Staff Profile
Megan Pohle –– Staff Writer
Megan has lived all her life in dreary Minnesota, yet her friends and family believe she spent a past life in Great Britain due to her believable British accent. If Megan ever breaks out into a random British accent in the middle of a conversation, remember that this is normal for her. Another one of Megan’s normal behaviors is ‘fangirling’ over various rock bands that no one has heard of, such as the Arctic Monkeys. (She is especially infatuated with their lead singer, Alex Turner). When she’s not joining another Internet fandom, you can find Megan at swim practice, ripping another swim cap because of her thick mane of hair and even bigger head. To gain Megan’s trust, buy her cookies, or compliment her amazing music taste.
“Gatsby” fails to meet expectations
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
May 19, 2013
Filed under Movie Reviews, Top Stories
On May 10th, American Literature fans across the world gathered to witness the much anticipated film adaptation of, “The Great Gatsby.” The movie, like the five attempts before it, failed to capture what makes the famous novel by, F. Scott Fitzgerald, so successful. With overdone sets and drawn out... Read more »
Private company to coordinate third trip to Rwanda scheduled for summer 2013
Anna McCloskey and Megan Pohle
May 15, 2013
Filed under News
When junior high theology teacher Ms. Susie Hinnendael and former history teacher Mr. James Cave started teaching the Genocide and Social Justice class, they placed a lot of focus on the Rwandan genocide of 1994, when an ethnic clash resulted in the deaths approximately a million civilians. Soon after... Read more »
Vampire Weekend contains a more mature sound in latest album
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
May 15, 2013
Filed under A&E
After three years, Vampire Weekend is back with their third record, “Modern Vampires of the City.” These four Columbia University graduates don’t disappoint fans, providing both the dance-rock hits they are known for, as well as more mature tracks that highlight the bands growth. “Modern Vampires... Read more »
The Strokes make a strong return on their fifth album, “Comedown Machine”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
April 4, 2013
Filed under Music Reviews
Combining the old with the new, garage rock band The Strokes are back and better than ever, with the release of their fifth album, “Comedown Machine.” With an 80’s synth pop feel mixed with an alternative rock sound, this record is catchy while melodic, each song contributing to “Comedown Machine’s”... Read more »
The Last Shadow Puppets – “Standing Next to Me”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
April 2, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Coming from The Last Shadow Puppets only album, “The Age of the Understatement,”released in 2008, comes an instant classic, “Standing Next to Me.” Sounding eerily similar to a Beatles hit, this rock song includes brilliant harmonization and a fun beat. The duo, made up of british rockers Alex... Read more »
Steam Powered Giraffe – “Honeybee”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
March 23, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
San Diego based ‘steampunk’ band, Steam Powered Giraffe creates a beautiful harmony in their single “Honeybee.” The band, that performs as robot-like characters, may not be as well known in the music world, but their melodic voices and creative role playing has earned them many followers throughout... Read more »
“The 20/20 Experience” contains Timberlake’s best elements
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
March 19, 2013
Filed under A&E, Music Reviews, Top Stories
Whether he’s hosting Saturday Night Live or starring in the latest box office hit, Justin Timberlake is on fire, and the release of Timberlake’s most recent album, “The 20/20 Experience,” only fuels the flame. With a variety of slow melodic beats to jazzy dance hits, “The 20/20 Experience”... Read more »
Foals pieces together a masterpiece album with “Holy Fire”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
March 17, 2013
Filed under A&E, Music Reviews
English alternative rock band, Foals, released their third album, titled “Holy Fire,” capturing all of the best elements of the bands music in an eleven track masterpiece. Combining soft and eerie vocals with a more rock based tune, “Holy Fire” is a well rounded and carefully produced record––easily... Read more »
The Vaccines – “No Hope”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
March 15, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Off The Vaccines most recent album, released in 2012, titled “Come of Age,” comes a vocally focused rock song, “No Hope.” With an epic guitar intro and a steady beat that is both catchy and as it is light, “No Hope” was the first single off the band’s most recent album. The song clearly... Read more »
