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Leesa Allmond

Leesa is an advertising major/entrepreneurship minor, sophomore, from Oklahoma City. She works in the Life & Arts section of the Daily. In her free time, Leesa listens to new music, looks at music lyrics, and listens to more music. She also enjoys reading, buying expensive coffee, being highly caffeinated, and talking about music.

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COLUMN: Workout, test your sanity
March 31, 2011  |  1 comment
Insanity is a 60-day workout program on video that combines high-intensity cardio with muscle toning and building that very well might make you pass out. The first month of workouts is 40 to 50 minutes of warm ups, stretching and the actual workout. READ MORE
CAC to host Sooner Showcase
March 24, 2011  |  0 comments
To showcase some of the most talented and up-and-coming Oklahoman musicians, the Campus Activities Council Concert Series is hosting Sooner Soundcheck. READ MORE
New Music Tuesday: 'Underneath the Pine' by Toro Y Moi
February 22, 2011  |  0 comments
Chazwick Bundick’s second album, “Underneath the Pine,” is more mature, with more vocals and live instruments, as compared to his debut album. The songs are electric and funky.  READ MORE
COLUMN: Bonnaroo headliners odd choice for festival
February 17, 2011  |  0 comments
I’ve been to Bonnaroo the past two summers and calling it the “best four days of my year” would be an understatement. It is four days filled with over 100 bands, over 80,000 people and an eclectic jumble of music, played on over five stages and tents. After attending Bonnaroo, I have a few strong opinions about this year’s lineup. READ MORE
Bonnaroo lineup includes Eminem, Black Keys
February 15, 2011  |  1 comment
Bonnaroo, a four-day music festival in Manchester, Tenn., announced its 10th year anniversary lineup Tuesday.  READ MORE
New Music Tuesday: 'Zonoscope' by Cut Copy
February 8, 2011  |  0 comments
Cut Copy is an Australian band often considered a blend of synthpop, electric and 80s music. “Zonoscope,” the band’s third album, was released today. The band has enough sound to provide a relaxing evening while being able to establish a mood for a laser-filled dance party. READ MORE
Locally owned businesses thrive in Norman
January 31, 2011  |  0 comments
Norman has the reputation of being a close community and the businesses that have popped up downtown are major contributors. Guestroom Records and Sonder Music: Dance & Art studio are two independently owned companies that offer the gift of music to the community. READ MORE
COLUMN: Study now, play later for college success
January 28, 2011  |  1 comment
Hundreds of pages of reading material later, my second week as a second-semester sophomore is through. I am not being a drama queen.  READ MORE
Local bakery makes its mark on Campus Corner
January 25, 2011  |  0 comments
New businesses continue to pop up on Campus Corner, but Crimson and Whipped Cream sticks out among the rest. Locals Johnny Chappell, Ashleigh Barnett and Sean Harrison opened the doors of Crimson and Whipped Cream in July 2010. What makes the shop special is that it’s not just a cupcake shop; it is a full bakery and full-service espresso bar, Chappell said. READ MORE
COLUMN: Bookstores offer more than dusty bookshelves, infinite CD racks
January 21, 2011  |  0 comments
Whenever I step into music and bookstores, a magical feeling comes over me. I’m temporarily overwhelmed by all the possibilities that lie behind the CD cases and hardback covers.  READ MORE
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