Regional Solo and Ensemble
April 19, 2012 • Hillary Hurtado, Staff Writers
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Feature, Featured A&E, Music
It has been another eventful time for our music department who sent students to the annual regional music festival this past Saturday, April 14th. The students came to perform their two selected music choices, to be rated and compete to see who will be headed for State Solo and Ensemble contest. This... Read more »
Kid Cudi releases new album
March 27, 2012 • Megan Steward, Staff Writer
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
by Megan Steward Sugar Beet Scott Mescudi and Oladipo Omishore, better known as Kid Cudi and Dot Da Genius, co-produced their new self-titled debut studio album, WZRD. The album was released on February 28, 2012. WZRD contains eleven songs including “Teleport to Me, Jamie” featuring Desire. ... Read more »
Nicki Minaj enrages Christian community
February 20, 2012 • Jeff Bogner, Staff Writer
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music, Opinion
Sunday night marked the “biggest night in music” as the 54th Annual Grammy Awards took place at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. There were many performances, including Bruno Mars, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, and Adele. While these standout performances were astounding and left fans in... Read more »
Country stars hits Kansas
February 8, 2012 • Allison Doll, Staff Writer
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
Country singer Brad Paisley, the first person to ever perform in the Intrust Bank Arena, returned on Friday, January 20 for the first time since the arena’s opening show for his Virtual Reality Tour. “Hello Wichita, Kansas, I am so glad to see that I didn’t damage or burn down this place (the arena)... Read more »
Drake’s new album rises to the top
November 22, 2011 • Kayla Doll, staff writer
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
It was a big day in the music world on Tuesday, November 14 as Drake released his second album “Take Care”. The album features 20 different songs with a number of other featured artists included on the track as well including Rihanna (“Take Care”), Birdman (“We’ll Be Fine”), Nicki Minaj... Read more »
Country music stars take home gold
November 22, 2011 • Chelsea Jackson, staff writer
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
For country artists, the CMA’s are the highly anticipated awards ceremony of the year. Every year, awards are given for Entertainer of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, New Artist of the Year, Vocal Group of the Year, Vocal Duo of the Year, Single of the Year, Song of... Read more »
Two Thumbs Up For “Tailgates & Tanlines”
November 10, 2011 • Rachel McMillan, Staff Writer
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
Lately, music has had a lot of technology enhancement and at times, lacks a real point to a song. But one artist who has kept it real and original during this time is country music singer Luke Bryan. Luke Bryan’s third studio album “Tailgates & Tanlines” hit the shelves on August 9, 2011. Luke... Read more »
VMA Recap
August 30, 2011 • Libby Sanders, Opinion Editor
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
The VMA’s began with Lady Gaga dressed as her male alter-ego Jo Calderone. This basically set the standard for the rest of the evening. The artist performed a few of her newer songs, including “You and I” before the first presenter came onstage. With no host for the first time, the show was run... Read more »
“Family Jewels” a real gem
April 27, 2011 • Libby Sanders, Staff Writer
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
Many may not have heard of Marina and the Diamonds. That may change soon, as the artist is singing as a part of Katy Perry’s current tour. For those who cannot make the concert, Marina and the Diamonds’ first album, “The Family Jewels”, will more than satisfy. Marina and the Diamonds is not the... Read more »
Hitting that high note
April 27, 2011
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
As the spring trees, warm weather, and colorful flowers bloom their way through Garden City, students at Garden City High School also begin preparation for the new season. The GCHS Bands sprung their way into the lighter season with a concert this past Tuesday, April 5. The concert took off at 7 p.m.... Read more »
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