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Ways to Support Local Artists

Ways to Support Local Artists

Gray Barranco, Staff Writer
March 20, 2024
Read about some simple ways you can show your support to local artists.
Wishy makes an attempt at creating a name for themselves as new artists in the industry.Grade: B-Photo Credit: Wishy

‘Paradise’ is Just Another Indie Rock EP

Gray Barranco, Staff Writer
February 21, 2024
Wishy’s latest alternative and indie rock release sounds just like the rest of the genre.
Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: December 2023

Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: December 2023

Gray Barranco, Staff Writer
December 8, 2023
Try out some new artists this month.
With four seconds left in his 40-second speech, senior Josh Burgos makes his final statements to confirm his place inside of Communications teacher Henry Evans’ Popeyes apocalypse bunker. Before presenting their speeches, students had challenged each other to earn extra points. “Honestly, I was pretty confident going into it because in order to get our extra ums and uhs, we had to do an arm wrestling challenge and you already know I [beat] everyone in that challenge,” Burgos said. “It helps us build our speech skills without using any filler words. I need to get more consistent with it and nail it down and keep that same level of performance that I’ve gotten myself to.”

An Hour In … Com 101

Gray Barranco and Arcade Encarnacion
December 5, 2023
As a challenge, COM 101 students are asked to give a short speech without using any filler words.
SIX ARTISTS YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO: NOVEMBER 2023

SIX ARTISTS YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO: NOVEMBER 2023

Gray Barranco, Staff Writer
November 15, 2023
Listen to some new artists this month.
Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: October 2023

Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: October 2023

Gray Barranco, Staff Writer
October 12, 2023
Get into the October vibes with these fresh artists.
Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: September 2023

Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: September 2023

Gray Barranco, Staff Writer
September 7, 2023
Check out these small artists this September.
‘The Year Between’ follows the story of a college student recently diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
Rating: CPhoto Credit: Full Spectrum Features

‘The Year Between’ Sends an Unclear Message

Gray Barranco, Staff Writer
April 26, 2023
“The Year Between” gives a confusing representation of mental illness.
Cat Clyde represents heartfelt human experiences in her most recent album.Rating: B-Photo Credit: Cat Clyde Music

‘Down Rounder’ is a typical love themed album

Gray Barranco, Staff Writer
April 24, 2023
Attempting to explain the marvels of life, Cat Clyde falls short in her exploration of unique themes.
Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: April 2023

Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: April 2023

Gray Barranco, Staff Writer
April 19, 2023
Find new artists to listen to this month.
Working with passion and interest on his first project, DiPaulo-Gross has found his future career. “Do what youre passionate about and make what you do for fun a job,” DiPaulo-Gross said. “So you dont have to do something that you dont like as your job.” Photo Credit: David DiPaulo-Gross

Successful Roblox Game Developer: Meet David DiPaulo-Gross

Gray Barranco, Staff Writer
March 2, 2023
Senior David DiPaulo-Gross discovers passion within creating games.
Infographic: How To Use ChatGPT As A Tool For School

Infographic: How To Use ChatGPT As A Tool For School

Gray Barranco, Staff Writer
January 31, 2023
With the introduction of the new technology, ChatGPT can be used as a helpful instrument within education.

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