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November 29, 2012

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2- Teenagers should be thrilled because the world’s favorite bloodsuckers have returned for their final movie. Edward Cullen and Bella Swan return with Bella in...

Macklemore, Ryan Lewis energize 9:30 Club crowd

Macklemore, Ryan Lewis energize 9:30 Club crowd

By Matthew Reback, Staff Writer November 29, 2012

Macklemore and Ryan Lewis have continued to shock the music world. Not only are they unsigned, but they also record, mix, edit and ship all of their albums from one 500 square foot room. Since Macklemore’s...

Muse’s ‘The 2nd Law’ experiments with eclectic mix

Muse’s ‘The 2nd Law’ experiments with eclectic mix

By Sonia Shekar, Staff Writer November 7, 2012

When describing Muse’s new album, lead vocalist Matthew Bellamy tweeted that it would be "Christian gangsta rap jazz odyssey, some ambient rebellious dubstep and face melting metal flamenco cowboy psychedelia."...

The Heist breaks stereotypes of music industry

‘The Heist’ breaks stereotypes of music industry

By Kara Philips, Staff Writer November 7, 2012

 In this age of music, drugs, sex and alcohol are popular themes. Those who do not capitalize on this lifestyle are considered to be inferior. Instead of commenting on the real issues that plague humanity,...

Taylor Swift delivers another hit album in Red

Taylor Swift delivers another hit album in ‘Red’

By Stacey Stein, Editor-in-Chief November 7, 2012

 From the opening lines of the title track of "Red," Taylor Swift’s newest album, it is clear that Swift is experimenting with sounds other than the country beat that made her so famous. However, while...

Imagine Dragons stumbles but shows promise

By Jamie Lescht, Arts Editor November 7, 2012

 The upcoming band Imagine Dragons released their debut album Night Visions Sept. 4, providing an alternative indie sound that contrasts with present mainstream music. The album starts with "Radioactive,"...

The Wallflowers newest album is impressive, despite seven year hiatus

The Wallflowers’ newest album is impressive, despite seven year hiatus

By Lauren Price, Online Arts Editor October 24, 2012

It is not uncommon for a band to release album after album, all with the same general style or sound. However, this becomes an impressive feat when a band can do that after a prolonged hiatus.  The Wallflowers...

The Observer’s top 5 (Oct. 2012)

October 2, 2012

'Gangam Style'- PSY’s new song, "Gangnam Style" has caused a massive rise in the popularity of Korean pop music (K-pop). Due to the song’s catchy tune and entertaining music video, "Gangnam Style"...

A review of this summers hottest hits

A review of this summer’s hottest hits

By Lauren Price, Online Arts Editor September 24, 2012

Summer and music have always gone hand in hand. Whether it be listening to music during free time, or rocking out at a party, tunes are an important part of this season. Here is a short list of the most...

Keane disappoints with latest album Strangeland

Keane disappoints with latest album ‘Strangeland’

By Kara Phillips, Staff Writer May 25, 2012

During their long-standing career, Keane has continued to astonish their fans by creating albums filled with undying originality and expressive lyrics. From their award-winning debut album, Hopes and Fears,...

B.o.B. follows debut with strong sophomore album

B.o.B. follows debut with strong sophomore album

By Angad Kanwal, Production Editor May 25, 2012

When The Adventures of Bobby Ray hit the market two years ago, it launched the career of Atlanta-based rapper B.o.B. With his sophomore album, Strange Clouds, released May 1, B.o.B proves he deserves to...

Montgomery County rapper rises to fame

Montgomery County rapper rises to fame

By Greer Smith, Staff Writer May 25, 2012

In the past, the Montgomery County community has been relatively untouched by the hip-hop world. Of local hip-hop artists, D.C. native Wale is the only successful one, until now. Gaithersburg has birthed...

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