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The Music Industry: Not Just for Grown-Ups Anymorenew

In an earlier era, the success of young bands like Panda and Please Quiet Ourselves would have hinged on the connections, finances, or unfulfilled desires of their parents.
East Bay Express  |  Nate Seltenrich  |  04-10-2008  |  Music

Resolution Guide: How to Improve Your Commutenew

Bicycling to work can be just as fast as driving -- and far healthier.
East Bay Express  |  Nate Seltenrich  |  01-16-2008  |  Transportation

Rock is Dead. Long Live 'Rock Band'new

Not much comes easy in today's sinking music industry, yet it's certain that video game licensing can play a huge role in breaking and revitalizing careers by fostering powerful connections with potential fans. Fun titles like Guitar Hero and Rock Band are serious business.
East Bay Express  |  Nate Seltenrich  |  12-19-2007  |  Music

James Benney, the Indian Hunternew

Benney is so inspired by the East Bay's dozens of Native American sites that he published his own guidebook about them -- so why do all the experts wish he hadn't?
East Bay Express  |  Nate Seltenrich  |  10-03-2007  |  Environment

The Lovemakers Feel Like Making Lovenew

After a frustrating Interscope stint, the Oakland pop band embraces the indie world.
East Bay Express  |  Nate Seltenrich  |  08-08-2007  |  Profiles & Interviews

Smashing Pumpkins Preach to the Choirnew

Eleven-night set in San Francisco satisfies the faithful, if not the fickle.
East Bay Express  |  Nate Seltenrich  |  07-25-2007  |  Concerts

Video Made the Radio Starnew

Oakland's Maldroid hopes to ride YouTube all the way to the top.
East Bay Express  |  Nate Seltenrich  |  02-15-2007  |  Profiles & Interviews

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