March 2017 • Volume XXII • Issue 5

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Yo u t h Tow n H a l l C u l i n a ry S h ow d ow n Spring Break Miss out on Culinary Academy’s awesome food. Read the Showdown recap on page 2.

Read about the inspiring speakers from the Desert Town Hall Series on pages 4 and 5.

No plans for Spring Break?

Consider our suggestions on page 12.

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March 2017 Volume XXII Issue 5

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Italian Five-Foot Mouse Makes an Students Enjoy Winter WonAppearance with Blackhawks on Broadway derland at LQ Winter Ball Omar Hassan Karis Johnson Copy Editor

Reporter/Poet

Blackhawks on Broadway took center stage on March 8 with their free performance of the Italian Amateur Hour. The 50-minute long production was jam-packed with solos, acting, and, of course, an abundance of ensemble numbers.

Much of the show held humorous overtones in its numbers. For example, “Pepino,” a solo by Rebecca Henein (12), served as a perfect example for the show’s comedic mood. As she sung about an irritating mouse in her home, she was startled by an actress in a mouse costume and chased the rodent until conquering it by the end of the number.

Notwithstanding the production's comical songs, there were also several touching, heartfelt solos for the fans of classical performances. “Oh, Marie!” and “Baci a me,” sung

by Jaime Pajarito (12) and Angelica Acosta (12), respectively, proved so as they sung about romance in both English and Italian (as was much of the show).

“It was really hard to get

my solo. Ms. Ridilla really wanted me to get those high notes even though I kept telling her ‘Hey, can you pitch it down a bit lower?!’” Pajarito laughed.

The entire show was also accompanied by Ms. Ridilla on the piano. “I loved it because we only had two rehearsals [and we only started] after Christmas, near the beginning of the second semester,” Ridilla shared. “Blackhawks on Broadway is just fun — it’s just a spoof!”

The performance left the audience with smiles as they recorded a girl chasing a five-

Photo Credit: Omar Hassan

foot mouse around stage, the cast singing “Happy Birthday” to a member’s Italian mother, and Michael Choma (12) sensually singing and grinding into a faux microphone.

“Everything turned out well, we put a lot of hard work into it,” said Anysiya Perez (12). “We were proud of ourselves in the end, and we had fun, which was the main focus — to have fun!” Overall, the night ended with oodles of flower bouquets, pictures, laughs, hugs, smiles and a fallen rodent — this was no cheesy way to end a Wednesday. *drops mic*

This year's Winter Ball dance was held in La Quinta High School’s Blackhawk gym on Saturday, February 25 from 7 p.m.-11 p.m. The dance was appropriately winter-themed, with a background set up behind the DJ that included Christmas trees covered in snow and blue luminous lights that imitated snow falling in a winter wonderland.

Many Blackhawks joined the dance and were able to enjoy the music, people and activities, like the photo booth.

Snacks such as brownies, cookies, candy, and chips were set out for everyone to have their share. Water was also available for the attendees, especially those students breaking a sweat on the dance floor.

The nominees for Winter Ball court included twentyfour students, six from each class. Towards the end of the night the winners were announced and those who won claimed their crowns and sashes in front of their peers.

Justin Kersey and Jada Olivarez won for the freshmen class, Aiden Barlow and Makaela Brown were the sophomore winners, and Cesar Es-

quivel and Vanessa Pompa took home the crown for the junior class. The winners for king and queen of the senior class of 2017 went to Dominic Urrutia and Marleen Lopez.

After claiming their victories, the royal court briefly slow danced on the platforms that had been lit with shades of blue. The music eventually sped back up and everyone danced again until the night came to a close around 11 p.m.

Urrutia commented, “I want to thank my senior classmates for this humbling distinction. This has been an evening I won't soon forget.”

Photo Credit: Karis Johnson

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2 School News

Students Rock it Out at the Winter Rally

John Doyle Reporter

On February 24, La Quinta High School held its annual Winter Rally during fourth period in preparation for Winter Ball and to celebrate the achievements of the winter sports season. The rally started with the introduction of the girls’ and boys’ soccer, girls’ water polo, and wrestling teams.

The LQ dance and JV varsity cheer performed for the crowd. The dance team featured songs from the hip-hop genre while varsity cheer did their usual acrobatic stunts.

The Dreams Come True club talked to the crowd to grant students’ wishes. Among them was Julia Castro (11), who had undergone a serious, but successful surgery. Another student, Cheyenne Chapa (10), received a gift card to Costco to get an eye exam and a new pair of glasses to replace her old ones.

The most exciting part of the rally was when the jazz band performed with psychology and government teacher, Mr. Ussery, who jammed on the drums and caught the crowd's attention with the

songs “Toxicity” by System Of A Down and “Uptown Funk”

by Mark Ronson. “It felt awesome!” said Mr. Ussery. “Playing with a big band is every drummer’s dream because you get to feel like Buddy Rich for a moment in time!”

A member of the jazz band, Grant Garcia (12) said, “It was a great time! My other musicians and I had lots of fun. By the looks of it, everyone else had fun as well.”

At one point, Activities Director and English teacher, Ms. Smith, recognized the security staff at our school due to how well they protect the student body.

“The celebration of sports at the end of the season and the promotion of school spirit drives the rallies to be exciting and fun for the students.” said Ms. Smith.

A Culinary Showdown for Cancer Awareness

Sahara Garcia Art Editor

Not only does the culinary program host chef-competition showdowns, they also manage a series of charity showdowns.

The most recent event, which took place on February 26, was dedicated to the American Cancer Society.

The five cancer survivors who were the inspiration to the chef’s dishes were DSUSD Public Information Officer Mary Perry, LQHS’ Mario Quintero and Morgan Sowell, and community members Tim Upschyk and Diane Nieder-

man.

The emcees for the night were Bianca Rae, the morning anchor from KESQ News Channel 3, Sahara Garcia (12), a student from the culinary program, and Isabelle Clark (11), a student from the Medical Health Academy.

