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Kendrick Lamar's album, "GNX," released on November 22. The album has been lauded by critics for it's powerful sonics and complex lyrics.

Kendrick Lamar’s ‘GNX’ Embodies Confidence and Courage

Nikhil Gupta, Reporter December 18, 2024

Kendrick Lamar’s music has been lauded for its introspective take on the human condition, and ability to cover a myriad of complex issues, including racism, drug addiction, gang violence, and intergenerational...

Spotify Wrapped is a highly anticipated event at the end of 2024. As a fun end to the year, Westwood students all share their Wrapped on social media. Westwood Wrapped combines the data of students' Wrapped and finds listening trends.

Westwood Wrapped

Vedanti Patil, Reporter December 16, 2024

As per tradition, hallways buzzed in anticipation of the release of the 2024 Spotify Wrapped. On Wednesday, Dec. 4, the wait was finally over. Students’ Spotify Wrapped flooded Instagram stories and...

Released on Nov. 15, 'Red One' fell short of holiday movie expectations.

Red One is Disappointing Addition to the Holiday Season

Addy Temple, Heritage Staff December 16, 2024

Santa and his elves? Check. Reindeer and a shiny sleigh? Check. Christmas music? Check. Technically, Red One, which was released on Nov. 15, checks all the boxes to become a beloved Christmas movie, but...

'Wicked: Part 1' came out on Nov. 22, and was met with great approval and acclaim.

‘Wicked’ Defies Expectations

Katie Ring, Reporter December 13, 2024

No one mourns the wicked. Wicked: The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz originally debuted on Broadway in 2003. It starred leads Kristin Chenoweth and Idina Menzel and left a mark on theatre history that...

Taking social media by storm, Season Two of 'Arcane' depicts the dangerous side of mental health. The new season of 'Arcane' succeeds where many other films fail in their depiction of complex characters and morally gray protagonists. As the last season of the popular show, Season Two of 'Arcane' left a legacy in the film industry.

‘Arcane’ Season Two Captures Dark Side of Mental Health

Vedanti Patil, Reporter December 10, 2024

 *This review contains spoilers*  In a tear jerking turn of events, the boy who saves everyone is left with no one. After leaving behind the alternate timeline where he could be happy, Ekko returns...

Released on Dec. 4, 'Fauxllenium' is a creative blend of TV Girl and George Clanton's music.

Take Trip Through Psychedelic Album ‘Fauxllenium’ from TV Girl and George Clanton

Jia Chun, Reporter December 9, 2024

The first listen of TV Girl and George Clanton’s Fauxllenium goes something like this: the listener hovers their mouse over the play button and as the first note of Summer 2000 Baby plays, are immediately...

As a line starts to form, the anticipation of the audience starts to grow as well. With signs above their heads, this bold and vibrant text is their first taste of what is still to come.

‘Romeo and Juliet’ Showcases Beloved Play in New Light

Maddy Yendle, Instagram Manager December 5, 2024

The new Romeo and Juliet, directed by Sam Gold on Broadway, brings a whole new life to the beloved Shakespeare play from 1597. Many fans were intrigued by the approach that Gold took while working...

Texas Book Festival attendees crowd around a table of books. In the book purchasing tent, sponsored by BookPeople, attendees could buy the books of the attending authors.

Bigger in Texas: The 28th Texas Book Festival

Alessandra Ashford, Opinions Editor November 22, 2024

“I just love the actual physical book. I am not a books on tape kind of person,” Catenya McHenry said. “I love the experience of pulling the book from the shelf, opening the pages, and smelling...

Weston Estate’s concert went above and beyond getting their audience excited for the release of their EP 'Superbloom'.

Weston Estate Sprouts Interest With ‘Superbloom’ Tour

Sabareesh Dinakaran, Reporter November 13, 2024

As the audience filled into the Empire Control Room, the stage lit up a pale blue heralding the entrance of  five figures walking onto the stage carrying microphones and instruments. On Saturday, Oct....

On Oct. 3, Heartstopper debuted its third season, giving fans more of the great representation on mental health and LGBTQ+ realities in relationships that they have come to love.

‘Heartstopper’ Season Three Represents Young Adult’s Struggles with Mental Health

Maddy Yendle, Instagram Manager November 6, 2024

With the scent of beach days, the sounds of laughter, and the euphoric soundtrack it is easy to tell that the new season of Heartstopper is out to add a little bit of extra light into your life. On Oct....

Showcasing 14 new tracks, Tyler, the Creator released his seventh album "CHROMAKOPIA" on Monday, Oct. 28.

Tyler, the Creator Brings ‘CHROMAKOPIA’ Psychodrama to Life

Sarah Jung and Sydney Fuller November 6, 2024

CHROMAKOPIA, the seventh album from Tyler, the Creator, arrived unexpectedly on Monday, Oct. 28, just months after he announced no new music was forthcoming this year. The album’s surprise and unconventional...

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