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Bon Jovi releases flavorless “2020”

Bon Jovi releases flavorless “2020”
Genuine but lacking innovation, Bon Jovi recounts a tragic year.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor October 6, 2020

Bon Jovi released “2020” on Oct. 2, the rock band’s first album since 2018’s “This House is Not For Sale.” The lyrics, at best, are simple and to the point, and the musicality has been stripped of most of the classic elements that made Bon Jovi so popular in the ‘80s.  THE SAME SOUND “2020”...

LANY brings back heartfelt stories in “mama’s boy”

LANY brings back heartfelt stories in “mama’s boy”
LANY’s third studio album presents nothing less than enchanting tunes and beautifully honest lyricism.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor October 3, 2020

Raw honesty, tranquil vibes and an immersive experience are what listeners will find in “mama’s boy.” This follow-up to “Malibu Nights” brings back LANY’s iconic songs about love and loss, but introduces themes like hometown, family and religion. Each song on the album is enough to make listeners...

Biolans enjoy movies back on the big screen

Biolans enjoy movies back on the big screen
Students share their experiences returning to movie theater screenings during a pandemic.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer October 1, 2020

In May 2020, movie theaters said their farewells to audiences, closing their doors for the entire summer, a crucial box office season for theaters globally. But as COVID-19 restrictions  continue to decrease in severity, movie theater chains, including both AMC and Regal, have begun opening back up...

Melanie Martinez releases “After School EP”

Melanie Martinez releases “After School EP”
Deep and insightful lyrics with alternative production techniques help define Martinez’s sound.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor September 29, 2020

Melanie Martinez released her “After School EP” on Sept. 25. She performed on the 2012 season of The Voice, which launched her career into alternative stardom almost immediately. It has been just under a year since the “Pity Party” artist released her last album, “K-12”, and this EP acts...

Quarantine motivates Biola’s musicians

Niki Small and Jordan Yarbrough, performing as their duo Similar Opposites.
Student and alumni music artists navigate and push through the challenges COVID-19 has placed in their way.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor September 26, 2020

For those who rely on group collaboration and public displays of their work to fuel their creativity, quarantine was either the best or worst thing to happen. With live performances and many other aspects of the music industry on pause, student and alumni music artists have been forced to think outside...

“Enola Holmes” provides a fresh, feminist Holmes-esque mystery

“Enola Holmes” provides a fresh, feminist Holmes-esque mystery
With action and wit, Millie Bobby Brown shines as the sister of the famous literary icon, Sherlock Holmes.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer September 24, 2020

“Enola Holmes” is the perfect film to begin the Halloween season. This young adult Holmes story focuses on the quirky, irreverent Enola who seems to be capable of everything except fitting in among the rest of the women in 19th century British society. Raised by only her mother, played by Helena...

Alicia Keys does it again

Alicia Keys does it again
New album release “ALICIA” is moving, original and fresh.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor September 22, 2020

Alicia Keys’ new album dropped on Friday and the 15-track work is genius, which was to be expected. Her career has featured R&B bops such as “No One,” “If I Ain’t Got You” and “Girl on Fire.” This album features tracks that speak into racial injustice, personal strength and a shifting...

Students respond to the “Mulan” boycotts

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The live-action edition of a Disney classic has brought nothing but controversy and questions.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor September 17, 2020

Boycotts, politics and culture have been buzzwords surrounding the live-action remake of “Mulan” for over a year. Released on Sept. 4, “Mulan” has received a lot of attention, and the majority of it has not been positive. The issues surrounding the film have sparked questions for students and...

“The Broken Hearts Gallery” takes a fresh, fun look at romance and adulthood

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The Selena Gomez-produced film speaks to the complications of love and the beauty of art.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer September 15, 2020

One of the first movies to return to theaters since quarantine, “The Broken Hearts Gallery” is a sweet, often hilarious glimpse into the lives of young adults as they try to manage work, friendships and the inevitability of heartbreak. Focusing on the life and career of Lucy Gulliver, played by Geraldine...

The best 2020 quarantine releases for your fall playlist

This year proves that isolation is a breeding ground for creativity. Here is how to take something good from it.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor September 12, 2020

“Dark Lane Demo Tapes” by Drake  It is no surprise that Drake’s latest release is gritty and melodic, leaving audiences with a satisfying auditory experience. Particularly delightful is the “Chicago Freestyle (feat. Giveon).” The album also features TikTok hit “Toosie Slide.”  “THE...

Summer 2020’s must-see quarantine movies

Graphic by Lauren McBride
Find some of the summer’s best films on your favorite streaming platforms.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer September 10, 2020

The summer of 2020 has not been a fantastic one for the film industry. Due to the coronavirus, theaters have been shut down globally, making weekend outings to the theater an impossibility. But for avid movie-goers, the following films can be found at either your local drive-in or on your favorite streaming...

“Zeros” is an instrumental and lyrical masterpiece

“Zeros” is an instrumental and lyrical masterpiece
Declan McKenna makes a phenomenal return with his sophomore album.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor September 8, 2020

In his latest creation, “Zeros,” young singer and musician Declan McKenna covers topics of societal issues, the effects of technology on the mind and how change influences people. An evidently very personal piece, this follow-up to McKenna’s 2017 album “What Do You Think About the Car?” is...