The chefs for the night were Tony France from the JW Marriott, Drew Davis from Catalan, Herve from The Parker Palm Springs, Roman Blas from Over the Rainbow, Jorge Martinez from the Cliffhouse, and Jeremy Saccardi from Big Rock Pub. During the affair, six chefs

Wind Symphony and Concert Band Earn High Honors

Gracie Montaño Reporter

The LQ Wind Symphony entertained a crowd on March 10 while Concert Band performed on March 11 at the Indio High School theater, where 25 schools from around the Coachella Valley competed at the annual District Festival.

Both groups played for four judges and an anticipating audience.

The Wind Symphony per-

formed two pieces entitled “Longford Legend,” composed

by Robert Sheldon, as well as “Rippling Watercolors,” composed by Brian Balmages. The talented group was one of two groups who received a “superior,” the highest placement.

Grant Garcia (12), an alto saxophonist who played two solos, shared, “Our performance was a great run and I felt good about it afterwards. ” Concert Band received the second highest placement, an “excellent,” and performed three songs named “Moscow 1941,” composed by Brian Balmages, “Spoon River,”

arranged by Michael Story and “Darkheart,” composed by Randall D. Standridge. Flute player Marvin Macias (10) commented, “We [scored] an 8 out of 10, which is pretty good.”

prepared healthy dinner courses, including a baby kale salad, roasted fingerlings and mache, lamb meatballs, pan seared diver scallops, maine lobster, and a limoncello cake. $3400 in total was raised for the American Cancer Society.

“Being honored at the ACS showdown was actually a healing experience for me, as being in a community that supports other cancer survivors was very h u m bling,” shared Quintero, w h o teaches Success 101 and Spanish.

“I really was not expecting the feelings that I walked away with that night and it really let me know that it is important to acknowledge people who have cancer and to be very supportive. So for me, going to the showdown is something I won’t forget. I’m very thankful to Mr. Webb and the American Cancer Society for providing that to us,” he added.

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SCHOOL NEWS 3 LGBT Community’s Time to Shine at 2017 Rainbow Youth Summit

Madison Ivy Copy Editor

Rainbow Youth Summit has been an annual event founded

by Safe Schools and hosted by Desert Sands Unified School District for seven years.

In 2017, upcoming events, such as Pride Prom, aim to continue supporting lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender students and their allies despite social hardships developed by a particularly suppressing political season.

Heels for Healing is a charity event on Wednesday, April 12 that specializes in the prevention of bullying. The Palm Springs Drag Queens will lip sync, dance and provide various forms of entertainment.

Many of these returning enter-

tainers were seen performing at Rainbow Youth Summit, including Bella Da Ball, who was voted Best Drag Personality by the Desert Sun this year.

Furthermore, morning classes and other provided educational workshops ranging

from headdress maintenance to parenting advice.

Former GSA president and LQHS graduate Destiny Gould shared, “As weird as it sounds, we were taught a lot about safe sex.”

LQ’s current GSA president, Zoe Hammons (11), elaborated, “We had around 20 students from our club go; the panels and speakers were amazing! It’s definitely a day to remember and look forward to every year.”

To learn more about LGBT events hosted around the desert, visit safeschoolsdc.org

Denise Severance Says Goodbye to LQ and Enters Retirement

Denise Severance Guest Columnist

I love working with numbers and I always have. No matter where I worked over the last 40+ years, that has been my role—to solve problems and crunch numbers.

However, it was when I began working for La Quinta High School seven years ago as an accounting tech that I was able to see more of my contribution in action.

The challenge of this job has made the years fly by. Working side-by-side with teachers and administrators to make sure the budget was balanced and expenses were paid gave me the unique opportunity to see the inner workings of our

school and pave the way for others to do their job well without additional worry or distraction.

As I transition into this next

phase of my life, I hope the LQHS students and staff know how much their relationships have meant to me. I may be laying down the school ledger, but my love for numbers will live on. Now, I will be looking at angles for my golf swing and counting the days until spring in my garden, but LQHS and its impact on my life will not be forgotten.

After retirement, I will be taking a trip to Arkansas to spend a few days with my oneyear-old granddaughter. She will be a student soon, and I hope that she will be surrounded by the same quality educators that I have had the pleasure of partnering with over the last seven years.

LQ Students Participate in Youth and Government

Viviana Dominguez Reporter

The Youth and Government Club began in 1936 when founder Clement Duran made it his priority to ensure that students in the United States were aware of how the legal process functions. Every city in California has a delegation and students in the Coachella Valley participate in the Desert Family delegation in P a l m Desert.

The club is a model legislature and court program for all high school students; there are no requirements in terms of grades or classes, but there is a cost of $1,500 to join the program.

The program consists of three trips - training and elections I, training and elections II, and model legislature court - where students from all delegations come together to work on court cases, legislature, and bills.

At the first trip, students elect officers statewide and gain exposure to different roles. In the second confer-

ence, students pick a role from the court or education branches and begin training.

On the final trip, which occurs in Sacramento, students complete their roles by creating bills or legislatures. If they are passed, the students are able to read their proposals to actual senators, which can later influence the senators’ bills.

To account for the high cost, there are scholarships available for students to partake in the l i f e changing experie n c e .

A n i k a Hess (12) h a s started her own fundraiser selling bracelets to help students stay in the program. She hopes to see a noticeable difference next year with the funds. As to why more students should join, she said, “It’s the best thing to ever happen to me. I keep up with many friends across the valley [through the program]. If you want to improve yourself mentally and socially, it’s the best thing you could possibly do.”

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An International Gathering for the 35th La Quinta Arts Festival

Thao Nguyen Reporter

The 35th annual La Quinta Arts Festival is a four day event that started on March 2 and concluded on March 5. The arts festival is ranked in the nation’s top three festivals and is hosted by the nonprofit La Quinta Arts Foundation.

The event was held at La Quinta’s Civic Center campus where food, drinks, activities and entertainment were offered. Attendees from all over the world also helped the arts foundation raise funds for emerging artists by awarding a total of $1.23 million in college scholarships.

