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Writer Theo Kayser delves into the new Lil Yachty album and its impact on mainstream music, as well as how it departs from other instances where rappers have ventured outside their normal genre.

Lil Yachty strikes gold where his predecessors have come up empty-handed with “Let’s Start Here.”

Theo Kayser, Writer
March 23, 2023
Skrillex returns to the stage with Quest for Fire, after taking a leave of absence from the industry since 2014.

Skrillex: “A Quest for Fire”

Paula Gonzalez, Writer
March 3, 2023
From vinyls to CDs, the physical form of music is being brought back to life through a new generation of music lovers. Music stores like Salzer’s Records, which has been open for over 49 years, have been teeming with popularity due to their extensive selection of music.

Teens and their new love for vinyl

Ruby Jenkins, Writer
March 2, 2023
Wet Leg, a female-led indie rock band, enters the music industry with a strong fanbase and an even stronger debut album. With their work and accomplishments being recognized, they are a new band worth the listen.

Wet Leg: A swiftly successful band with a distinctive sound

Frances English, Writer
February 26, 2023
Foothill Tech student and Foothill Dragon Press staff writer Beatrice Barnes outlines the difficulties she faces as a part time music student at Ventura due to conflicting bell schedules at the different schools.

Opinion: All Ventura high schools should be on the same schedule

Beatrice Barnes, Writer
February 14, 2023
Karen Estrada 24, Serena Martinez 24 and Angelina Hernandez 24 represent their favorite artists, Taylor Swift, Conan Gray and Harry Styles, by proudly wearing their merchandise to school.

What is Foothill Tech listening to?

Frances English, Writer
February 12, 2023
As 2022 ends, the Foothill Dragon Press reflects back on some of this years best music, art, entertainment and more.

Best of 2022: A year in review

January 11, 2023
Many devoted fans of Lana Del Rey, Steve Lacy, the Arctic Monkeys and others have been known to gatekeep songs from others whove discovered them because of viral content on TikTok, rather than coming across their music in a more traditional word-of-mouth manner. These fans fear new listeners wont have a profound understanding of the art beyond internet sensation.

The art of gatekeeping: A deep dive into musical sanctity

Lily Toreja, Columnist
January 4, 2023
Harry Styles watches in awe as he listens to his fans sing on night one at the Madison Square Garden.

Harry Styles’ “Love On Tour” takes center stage

Ella Asher, Reporter
December 30, 2022
On the cover of his debut solo album “Indigo,” rapper-songwriter RM appears to be lost in thought as he sits beneath Dansaekhwa painter Yun Hyong-keun’s “Blue.” The late Korean modernist was one of RM’s biggest inspirations behind his December 2022 album. To the right, a pile of jeans rests atop a stool, symbolic of the worn-down love and warmth the rapper feels for his passing twenties.

RM delivers musical perfection with his debut album “Indigo”

Noelle Villaseñor, Assignment Editor
December 20, 2022
As 2022 comes to an end, students and teachers share their excitement for this years Spotify Wrapped.

Foothill Tech students showcase their music taste with Spotify Wrapped 2022

Emilie Huovinen, Writer
December 14, 2022
Social media is rapidly expanding and many influencers are wondering if they maybe have a calling beyond just their phone screen. As such, it’s not unusual to see someone internet famous topping the music charts.

Satire: Influencers should stay out of the music industry

Frances English, Writer
December 3, 2022
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