A ‘map’ to the charts: BTS releases new album

Kaycee Johnson, Staff Writer

April 23, 2019

BTS, otherwise known as Bangtan Sonyeondan (방탄소년난), is a Korean pop boy band. Almost six years after their debut, they released their latest album, Map of the Soul: Persona on Apr 12. The much-anticipated album had over three million pre-order sales and broke records worldwide. They debuted...

Shaking up the industry: Billie Eilish releases first album (Review)

Abigail Lindsay, A&E Editor

April 11, 2019

At only age 17, singer and songwriter Billie Eilish is completely changing the music industry.  Eilish’s first studio album titled WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP WHERE DO WE GO? was just released on Mar 31 and already turning out to be a massive success.   Billboard estimated that the album will reach a...

Hitting the perfect note: CHS’s music department

Abigail Lindsay and Carter Smith

March 1, 2019

The music department of Carlisle High School devotes countless hours of hard work into preparing for their performances, yet they often go unnoticed by the student body. Carlisle High School is home to an outstanding orchestra, choir, and band with students and staff dedicating themselves to become better wit...

Weezer’s ‘Teal Album’: A true tribute to rock (Review)

Zack Mattaboni, Staff Writer

February 8, 2019

The popular alternative rock group Weezer has released a new album which they have named Weezer (The Teal Album). While the album is recognizable by the color teal, it is officially called Weezer, just like every other album by the band.   The Teal Album came from seemingly nowhere, being released randomly on Jan ...

18 songs that made 2018 (Playlist)

Parker Shabala, Staff Writer

January 2, 2019

This year had been filled with hits from Drake’s “God’s Plan”, to “Tequila” by Dan and Shay.  Practically every genre has held a major spot on the Billboard chart with the diverse music suiting everyone’s taste.  Here’s a list of the top 18 songs that made 2018. ...

Twenty One Pilots creates brilliant backstory for upcoming album ‘Trench’ (Review)

Carol Etzel, Magazine Editor-in-Chief

September 24, 2018

Twenty One Pilots is back with new music, and this time they’ve also created an entire universe. In 2017, drummer Josh Dun accepted an award for the most dedicated fan base at the Alternative Press Awards. He said, “Tyler wishes he could be here; he’s actually off severing ties with Dema.” N...

“This is America”: a brutally honest reflection of society (Review)

Skylar Bowers, Staff Writer

May 22, 2018

New Weeknd album carries raw emotion (Review)

Releigh Norrell, A&E Writer

April 18, 2018

On the six-track, My Dear Melancholy, The Weeknd continues to develop his emotional and soulful R&B. Abel Tesfaye, better known by his stage name The Weeknd, had no releases in 2017. He finally released My Dear Melancholy on March 30, 2018, which was presumed to be about his past relationship...

Band brands: how artists chose their name

Admir Durakovic, A&E Writer

March 23, 2018

A name for your band can make or break your career. This is the first impression that artists will leave on those listening. Let's take a look at some of the best.  

“Call of Duty: World at War” Soundtrack

Admir Durakovic, A&E Writer

March 13, 2018

Call of Duty: World at War was released in November of 2008. The game follows a Marine named Private Miller and a Soviet Union sniper named Dmitri Petrenko. Songs of interest on this soundtrack include "Russian Theme" and "Dog Fire." If you enjoy playing video games, this soundtrack is one to check ou...