More than 200 artists from across the country showcased their work for art lovers and collectors to witness a cultural

Left and Right Unite at 2017 Youth Town Hall

Emily Martinez Reporter

fine art environment. Artists expressed how the La Quinta event is one of the few events they wish to participate in as they view La Quinta as a unique niche for creators.

Many displayed their photography, sculptures, paintings, and discussed how they found their passion. Artists even welcomed criticism and openly talked about the origins

of their work.

Other than the creators from 40 out of 50 states, artists from Argentina, Canada, Czech Republic, and Nicaragua featured their artwork against a backdrop of the Santa Rosa Mountains. These artists were selected from a pool of more than a thousand and hope their public displays will inspire their audience.

A group of high school students from around the valley were invited to attend Youth Town Hall at the Esmeralda in Indian Wells. The event included special speakers including Paul Begala, political commentator from CNN and Tucker Carlson, political news correspondent from Fox News.

The students were treated to dinner and then taken to a small conference room for a group session with assemblymen Chad Mayes and Eduardo Garcia. They spoke about the challenges of being in different political parties and the issues surrounding Washington, D.C. Assemblyman Mayes stated, “I believe we are all

Federer Proves to be Betterer at 2017 BNP

Bailey Franklin Reporter

One of the Coachella Valley’s biggest industries is tourism, notably the massive tennis tournament held annually at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, the BNP Paribas Open. This year it was from March 6 to March 19. The tournament drew crowds of tennis fans worldwide. The venue also has the second largest permanent tennis stadium in the world, housing 29 permanent courts. Despite not being one of the four Grand Slams, it’s the most attended outside of those.

Girls’ varsity tennis player Mlen Azurin (11) said, “Having the BNP close to home is really

nals match was on Satu r d a y , March 18 and the winners were Yung-Jan Chan of Chinese Taipei and Martina Hingis from Switzerland.

They defeated Lucie Hradrecka Photo Credit: bnpparibasopen.com and Katerina Siniakova, encouraging and exciting as a both from the Czech Republic. tennis player myself. I have the Saturday’s attendees witopportunity to surround mynessed the men’s doubles final. self with other players and fans in a way that's uncommon Rajeev Ram of the United States and Raven Klaasen of other times in the year.”

South Africa took a win against The women’s doubles fi-

Lukasz Kubot of Poland and Marcelo Melo of Brazil.

The women’s singles finals led to a battle between Svetlana Kuznetsova and Elena Vesnina in a tightly matched, all-Russian final. Kuznetsova took the first set in a tiebreaker. Vesnina won the second and third set, making her the women’s singles champion.

This year’s men’s singles finals consists of Roger Federer and Stan Wawrinka, both Swiss natives. In the first set, Federer won six games to Wawrinka’s four. In the second and final set, Federer won seven and Wawrinka five. Federer won, taking the title for the fifth time.

Americans, Californians, and we have to work together to achieve what we want.”

After the Q&A, the assemblymen introduced the key speakers for the night, Begala and Carlson. They spoke humorously about their experiences working together and how they remained friends despite their differences in politics.

The two once worked together on a former late night political debate program called “Crossfire”, which aired on CNN. The show focused on debates between liberals and conservatives and, at the time, the 2004 election.

When a student asked about working with people of the opposite party, Carlson said, “I’m going to keep a part of my mind open and listen because they may be right.”

The presentation ended with a friendly debate among students about getting along with others despite having different political views and how everyone can learn to accept each party for the better of the community.

Attendee Tyler Alexander (11) said, “I learned a little bit more about the opposite views and how [people] can work together and be friends, while at the same time disagree on certain things.”

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Destination: Riverside County Fair and Nat’l Date Fest Sahara Garcia Art Editor

The 71st annual Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival took place this year from February 17-26 at the usual fairgrounds in Indio. The festival included countless unhealthy fair food stands, the classic dangerous carnival rides, a petting zoo, livestock, camel and pony rides, a monster truck show, an ostrich race, psychedelic psychics, and art galleries. Unfortunately, four people got stabbed on Sunday, Feb. 19 (great security, right?).

This year, the concert headliners were The Eli Young Band, Voz de Mando, Cheap Trick, and WAR. On Sunday, Feb. 26, Super Fiesta Sunday performed with Los Dareyes de la Sierra and Sonora Santanera.

Every year, Tough Guys & Gals perform their dance routine at the festival. Mrs. Prahl commented, “We’ve been performing there for 23 years and we’ve evolved from 50 students to about 160 students performing. We’ve also evolved from line dancing to creating our own projects to perform. After 23 years, we’re still having fun and we’re still the one’s to watch at the fair!”

The ladies in the pageant court, all students from La

Quinta High School, were Ngan Nyugen (12) as Queen Scheherazade, Alyssa Moffatt (12) as Princess Dunyazade, and Maya Jones (12) as Princess Jasmine. The court promotes the date festival at multiple city events and they participate in a pageant show during the fair.

Naturally, the Date Festival is always a time of family fun and good laughs. Everyone in the valley is in great anticipation for next year!

Models Strut at the Annual El Paseo Fashion Show

Thao Nguyen Reporter

Known to be the best in the west, the 12th annual Fashion Week El Paseo’s opening night began on March 18 and ended on March 25 with a CD Greene Finale. The fashion shows were held at the Gardens on El Paseo and appealed to couture

consumers with a surplus of designers showcasing their new clothing lines.

The opening night show featured men’s fashion designer, Christopher Bates, women’s sportswear designer, Adam Lippes, and red carpet designer, Mikael D. The night started with a cocktail reception where guests mingled, took photos against decorated tents and scenery, danced to music, and expressed themselves with their personal style.

The fashion show opened with menswear designed by Bates. The male models walked down the runway sporting neutral, cold colors, and accessorized monochromatic tote bags to display a grunge look.

Up next were the warm colored tent dresses by Lippes.

Designed in New York City with French and Italian fabrics, the dresses were flattering, floral, and flowed down the models.

The show ended with Mikael D’s dramatic, classic designs. Each dress portrayed a different era. There were princess gowns, cape-like dresses, short tulle dresses, 80’s styled bridal dresses, 20’s flapper dresses, and sequined jumpsuits.

