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...debut album, Surreal is not bad. Somewhat of a cross between the Smashing Pumpkins and the Goo Goo Dolls, Swimmer's style is a mix of rough-edged rock and grating vocals. Named after the Burt Lancaster movie "The Swimmer," Swimmer produces lyrics that aren't especially interesting--your regular blend of hostility, angst, and stale emotion--but they do work for the group's rock and punk tendencies with a slight alternative twist. The vocals are often drowned out by the overpowering instrumental back-up, but some songs are definitely worth a listen. The title song is refreshing...

Author: By By ANGELA Y. lin, | Title: Album Review: Surreal by Swimmer | 4/30/1999 | See Source »

...debut album, Surreal is not bad. Somewhat of a cross between the Smashing Pumpkins and the Goo Goo Dolls, Swimmer's style is a mix of rough-edged rock and grating vocals. Named after the Burt Lancaster movie "The Swimmer," Swimmer produces lyrics that aren't especially interesting--your regular blend of hostility, angst, and stale emotion--but they do work for the group's rock and punk tendencies with a slight alternative twist. The vocals are often drowned out by the overpowering instrumental back-up, but some songs are definitely worth a listen. The title song is refreshing...

Author: By Angela Lin, | Title: Swimmer Surreal Maverick | 4/30/1999 | See Source »

Still, it is the rare student that claims the "jock" identity only. Don't be surprised to see a sculpture by a top swimmer, or a track star singing in an a cappella group. The newly-built Spencer Art Building is home to many a budding artist, and a cappella is hugely popular: there are presently nine different groups. One of Williams' special offerings is Independent Music Project (IMP), which allows student composers to create and perform works for the community. And just a few weeks ago, the campus learned that the popular African dance group Kusika, along with...

Author: By Christine E. Fletcher, FEATURES EDITOR OF THE WILLIAMS RECORD | Title: Beautiful Boonies | 4/26/1999 | See Source »

Still, it is the rare student that claims the "jock" identity only. Don't be surprised to see a sculpture by a top swimmer, or a track star in an a cappella group. The newly-built Spencer Art Building is the home for many a budding artist, and a cappella is hugely popular: there are presently nine different groups. One of Williams' special offerings is Independent Music Project (IMP), which allows student composers to create and perform works for the community. Theater, too, can attract a good portion of the school. And just a few weeks ago, the location...

Author: By Christine E. Fletcher, FEATURES EDITOR OF THE WILLIAMS RECORD | Title: Beautiful Boonies: Williams College | 4/26/1999 | See Source »

Martin wasn't the only Crimson swimmer in action at the NCAAs. Captain Greg Wriede also qualified for nationals. Wriede earned 13th place in the 400-meter individual medley with a time...

Author: By Richard A. Perez, | Title: Martin Repeats Fifth-Place NCAA Finish | 4/5/1999 | See Source »

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