Yee Vang shares history through music
Kelly Jinguji, Staff Writer
November 8, 2016
“Music is communication. It truly shows you how the human mind can connect to others,” senior musician and performer Yee Vang said. “Music can ease the soul.” Vang’s music career began nearly seven years ago after he learned the history of his ethnic community. “In 2009, there was an event...
Editor’s Picks: June 2nd, 2016
McKenzie Fysh, The Beat Editor
June 7, 2016
Beyonce's Lemonade Released on April 23, Beyoncé’s Lemonade stands as one of the icon’s most accomplished compilations yet. Building from Gospel to Rock to R&B influences, Lemonade is a palette of Beyoncé’s signature style: power anthems mixed with reverberating beats. A risk in the e...
Patriots shine in Battle of the Bands
Brittany Toombs, Editor-in-Chief
June 7, 2016
Have you ever wondered who Liberty’s Hannah Montana is? Which Patriot rocks the keys or kills the bass? Who has promising prospects as a future rap god? If you attended Liberty’s third annual Battle of Bands on May 17, those questions were answered. Here’s your recap of the grooviest night of the...
A man of many talents: John Platter
Lucas Maier, The Beat Editor
May 12, 2016
The ability to play multiple instruments, bandmates with fellow students, and a gig as a musician - well known as a Liberty math teacher and alumnus, students may be unaware of the fact that John Platter also has a rich musical background. “I’ve been playing music since I can remember. My whole...
Patriot’s photo makes it to the walls of the EMP
McKenzie Fysh, Staff Writer
May 12, 2016
How many high schoolers do you know that have their art featured in famous museums? This spring, that was the story for senior Sara Bluhm, who was a winner of the On Snap photography contest at the EMP in Seattle, and was recognized by having her photo on the display wall at the museum. Bluhm had gotten...
Editor’s Picks: Two albums worth checking out
Lucas Meier, Beat Editor
May 12, 2016
Zayn's "Mind of Mine" Over a year after Zayn Malik left One Direction, he put out his first solo album called Mind of Mine. The world was used to sappy boy band songs from One Direction but ZAYN surprised us all with the mix of songs on this album. Songs like “PILLOWTALK,” “dRuNk” and “LIKE...
Down in the Pit: seldom seen, often heard
Valerie Adams, Staff Writer
May 12, 2016
As you’re watching the play, you see the actors, you hear them singing, and you see all the lights. But can’t you also hear all the music being played? There’s that one lone trumpet sounding during the transition between scenes or the big dance number with the full orchestra. That’s all coming...
Patriot Profile: Lexton Bunting advances his DJ career
McKenzie Fysh, Staff Writer
May 12, 2016
“Music gives wings to the soul and teaches it to fly,” Sophomore Lexton Bunting grew up hearing these words from his mother. Little did he know that he would be a DJ, an intern at a professional studio, and the head of a mixing club at Liberty all by the age of 16. “When I was ten years old,...
Editor’s Pick: Two albums worth checking out
Lucas Maier and Sarah Bluhm
December 3, 2015
Christmas in the Dogghouse: If you’re listening to an album by Snoop Dogg, you probably have a fair idea of what you’re getting into. This album probably won’t change anyone’s opinion of him; easygoing, low-key rap verses, this time with a holiday twist. From soul influenced songs to hood rap,...
Liberty music programs band together for concert
Lucas Maier, Beat Editor
December 3, 2015
As most students gear up for the holidays – and a break from school – band, orchestra, and choir are doing something different,and gearing up for their biggest concert so far this year. The concert, which will take place on December 8, includes performances from Band, Orchestra, and Choir. According...
Editor’s Pick: Every Eye Open
Lucas Meier, The Beat Editor
October 22, 2015
Chvrches Rating: B+ Chvrches’ sophomore album is a strong follow-up to their debut and shows off the band’s established talent. Heartfelt vocals are layered over pulsing synths, creating catchy rhythms and choruses. Throughout the album, the trio never lets up on the energy. And that’s the...
Editor’s Pick: In the Cards
Lucas Meier, The Beat Editor
October 22, 2015
Robert Delong Rating: A- Taking queues from a wide variety of influences, In the Cards is a fun, frantic album, with unexpectedly deep stanzas. Merging lively dance beats with morose, introspective lyrics, Delong creates an album that is as easy to dance to as it is to listen to. Combining a variety...
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