After, guests talked to each other, took last minute photos, and complimented the models.

Other events of the week included Rosetta Getty, CD Greene, students from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, Project Runway, canine fashion, and trunk shows.

Rice and Cantil Empower Valley Students at Youth Town Hall

Kayleen Sullivan Co-Editor-in-Chief

On February 24, the Renaissance Esmeralda hosted the second 2017 Youth Town Hall event featuring former secretary of state for the Bush administration, Condoleezza Rice, and the new Chief Justice of California, Tani G. Cantil.

Cantil shared her inspiring journey to becoming the first minority female in California to run the judiciary system. She explained how she broke out of her shy disposition when she joined the debate team in college. Cantil described, “My courage built and built and built and at first I spoke out quietly until I was heard and emboldened.”

She reminded all of the students in the room that it is always important to be confident and speak out.

Rice was then introduced to the students and described how her humble background and hard work allowed her to achieve the success she has

today.

Rice went on to inspire the audience, specifically women and minorities, to not bother noticing the glass ceiling because it only matters what someone thinks they can accomplish not what others believe they can. Fernando Andrade (12) shared, “It was really empowering for a minority to hear that, especially because of her attitude about prejudice.

You don’t have to accept it, it doesn’t have to be your problem; it’s someone else’s problem.”

On the main stage, Rice highlighted the importance of immigrants in the country, and claimed that the biggest national security threat is with the K-12 educational system.

It was a truly inspiring night to be able to hear from these successful women whose presence was a reminder that as long as one works hard and possesses the drive, there are no obstacles in life.

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6 Newsy news

News Bytes

Gracie Montaño Reporter

● Yelp, a site and app used to find highly reviewed restaurants, mechanics, dentists, and almost any kind of business, is now advocating for genderneutral restrooms. The app now gives businesses, who set up their own account, the option to declare if they have single-stall bathrooms for any gender to use. ● Chuck Berry, the legendary guitarist, passed away on March 18 at 90 years old.

He is well known for his catchy rock ‘n’ roll music that mimicked piano-like melodies, upbeat guitar strumming, and for transforming the way people perceived blues and rock ‘n’ roll.

● On March 8, also International Women's Day, Iceland introduced a new legislation stating that businesses must prove that employees of both sexes are receiving equal pay for equal work. Those who could afford to take a day off of work participated in the marches and were encouraged to go shopping at businesses owned by women and those who were unable or could not afford to miss work wore red to demonstrate solidarity. ● College of the Desert and FIND Food Bank have collabo-

rated to aid students by distributing free food. The FIND food truck has delivered to the Palm Desert campus on March 14 and the Indio campus on March 22. This has helped aid the students who cannot afford to purchase food while they attend and pay for their college tuition. ●In 2014, 500 million Yahoo accounts were hacked.

The U.S. justice department in San Francisco is charging two Russian agents, Dmitry Aleksandrovich Dokuchaev and Igor Anatolyevich Sushchin and two criminal hackers from the Russian Federal Security Service for cyber crimes. This is the first time in the U.S. that charges have been pressed for cyber crimes, and the most monumental data breach in American history. The stolen information was used to spy on the White House, military, and Russian officials, and other businesses. ● Former New York Times reporter David Cay Johnston anonymously received two pages of a client copy of Trump’s 2005 taxes forms in his mail, which were later released for public viewing. News reporter Rachel Maddow from MSNBC was the first to announce the news. After White House officials confirmed that the copy was an authentic copy of Trump’s tax returns, they also revealed that Trump paid $38 million in taxes out of his $150 million earnings that year, which totals to a 25 percent tax rate. Despite what the tax forms show, there are important financial details missing in order to truly uncover how much Trump paid in taxes.

#RepealAndReplace: Republicans Divided on Obamacare Repeal

Jessica Porrelli Reporter

Last Friday, March 25, Speaker of the House Paul Ryan and President Donald Trump agreed to withdraw the American Health Care Bill, which would have repealed portions of the Affordable Care Act and keeping others intact, instead of seeing it defeated with a vote in the House of Representatives.

This follows Trump’s insistence that the bill be voted on, even though it was evident that there was not enough support for it to pass. Members of the House Freedom Caucus, a more conservative faction of the Republican Party, adamantly opposed the bill on the grounds that it did not do enough to eliminate certain aspects of Obamacare. This would have left the vote about ten to fifteen votes short, according to Ryan after the bill was pulled.

The American Health Care Bill, first drafted at the beginning of March, included provisions that would have repealed Obamacare subsidies and replaced them with new subsidies that provided tax credits based on age and income rather than income and cost of insurance in their area. It would have also removed the Obamacare requirement that

insurance companies provide coverage for ten essential benefits, such as emergency services, hospitalization, prescription drugs, lab work, and preventive care.

The Congressional Budget Office released a report on the first draft of the bill on March 13. It reported that the enactment of the A m e r i c a n Health Care Act “would reduce federal deficits by $337 billion over the coming decade and increase

the number of people who are uninsured by 24 million in 2026 relative to current law.”

Following amendments of the bill, another report was released and had similar findings. Such projections have led some organizations and liberal lawmakers, including the AARP and House Democrats, to oppose the legislation.

Currently, following its removal from the floor of the House, the future of healthcare in the United States remains uncertain, as Ryan stated, “[...]

Obamacare is the law of the land. It’s gonna remain the law of the land until it’s replaced.”

House Republicans may continue to change the bill in order to garner support from the Freedom Caucus or from House Democrats.

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What’s Up With?!?!? The Oscars Pull a

Mariana Escatell ●What’s up with Betsy ● What’s up with the DeVos wanting to get rid couple in Georgia who inAsst./ Photo Editor terrupted a little boy’s of free and reduced ●What’s up with Lady birthday party with Con- lunch?? That might be the Stephanie Do Gaga taking Beyonce’s federate flags, while only time some kids get to Reporter

Steve Harvey Mistake

place at Coachella?!?!??!?

