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Viet Ruse played their last show July 6, 2013, at Fitzgerald's Bar and Live Music Venue. These talented musicians have been a part of San Antonio's music scene for over 5 years and have two albums under their belts. Their fan base not only consists of thousands of San Antonians, but also from people all over the states. Their music has such an intoxicating drive and non-stop dance grooves that one can't help, but move to. Although they aren't playing shows anymore doesn't mean you shouldn't own their albums. Visit the link to order now --> https://www.facebook.com/Viet.Ruse/app_204974879526524

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Nick Federico- Guitar, Vocals Felipe Iruegas- Bass Guitar Daniel Martinez- Drums

Although a new band was born to San Antonio, TX., Vermont consists of local talent who have been a part of the scene for quite some time. Each member has their own influences which in turn helped create Vermont's unique sound. Their style evokes Indie, Folk and Rock riffs that will have you humming their songs before the nights over. Check them out at their next show: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=427324664048776&set=a.408856302562279.1073741829.408315699283006&type=1&theater

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3D-REX: A 3D Printed Tyrannosaurus Rex Sculpture

Move your wall hangings into storage, namisu from Madrid and Edinburgh has created something a bit different for your wall. Their Kickstarter project for 3D printed Tyrannosaurus Rex Sculptures aims to bring together the tradition of fossil collecting and displaying with new technologies. In doing so this design team has played with nature’s creations to influence some of their own. The sculptures they have designed are wire frame fossils created with Selective Laser Sintering, which the team states “feels and looks more like something between wood and stone, rather than plastic. It actually feels like a fossil!" The project comes in two designs, one for walls, and one for tables. You can check out the rest of their Kickstarter project, and their video discussion, here. 

- Lee Jones 

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Oh! WOW! If anyone wants to get me a b-day present...this would be it! This is amazing! I have to own this 3D-REX

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The Washington Post's digital guidelines on sourcing, attribution, self-publishing, taste and tone, social media, third-party content and corrections.

  In order for journalists of the Washington Post to at all times portray a professional demeanor, one must follow these specific guidelines to avoid any sort of conflicts. The list is detailed enough that one should know the difference in the do's and don'ts in reporting and having a personal means of social media. A Washington Post journalist should remember that they are Washington Post journalists first, especially when it comes to being transparent, credible, truthful and following up with where they get their source of information.

The positive aspect of having these guidelines is so that each journalist and photo-journalist remains fluid and organized in the way they offer information. Even though each journalist should have a "voice" they develop over time doesn't mean that they are bias or to be subjective; it only means that they have a way in which they tell a story that can be distinguished from others.

The negative aspect of having these guidelines is that they are quite specific and almost seem as if you aren't able to have a social life; however, it's the way in which one presents themselves socially that can change everything. It's like thinking about those people who we can't stand, who seem to share every detail of their personal life in public, out loud, without any regard for their self perception. But if we said we aren't these types of people at times, then we are in fact one of them. All in all it's not that Washington Post doesn't want one to have a life, it's just for them to choose to live it wisely.

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Posts about Tips and Advice for Local bands written by zewilson5488

As mentioned in this article, practice space for bands is quite essential especially if you are just beginning or are trying to perfect your sound. Practice is key when it comes to playing live shows because it is a time when you can work out any kinks, but also practice what you're going or promote while on stage. It can also keep one from rambling on about the same thing over and over, or thinking how much you've had to drink is always funny. 

But back to the subject, practice will lead to better musicianship and who knows when the next song might just come out from a jam session. However, all members must be on board for this to work and if they're not, then it may be time to find another. 

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Personalized License Plate

Repetition

Ritual

Sideways Glance

Things in a Jar

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Your Zodiac Sign

Anticipation

Childhood Reminder

Curl

Cutting Edge

Dots

Friendship

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Indulgence

Night/Twilight

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With a style all their own, check out El Campo and you won't regret it! 

Lyrics: I rode out to the mountains while the rain was on the porch, where you and I don’t visit anymore. I crossed the wide expanse at where the rainbows touched your shoulders, where you and I don’t whisper anymore. I’ve had every inch that I can handle, but there’s already nothing I can say. The clouds have all assembled on the Palo Fucking Duro, and I have turned and made for greener roads. You and I have long ago et more than we could swallow of dusty love and windy northern choke. I made myself a fond and lonesome oath, but there’s already nothing I can save. And where I am going, oh lord, I don’t know. I am bound for the river, if ever it flows. I have a moaning to go in my soul. From the top of the canyon to hellfire below, I will roam in my sadness till lifeless and cold, far away. I have a moaning to roam in my soul. I was born in a bramble on the side of the road to a whore and a pusher, both in love with a ghost. And there’s no way in heaven you could love me, I know. I’m the loneliest of the lone.

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Here's a song by Mrs. Howl you should definitely check out! The lyrics are in French, but are so cleverly written. 

