Staff Profile
Molly Eldevik –– Staff Writer
Hot, funny, smart, fabulous, loquacious. These are only a few of the words that you could use to describe Molly Eldevik. When she’s not busy hanging out with her immense group of friends or spending time with her boyfriend, Ryan Gosling, she enjoys being an avid athlete. Her favorite sports include downing Starbucks iced lattes, watching “Mean Girls” while impeccably quoting every burn, and reading abundant amounts of honorable publications such as Us Magazine and In-Touch Weekly. She also enjoys watching “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” marathons until her IQ drops 20 points, and some of her life inspirations include Lindsay Lohan and Susan Boyle. This year she plans on beating out Sharpay Evans for the lead spot in the East High musical, falling in love with the star basketball player, and writing many thought provoking pieces for the Knight Errant.
New gun control measures need to ensure a safer society
Sarah Karels and Molly Eldevik
May 20, 2013
Filed under Opinions
Following the horrific violence seen at Sandy Hook elementary, a shooting that killed 20 children and six educators, support for gun control measures soared. Up to 60 percent of the country supported revising gun control laws, and up to 90 percent supported universal background checks. However, five... Read more »
Sons of the East–”Hold On”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
April 20, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
For fans of the folk-rock sound of Mumford and Sons, Sons of the East released their single “Hold On” this past March. This track starts slowly with heavy vocals but quickly moves into a banjo filled symphony of indie folk. Sons of the East definitely have a more indie sound and southern twang than... Read more »
Van Stee–”Color in the Paper Planes”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
April 12, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Minneapolis band Van Stee, set to play Basilica Block Party this summer, just released their debut album, “We Are”, this past March. This album includes the danceable, indie pop track “Color in the Paper Planes” which has been getting a decent rotation on The Current’s playlist. “Color in... Read more »
Kid Ashtray–”The Mess”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
April 8, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Norwegian indie-pop group, Kid Astray, released their debut single, “The Mess”, this past November. The Mess is very poppy, upbeat, and retro which shows off Kid Astray’s similar sound to Phoenix. And just in time for summer, Kid Astray released their first EP last month, “Easily Led Astray,”... Read more »
Fitz and the Tantrums–”Out of My League”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
April 4, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
The anticipation for Fitz and The Tantrum’s upcoming album, “More Than Just a Dream” , surged after they released their newest track “Out of My League”. The soul/indie pop band stays true to their retro vibe and ability to produce insanely catchy music, but this single also suggests that Fitz... Read more »
With modern families there is no ‘normal family’
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
April 3, 2013
Filed under Opinions
Acclaimed sitcoms “The New Normal” and “Modern Family” are at the forefront of a societal revolution. No matter how much I laugh or cry at the ridiculousness of the scenes, when I watch these shows I cannot deny a sense of relation; even though I am not an adopted child with two dads, I can relate... Read more »
Different viewpoints essential to cultivating knowledge and forming opinions
Michelle Sauer and Molly Eldevik
February 19, 2013
Filed under Opinions
It is important to be surrounded by differing opinions while developing your own viewpoints. Religiously, politically, or morally differing opinions help clarify all the sides to arguments and fully educate people. Religion classes at BSM, by shutting out access to any contrary opinions, hinder students... Read more »
Little Comets – “Bridge Burn”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
February 14, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Britain continuously produces quality indie bands, and Little Comets is no exception. They released their EP “Jennifer and Other Short Stories” in May of last year, boasting the track “Bridge Burn.” With its mildly retro feel and atypical sound, “Bridge Burn” is a must-listen for any Vampire... Read more »
Anthony Green – “Only Love” (feat. Nate Ruess)
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
February 13, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Anthony Green teamed up with lead singer of fun., Nate Ruess, on his 2012 album “Beautiful Things” to create the song “Only Love.” The beat of this track with the addition of Ruess’s guest vocals makes it strikingly reminiscent of a fun. song yet it also offers distinct and addicting qualities... Read more »
Coasts – “Oceans”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
January 30, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Up and coming British band “Coasts” will be releasing their first single “Oceans” on February 25. With its addicting upbeat rhythm, “Oceans” is an indie rock song with a sound somewhat comparable to The Wombats or even Two Door Cinema Club. Hopefully, this will be the first of many great... Read more »
Rave: “Real Housewives”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
January 29, 2013
Filed under Rants & Raves
Every Sunday and Monday night for the past six months, I’ve had a ritual of pushing my homework aside and planting my butt on the couch to watch a glorious series: Bravo’s "Real Housewives." Whether these attention hungry, middle aged women are from New Jersey, Atlanta, or Beverly Hills, they somehow... Read more »
Ben Howard – “Esmerelda”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
January 25, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
After the success of his outstanding 2011 album, "Every Kingdom," Ben Howard’s Burgh Island EP was an equally impressive follow-up. One of the best songs off this EP is “Esmerelda.” Howard stays true to his strong folk presence with a slow and moody build up mostly comprised of acoustic instruments.... Read more »
Yuna – “Lullabies”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