We asked for Rihanna and this is what we got...

I want a refund. #notmyheadliner.

● What’s up with all the

“What in tarnation” memes??? It was funny when it began, but now it’s just getting old at this point.

shouting racial slurs and making armed threats?!?

After they were sentenced to 28 years in prison, the couple was crying claiming, “That wasn’t them, it wasn’t the way they acted...” What do you mean that isn’t you? Who was it, Casper the ghost???! ● What’s up with the Coachella website allegedly being hacked and false emails being sent out to ticket holders? If you can’t trust Coachella, who can you trust?

Is nothing sacred anymore!!!?

eat in a day, and she’s really going to take that away from students??

She’s just adding to the reasons why people dislike her... ● What’s up with Donald Trump? Sometimes I forget that he’s actually our president and it’s not just a bad episode of Punk’d. Ashton Kutcher, you can come out now. ●What’s up with Donald Trump proposing to remove the Pell Grant in 2018?!? He really just wants students to be in that much more debt, doesn’t he???

The Little Known History of March’s Most Exciting Holiday

Christian Rodriguez Reporter

March isn’t usually known for its holidays and most people can only think of one or two events that take place. Think of your favorite time in March.

Chances are, we are imagining the same celebration. Now, try to think of how it came to be.

Stumped? Don’t worry. Surprisingly, most people don’t know the history of this fun and exciting holiday.

The color green, a special plant, and maybe even a tiny person frolicking around these things might pop into your mind when you think of this holiday. Red light waves can’t travel as far underwater, so substances which usually reflect red light appear green at around 30 meters. Algae covers the surface of the ocean

floor. At a great enough depth, the pressure of the all the water is able to compress things to a much smaller size, which often leads to people thinking of a tiny person at the bottom of the ocean.

That’s right, the holiday we’re thinking of is Submarine Day, celebrated all around the

world on March 17.

Submarine Day is celebrated in remembrance of March 17, 1898, when John Philip Holland showed off his prototype submarine to the US Navy. This submersible, aptly named USS Holland, is considered to be the first modern

submarine created. It was also the first submarine to be commissioned to the United States Navy and British Royal Navy.

The day on which he sold his craft to the US Government is an American holiday, celebrated on April 11.

Humans can travel farther into the ocean than ever before, and new fauna and flora are being discovered every day. Its military advantage is unparalleled. Mapping the ocean is no longer an impossible dream. All these amazing feats are made reality by the wonderful and majestic submarine. Next time you find yourself in a submarine 1,600 feet into the Mariana Trench, surrounded by darkness and unknown terror, remember the brave efforts of John Philip Holland.

The Academy Awards is deemed as one of Hollywood’s biggest nights. From Chrissy Teigen falling asleep to the infamous best picture mishap, it was a night to remember. ABC aired the 89th award show on Sunday, February 26 at the Dolby. This year was hosted by first-timer Jimmy Kimmel, who is known for his talk show, Jimmy Kimmel Live.

Kimmel started the program with an opening monologue that touched on political controversy. He continued to inspire hope into the minds of the people by discussing how powerful actions are. He presented the idea to reach out to someone and have a “positive, considerate conversation: not as liberals or conservatives, but as Americans.” Coming to a conclusion, Kimmel put a twist on Trump’s slogan with a unified message, “We could all make America great again. It starts with us.”

After Kimmel’s introduction, the awards were given to the movies and actors/actresses who were thought to be the best of the year, as voted on by academy members. The male winners included Casey Affleck for his leading role in Manchester by the Sea, and Mahershala Ali for Best Supporting Actor in Moonlight. As for the female winners, Emma Stone won Best Actress for her role in La La Land and Best Supporting Actress was awarded to Viola Davis for Fences.

La La Land dominated

the Oscars and gained even more hype from the recognition it received. Making a musical contribution to the movie was John Legend with a medley performance of “City of Stars” and “Audition.” The movie also received Best Director for Damien Chazelle, Best Original Music Score, Best Cinematography, and Best Production Design.

The segment did not go as smoothly as hoped due to the best picture award mixup. Faye Dunaway and Warren Beatty presented the award, but the accountants from Pricewaterhouse Coopers accidentally gave them the wrong card by giving them the backup envelope for Actress in a Leading Role. Midway through La La Land’s acceptance speech, the mishap was addressed and the real winner, Moonlight claimed the stage in shock.

Although mistakes were made, it was still deemed a night for the record books.

People have noted that Kimmel was able to successfully maneuver through each issue with ease while being able to keep everyone laughing.

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Sports Wrap-ups 9 Girls’ Waterpolo Round Out Legendary Season

Maddie O’Barr Reporter

After a long streak of hard work and dedication, girls’ water polo has come to a close this season. In their last DVL game, the girls beat Indio High School with an astounding score of 23-3. Following the regular season, the team advanced to their first game of CIF, where they faced Peninsula at home. The girls fought with all they had, ending with a loss of 5-6. The Lady Blackhawks defied all odds this season, coming together as a team

Genaya Hollis Ad/ Copy Editor

Photo Credit: The Desert Sun

and embodying what it meant to put everything on the line.

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23-3 5-6

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LQ Boys’ Basketball are 2017 DVL Champs!

Vanessa Barboza Reporter

The LQ boys’ basketball team entered the DVL Championship game at Palm Springs High School on February 10, hoping to bring home another DVL title. The Blackhawks had an overtime victory with a score of 54-53. Senior Captain Marcelo Zepeda knew it was not going to be an easy win since their last match on January 18 against Palm Springs was a tight game, with a score of 58-56.

Throughout the game, neither team dominated with more than six points in the lead. With eight seconds remaining, the Indians had possession of the ball but could not break the tie, sending the game into overtime. Point guard Pierce Sterling (10) gave La Quinta a cushion over Palm Springs with six points made in the extra four minutes. With a one point lead in the last six seconds, an excellent defensive play was made by Zepeda, who blocked a shot under the PS basket as the ending buzzer sounded. “This whole title and comeback from two years ago

Boys’ Soccer Makes it to Quarterfinals

was a process. There were some big shoes to fill in like Jared Broadhead and Kameron Dashner,” Zepeda said. “We knew the future was bright, and it still is.”

