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The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

WCHS a cappella group, 'The Sirens,' put together a special rendition of songs for their annual fall concert. Their hard work pays off with an impressive show.

Voices in sync: the rise of WCHS’ new acapella group

By Ella Carnathan, Subscriptions, Promotions, & Communication Manager October 28, 2024

Acapella is the art of singing without any added instrumental component. Over the past decade, a cappella music has enjoyed a revival in popularity, particularly with the success of media such as “Pitch...

Katy Perry's newest album "143" has experienced some initial commercial success, but has failed to capture the hearts of listeners.

Katy Perry’s latest album ‘143’ is a “hit” in controversy and mediocrity

By Dehab Deglel, Assistant Features Editor October 17, 2024

Katy Perry’s peak is long gone, and her newest project “143,” which was released in September 2024, only further puts that truth in focus. A deadly combination of ill-timing, a controversial collaboration...

WCHS seniors Julian Freisinger and Marwa Davis join bandmates to play for a live audience at Rhizome on March 1.

WCHS band “Expiration Date” is a screaming success

By Katy Edwards, Social Media Manager October 15, 2024

Many WCHS students aren’t aware that their classmates have created a Screamo band. Screamo is a style of music that evolved from the Emo genre in the 1990s. It consists of hardcore punk beats and screaming,...

Taylor Swift recently released her eleventh album, "The Tortured Poets Department" which features 16 original tracks.

Poetry in motion: Swift’s new album tugs at heartstrings

By Cailey Harrington, Assistant Arts Editor June 10, 2024

Taylor Swift is an accomplished artist who has released and re-recorded many albums whilst being on tour. With each album release, she is met with a wide range of opinions from both her fans and the general...

Travis Scott performs his "Circus Maximus Tour" in Baltimore and faces his fans, as the crowd chants the lyrics to his songs with excitement.

Get ready for the best summer concerts of 2024

By Kanav Kachoria, Staff Writer May 30, 2024

That’s right — it’s that time of year again. Another successful WCHS graduation has passed, the weather is getting warmer and beach week is finally here for seniors. As we approach the end of the...

Billie Eilish’s third album “Hit Me Hard and Soft” was released on May 17th, 2024. The album features 10 new amazing songs Eilish and her brother Finneas wrote and produced together that both fans and critics are praising.

Billie Eilish’s new album amazes fans like no other

By Bella Donato, Internal Communications Manager May 30, 2024

Starting with her breakout single “ocean eyes” first released in 2015 when she was only 13 years old, Billie Eilish was proven to be a musical prodigy who pushes boundaries and redefines what it means...

Adrianne Lenker's third solo record, "Bright Future," is an alt-country masterpiece that deals with complicated thoughts on love, loss, and looking to the future.

Adrianne Lenker’s “Bright Future” allows for listeners to reflect for personal growth

By George Chang, Features Editor April 23, 2024

For the past 8 years, Adrianne Lenker, the frontwoman of the Brooklyn-based band Big Thief, has been at the forefront of the indie music scene. Her characteristically whimsical lyricism, combined with...

Sabrina carpenter released her new Christmas EP titled "Fruitcake" including popular hit, "A Nonsense Christmas" and five new tracks.

Sabrina Carpenter serves up a holiday treat with “Fruitcake” EP

By Cailey Harrington, Promotions and Subscriptions Manager December 3, 2023

As we approach Thanksgiving, more and more singers are releasing new Christmas music to get ready for the holiday season. The nostalgic feeling of Christmas mixed with Sabrina Carpenter’s classic pop...

On Nov. 2, 2023, The Beatles released "Now and Then", a song that has been dubbed the "last Beatles song", bringing their history to a close nearly 55 years after they split.

The Beatles’ final encore gives listeners a final song after 55 years in the shadows

By Leah Kreisler, Sports Editor November 17, 2023

One of the most famous rock bands of all time has officially come to a close. On Nov. 2, 2023 The Beatles released “Now and Then,” a single that has been dubbed as “the last Beatles song,” officially...

On October 27, 2023, Taylor Swift released a re-record of her most popular album "1989." The album was received extremely well and sold over 1.6 million units in its debut week.

“1989” never goes out of style

By Claire Moylan, Assistant Features Editor and Photo Manager November 10, 2023

Arguably her most successful album, Taylor Swift's fifth record “1989” was a synth-pop album and spent 11 weeks at the top of the Billboard 200, was certified platinum nine times, sold over 10 million...

Boygenius' new EP, titled "the rest" was released on October 13, 2023, eight months after their successful album "the record."

Boygenius’ new EP “rests” well with listeners

By Ananya Pandit, Arts Editor November 10, 2023

Haunting lyrics and symphonic melodies. Reverberating choruses and eerie harmonies. On their newest four-track EP, “the rest,” released on Oct. 13th, Boygenius supersedes genre and structure, continuing...

Complete with 12 songs, pop star Olivia Rodrigo released her highly anticipated second album, “Guts,” on Sep. 8, 2023.

Olivia Rodrigo’s new album is gut-wrenchingly good

By Julia Levi, Observations Editor October 18, 2023

Over nine billion Spotify streams. Three Grammys. One full year in the Billboard 200’s top 10. After the 2021 release of her unparalleled, award-winning debut album “Sour,” pop star Olivia Rodrigo...

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