Riding the Rave: Welcome to the New Music Craze
Emily Goldberg, Web Managing Editor
November 18, 2011
In the 60s, young people flocked toWoodstock. In the 70s, it was all about the disco. In the late 80s and early 90s, the rave emerged. Now, in 2011, the rave is back. Preparation begins in advance, planning neon outfits and arranging playlists. The night begins, and the beat of techno music pulsates... Read more »
New iPhone 4S Generates Serious Buzz
Cheynne Haslett, Web Features Editor
November 18, 2011
The release of Apple’s iOS 5 software, which brought customers the iPhone 4S, unleashed a wave of excited chatter and anxious babble from technology lovers at Staples, but just as loud came the “ding, ding, ding!” sound effect, marking the beginning of a battle. Two of the top phones on the market,... Read more »
Charlie’s Pick of the Week: Nickelback’s New Album, “Here and Now”
Charlie Greenwald, Web A&E Editor
November 18, 2011
Some people aren’t into the whole Nickelback thing. People often call them “trash” or “disgraceful,” and group them with other despised radio-friendly rock bands like Creed and Daughtry. I happen to like Nickelback—especially when they find a nice balance between pop-rock and grunge. On... Read more »
Don’t Expect a Y-Chromosome at the Box Office
Zach Speed, Staff Writer
November 18, 2011
“Breaking Dawn” may be breaking into the box office, but the male gender certainly won’t be. Now as I hope most of you would know by now the Twilight Saga is a series of books that have been transformed into movies. The series has without a doubt captivated its fair share of “Twi-Hards”, but... Read more »
Review: Coldplay’s “Mylo Xyloto”
Carlie Schwaeber, Features Editor
November 17, 2011
On Oct. 21, 2011, Coldplay released their fifth studio album, Mylo Xyloto, with the intention of being unique and original. The album is based off of a love story between Mylo and Xyloto, and while this love story basis is an attention grabber, the outcome of their work was inconsistent. Moreover, while... Read more »
#Haters: Juniors Engage Pop Star Aaron Carter in Twitter Brawl
Ben Reiser, News Editor
November 16, 2011
Aaron Carter may have told us how he beat Shaq, but we don’t really know why he tweets back. For most Staples students, Nov. 15 was any other Tuesday, with the normal routine of school, sports practice, homework, dinner, and sleep. But for some students, Nov. 15 was not just a regular weekday. It was... Read more »
The Taste Buds: Caroline’s Crêperie
Ben Reiser and Bryan Schiavone, News Editors
November 16, 2011
Holy crêpe. This restaurant just might become the next local hotspot. Caroline’s Crêperie, the brainchild of Southwest France native Caroline Kaplan opened its doors in September in New Canaan. All dishes are made from scratch, and from what we can tell, the freshest ingredients available. The menu... Read more »
Music Review: Local Band “Mother Brother” Looks to Tighten their Sound on “Purdy”
Bryan Schiavone, News Editor
November 9, 2011
Mother Brother is a quartet based in Bridgeport, CT. A self-proclaimed mix of rock, funk, alternative, grunge, groove, pop, and experimental, the band incorporates a wide variety of sounds, ranging from mellow keyboard to upbeat strings to ambient techno and speedy beatboxing. Their most recent release,... Read more »
Staples Graduate Starts Clothing Company to Save Wildlife
Eliza Llewellyn, Staff Writer
November 9, 2011
It all started when Jeremy Dreyfuss ‘11 bought a sewing machine. “I thought it would be cool to mess around with,” said Dreyfuss. “Because how many people our age can successfully use a sewing machine?” But what began as a novel purchase for Dreyfuss spiraled into a business venture striving... Read more »
Educated Guesses for Cinema’s Wildest Season
Sammy Warshaw, A&E Editor
November 9, 2011
Fret not, eager filmgoers. The journey through the mediocrity of post-summer and fall films is coming to an end. Need I say more? It’s Oscar season, baby. It’s okay that you haven’t been to the movies in a month. Coming from me, that’s a pretty huge statement. To give you an idea, I’m usually... Read more »
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