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Homestead High School's student newspaper

The Epitaph

Homestead High School's student newspaper

The Epitaph

Homestead High School's student newspaper

The Epitaph

While they tend to lean into their harsh, loud sound, Dea Matrona is not afraid to showcase their soft and quirky side.

Dea Matrona, I’m ‘Stuck on You’

By Maya Dutt June 1, 2025

I always love a good rock song I can bang my head to. While I love screaming to ragers from groups like System of the Down, I still enjoy singing along to calmer bands like The Strokes. But sometimes,...

Although failing to live up to the highs of “A Great Chaos,” “More Chaos” delivers an action-packed, exciting listen that is fairly enjoyable.

‘More Chaos’ with less innovation

By Sachin Chandran May 26, 2025

Atlanta rapper Ken Carson’s breakout album, “A Great Chaos,” delivered a mosh pit energy through its loud, brash sound, and has quickly become one of my favorite rage-trap albums. This project propelled...

JENNIE’s album deviates from the persona she showed listeners in BLACKPINK. (Photo from AP News)

JENNIE’s album shines like a ‘Ruby’

By Mackie Vu April 1, 2025

The fierce look and confidence of BLACKPINK, a four-member K-pop girl group, opened my eyes to K-pop when I was in sixth grade. Now, during my senior year, JENNIE marked the official start of BLACKPINK’s...

“Hurry Up Tomorrow” is a climactic finish to one of the greatest careers in music history. (Photo from Spotify)

‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ is everything pop music should be

By Sachin Chandran March 21, 2025

Every story must have a conclusion, and The Weeknd has concluded his musical story in a nearly perfect way. The Weeknd’s sixth and final studio album, “Hurry Up Tomorrow,” serves as the end to the...

Gilberto’s lyrics can be playful, poking fun at everyday things. (Photo Illustration by Maya Dutt)

Bebel Gilberto blesses Brazilian bossa nova with stunning vocals

By Maya Dutt March 9, 2025

The guitar and drums with brushes are reverent, setting a delicate atmosphere. Shakers hiss in and out. Then, a slightly husky but clear voice breaks through the backtrack, singing about joy in Portuguese....

Mac Miller’s posthumous album contains unique songs but questionable musicality. (Photo from Spotify)

“Balloonerism” no longer floats in the dark

By Isabela Guilardi February 12, 2025

Legendary artist Mac Miller’s latest posthumous album “Balloonerism” was released on Jan. 17 after its songs showed up in Miller’s collection of “lost albums,” albums that were not released...

SZA captivates listeners with her ability to tie her vocals to song melodies. (Photo from Spotify)

‘SOS Deluxe: Lana’ is SZA’s heartbreak SOS

By Elena Shim February 10, 2025

There is beauty in regaining one’s true self after the pain of heartbreak after a breakup. It lets the heart heal, and the seemingly impossible prospect of closure becomes easier. SZA reflects...

The newest saga of "EPIC: The Musical” brings excitement through the new story of “The Vengeance Saga.” (Photo from Spotify)

‘EPIC: The Musical’ is truly epic

By Catherine Yang December 19, 2024

"EPIC: The Musical,” a collection of music based on Homer's “Odyssey,” is a dynamic take on the ancient tale, blending powerful storytelling with an exhilarating modern score. The latest saga, “EPIC:...

Jovi Greene’s sheer talent and unique style makes me come back for more.

Jovi Greene is not your average influencer, he is taking country music by storm

By Maya Dutt December 8, 2024

I hate country music. The twang of the country guitar combined with harmonica usually makes me want to puke. I thought this dislike would be permanent, but influencer-turned-musician Jovi Greene changed...

The groovy beat and witty lines in “Iced Coffee” strongly contrast JoJo Siwa’s previous works.

JoJo Siwa serves up a drink with ‘Iced Coffee’

By Veronica Zhao November 24, 2024

For the past two months, JoJo Siwa has been off the radar. After dropping her hit EP “Guilty Pleasure” and disappearing off the internet, I was left questioning: where has this girly-turned-edgy singer...

The “Finally: A Theater Tour.” transcends music and incites moments of personal reflection.

Rex Orange County takes us to ‘Therapy’

By Amanda Boles and Adam Orrin November 23, 2024

The spotlight flickers on to reveal a lonely hospital cot, revealing Alex O’Connor, better known as Rex Orange County, sitting beside a doctor. As he sits on the bed, he sings his song “Alexander,”...

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