The Loft- a new kind of concert experience
Julie Phillips, Staff Writer
May 20, 2011
Cozy. Comfortable. And very intimate- The Loft, located in La Jolla , is the perfect place to see your favorite band close up, without any barriers in-between. When it comes to crowds of people, big name bands and crazy energy, The Loft fails to deliver. It’s not the type of place you go to, to blow... Read more »
Lesser known Coachella bands steal the festival
Megan Foy, Editor In Chief
May 1, 2011
There’s a reason why Coachella has headliners; those artists have a following and they’re loved by many. However, all headliners have small beginnings. Coachella holds gems in those smaller scale tents, gems that could very well headline in a year or so. For each day, here are memorable... Read more »
Coffee shops located in downtown carlsbad
Andrea Abbott, Staff Writer
April 22, 2011
Across the beach in downtown Carlsbad three coffee shops provide locals with more than enough options from lattes to baked goods. Less than two blocks away from each other, coffee fanatics can find their favorites at Vinaka, It’s A Grind and Starbucks. Here’s what you’ll get at each stop: Vinaka The... Read more »
Choral department shines at Night with the Stars
Ashley Perez, Assistant Editor
March 24, 2011
Family and friends of the CHS choral members gathered at the CAC March 4 and 5 to see the annual Night with the Stars performance. This event showcased CHS Chamber Singers, Sound Express, Encore, Lancer Choir, Valley Showstoppers and various other individuals singing solo and group acts. The show started... Read more »
Best Coast and Wavves usher in summer early
Megan Foy, Editor in Chief
March 4, 2011
The newest indie couple on the block, Best Coast’s Bethany Cosentino and Wavves’ Nathan Williams, teamed up this winter and started off their tour together at SOMA Jan. 21. MTV even noticed the couple’s bands share a similar surfer indie rock feel and SPIN and MTV named the tour “Summer Is... Read more »
Finding Autumn finds immediate success
Megan Foy, Editor In Chief
February 17, 2011
A high school band usually has a typical beginning: gather a bunch of buddies together, hang out and jam, pick a name and scrounge for friends to come to their gigs. Finding Autumn is atypical of this scenario; they won Battle of the Bands within their first three months together. Band members Gavin... Read more »
“Black Swan” or whack swan
Ciara Woods, Staff Writer
January 27, 2011
New hit movie “Black Swan,” seems to be the latest talk around town, or country for that matter. This movie was recently nominated at the Critic’s Choice Awards for an impressive twelve awards. However, not everyone applauds director Darren Aronofsky’s work in the “Black Swan.” In... Read more »
The count down has begun
Megan Benner, writer
December 10, 2010
The television channel, ABC family, traditionally runs Holiday themed movies counting down to December 25th. This event is called 25 days Till Christmas. Many aren’t fortunate enough to have DVR so here is a quick summary of the movie schedule so you and your family can pile on the couch with hot... Read more »
Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows (The End Begins For A Magical Series)
Julie Phillips, Staff Writer
December 6, 2010
This November marked the beginning of the end for a series that has managed to capture the hearts of a generation. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, the first installment of a two part send off, was every bit as magical and creative as the previous six movies, but, unlike the others, Deathly Hallows... Read more »
Swift speaks now, loud and proud, on new album
Megan Benner
November 17, 2010
Taylor Swift has done it again! With all three of her CDs going platinum, she is one of the most accomplished young adult singers. Her new album, “Speak Now” features fourteen secret-revealing songs about her life story. Leave it to Swift to have the teenage heart, laced with lyrics, which... Read more »
Marching band combines mental and physical strength
Linea Stern, Staff Writer
November 2, 2010
Playing an instrument while marching in line with classmates seems simple, but anyone who participates in marching band knows it take a great deal of commitment and athletic ability. CHS’s Marching Band spends three hours every Tuesday and Thursday rehearsing for football games and tournaments. “We... Read more »
Christian bands kick it up at City Fest
Andrea Abbott, Staff Writer
September 24, 2010
Creating music does not come easy for many artists. Well, good music anyway. Attempting to tie in motivating messages about love and Christianity along with the lyrics seems even more complicated. A few artists hit home with new hits (as well as some classics) about God and positive choices at San... Read more »
“Exit Through The Gift Shop” Magnifies and Mocks
Megan Foy, Assistant Editor
May 27, 2010
Scaling buildings by night and stunning pedestrians by day, artists and audiences alike are in for the thrill of street art presented in “Exit Through The Gift Shop.” Banksy, graffiti artist with jaw-dropping tactics, directed this film not to showcase his work but to portray the rapidly changing... Read more »
Coachella 2010 In Review
Megan Foy Assistant Editor
May 13, 2010
Ask anyone what they thought of Coachella, and instantly his or her face lights up with unrestrained joy. Amazing cannot come close to describing Coachella because if it did, the experience’s euphoria would have worn off by now. DAY ONE A sea of hands accessorized with cameras fought for a shot of... Read more »
“Alice in Wonderland” thrills viewers
Linea Stern, Staff Writer
April 10, 2010
In Tim Burton‘s new film “Alice in Wonderland,” childhood viewers get the opportunity to see what happens to Alice. Burton creates a sequel to the popular novel and Disney film “Alice in Wonderland.” In this exhilarating film, Alice is a nineteen year old who has an immense... Read more »
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