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News, Opinion, & Multimedia for Tamalpais High School

The Tam News

News, Opinion, & Multimedia for Tamalpais High School

The Tam News

Graphic by Johanna Wong

Juiced about Health

By Johanna Wong Nov 18, 2014

Over the last few months, lots of different juice bars and cafes have been sprouting up in Mill Valley. We’ve been hit with a health craze as restaurants and markets are now highlighting their organic...

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"Tyranny" Breaks Experimental Music Boundaries

“Tyranny” Breaks Experimental Music Boundaries

By Cam Vernali Oct 24, 2014

If you had to describe pretty much anyone's first impression when listening to the album Tyranny, it would be messy. Tyranny, released on September 23rd, is the latest album that is a result of Julian...

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Sims 4: A Worthwhile Addition

Sims 4: A Worthwhile Addition

By Leo DiPierro Oct 24, 2014

Content: 3/5 Gameplay: 4/5 Features: 3.5/5 Overall impression: 7/10 The Sims by EA and Maxis is one of the most recognized franchises in the gaming world, spanning multiple consoles and generations...

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Karen O's Heartbroken Crush Songs

Karen O’s Heartbroken Crush Songs

By Claire Donohue Oct 2, 2014

On September 9, 35-year-old rock musician Karen Lee Orzolek (better known by her stage name Karen O) released her debut solo album “Crush Songs.” The South-Korean born American musician began her...

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The Best and Worst of Outside Lands Festival

The Best and Worst of Outside Lands Festival

By Daniel Carroll Oct 2, 2014

Skimming down the Outside Lands 2014 lineup for the first time, I found myself scowling. Most of the artists on the list were either completely foreign or I had already seen them live (ugh, poor me). However,...

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Sam Smith: Rich Voice, Meaningful Lyrics

Sam Smith: Rich Voice, Meaningful Lyrics

By Liz Archer May 22, 2014

Rising British pop sensation, Sam Smith, makes singing seem effortless. As a featured artist in Disclosure’s latest hit song, “Latch,” Smith reaches the song’s chorus with ease, his voice melodically...

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“Bangerz” Brings Out Miley Cyrus’s New Identity

By Jasmine Caputo Nov 20, 2013

Media’s current “it girl” Miley Cyrus released her new album Bangerz on October 4, showing the world who the “new Miley” really is. With every song containing Cyrus’s country-rooted voice over...

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Jake Bugg: Live at the Fillmore

Jake Bugg: Live at the Fillmore

By Claire Donohue Nov 4, 2013

Nineteen-year-old British singer-songwriter Jake Bugg stood in front of a sold out crowd at the Fillmore on September 29. Bugg commonly lists his influences as Johnny Cash, Jimi Hendrix, Oasis, Donovan...

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Arctic Monkeys' Sixth Album Brings a New Beat

Arctic Monkeys’ Sixth Album Brings a New Beat

By Isabella Schloss Sep 30, 2013

Since their first single, I Bet That You Look Good on the Dancefloor in 2005, the Arctic Monkeys have become a massive hit in the UK. Their debut album, Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m...

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Why Wesley Was Wrong About "The Great Gatsby"

Why Wesley Was Wrong About “The Great Gatsby”

By Emma Boczek Jun 7, 2013

Reaction to the recent Baz Luhrmann film The Great Gatsby was largely critical. “A $100 million, 3D Gatsby?” the public collectively cried. A 48 percent rating on the movie review website Rotten Tomatoes,...

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“The Hangover Part III” Review

“The Hangover Part III” Review

By Wesley Emblidge May 24, 2013

“It’s funny because he’s Jewish!” exclaims Mr. Chow (Ken Jeong). “Don’t you get it?” Alan (Zach Galifianakis) sees the joke he’s trying to make, but doesn’t laugh. He doesn’t laugh,...

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Stinson Restaurant “The Lunch Box” is a Must

By Jackie O'Boyle May 10, 2013

After a hot day at Stinson Beach all I want is a refreshing drink and a good meal. The Lunch Box, a small quaint restaurant in Stinson Beach, has just that. Upon entering, you immediately feel the cool...

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