Unfortunately, the LQ Blackhawks fell short in the first round of CIF against Burbank on February 15. The team was down three points in the last minute, but could not come through, forcing them to foul. Burbank scored five free throw shots in the remaining minute to win the game with a score of 65-59.

Jordan Shetrone (12) Photo Credit: Vanessa Barboza 2/10 2/15

Boys’ Basketball Palm Springs Burbank

54-53 Win 59-65 Loss

The boys’ varsity soccer had their first CIF game on February 17 against Chaffey High School. With the game going into overtime with a solid 1-1, the team was able to pull out a victory due to an amazing goal by Lucas Rosales (12), ending the match with a score of 2-1.

On February 22, they played Bloomington High School. They won 2-0 with goals made by Andy Teran (12) and Rosales, advancing them to the quarterfinals of CIF. The boys then played at home on Feb. 25 against Santa Maria. It was an intense game as neither of the teams scored until overtime. Santa Maria scored a goal in the last few

seconds of overtime, which resulted in a heartbreaking loss for LQ. The crowd was stunned by the sudden goal and felt empathy towards the boys on the field as they made it so far through the season.

“This team deserves a lot more recognition than it received, [as it’s] one of the best teams the valley has ever seen

Chris Avalos (12) Photo Credit: Vanessa Barboza

no doubt,” said team captain, Nick Stange (12). He added, “This game was unfortunate because it could have gone either way, but it just didn’t go our way for whatever reason.”

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Boys’ Soccer

Chaffey Bloomington Santa Maria

2-1 2-0 0-1

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Girls’ Soccer CIF Run Cut Short in Round 2

Kayleen Sullivan Co-Editor-in-Chief

The La Quinta girls’ soccer team finished out DVL with two handy wins against Indio and Palm Springs to secure their fifth consecutive DVL title. The Palm Springs match on February 10 was the Lady Blackhawks’ senior night and the final home game of the season. The seniors were surrounded by colorful bouquets, balloons, and a player’s promenade as they delivered their dedications and thanks to coaches and loved ones.

The graduating seniors from this year’s team included Megan Ibarra, Jianna Guerrero, Taylor Doyle, Reanna Rivera, Lyndsey Knowles, Jaylene Manion, Belen Jimenez, Kayleen Sullivan, Lauren

Elaina Leon (11) Photo Credit: Mariana Escatell

Costello, Alexi Mejia, and Devyn Utter.

The first CIF game took place on Feb. 16 at home against Valley View High

School. Despite Valley View getting the initial score, LQ came back with two quick goals and were able to hold them off the rest of the game. This 2-1 victory allowed LQ to advance to the second round of CIF with a match against Paloma Valley.

The Blackhawks had the home advantage once again, but were unable to finish several shots on goal to come back from a 0-1 deficit ending La Quinta’s run into the playoffs.

Captain Manion expressed, “It was my favorite season out of the four years. We definitely had a strong bond and I love these girls with all my heart.”

Girls’ Soccer 2/8 2/10 2/16 2/21

Indio Palm Springs Valley View Paloma Valley

11-0 5-0 2-1 0-1

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Wrestling Ends the Season with Pins and Wins

Juan Puga Reporter

The LQ boys’ wrestling team finished off the 2016-17 season with a well-fought battle at the CIF Masters and CIF Coastal Division. Led by Coach Flores, the team had numerous wins this season in both DVL and CIF. The Blackhawks finished seventh out of 51 schools in the CIF Coastal Division on February 17-18. Jacob Tessandore (12) finished the season with first place in the 138 pound division, where he was able to pin his final opponent in the third period. Joey Garcia (11) and Noel Magallanes (11) aided the team with a fourth place finish in the 145 pound and 160 pound weight classes, respectively.

At the CIF Masters on Feb. 24-25, both Garcia and Magal-

lanes went 1-2 at the meet before the season came to an end, while Tessandore went 4-3 and finished tenth in his weight class. Despite their best efforts, they were unable to compete in State due to their low placing.

Flores stated, “I’m proud of my boys. They kicked some [butt] and made some noise. I expect us to do the same next year.”

Track Races for a Fifth Consecutive DVL Title

Evelyn Sarabia Co-Editor-in-Chief

Girls: The Lady Blackhawks kicked off the DVL season against the Palm Desert Aztecs on March 9. Francine Ansley (10) came in first for both the 800m (2:32.55) and the 1600m run (5:39.10), reaching times that already allowed her to qualify for DVL Prelims in May. Harmonie Malengo (10) threw the discus 109-11 meters, landing her in first. She then earned a mark of 27-05.50 meters for the shot put, landing her in second. The girls won the meet with an overall score of 93-34.

On March 16, the Lady Blackhawks faced the DVL newcomers Shadow Hills.

Here, the girls performed a sweep in the 100m hurdles by

freshman Karina Ojeda (17.55), Kiara Jackson (11) (17.77), and senior returner Katelyn Jackson (17.8). Another sweep was carried out by the long jumpers. Isabella Fakehaney (9) jumped 15’9, Kiara Jackson jumped 15’2, and Taylor Farrell (10) jumped 14’9. The meet included many new personal and seasonal PR’s and concluded with a team score of 74.5-47.5.

At the Beaumont Cougar Classic Invite on March 18, varsity returner Alana Wilson (11) placed second in the 400m with a time of 1:01.68. Skyla Curtis (12) raced in at 50.43 in the 300m hurdles and received third place overall.

Boys: When the Blackhawks faced the Knights, there was an

Girls’ and Boys’ Swim Kickstart into a Successful Season

Maddie O’Barr Reporter Bailey Franklin Reporter

Girls: Under the new coaching staff of Stephanie Henderson and Ashley Kueneman, the young team is making an incredible attack for success. As the coaches have a wide range of experience in their pocket, the girls are working with rigor. The team came back with five returning varsity players and three seniors. This year’s style of student leadership has also changed, with Madison O’Barr (12) as the head captain and Jordan Nadler (11) and Hannah Durkee (11) sharing the co-captain role.

