t think 1 will...” His honest lyrics and simple guitar riffs can be appreciated by Dylan, Watts and even Bright Eyes fans. This album is at times strange, but is mostly a very intriguing, unmuddled expression of life, love and philosophy. After an apartment fire, Midway now calls Austin home. His newest release “Shoot out at the OK Chinese Restaurant” is a handsome collection for a diverse music listener. The group, 'ate effort, co ;enome in 2( housands of j )NA base pai ;aps have beer “After thre< ve have befor :arries each c hrough adult! The Clash's place in rock history waso^ohert Water cially secured with its recent induction toff™ 311 Genoi Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame, but it has long JL * s wr * tten an example of what a good band should be.T:f encorn P asses The Clash The Essential Clash Sony Records British quartet remains significant today, encing bands such as Rage Against the Beastie Boys, Pearl Jam, The Offspring ar Audioslave. Although greatest hits compilations seem to live up to their hype, “The Essenti sequences of aeginmng to ui The genor hree billion within 24 chr eontrol the bt functions and change in thes Clash” is an extensive two-disc collection i songs that define The Clash. In an unfottunat to cause disea; era where songs of protest are a dying btee;; By identify songs such as “This is England,” with /fsf tioning of nationalism, still remain promts today. Along with such classics as “Londi Calling,” “Rock the Casbah” and “Should I Sc or Should I Go?,” this collection is vital to a one who feels that today’s music lacks s stance and meaning. If you want to experience an amazing that will undoubtedly move you, then pick; ^ this album. Just remember that The Clashl more to offer than a “best of’ collection. Tb: albums, such as “Combat Rock” and “10114 Calling,” are still revered as classic recoil Listen to these records and the CD and why The Clash has been referred to as “theon! band that matters” for the last 20 years. ji 5r i 8® -k vN -Daniel Chapman ★★★★★ —Juan Rh'ti ^'uTTYuTu’ Make it stop, my ears are bleeding!! ^ H< n< w re ★'uT'w’Yr'w’ Don't waste your harddrive space Download it wwwWTT Burn your friend's copy ####& Spend the dough, buy your own uy it, burn it, tell a friend flMMi Y I Skydive 10 minutes from campus Skydive Aggieland •16 years combined staff experience • Video of your jump available • Call or go to the website to make a reservation • Located at Coulter Airfield dzo@skydiveaggieland.com www.skydiveaggieland.com 778-JUMP 'A