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Boards of Canada are more well known for their albums such as "Music Has the Right to Children" and "Geogaddi."

An Eerie and Out-of-Place Sense of Nostalgia – Album Review

Luke Chipley, Copy Editor March 21, 2025

Boards of Canada are a well acclaimed electronic duo from Edinburgh, United Kingdom, having a unique and particularly eerie sound that gets under the skin of their listeners. Whether it be for their nostalgic...

This is a sequel album to Swans' "White Light From the Mouth of Infinity," released only a year later.

A Darker Turn – Album Review

Luke Chipley, Copy Editor March 16, 2025

"Love of Life" by Swans is their eighth studio album, following their successful mix of gothic rock and folk with "White Light From the Mouth of Infinity." It was released around a year after "White Light,"...

This is the seventh album by post rock band Swans.

Rock and Folk Radiance – An Album Review

Luke Chipley, Copy Editor February 9, 2025

Swans' immeasurably dense discography has made many incredible changes over the years. Starting out with brutal, ugly, and unforgiving noise rock, they would eventually blossom into experimental and gothic...

Recently, Imogen Heap has gained a lot of newfound popularity.

Bold and Eccentric Pop: An Album Review

Luke Chipley, Copy Editor January 20, 2025

Imogen Heap has leapt in and out of discussion ever since she started her career, as her influence within the music industry is undeniable. She has created a loving cult following over her 27 years as...

Although not the best, this year was great for movies.

2024 In Movies: A Short Roundup

Luke Chipley, Copy Editor December 15, 2024

To sum up 2024 for movies in a few words, it was pretty fantastic. There were lots of hits along with some misses, but it overall made one of the better years so far this decade. Some of the misses however...

Is Music Beneficial to Our Mental Health?

Is Music Beneficial to Our Mental Health?

Lana Ingle, Business Editor December 12, 2024

Music has been an integral part of human culture for centuries, influencing every aspect of our lives from celebrations to rituals, entertainment to relaxation. Beyond its cultural and historical significance,...

Mrs. Pezzelle helping a student with their Government assignment

The Dual Role of an Inspiring Teacher and Coach

Reese Morrow and Ciara Stinson December 4, 2024

In high school, students learn valuable lessons, including the importance of friendships, acquiring new skills, and understanding different cultures. However, who do we learn these lessons from? While...

BlueSky is potentially yet another social app competing against X.

The Possible Successor to X

Luke Chipley, Copy Editor November 25, 2024

Since 2006, X, formerly known as Twitter, has remained a well-known social media app that people use for discourse over any subject. Over recent years, however, the app has received lots of controversy...

"In Rainbows" is the seventh album in Radiohead's iconic discography.

Abstract Melancholy – An Album Review

Luke Chipley, Copy Editor November 18, 2024

After coming out of a break after their last album, "Hail to the King," Radiohead teased two new singles to promote their newest work at the time, "In Rainbows." Those singles would be "Jigsaw Falling...

Inquiring Minds

Inquiring Minds

Lana Ingle, Business Editor November 10, 2024

Song titles that ask questions, such as “Why Do Fools Fall In Love?” by Frankie Lymon and “Wouldn’t It Be Nice?” by the Beach Boys, offer a chance for deep introspection. These titles not only...

While not overwhelmingly popular, this album still is very significant.

A Time Capsule Backwards and Forwards – Album Review

Luke Chipley, Copy Editor October 25, 2024

Stereolab's fifth album, "Dots and Loops," feels almost dreamlike on first listen. It throws you a range of different atmospheric soundscapes that are deceivingly conventional, but so much more complex,...

Jesse Sossamon ('27) works hard and long on his social studies homework assignment.

Should mental health days be an excused absence

Ella Shorts, Reporter October 23, 2024

Mental health days should be counted as an excused absence for students. Mental health days will reduce stress and anxiety, decrease burnout and promote health habits. Everyone needs a break sometimes...

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