The first meet of the season went head-to-head with

Granite Hills High School on March 1, as the girls claimed their first win against the upand-coming school. They then continued their winning streak by defeating Palm Desert on March 9 and Shadow Hills on March 16. They will attempt to maintain this DVL success on March 30 against Xavier High School at the Palm Desert Aquatic Center.

Boys:

The La Quinta boys’ swim team has started off the season with a win against Granite Hills High School. It was a close meet as they won by one point in one of the last few races and were uncertain if they would take home the victory due to a near disqualification in an event.

Their second meet was against Palm Desert High School on March 9, where the

Blackhawks were able to pull through with a victory.

On Thursday, March 16, the boys were kept on their toes throughout the meet, and ended up with a devastating loss against Shadow Hills. Losing by only two points, it was their first loss in a number of years.

Varsity swimmer Adam Jacobson (10) said, “I think we’ve had a good start to the season but there’s definitely still room for improvement.

We lost some valuable seniors last year, leaving us at a slight disadvantage; but, we have great potential.”

Girls’ Swim 3/1 3/9 3/16

Granite Hills Palm Desert Shadow Hills

3/1 3/9 3/16

Boys’ Swim

Granite Hills Palm Desert Shadow Hills

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Aven LaMere (12) Photo Credit: Desert Sun

instant amount of points gained in the boys’ favor at the start of the meet. This was done by claiming the first three point spots in the 100m by George Zendejas (12)-11.43, Gerry Sanchez (12)-11.47, and Benji Cordova (12)-11.73. In the long jump pit, the boys also proved victorious as Adam Kasten (12) landed a 20’4, Matthew Rom-Toribio (12) a 19’7.5, and Juan Ruiz (11) earned a mark of 19’6 – respectively placing first, second, and third. Though the combined efforts of the boys was strong, they fell behind and lost the meet by three points with an overall score of 65-62.

At the Beaumont Cougar Classic, seniors Mario Luna and Jacob Quattlebaum placed within the top ten in the 100m hurdles. Luna came in ninth overall with a 16.83 and Quattlebaum came in soon after at 17.05 to claim the tenth spot.

Girls’ Track and Field

Palm Desert 3/9 93-34 Win 3/16 Shadow Hills 74.5-47.5 Win 3/22 Rancho Mirage 114-13 Win

Boys’ Track and Field

Palm Desert 79.5-47.5 Win 3/9 3/16 Shadow Hills 65-62 Loss 3/22 Rancho Mirage 72-55 Win

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Softball Strikes Out the Competition

Genaya Hollis Ad/Copy Editor

Girls’ softball started their 2017 pre-season by attending a tournament at Palm Springs High School on March 3. The girls played Tahquitz High and won 8-4, then went up against Aquinas and shut them out, 131.

The team continued their winning streak at the All County Diamond Classic Tournament and Hemet High School Tournament on March 6-7, but received a devastating loss against King High School, 15-3.

Despite this, the girls continued with a positive attitude, pulling out a 5-1 win on March 13. They held their first home

Baseball Battles Through Tough Beginning

Sean Layman Reporter

game against Colton, leaving them with a great batting average of .395.

The Lady Blackhawks had their first official DVL game on March 21 against the Palm Desert Aztecs. Despite it being a close game, they lost with a score of 5-7.

“Softball is going to come out strong again this year. We

have some great new talent and star returning players,” stated Kamryn Tiumalu (12).

“We are looking great again this year and hopefully good enough to come back for our 11th DVL title in a row!”

Softball Colton 3/9 Colton 3/13 3/14 ‘Rancho Mirage Palm Desert 3/21

15-0 7-5 5-1 5-7

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At the Redlands Baseball Invitational on February 25, they began with three wins and one loss and followed up with a victory over Cajon High School. As a result, they reached the top five in DVL. Directly after the Invitational, LQ faced Cathedral City High on March 17, pulling off a 11-2 victory. LQ then traveled to Palm Desert on March 21, where the boys fought hard; however, they ultimately lost with a score of 6-2. The boys lost back-to-back against the Aztecs on March 24.

The boys have four wins and three losses this season and will participate in a tournament today, March 29, at

Andres Lopez (11)

Beaumont. “I believe we will do really well [in DVL] if we play to the best of our ability,” said Eddie Lafayette (12), catcher.

“There is nothing much that can stop us.

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Baseball

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LQ Boys’ Golf is Soarin’ with Birdies Boys’ Tennis Has a Refreshing Start

Vanessa Barboza Reporter

The 2016-2017 boys’ golf team is back and more prepared than ever. After placing third in DVL last season, the

Michael Choma (12) Photo Credit: Vanessa Barboza

Blackhawks returned with a team of twelve experienced golfers, including five seniors.

The team captains this season are Michael Choma (12) and Mark Williams (12).

The first match was on March 2 against Shadow Hills.

The overall best stroke score was held by the Blackhawks, making it a great start to their season with an outcome of (202-264). On March 7, the Blackhawks defeated Temecula Valley. The lowest score of the match belonged to Williams with a 34 of a par of 36. The Blackhawks endured their first loss on March 9 against Xavier Prep. It was a close match with only a seven stroke difference in total scores.

On March 13, the boys unfortunately fell short by 23 strokes against Palm Desert at the Desert Willow golf course.

The LQ boys refocused and began a winning streak on March 15 against Hesperia High School with 79 strokes

less than the opponent. The next match against Indio, on March 16, was an easy win for the Blackhawks, with a 135 stroke separation and a final score of 190-325 at the SilverRock golf course.

On March 20, the team returned to SilverRock to face Elsinore High School. The best score was 37, which belonged to both Choma and Williams.

“As captain, I have hopes of winning DVL this year and doing big things in CIF and winning state because we iced out,” Williams stated. With confidence, the boys’ golf team will be expected to succeed, acing all season.

