The sophomore album has often been the bane of many bands’ existence. Generally, once a band reaches a large enough audience that allows the members to tour the country like the rock stars they are, they put out an album that has nearly none of the same things that made the kids love them in the first place.

Outdoor performance gear, organic food and Ray-Ban Wayfarers are not only items that can be found in a typical San Diego State student’s apartment, they are also things Christian Lander makes fun of.

The San Diego State Aztecs had a bad week, and they needed to take it out on somebody. It just so happened the Wyoming Cowboys were the unlucky ones to be next on the schedule.

Heading north on Park Boulevard just past Inspiration Point, visitors will come to an establishment that honorably supports Balboa Park’s reputation as a landscape of art and culture.

Look no further than the recording industry to see Charles Darwin’s theory of “survival of the fittest” in full swing. Record companies duke it out for control of charts and radio stations, while artists push to remain relevant in a time of abysmal record sales and dwindling ticket distribution.

After losing its first game of the season last Wednesday to BYU, San Diego State men’s basketball head coach Steve Fisher said he was a “little bit concerned” with how his SDSU squad would respond against Wyoming on Saturday night.

Even without the Mountain West Conference leader in assists, the San Diego State women’s basketball team hung tough on the road against one of the top teams in the conference.

Staff Photographer Audrey Rynberg captured this photo at the beach, presumably getting in touch with her romantic side. Afterward, she was spotted swirling a glass of Pinot Grigio pinkie out, and listening to Frank Sinatra. Watch out, boys.

The Indiana Jones ride at Disneyland is filled with sharp turns, sudden stops, quick acceleration and enough jumps and bumps to have anyone desperately clinging to the safety bar. Riding in my car is quite similar.

The San Diego Met High School is quite the crafty institution. Located in the heart of the Mesa College campus, it houses a motley crew of misfits and overachievers. The graduating class tops out at around 50 students, many of whom are from low-income homes or are even homeless.