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The Chimes

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The Chimes

Fitz focuses on high energy, low depth

Fitz focuses on high energy, low depth
“Head Up High” remains consistent with the fun, carefree history of the band.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer March 30, 2021

Fitz and the Tantrums are well-known for their energized, dance anthems that are nearly impossible not to play on repeat. Full of joy and carefree songs about love, friendship and partying, lead singer Fitz released his solo debut album “Head Up High” on March 26, bringing back some well needed levity...

A Day to Remember merges catchy lyrics with deafening rock anthems

A Day to Remember merges catchy lyrics with deafening rock anthems
Memorable and insufferable, “You’re Welcome” is a mixed bag.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer March 9, 2021

A Day to Remember released “You’re Welcome” on March 5, an album full of interesting lyrics and dance-worthy beats. Almost violent in nature, many of the songs on “You’re Welcome” warrant headphones and a fully stocked supply of Advil on hand. Much of the album is drowned out by the screamo-esque...

“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...

Watch a movie that will bring out the kid in you

Watch a movie that will bring out the kid in you
“The Greatest Showman” embodies child-like faith of Matthew 18:2-4.
Ashley Brimmage, Opinions Editor January 23, 2018

Over the holidays, I went to see “The Greatest Showman” with family, and like most of America, I was swept up in wonder. The film portrays a childlike wonder and hope for a world full of joy and creativity—a way of living life differently and seeing beauty and possibility in everything. The song,...

Musical genres reflect the personalities of us mere mortals

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Students undergo some introspection as they seek to ponder their favorite musical genres.
Vic Silva, Writer October 18, 2017
Students undergo some introspection as they seek to ponder their favorite musical genres.