The Kooks – “Junk of the Heart”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
February 20, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Off British rock band The Kooks’ third album, comes a feel good song titled the same as the record, “Junk of the Heart.” Although the album was released in 2011, this song never gets old, with a post-punk revival and “pop” influence that The Kooks are known for. With a fun beat that bounces... Read more »
Five albums to look forward to in 2013
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
February 19, 2013
Filed under A&E, Music Reviews, Top Stories
The Strokes "Comedown Machine" - March 26th March 26 cannot come any sooner due to the release of The Strokes fifth LP, “Comedown Machine.” One of the 2000’s best garage rock bands, The Strokes have matured throughout the years and have not released an album since their record, “Angles”... Read more »
Chairlift – “I Belong in Your Arms”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
February 17, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
From Chairlift’s most recent album, “Something,” comes the masterpiece of a record, “I Belong In Your Arms,” a melodic and synth based tune that is intriguing and fun. Perhaps the best off the album, the song is catchy as well as pretty, making it a great listen for any time of day with its... Read more »
Senior Couples
Ruby Ford, Megan Pohle, Natalie Chevalier, Sophie Ronning, Jacqueline Bieter, Kellen Gill, and Nicole Sarquis
February 16, 2013
Filed under Valentines
Jason Kosch and Madeline Roberts Knight Errant: How did you meet? Jason: She asked me to Holiday Ball junior year and then we hung out in a group and she liked me, but I didn’t return the favor and I asked her best friend Katherine Foy to Prom but the day after Prom we started dating, but she... Read more »
Miles Kane – “Give Up”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
February 16, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
English rocker Miles Kane’s latest single, “Give Up,” is energetic and artfully crafted, with heavy guitar and creative lyrics. The song is a single off the Kane’s second album that should release later this year. “Give Up” is one of the best of Kane’s solo career, and is a great song to... Read more »
Fall Out Boy – “My Songs Know What You Did in the Dark (Light Em Up)”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
February 15, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Fall Out Boy is back and better than ever with their first single, titled “My Songs Know What You Did In The Dark (Light Em Up),” off their upcoming album “Save Rock and Roll.” It is a refreshing relief to see that Fall Out Boy has picked up where they left off with their pop punk sound and angsty... Read more »
Dirty Projectors – “Swing Lo Magellan”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
February 11, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
“Swing Lo Magellan” off the Dirty Projectors identically named album, released this past November, is a slower melody that emphasizes the band’s lyrical ability. The song is slower, with more guitar, making it easy listening. This song shows off a more beat driven side of the album, as well as... Read more »
Muse – “New Born”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
February 10, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Although this rock ballad came out in 2001, “New Born” reminds listeners of Muse’s heavy rock side, with epic guitar and drums. Coming from the band’s second record, “Origin of Symmetry,” this song is artfully crafted and intense, bringing audiences back to the symphonic rock band many fell... Read more »
Tame Impala – “Feels Like We Only Go Backwards”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
February 9, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
From Tame Impala’s successful and brilliantly made record, “Lonerism,” comes a clever and mesmerizing song, “Feels Like We Only Go Backwards.” One of the album’s favorites, this song combines Tame Impala’s psychedelic and rock sides. “Feels Like We Only Go Backwards” uses synth guitars... Read more »
The Wombats – “Moving to New York”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
February 8, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Off The Wombats most recent album, which was released in 2011, “Moving to New York” is fast paced and fun, with heavy drums and catchy guitar. The repeating chorus, “I’m moving to New York because I’ve got problems with my sleep,” is creative and easy to sing along to. The new wave, post... Read more »
Crystal Castles – “Plague”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
