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Music documentaries bring groove to 2021
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In a year where music and the joys it can bring were needed more than ever, these music documentaries knocked it out of the park. In “Brian Wilson: Long Promised Road,” Rolling Stone editor Jason Fine brings audiences along for the ride of a lifetime. Wilson, who reached international stardom in The Beach Boys,…
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“The Beatles: Get Back” brings Beatles back to life
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Peter Jackson’s “The Beatles: Get Back,” released between Nov. 25 and Nov. 27 and named after the beloved track from The Beatles’ 1970 record “Let It Be,” is a wonderful inside look at the second to last album The Beatles ever recorded. Methodically edited from 60 hours of footage and over 150 hours of…
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How “The Pretender” changed my life
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A trip to the record store has always been like digging for gold to me. Feeling the worn edges of pre-loved albums as I skim through them is like sifting my gold pan, hoping for something to catch and reel me into a world of musical and lyrical heaven. This method of discovery began…
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Music Corner
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The Rolling Stones have unveiled their celebration of the 40th anniversary of Tattoo You, the explosive 1981 album that defined the band’s 1980’s musical presence. Among the new elements available are a 2021 remaster, nine unheard tracks, limited edition clear vinyl, picture discs and immersive box sets. “We realized that there was a lot…
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Music Corner
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Sam Fender is about to take the musical world by storm. The UK-based artist’s new record “Seventeen Going Under” is a gut-wrenching love letter to North Shields, miles more intimate than his debut “Hypersonic Missiles.” It’s not lost on Fender that this album is a bittersweet reflection of himself more than it is of…
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Bob Ross Inc paints a painful picture
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“Bob Ross; Happy Accidents, Betrayal, and Greed” is both a scathing exposé of Bob Ross Inc. and a beautiful recollection of an artist’s life and legacy. Bob Ross’ life before becoming a public figure sets the scene for the beginning of the documentary, while being accompanied by his only son, Steve Ross. The doting…
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Bob Ross Inc paints a painful picture
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“Bob Ross; Happy Accidents, Betrayal, and Greed” is both a scathing exposé of Bob Ross Inc. and a beautiful recollection of an artist’s life and legacy. Bob Ross’ life before becoming a public figure sets the scene for the beginning of the documentary, while being accompanied by his only son, Steve Ross. The doting…
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Equity Task Force aims to diversify district
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The Equity Task Force (ETF), one of CVUSD’s newest initiatives, is working towards ensuring equity, diversity and progress within the school district. Made up of 15 members, each coming from a different background and with a unique perspective, they meet biweekly to discuss how the Conejo Valley public school system can become more inclusive…
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Music Corner Issue 8
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“Leave The Door Open” by the American band Silk Sonic was released on March 5. Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak dropped this single to prepare the world for their debut album, which has yet to be released. After his last single was released in July 2019 and his last album, “24k Magic,” in November…
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Music Corner – Issue 7
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Micky James’ “Live At The Met,” released on Feb. 26, is an exhilarating, electric collection of live songs performed at Philadelphia’s The Met. Demanding and utterly addicting, the live EP is full of gritty yet crisp vocals and glam-rock/pop inspired guitars. If you’ve been looking for an artist who hasn’t quite made their way…