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Ranger rock

By Tyler James Perry · Thursday, July 10,2008 4:20 p.m.

Hole In The Sun has an almost perfect mix of fast and slow songs; songs that interchangeably go from infectious guitar riffs to ardent melodies. They have clearly shown that they’re not afraid to go in a new direction, while still managing to retain the sound that made them one of the quintessential ’80s bands.

Alkaline Trio both evolves and degrades in Agony & Irony.

Growing up sucks

By Joe Livarchik · Thursday, July 10,2008 4:17 p.m.

The songs explore new effects and sounds, but hearing one exploding chorus after another gets a little tired as the album goes on. While the album’s stronger moments save Agony & Irony from being all for naught.

Relient K manages to expand and also stay true to its sound.

Birds, bees and everything in between

By Cory Barker · Thursday, July 10,2008 4:14 p.m.

The Bird and The Bee Sides delivers anything Relient K fans could ever ask for, especially the brand-new songs. Goofy title aside, the album sees the band continue to prove they’re one of the most consistent acts around.

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Dare to dominate

By Amanda Lowry · Thursday, July 10,2008 4:09 p.m.

What Feelin’ Up comes down to is a 23-minute thrill ride of passion and insanity – and probably the best summertime album you’ll hear the whole season.

“Guru” fails to show what true talent it encompasses.

No love for 'Guru'

By Brent Williamson · Thursday, July 10,2008 4:07 p.m.

If you are a hard-core Myers fan, then go ahead and see this movie. You may enjoy yourself for a few moments. As for everyone else, feel free to skip this steaming pile of elephant dung in protest of movies that didn’t need to be made.

It’s Will Smith’s enjoyable acting that ultimately saves “Hancock” from superhero shame.

'Big Willie Style'

By Jacob Levin · Thursday, July 10,2008 4:03 p.m.

“Hancock” never meets the promise that its beginning foretells, and while it resolves strongly, if the film was braver and was willing to be darker, it might ultimately mean something more when it is done.

Bloomington resident Steve Mascari, wearing a President George W. Bush mask, and members of MoveOn.org protest Wednesday evening at the corner of Rogers Street and Kirkwood Avenue. MoveOn.org was protesting against politicians they believe are responsible for high gas prices.

MoveOn.org protests on Kirkwood

By Nicky Purser · Thursday, July 10,2008 11:58 a.m.

Honking car horns and hearty yells bounced across the intersection of Rogers Street and Kirkwood Avenue during an hour-long rally Wednesday afternoon, next to the Circle K gas station.

Alkaline Trio both evolves and degrades in Agony & Irony.

Growing up sucks

By Joe Livarchik · Thursday, July 10,2008 11:04 a.m.

As if it needs to be mentioned to loyal followers, the guys in Alkaline Trio have been on a mission to expand their audience for quite some time.

Relient K manages to expand and also stay true to its sound.

Birds, bees and everything in between

By Cory Barker · Thursday, July 10,2008 11:02 a.m.

After being pigeonholed by the “Christian rock” title, Relient K burst onto the mainstream scene with 2004’s Mmhmm, one of the best pop/rock records of recent memory.

Bloomington’s The Coke Dares stir up passion and insanity with their new album.

Dare to dominate

By Amanda Lowry · Thursday, July 10,2008 9:33 a.m.

When your live shows are as manic and memorable as The Coke Dares’, getting the same spirit on a record is a hard task.

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No love for 'Guru'

By Brent Williamson · Thursday, July 10,2008 9:27 a.m.

It’s been happening a lot lately. Instead of waiting for a good idea to strike them, writers are just cranking out movies, putting pen to the page and hoping that what comes out is up to par.

It’s Will Smith’s enjoyable acting that ultimately saves “Hancock” from superhero shame.

‘Big Willie Style’

By Jacob Levin · Thursday, July 10,2008 9:16 a.m.

This summer may as well be called “The Summer of the Superhero.” And everyone seems to be pleased about it. For writers, superhero movies are relatively easy pieces of popcorn cinema, and viewers get a comfortingly familiar story.

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Obama to open campaign office in Bloomington

By IDS staff · Thursday, July 10,2008 12 a.m.

On Monday, Obama's presidential campaign will be opening a new office in Bloomington at the old Tortilla Flat restaurant building, 501 N. Walnut St. The opening party will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday.

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U.S. joins pilot program

Wednesday, July 9,2008 11:17 p.m.

The United States is joining with Europe and Australia in coordinating inspections of factories in China and India that produce raw materials for prescription drugs.

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Senate to vote on privacy act

Wednesday, July 9,2008 11:13 p.m.

The Senate finally is expected to pass a bill Wednesday overhauling rules on secret government eavesdropping, completing a lengthy and bitter debate that pitted privacy and civil liberties concerns against the desire to prevent terrorist attacks.

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Developing nations pledge to back global warming issues

Wednesday, July 9,2008 11:12 p.m.

A joint gathering of major developed and developing nations on Wednesday agreed that climate change was “one of the great global challenges of our time” and pledged to back a United Nations effort to conclude a new climate pact by 2009.

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