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"Dawn" of a new and beautiful day
By Nick Falgout | Feb. 16, 2005, midnight | In Print »
The recent rediscovery of the synthesizer had left me a bit confused. Synthesizers don't generally summon particularly good mental images, unless of course one is a fan of overly schmaltzy "Rocky"-endings or big-poofy-hair bands of the late 80's. When bands like The Killers and Motion City Soundtrack recently decided that is was time to dig up that particular grave, the results were less than stellar. The best tracks The Killers had to offer were relatively synth-free anyway (a la "Mr. Brightside,") and Motion City Soundtrack's whining casio-lines were more annoyingly catchy than musical. Neither band profited from the relic, and both suffered. But M83's sophomore release, "Before the Dawn Heals Us,” has absolved my doubt. M83 succeeds where others before them failed: namely, in making the synthesizer an addition to, not a subtraction from, the music, and masterful one at that. The soaringly, hauntingly, painfully, and at times creepily beautiful tracks on the French band's sophomore release are well worth their weight in any arbitrary precious metal, as well as $17.99 or a couple months of grating "Somebody Told Me" choruses.
Blair holds senior inspirational assembly
By Anthony Glynn | Feb. 16, 2005, midnight | In Print »
All seniors were required to attend an assembly yesterday, Feb. 15, that lasted for an hour during second period. During the assembly, a speaker encouraged the Blazers to pursue a college degree.
Sinclair sisters continue dominance, advance to states
By Jonah Gold | Feb. 16, 2005, midnight | In Print »
The Blair Indoor Track team finished the Western Regional Championship today with thre different girls advancing to the State Championship. Sophomores Halsey and Ashlyn Sinclair together advanced in three different events: the 800m, 1600m and 3200m. Senior Tyaishia Jackson also advanced to the Championship in the 55m. The Blair girls finished 4th overall with 41 points, finishing behind Damascus, Walter Johnson and Winston Churchill.
Maya Angelou
By Feza Kikaya | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Print »
Maya Angelou is an accomplished author, poet, historian, songwriter, playwright, dancer, stage and screen producer, director, performer, singer and civil rights activist that is best known for her autobiographical novels. She was born Marguerite Johnson in St. Louis, Missouri on April 4, 1928 and since then, has been recognized as a notable literary figure.
Blazers let another slip by
By Ellie Blalock | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Print »
FEB. 15, NELSON H. KOBREN MEMORIAL GYMNASIUM- The Blazers seemed to finally be turning their season around after defeating Sherwood and then Richard Montgomery, both strong squads, by margins of 28 and ten, respectively. However, after losing to powerhouse Gaithersburg Feb. 10, the girls seem to have returned to their old ways: remaining neck-and-neck with their opponents, pulling ahead for what looks like an easy win and finally watching it all fall apart in disastrous fourth quarters.
John F. Kennedy
By Anthony Glynn | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Print »
Former President John F. Kennedy played a vital role in the civil rights movement, but his life was ended by an assassin's bullet before some of his greatest goals were realized.
Leftist teacher meets right-wing club
By Kristi Chakrabarti | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Features »
Members of the Young Republicans Club have finally found a place to voice their political views. At after-school meetings, students discuss tax reform, Social Security, immigration laws and the war in Iraq. They support flat tax policies and believe that the media has a heavy liberal bias. But social studies teacher Kevin Shindel challenges their opinions. "How do you know what you think you know?” he asks at almost every meeting.
Photo: Print_TuShoe
By Nathaniel Lichten | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Latest »
Dang admires the $293 shoes she dreams of wearing to prom.
Photo: Print_TuCheck
By Nathaniel Lichten | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Latest »
Dang discusses her purchase with a salesman at a local mall.
Playoffs loss marks the end of the season
By Erik Kojola | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Print »
The Blair Community Ice Hockey team's successful season came to a disappointing end as they lost to Broadneck 8-5 in the first round of the state playoffs. This was Blair's first appearance in the playoffs in team history.
Photo: Ballston Station
By Emma Norvell | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Latest »
Photo: Senior Inspirational Speaker
By Emma Norvell | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Latest »
Photo: Clarendon - Thai Cuisine
By Emma Norvell | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Latest »
Thai food here is quick and cheap.
Photo: Farragut North - thai Kingdom
By Emma Norvell | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Latest »
A Thai restaurant near the Farragut North station.
Photo: Old Blair Auditorium 1
By Christopher Consolino | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Latest »
Playbills decorate the wings of the Old Blair Auditorium.
Photo: Rosslyn Station - Berlin Wall exhibit
By Emma Norvell | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Latest »
A Berlin Wall exhibit at the Rosslyn Station.
Photo: Contact Us Graphic
By Eric Hysen | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Latest »
Non-profit organization offers tour of Old Blair Auditorium
By Christopher Consolino | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Print »
The non-profit Old Blair Auditorium Project held a tour of the Old Blair Auditorium on the morning of Monday, Feb. 14 in an attempt to draw attention to the ongoing effort to renovate the isolated structure. According to the organization's president Busy Graham, the auditorium would further the development of performing arts programs in downtown Silver Spring.
Photo: Kotor 2
By | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Latest »
My character, Lecis Lightfoot, easily parries Lord Malak's onslaught in KOTOR.
Photo: Rosslyn Station - Vie de France
By Emma Norvell | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Latest »
Vie de France near Rosslyn station.
Photo: GWU Station - George Washington Statue
By Emma Norvell | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Latest »
A statue of George Washington outside the GWU station.
Photo: Clarendon - Pacers
By Emma Norvell | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Latest »
Visit Pacers to get ourfitted for any running sport.
Photo: Old Blair Auditorium 2
By Christopher Consolino | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Latest »
After renovation, the Old Blair Auditorium will seat 1,200 people and feature a rising pit orchestra area.
Alex's top five for under 20
By Alexander Gold | Feb. 15, 2005, midnight | In Print »
While great computer games come out each year, like Half-Life 2, Doom 3, Far Cry, and Sims 2 this past year, I don't really like shelling out $45 to 50 apiece for these games. All too often, we gamers get caught up in the thrill of the moment and don't remember to buy those games we were excited about three years ago but never got around to playing. Even games from several years ago can be fun, exciting, wildly entertaining and greatest of all, dirt cheap.
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