by Mandy Stussman ‘14 Passion is a difficult emotion to pinpoint. The exhilaration of living and the deep swoops of aching that being alive can bring ‒ all the emotions of subsisting can be found within Band of Horses’ celestial new album “Mirage Rock,” a reviving breath of fresh air after the band’s gaudy previous album “Infinite Arms,” which seemed … Read More
by Katie Mercogliano ‘14 If you haven’t heard of the folk-inspired band Mumford & Sons, then you must have been living in a cave, pun intended. Their cannon-shot of a first album, “Sigh No More,” exploded onto the music scene with foot-stomping tunes like “The Cave” and “Little Lion Man.” The anticipated release of their sophomore album, “Babel,” raised several … Read More
by Evan Schwartz ‘13 On Wednesday, September 19, hundreds of jittery hipsters and pop culture rebels descended on Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland. Their framed glasses fogging with excitement, and their self-cut jean shorts perfectly messy, the audience waited patiently through two mediocre opening acts before she graced the arena with her presence. Enter Florence Welch and her supporting … Read More
by Taylor Fernandes ‘14 “Pitch Perfect,” released October 5, immediately earned a wealth of positive reviews. With hilarious characters and catchy songs, the movie deserves the accolades and isn’t one to be missed. Starring Oscar-nominated Anna Kendrick as Beca, the movie’s basic plot line follows her in her personal musical journey. Her father won’t let her drop out of college … Read More
by Rebecca Stussman ’12 On Friday, December 16, I had the Kennedy Center Experience. I dressed in an urbane sweater-dress with chic boots and rolled up to DC alongside affluent, cultured families with their tiny but precocious children. I strolled along the decorative halls and browsed an overpriced gift shop. I even dined before my show at the lavish Roof … Read More
From January 30 to March 23, six Sherwood students will have their artwork exhibited at an art show sponsored by Johns Hopkins University. “This year, all the pieces reflect the theme ‘the next horizon,” said art teacher Michele Spangle. All six students who had their work submitted were Spangle’s students. “They received their canvases in November and completed the paintings … Read More
by Mandy Stussman ’14 The 46th Super Bowl will take place this Sunday, February 5, and it has always been a tradition to have a musical performance during the half time show. This year, the performance will be done by Madonna, a popular diva from the 80s, with Nicki Minaj opening for her. In my opinion, Madonna is not worthy … Read More
by Evan Schwartz ’13 This past week, I was fortunate enough to get in touch with the incredible talent, Doe Paoro. Doe Paoro, whose real name is Sonia Kreitzer, has recently hit the web with her haunting melodies and ethereal vocal range. “Can’t Leave You,” the first single off of her new album, is quickly gaining views on YouTube, and … Read More
by Katie Nolan ’12 This past summer Casey Anthony was cleared of the charges against her proclaiming she had murdered her two-year old daughter, Caylee Anthony. The overwhelming amount of evidence against Anthony angered most Americans who believed she should have been prosecuted. On January 4th Anthony posted the first of her video diaries to YouTube. In the video she … Read More
by Paul Szewczyk ’12 After a disappointment with 2011’s selection of animated films (I’m talking to “Cars 2”) it was nice to end the year with the enjoyable animated film, “The Adventure of Tintin”. “Tintin” tells the story of a journalist named Tintin (voiced by Jamie Bell) and his dog Snowy as they search for clues that will lead them … Read More