Coldplay “Mylo Xyloto” review

Odi Opole, Aubrey Illig, Entertainment Editor, Staff Photographer
December 15, 2011

Are you a fan of Coldplay? The Tiger Print has a copy of Mylo Xyloto to give away to one lucky BV student. Retweet about the centerspread story using #dontRThate to be entered. The winner will be announced the Thursday we get back from winter break. From Odi Opole: If you’ve ever heard of a little... Read more »

Review: Mac Miller’s Blue Side Park

Anna Wonderlich, Ads Manager
December 4, 2011

170,000 albums sold. No, this was not Justin Bieber’s Christmas CD, Under the Mistletoe. It wasn’t Drake’s newest album Take Care, either. It was actually Mac Miller’s new album Blue Slide Park, which was released on Nov. 8. According to Billboard.com, 170,000 was the number of copies sold as... Read more »

Justin Bieber’s “Under the Mistletoe” gives new twist to holiday songs

Hailey McEntee, Staff Writer
November 22, 2011

Let me start off by saying that I do not have Bieber fever. In fact, his new album Under the Mistletoe confirms that. Although I was not very intrigued by it, anyone who wants to hear a new kind of holiday songs will probably enjoy it. I was expecting this new holiday album to be a cute mix of Christmas... Read more »

Death Cab for Cutie concert meets expectations

Courtney Woodworth, Photo Editor
October 5, 2011

Death Cab for Cutie and Telekinesis played at City Market as the lineup for Buzz Under the Stars on Tuesday, Oct. 3rd. The two bands performed greatly with differing aspects to their performance. Telekinesis played very happy-go-lucky music, while Death Cab performed their usual somber music. Doors opened... Read more »

Matt Maher’s new album appeals to all ages

Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
September 20, 2011

Matt Maher’s new album is just as genius as his last five. I pre-ordered the Catholic artist’s album The Love In Between months ago, and I’ve been impatiently counting down the days ever since. The new album was finally released on iTunes and in stores today, Sept. 20. The Love In Between features... Read more »

Blogger’s favorite bands fall fast in musical March Madness

Odi Opole, Staff writer
April 12, 2011

A month ago on Mar. 14, MTV’s 2nd annual Musical March Madness competition officially started. MTV Blogger James Montgomery got the word out on MTV.com, and voting started the same day. In all, 64 bands competed for the number one spot, and each round ended at midnight on Sundays, giving fans one week... Read more »

Sounds of Spring: previews for this month’s hottest shows

Jordan Huesers, Features editor
April 8, 2011

Middle of the Map Fest: Middle of the Map fest will showcase 25-30 local and national bands on  April 8-9. Ink magazine and The Record Machine bring this festival to KC in an attempt to further establish the area as a musical and cultural center. This event features bands such as Two Door Cinema Club,... Read more »

Review: Angles — The Strokes

April 8, 2011

More than 20 years after their first album, Room on Fire, stakes were high for the Strokes’ latest release: Angles. I personally didn’t know what to expect. I am a fan of the Strokes, but also tend to think that the band peaked pretty early on with songs like “12:51” and “Reptilia.” I was... Read more »

The Atlantic: Chemistry among band members fuels success in local music scene

Courtney Woodworth, Staff photographer
April 8, 2011

Four college-aged kids take the stage. Lights of all different colors flash rhythmically. The lead singer says, “We are The Atlantic.” And they begin to play. The Atlantic, a band from Overland Park, drew a lot of attention in the past few months for its work. Jeriney, from 96.5 The Buzz, named it... Read more »

Mayday Parade releases impressive EP with one less band member

Odi Opole, Staff writer
March 25, 2011

On March 4, Mayday Parade released its newest material since 2009 in the form of Valdosta. Although it’s just an EP, Valdosta has a lot to offer both first-time listeners and diehard fans. The album includes four acoustic covers of earlier songs and they are genius. Taking a step out of its comfort... Read more »