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San Antonio rock, indie, hair, hip-hop, Latin, world, and electronic: If it's playing in San Antonio, it's music we're writing about. Local reviews, previews, and interviews with San Antonio's hottest performers.

The Howl's were such a talented band and so fun to watch! They will be missed; however, just because they've moved doesn't mean they're done with music. It's only the beginning for them especially after moving to one of the greatest cities to be known for their musical talent. The now, two-piece is only a drummer away from creating more of that grunge-hyped-up on power-punk music we love to dance and sing along to. 

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So, this past Monday July 8, 2013, The Lost Project of San Antonio, TX set out on a three-week tour of the West Coast in order to promote the three CDs they have under their belts and to gain new fans.  The trio consists of Jason Valdez on Vocals and Guitar, his brother, Nick Valdez on the drums and back-up vocals and D.J. Aleman on the bass. These three talented musicians write with such ease and have ridiculously catchy melodies that they’ll have you singing along or at least humming along in no time! The Lost Project’s Projected Tour Dates are listed below:

July 8th - El Paso, TX

July 9th - Phoenix, AZ

July 10 - San Diego, CA

July 11 - Los Angeles, CA

July 12 - Ventura, CA

July 13 - San Francisco, CA

July 14 - OFF

July 15 - Portland, OR

July 16 - Seattle, WA

July 17 - Seattle, WA

July 18 - OFF

July 19 - Las Vegas, NV

July 20 - Las Vegas, NV

July 21 - Albuquerque, NM

July 22 - OFF

July 23 - Oklahoma City, OK

July 24 - Little Rock, AR

July 25 - Jackson, MS

July 26 - New Orleans, LA

July 27 - Houston, TX

"Where It Begins" - Released March 23, 2012

"All in Time" - Released August 24, 2012

"Writings on the Wall" - Released December 1, 2012

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Newly elected vice president, Rebecca Aguilar of Dallas, motioned to have the policy changed back to what it was, which allowed for live tweeting during NAHJ board meetings. It was after student journalist, Nadia Khan was asked to stop tweeting during a meeting and then choosing to leave because she could not continue. As for other organizations such as the Asian American Journalists Association, Native American Journalists Association and National Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association, these journalists are granted permission to tweet and share information. However, previous NAHJ president Michele Salcedo felt that this wasn't a good idea because they didn't have to allow this information to be public and that "it does't necessarily encapsulate the decisions that have been made." Coordinating producer at ESPN, Hugo Balta argued that if the NAHJ had a better, more informative website that the students would basically not have anything to say against it, but rather it become a source of social media for them. 

I believe with such growth in many different forms of social media, live-tweeting should be a part of these board meetings, because the public does have a right to know. Information is delivered fast and its up to the public to follow up on the information being transmitted as well as look to other news sources for more information or different interpretations. 

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Bringing these babies back to SATX right now!! Passing through West Texas and enjoying the scenery.

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Shirts are done!! Shout out to Lee, Carlos, and Karsten for helping us with the design and production of these babies!! Come get yours at hi-tones in 2 weeks for our ep release!!

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Check out these new shirt designs!!! Bite Lip Bleed Cd release June 28th @ Hitones!

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Sam's Burger Joint in San Antonio, TX is a local staple known for its gigantic hearty burgers, but also as a live music venue whom is once again opening their doors to local Indie bands. Sam's has been known as a live music venue for over 11 years now and has updated its venue as well as sound equipment; bringing in more recognizable bands. However, what the owners of Sam's Burger Joint want everyone, especially local musicians that they haven't forgotten about them and are in need of local acts. Their goal is to try and bring more and more of an established local crowd to the venue as well as continue their growth showcasing extreme talent from all over.

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What Is Journalism’s Place in Social Media?

Social media does indeed play an important role in journalism today; however, more importantly journalism plays an even more important role in social media. The public has various means of getting its news from so many different news outlets, especially the ones that have the news first! However, as an educated public we are careful as for where our news comes from and which areas of social media are more reliable than others. We are trained to follow up and continue searching until we have a complete answer. The training we acquire is about the ethics, law, accuracy and relevance of a story, which will then help us to develop our own style as journalists, but also guide us when it comes to gathering information for our stories.

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Newspapers and Thinking the Unthinkable

With the rapid growth and demand for the Internet comes a decrease in the demand for newspapers and the printed word. However, this does not mean that there isn't a demand for news, it is just the way in which it is delivered. It is true when it is said that "Print media does much of society’s heavy journalistic lifting, from flooding the zone — covering every angle of a huge story...," but this is not what were talking about here.  There is still a demand for journalists its just that more and more people are looking to their computers, iPads, iPhones, and other smart devices for information because it is portable and is readily available. The public still wants their news to be creditable, engaging and relevant and that's not what will change. To print is expensive and there isn't enough of a demand or competition rather, to have people use pay walls and micro-payments for their information. Right now, people will get the information they want to know regardless. Maybe, further down the road it may come to that, but for now the public could just pay an annual fee for their information and not be bothered by it, even if it wasn't in print form.