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Cougar Catnip: Morning music

Cougar Catnip: Morning music

Brie Cheatham October 23, 2024

Let's get it started in here. It's hard to ignore the pop culture music being blasted every morning. Sure this wake up hype music thing is a good idea. Some of the songs students requested are socially...

A new album by Clairo called "Charm". Graphic by: Theodora Todd-Maldonado

Cougar Critique: Is there charm in Clairo’s new album, “Charm”?

Theodora Todd-Maldonado October 23, 2024

On July 12, 2024, Clairo released her third album entitled “Charm”. Clairo announced this album on May 23 when releasing the lead single of the album, “Sexy To Somebody.” Charm became Clairo’s...

Think about famous pieces like The Starry Night. Vincent Van Gogh painted The Starry Night after being treated for mental illness in France. Had Van Gogh gone through different experiences would he have create the renowned painting? Also take into consideration of the style of art based on the time period. Graphic by: Ann Lam

Opinion: You think art falls out of coconut trees?

Ann Lam October 14, 2024

Can we separate the art from the artist? When it comes down to separating the art from the artist, there are a few things to consider. When should the two be separated? Will the way we see art change...

In an interview for the song "BIRDS OF A FEATHER" Eilish said, "Here's the thing, with music my whole thing is that its for the listener to decide what it means. And it doesn't matter what I wrote it about, what Finneas wrote it about, it really doesn't matter as long as you interpret it however you need to." Photo by: Charlize McFarlin

Cougar Critique: “Hit Me Hard and Soft”

Charlize McFarlin October 7, 2024

Billie Eilish released her third studio album on May 17, titled “Hit Me Hard and Soft.” The album debuted at number two on the Billboard Hot 200 and all tracks were charted in the top 40 on Billboard...

Left to right, Kirra Anderson '28, Jack Lim '27 and Styles Haley Kettler '28. Anderson does vocals and guitar for the band. Lim plays the base and Hettler is the drummer. Photo by: Emma Blackburn

Friday lunch bands rock Ventura High School

Emma Blackburn, Suri Garcia, and Henry Mattesich September 23, 2024

VHS Friday bands catches the attention of many students Every Friday at lunch, different bands hosted by the VHS Music Department form together to come play at the Senior Lawn. The band “Electric Shadow”...

In an Instagram post Carpenter said, "The making of 'Short n' Sweet' was one of the most special, honest, up and down, stupid and fun experiences of my life." Graphic by: Isabella Fierros

Cougar Critique: Sabrina Carpenter keeps it “Short n’ Sweet” with her new album

Isabella Fierros September 13, 2024

Is “Short n’ Sweet” worth the listen? On Aug. 23, Sabrina Carpenter released her sixth studio album titled “Short n Sweet.” The album is highly influenced by country, R&B and rock sounds....

In an Instagram post about the release of "The Tortured Poets Department," Taylor Swift said, "This period of the author's life is now over, the chapter is closed and boarded up." Graphic by: Isabella Fieros

Cougar Critique: Welcome to the opening of “The Tortured Poets Department”

Isabella Fierros and Christian Montecino May 30, 2024

Taylor Swift ushers in a new era with her new album On April 19, Taylor Swift released her 11th studio album, “The Tortured Poets Department.” Swift announced the album on Feb. 4 at the 66th Annual...

Pictured is a downtown skyline on the Cumberland River in Nashville, Tennessee where the students will visit on their trip. Graphic by: Emmett Flynn

VHS’ music department prepares for the Spring Tour

Emmett Flynn April 23, 2024

The VHS music department will be putting its skills to the test with a long-awaited competition VHS’ musicians gear up for their yearly trip to Nashville, Tennessee. This year from April 12 to April...

"1989 (Taylor's Version)," "Speak Now (Taylor's Version)" by Taylor Swift, "Guts" by Olivia Rodrigo, "The Record" by boygenius and "Let's Start Here" by Lil Yachty. Graphic by: Isabella Fierros

Music of 2023: A Year in Review

Christian Montecino February 9, 2024

What were some of the best albums of last year? 2023 was nothing short of a great year for music. Whether it be straight from the artist themselves, or newly adapted music for films, there have been countless...

After House's closing speech, long standing show choir members were given flowers as a parting gift from House. Photo by: Emily Sevaaetasi

Ventura High School’s show choir takes the stage

Christian Montecino and Weston Blackburn January 19, 2024

VHS Show Choir performed their 15th annual holiday show “Share the Joy” On Friday, Dec. 15 at 7 p.m., the VHS show choir performed at the VHS auditorium for the “Share the Joy” performance. There...

Spotify also announced their top 10 artists globally for the this year. Graphic by: Alexis Segovia

2023’s Spotify Wrapped has been released

Alexis Segovia December 13, 2023

 Music streaming service, Spotify, has released its annual event, Spotify Wrapped, which tracks music and podcast habits from the past year up until October On Nov. 28, Spotify, a music streaming service,...

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