SSLA CNY Potluck
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Engineering Minds - An interview with Dr. Mok
UCSI University’s Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Built Environment is one of the largest and more popular faculties among its students. Many local and international students are enrolled in these
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happenings
Song Writer’s Night 2010
Many of us have watched or attended concerts organized by our university but how many of us can truly say that we have witnessed students singing their own compositions? Well, I am very proud and honored to say that I was one of the very few lucky people to have witnessed such an impressive musical
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Leisure & Lifestyle
Nintendo Wii: A New Dimension of Gaming
Do you feel bored playing the same games? Are you looking for new and exciting games? Then, you must try Nintendo Wii, the latest version of Nintendo games.
Nintendo Wii is a revolutionary game that caters to everyone regardless of their age and it’s truly a unique experience for your family. This highly revolutionized and sophisticated
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Talk To Us
By FATHMATH EMAN NASHEED Students of SM112 (Introduction to Public Speaking) gave out their final speeches on 30th July 2009, from 2pm till 5 pm in the A block (lobby) of UCSI University. This final event tested students’ overall performance and presenting skills adopted by them in delivering their speech. Students were evaluated according to an evaluation
"Public Speaking Final Event May-Aug 2009"
Damien Rice
Folk rock may not be a genre that will capture the world’s music scene, but Damien Rice would. An Irish rock singer, Damien Rice was initially in a rock band, Juniper, but left after a misunderstanding with their then label, Polygram in 1999. In 2002, Rice released his first album, O, thanks to the help of his second cousin, David Arnold. This album was dedicated to Irish musician, Mic Christopher and won the Shortlist Music Prize.
Six songs were released from his debut album, O, with Lonely Soldier ft Christy Moorty making it big in Ireland, reaching the 4th spot in the charts. Other songs in this album are Cannonball and The Blower’s Daughter, which was featured in the film Closer.
Following the year in 2006, Rice releases his second studio album, 9. His second studio album features three singles: Rootless Tree, Dogs and 9 Crimes, which was previously heard television drama series; Grey’s Anatomy, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation and Standoff. What makes Damien Rice’s album uniquely different from other music albums are the choice of words in the lyrics to his songs that are deep, filled with connotations and relatable meanings. Limited usage of instruments in his songs gives it a raw basic feel.
Some songs sound like poetry reading at its best. Although he may not be entirely famous in Malaysia, many still know who he is and what he is about. His albums are anticipated mostly in the UK and Ireland.
At only 35 years of age, Rice has recorded almost 30 soundtracks for various movies and TV shows, almost 20 appearances in movies and talk shows and gotten involved in various non-governmental charity organizations. Even though there are only two albums under his belt, Rice is collaborating and participating in other music albums till this day.
Being a fan of Damien Rice, I was really surprised to read about him here, as he doesn’t have much exposure in Malaysia.
Great article, totally enjoyed reading it.