February 7, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Coming from Crystal Castles third album, released in November, comes “Plague,” the first single off their record. “Plague” is as haunting as it is creative, with a mesmerising tune and synthed up vocals. This song alone can summarize the theme of the album as a whole, with intense beats and echoing... Read more »
The Strokes – “One Way Trigger”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
February 6, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
The first single, “One Way Trigger,” off The Strokes up and coming album titled “Comedown Machine” is catchy and brilliant. The song is more 80’s synth driven, and sounds similar to their most recent record, “Angles.” Lead singer, Julian Casablancas sings in a higher falsetto voice that... Read more »
Three seniors show business savvy
Megan Pohle and Stephen Jacobs
January 25, 2013
Filed under Student Life, Top Stories
For the past few years, three Benilde St-Margaret’s seniors have dedicated time and talent to create their own businesses and showcase their entrepreneurial skills. Each student infused their own passion with their business savvy to design clothing, fix electronics and even give back to the community. Conrad... Read more »
The pains of living life as lactose intolerant
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
January 24, 2013
Filed under Humor
I often refer to my life before the discovery of my lactose intolerance as the glory days. I reminisce on this time in my life, remembering the taste of half and half in my frosted flakes, and chocolate milkshakes at the state fair. I was called the “Dairy Queen” (pun intended) due to my love for... Read more »
Popular thrift stores help students develop unique style at affordable prices
Michelle Sauer and Megan Pohle
January 11, 2013
Filed under Fashion
Thrift shopping is a fun and easy way to buy clothes without emptying your wallet. Gently worn clothing can accommodate anyone’s style for an affordable price. In some thrift stores, one may find the designer jeans they’ve always wanted for 50% the original price, and many thrift stores carry older... Read more »
“The Hobbit” offers adventure, stunning effects
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
January 7, 2013
Filed under A&E, Movie Reviews
“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” captivates audiences with its stunning visual effects, as well as its fast paced and intriguing storyline. On December 14, the highly anticipated film was released, the first of a three part film adaption to J.R.R. Tolkien’s novel “The Hobbit.” With high... Read more »
Tame Impala’s “Lonerism” unique and mesmerizing
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
November 12, 2012
Filed under A&E, Music Reviews
Originating in Perth, Australia, psychedelic rockers Tame Impala released their sophomore album, “Lonerism,” on October 9 in the U.S. Unlike their debut album which emphasized the use of heavier guitars, this album is more synthesized, and resembles Tame Impala’s more experimental side. Band member,... Read more »
The Killers combine new and old sounds on “Battle Born”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
October 29, 2012
Filed under A&E, Music Reviews
Approaching on four years since The Killers last studio album, the Las Vegas based rock band makes an impressive return with their latest release “Battle Born.” The band’s latest work hit the indie rock world on September 18, proving that The Killers can still draw in rock fans, with their intense... Read more »
Arctic Monkeys – “R U Mine?”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
October 2, 2012
Filed under Featured Songs
The Arctic Monkeys latest single “R U Mine?” may have been released last February, but it seems to never get old. With strong guitar beats, and heavy drums keeping tempo, lead singer Alex Turner’s heavily accented voice rocks along this intense garage rock sound, making “R U Mine?” a song to... Read more »
Grizzly Bear – Sleeping Ute
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
September 27, 2012
Filed under Featured Songs
With new album “Shields” released September 18, Grizzly Bear’s first single off the album, “Sleeping Ute,” explores new sounds while still having the same folk rock sound they became popular with. The song has a hint of rock, mixed with Grizzly Bear’s usually folky sound, making the overall... Read more »
Animal Collective combines best elements for “an experimental masterpiece”
Megan Pohle, Staff Writer
September 14, 2012
Filed under A&E, Music Reviews, Top Stories
Animal Collective’s new album, “Centipede Hz”, released to the public September 3, combines both mindless experimentation and calculated lyrics, two sides of Animal Collective that rarely intertwine. After the success of their most recent record, “Merriweather Post Pavilion,” it’s hard to... Read more »
