The official student newspaper of St. John's School.

The Review

The official student newspaper of St. John's School.

The Review

The official student newspaper of St. John's School.

The Review

Sophomore Lucy Walker shares her thoughts on Surf Curses album Magic Hour.

Under Review: Magic Hour

Lucy Walker, Online Section Editor November 29, 2022
Sophomore Lucy Walker shares her thoughts on Surf Curse's album Magic Hour.
Freshmen Dalia Sandberg, Emma Arnold, Maddie Garrou and Lee Monistere share their thoughts on Taylor Swifts album Midnights.

Putting the ‘Mid’ in ‘Midnights’: Taylor Swift’s latest is a mixed bag for dedicated fans

Dalia Sandberg, Emma Arnold, Maddie Garrou, and Lee Monistere November 17, 2022
Freshmen Dalia Sandberg, Emma Arnold, Maddie Garrou and Lee Monistere share their thoughts on Taylor Swift's album Midnights.
“Working for the Knife” is Mitski’s latest single in her new album, “Laurel Hell.” It’s the first song that she has released since she announced that she would quit the music scene in 2019.

How “Working for the Knife” is a cry for help: Mitski’s musical journey

Jennifer Liu, Staff Writer March 25, 2022
“Working for the Knife” is Mitski’s latest single in her new album, “Laurel Hell.” It’s the first song that she has released since she announced that she would quit the music scene in 2019. Freshman Jennifer Liu shares her thoughts.
Taylor Swift released Lover at midnight on August 23.

Under Review: Taylor Swift’s “Lover”

Mac Bechtol, Staff Writer September 25, 2019
"Lover," Taylor Swift's latest studio album, showcases her personal growth and provides insight into her relationship with Joe Alwyn.
Haley Heyndrickx’s I Need to Start a Garden features honest vocals and complex instrumentation.

Make Up Your Mind: Haley Heyndrickx’s “I Need to Start a Garden”

Sophia Kontos, Online Editor-in-Chief February 21, 2019
Online Editor-in-Chief Sophia Kontos reviews Haley Heyndrickx’s album "I Need to Start a Garden".
High as Hope, Florences fourth studio album, is a deparature from the artists theatrical musical style.

Make Up Your Mind: Florence + the Machine’s “High as Hope”

Sophia Kontos, Online Editor-in-Chief July 12, 2018
Online Editor-in-Chief Sophia Kontos reviews Florence + the Machine's new album "High as Hope" in the debut of her column, "Make Up Your Mind."
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What a Fool Believes: Wickedness or Weakness-The duality of “DAMN.”

John Kennedy, Music columnist May 12, 2017
Music columnist John Kennedy reviews Kendrick Lamar's new album "DAMN.," which includes the hits "HUMBLE." and "DNA."
Members of Banana Bender Surprise lounge next to their brown Suburban, the Brown Chariot. Band members included (from left to right): Jason Barker (89), Allen Hill, Conrad Choucroun (94), David Beebe and Gerard Choucroun (89).

Banana Blender band legacy lives on

Izzy Andrews, Staff Writer April 19, 2017
Hear some of the greatest hits from the Houston band Banana Blender Surprise. Three of the five members are St. John's alumni.

What a Fool Believes: The ultimate 2016 playlist

John Kennedy, Music Columnist December 28, 2016
Senior John Kennedy reflects on the best of the 2016 music scene.
The cover of Ali Orion features images of Napiers friends and the people who helped produce the mixtape.

MYTH founder flies solo to produce mixtape

Gabe Malek and Chris Zimmerman June 18, 2014
From headlining Upper School music chapel to opening for Waka Flocka Flame, Daren Napier ('12) has climbed the ranks of the music industry.
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