oh and other cool stuff too. like people and… stuff like that….. and you know…. that one person who did that thing that one time, and the chick that was in that one movie. oh yeah, this is his first year in newspaper so give him some compliments on his amazingness (he told me to say that). He’s thinking about writing a story in this biographical info space just to take up time and do nothing. He listens to a lot of Metalcore like Of Mice and Men and The Devil Wears Prada and We Butter the Bread with Butter This Is Our Time Concert
Written by Brad Baker · April 9, 2012
While most of you may spend your Fridays at home, reading a book by the fireside with your stuffed buck above the mantle, I spent my Friday at an amazing concert! Though the bands that played aren’t as big as some of the bands you listen to, they no doubt have as much (or more) talent. First... (more...)
Seriously, who?
Written by Brad Baker · April 4, 2012
If I had a quarter for every time I’ve heard a teacher say, “I’m sorry for the few of you that are doing what’s right and not abusing the privileges I’ve given you, but don’t be mad at me, be mad at those who didn’t pay attention and do what’s right,” I’d have a few million... (more...)
Somewhere At The Bottom Of The River Between Vega And Altair
Written by Brad Baker · February 21, 2012
What do you get when you mix brutal, strained vocals into free-verse poetry along with hypnotic music? La Dispute. This somewhat unknown band is a perfect combination of harsh music, coffee shop-style lyrics and disconcerting honesty. Their debut album brings us a new anger, a new hurt and... (more...)
What is Music?
Written by Brad Baker · February 16, 2012
What is music? This question has been pondered for millennia. The first cavemen made schnazzy beats on rocks and hollowed out logs. One day a smarter caveman decided to grab the head of a snake with one hand and stand on the tail with one foot and pull the poor creature to the side to make... (more...)
Paramore: A Band to Watch
Written by Brad Baker · February 14, 2012
Recently there have been rumors that the popular punk-pop band Paramore has broken up. This, in fact, has not happened. Although there will be some changes in band members. The Farro brothers, Josh and Zac, have officially left the band, saying that lead singer Hayley is “nothing more than... (more...)
New Bring Me the Horizon album gets *****
Written by Brad Baker · January 27, 2012
While many metal fans chose to overlook Bring Me the Horizon after the release of their sophomore album Suicide Season, they may have reason to rediscover this seemingly mainstream band. There is a Hell Believe Me I’ve Seen it, There Is a Heaven Let’s Keep it a Secret brings back memories... (more...)
STOP SOPA!
Written by Brad Baker · January 27, 2012
If you haven’t heard by now, a new bill is being read by parliament: the SOPA. If passed, the Stop Online Piracy Act will stop your ability to use facebook, twitter, google, deviantART (for you artists out there), myspace and many, many more websites that are used by people like you and me... (more...)
Veteran’s Day
Written by Brad Baker · November 14, 2011
A good forty or fifty veterans sat in the Fine Arts Center today to enjoy a memorial to their services and listen to the WHS Wind Ensemble and Jazz Bands play. A performance by the Wind Ensemble and another by the Choir started off the memorial. After which guest speaker, Congressman Joe Barton... (more...)
Kidz Deez Daze… I swurr….
Written by Brad Baker · November 11, 2011
A baby is born every 10 seconds. Did you know that? Every 10 seconds! I bet you just counted to 10 didn’t you? It’s fine, we all do. But just think about that? And in our school there are a little under 2,000 students. Now, I know slang is to be accepted and no matter what, it’s going... (more...)
Calling All Punk Fans!
Written by Brad Baker · October 31, 2011
Check your calendars, mark your dates and clear your schedules for Friday, December 2nd, because someone important is coming to town! No! Not Santa! You’ll have 23 more days before he comes for his yearly visit. Playing at the Nokia theatre in Grand Prairie are some of the biggest names in... (more...)
Last Minute Costume Ideas?
Written by Brad Baker · October 14, 2011
Wanting to be something out of the ordinary for Halloween? Something cool? Something scary? Something downright stupid? Guys, girls, small and useless children!!! Do we have some amazing ideas for you!! Why not Cosmo and Wanda? You know? The fairy godparents of that once famous child, Timmy... (more...)