January 24, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Malaysian singer/songwriter Yuna released her self titled album last April, and since then has been garnering much attention for her soulful music. This album features her song “Lullabies” which is slightly reminiscent of something Adele might sing with a slightly poppy chorus sung with heartfelt... Read more »
The Neighbourhood – “Wires”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
January 22, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Californian five-piece The Neighbourhood released their EP “I’m Sorry...” this past August. While the spotlight of this EP was their hit “Sweater Weather,” there were also songs like “Wires,” a slightly dark sounding track with lyrics to match. With a debut album expected in 2013, The Neighbourhood... Read more »
Yeasayer – “Reagan’s Skeleton”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
January 16, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Yeasayer is a New York based band that’s well known for their exceptional psychedelic pop music. Their most recent effort “Fragrant World” features the track “Reagan’s Skeleton,” which can only be described as a pandemonium of sound combined with an extremely catchy chorus that results in... Read more »
Among Savages – “Terrified”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
January 15, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Tennessee based artist, Among Savages, released his album “Wanderings of an Illustrative Mind” in January of last year. This album has yet to gain much attention in the music world but it features many phenomenal tracks, like “Terrified.” This song has an alternative sound mixed with a slightly... Read more »
Local Natives – “Breakers”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
January 14, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Indie rockers, Local Natives, released their single “Breakers” in October of this past year. This track, which will also be featured on their upcoming album, “Hummingbird,” has a slightly chaotic feel and is contrasted with mellow lyrics. Overall, “Breakers” is a great single by the Local... Read more »
Surviving public displays of affection
Molly Eldevik and Taylor Rogers
January 12, 2013
Filed under Humor
There’s nothing better than struggling to sandwich through love-blind couples blocking classroom doorways and pretending not to notice passionate make-out sessions in the basement––not to mention those uncomfortable freshman lovers that drift through the theater hallway. Call me biased because... Read more »
Strange Names – “Potential Wife”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
January 10, 2013
Filed under Featured Songs
Minneapolis based pop duo Strange Names released their self titled EP this past September which boasts the outstanding song, “Potential Wife.” This catchy track has a retro sound with an upbeat rhythm that will put you in a good mood. Strange names is definitely an impressive up and coming Minnesota... Read more »
Beach House – “Other People”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
December 17, 2012
Filed under Featured Songs
Pop duo, Beach House, released their fourth studio album, Bloom, in May of this past year. This album boasts their hit “Myth” but also features the fantasy pop track “Other People." “Other People” has a dreamy beat matched with lead singer Victoria Legrand’s calming voice which gives the... Read more »
Bastille – “Sleepsound”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
November 28, 2012
Filed under Featured Songs
British band Bastille released their Overjoyed EP in April of this past year. This EP features the band’s more popular song “Overjoyed,” but it also features “Sleepsong,” a pop/alternative track that becomes immediately addictive after the first listen. “Sleepsong” has a sound that is slightly... Read more »
Rant: 18+ Venues
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
November 24, 2012
Filed under Rants & Raves
When my favorite band books a show in my local area to perform, I immediately start fangirling with excitement. But 90 percent of the time that excitement quickly dissipates when I find out that their concert takes place at an 18 plus venue. People my age can only go to a concert if Katy Perry performs... Read more »
The Lighthouse and the Whaler – “Pioneers”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
November 19, 2012
Filed under Featured Songs
Ohio based, indie-pop band, The Lighthouse and the Whaler, released the single “Pioneers” in March of this past year. This indie pop track is a hipster’s dream that features xylophones and upbeat lyrics. “Pioneers” was also featured on The Lighthouse and The Whaler’s latest album, “This... Read more »
Patrick Watson – “Luscious Life”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
November 11, 2012
Filed under Featured Songs
Canadian-bred singer/songwriter Patrick Watson received a decent amount of success after performing “To Build a Home” (a song that I highly recommend) with the Cinematic Orchestra in 2007, but his second studio album “Closer to Paradise” has gone under the radar in America. The song “Luscious... Read more »
Taylor Swift: overhyped
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
November 1, 2012
Filed under Opinions
I will never ever-ever be a Taylor Swift fan. Like, ever. She’s a beautiful girl who has worked hard for her success, but I cannot stand one more song about her hapless romances that all end in shaming her exes and rivals. Whether it be a 27-second-over-the-phone breakup with Joe Jonas, or the infamous... Read more »
The Paper Kites – “Willow Tree March”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
October 24, 2012
Filed under Featured Songs
Unsigned Australian band The Paper Kites released their “Woodland” EP in August of last year. This EP boasts many excellent folk/indie songs with “Willow Tree March” being one of the best. The song starts out peacefully, but soon goes into a rush of folk-sounding beats contrasted with mellow... Read more »
Daughter – “Smother”
Molly Eldevik, Staff Writer
October 18, 2012
Filed under Featured Songs
British band Daughter released two EP’s this past March and––with a full length album yet to be announced––continue to deliver phenomenal singles. The most recent of these singles is “Smother.” Lead singer Elena Tonra’s soothing Florence Welch-esque voice mixed with the moody, soft background... Read more »
