Is there hope for rock music?
Colter Adams, Politics & Opinion Editor
May 3, 2019
Filed under Opinion
Sure, it might be trite to say, but rock is dead. The groups that sell out the biggest stadiums are decades past their prime. Cheap commercial pop masquerading as rock rules the airwaves, performing songs that you’re more likely to recognize from Toyota commercials than your Spotify playlists. And ...
Teach me Kendrick Lamar PLEASE
Jay Nesson, Staff Reporter
March 1, 2019
Filed under Opinion
It seems that I was born two years early because Kendrick Lamar is set to be taught in classrooms for years to come. The famous rapper Kendrick Lamar, known for his inspirational songs for the black community, will be one of the newest authors added to the IB reading list for his most recent and su...
Top eight albums of 2018
George Price, Staff Reporter
February 20, 2019
Filed under Features
KIDS SEE GHOSTS - KIDS SEE GHOSTS KIDS SEE GHOSTS- a supergroup formed by hip-hop legends Kanye West and Kid Cudi- has made waves in the music industry with the release of its eponymous first album. KIDS SEE GHOSTS is a fusion of rock, rap, hip, and psychedelic genres; an eclectic tapestry ...
Who is BROCKHAMPTON?
George Price, Staff Reporter
January 9, 2018
Filed under Features
[huge_it_gallery id="45"] When you see the word “Boyband” what comes to mind? One Direction? Why Don’t We? N-Sync? The Jonas Brothers? Among this list of boy bands would you consider BROCKHAMPTON in this list? BROCKHAMPTON (the all-caps is not a mistake) is a self-styled rap and R&B boyba...
Sounds of the season
December 21, 2017
Filed under Features
Click on a link below to read about the December performances by our Mustang musicians. GM Combined choirs shine by Clare Doss Mason band plays holiday hits by Claudia Gusman...
Mason band plays holiday hits
December 21, 2017
Filed under News
Gowns were zipped up, tuxes were buttoned, instruments were tuned, and a nervous yet excited buzz spread through the band room as Mason’s very own prepared to deliver a successful Winter Band Concert. The schedule of the concert on December 6 was the usual, showcasing the hard work of the Percuss...
GM Combined choirs shine
December 21, 2017
Filed under Features
The holiday spirit is in the air and both George Mason choirs showcased their talents Tuesday evening at the Winter Choral Concert. A traditional round called "Shalom" sung by both choirs started the evening as they entered the auditorium and went up on stage. Then followed by the singing of the natio...
Your Best of 2017 playlist
Eleanor Kay, Staff Reporter
December 19, 2017
Filed under Features
Click the link above to listen to our Spotify Playlist for the best songs to remember from 2017. 2017 was a very interesting year for music. Artists like Ed Sheeran and Kendrick Lamar released new albums furthering their music careers. Harry Styles released his first solo album following ...
I’m so 3008, You So 2000 and Late: Lasso’s Throwback Playlist
April 6, 2017
Filed under Features
Nothing takes us back to 5th grade like listening Ke$ha and Britney Spears on our mp3 players. In an effort to compile an epic list of throwback songs, The Lasso put together our personal favorite throwbacks that were released before 2010. These are a few of our favorite songs that make us want t...
Looking back: The best hip hop albums of 2016
January 19, 2017
Filed under Features
2016 has been a highlight year for hip-hop, with releases from industry juggernauts like Drake, Kanye West, and Kendrick Lamar, as well as surprise takeovers from the likes of Desiigner’s Panda. With 170 albums released in 2016, there are some that were straight up trash, and some that are future class...
The Lasso Holiday Playlist
December 21, 2016
Filed under Features
Over winter break take a look at our infographic to find out what your fellow Mason students’ favorite holiday songs are. Don’t forget to check out the Lassos Holiday Spotify Playlist to listen to our pick of great holiday songs. ...
The Lasso’s 12 songs of Christmas
December 17, 2015
Filed under Features
Do you have a Christmas playlist? Here is Lasso’s suggestions for what songs should make your list! The Little Drummer Boy What better way to wake on Christmas Day than with this upbeat song? Santa Tell Me by Ariana Grande Because who doesn’t want to listen to Ari’s voice all winter break? All I wa...
