Seniors, alumnus (‘15) join Matsukawa to pursue musical passions, form metal rock band Kelp
Furthering their friendship, Costa seniors Cameron Steen and Matt Hodges have found ways to play music together. […]
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Costa Seniors create music on SoundCloud
Mira Costa seniors Frankie Hillebrand, Preston Thue, Rakeeb Kahn, and Nick Alonso, along with Lucas Sims and Amrit Randeniya, compiled their skills to create “SB Gang.” The group writes and produces music that is later released on SoundCloud. […]
Costa alumnus Robert Hecker rocks out and teaches middle school at Hermosa Valley
Mira Costa Alumnus and Hermosa Valley middle school science teacher Robert Hecker rocks out in front of thousands of fans and still teaches middle school students on Monday morning. […]
Florence + The Machine surprises with instrumental variety
Florence + The Machine released their third studio album, “How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful”, on Monday, June 2. Overall the album is an outstanding collection of eleven emotion evoking songs that highlight the incredible vocal talent of Florence Welch while accompanied by a variety of instruments throughout the album. […]
Tyler the Creator strays from traditional style in “Cherry Bomb”
Tyler the Creator is able to display this legacy on “Cherry Bomb” as he juxtaposes multiple genres, works with new collaborators and composes unique and varied instrumentals. […]
Darius Rucker continues strong country track record with “Southern Style”
Darius Rucker’s latest release, “Southern Style,” is another great collection of smooth and soothing country songs that includes a combination of upbeat and slow tracks that leaves the listener wanting more. […]
Flo Rida impresses with new EP
Flo Rida’s “My House” features varied melodies, an array of impressive beats and smooth rapping to round out a seven-song EP that carries on the recent success of his last album, “Wild Ones.”
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“Death Cab for Cutie” impresses with refined style
By Emma Lautanen Staff Writer Artfully named after the Japanese practice of mending cracked ceramics with precious metals, Death Cab for Cutie’s “Kintsugi” details the aftermath of a broken heart. The band’s new album sounds […]
Madonna balances old, new styles in “Rebel Heart”
Madonna’s newest album, “Rebel Heart,” rightfully displays her capability of expressing insurgency and sensitivity. […]