Boys’ Golf 3/2 Shadow Hills 202-264 3/7 Temecula Valley 197-216 3/9 Xavier Prep 197-190 3/13 Palm Desert 203-182 3/15 Hesperia 189-268 3/16 Indio 190-325 3/20 Elsinore 190-244 3/21 Palm Springs 205-299

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Madison Ivy Copy Editor

On Thursday, February 23, LQ boys traveled to Desert Hot Springs for their match, winning with a score of 11-7. This proved to be an exciting start to the season as several seniors, including Sebastian Catano and Cris Song, are new to this Blackhawk team.

However, the next few games tested the boys. Rival team Palm Desert excelled on February 28, beating LQ with a score of 18-0. Our players built up the energy to fight against Shadow Hills and Fremont in the following days. This is especially true for returners who shortened the distance between the two scores each time, making the losses to Shadow (10-8) and Fremont (5-1) less devastating.

Co-Captain Dylan Huber (12) stated, “My hopes for this season are that we turn our team, which is made up mostly of first time players, into a con-

Kai Martin (12)

tender [for CIF].” With some luck, the team's confidence will be useful in a chance for redemption against Palm Desert on March 23.

Boys’ Tennis

2/23 DHS 2/28 Palm Desert 3/2 Shadow Hills 3/4 Fremont 3/6 DHS 3/9 Xavier 3/14 Cathedral City 3/16 Indio 3/21 Palm Springs 3/23 Palm Desert

11-7 Win 18-0 Loss 10-8 Loss 5-1 Loss 11-7 Won 7-11 Loss 10-8 Win 11-7 Win 6-12 Loss 1-17 Loss

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Spring break is the time of the year when dedicated scholars are freed from their studies and allowed to spend their time however they wish.

In the cultural melting pot of the United States, spring break has become simply a week off from academic studies; but for foreign exchange students, it is either a new or familiar concept.

One of LQ’s foreign exchange students, Mohamed Hammad (11) hails from Egypt, where spring break is not typically celebrated. According to Hammad, Egypt mainly observes Islamic holidays. “It’s my first time celebrating spring break, so I am

not sure what I will do. Perhaps I will enjoy my stay and just relax,” he said.

Linn Korhammer (10) from Germany, on the other hand, observes several holidays back home. Germany has similar holidays as the U.S., mainly Easter, providing citizens more flexibility in their schedu l e s for their vacations. She shared, “Last year, I remember traveling in the Netherlands with my family on vacation to cel-

ebrate Easter. Sometimes we stay around to celebrate in my city in Germany,” she shared.

Whether spring break is celebrated due to a religious or secular holiday, it is known as a time to pause from the pressure of school and from the toil of life. Although the purpose of spring break is different for each of us, it unifies many in a desire to simply enjoy life.

2017 Spring Break Checklist

Maddie O’Barr Reporter

Spring break is a point in the year when we can all let out a sigh of relief knowing we are in the final stretch. From freshmen to seniors, this week-long escape from school is a highlight of the year. It is the time when we all make plans to go to the beach and never actually go. We tell our friends we will be coming back tan and usually return paler than we started from not leaving bed. For student-athletes, this is the exciting week of having to wake up early, attend

Word on the Street:

What’s the Most Adventurous Thing You’ve Done During Spring Break?

“I jumped off a building in Colima, Mexico.”

-Favian Verduzco (9)

“I went to San Diego and a homeless man tried to jump my grandma for not giving him more money, so I kicked him in the face.”

-Emiliano Jimenez (11) Interviews and photos by Gracie Montaño

“I went parasailing and ziplining in Hawaii and saw the movie, Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates, being filmed.”

-Makenna Given (10)

“I traveled to New York to play at Carnegie Hall with the La Quinta Wind Symphony.”

-Adalina Bloch (12)

practice, and then go back to sleep.

Regardless of what your plans are for this year’s spring break, this checklist should help cover the basic necessities on how to recharge.

Get out of bed at least once to keep those muscles moving.

Try to shower. Regardless of your physical activity, being sanitary is always a good idea.

Visit a mom-and-pop location around the valley like Bobby’s Manhattan Deli. Since there will be no school, there’s no reason not to try something new and help our local businesses thrive.

Get outside (or don’t).

Whatever you are comfortable with doing this week, get off Twitter and invest some time exploring the desert. Attractions like Desert X, open until April 30, are a fun way to see the parts of the desert you forget to visit.

SLEEP. This is the last weeklong break of the year. Take full advantage of it!

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Spring Break in Different Cultures

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Cyndi Lauper is an American singer and songwriter.

Thomas Rhett, a Stagecoach The 2014 nominated male country star of the year comes She debuted her album She’s So Unusual at the age of veteran, returns to the lineup to the big stage with some30, which earned the 1985 Grammy for Best New for the 2017 legendary country music festival. He has thing to prove. He hasn’t reArtist and four top five spots on the Billboard Hot 100. created numerous hit ceived the same type of She is also known for composing the Broadway musi- songs, six of which made success that other male cal Kinky Boots, for which she won the Tony Award for the number one spot on singers have had, but his Best Original Score. Her music has been described as multiple country top charts. masculine country style is Rhett has also helped write iconic and wild, with a distinct numerous hits for Florida mixed with an energetic beat feminine aesthetic that is Georgia Line, Jason Aldean, that appeals to the wild side of rarely seen in rock and roll. and Lee Brice; however, he saves country boys, as well as the partiers, his best lyrics for his own songs, indicated in his love who are just looking for a beat to dance to. Being his song, “Die A Happy Man.” His music will have audiences dancing in their boots to his upbeat style that first appearance at Stagecoach, Kip’s performance on combines funk, soul, and R&B to create feel-good Saturday will leave attendees buzzing with energy for the rest of the weekend. music.

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dells John Doe, Traveller, Jonathan Tyler,

Dylan Scott

Dylan Scott is an American country singer and Originally just considered an opening act for bigger country stars, Jon Pardi now stands as one of the main Brooke Eden, The Walcotts, Ruston Kelly, songwriter from Louisiana. He released his debut single attractions for Stagecoach 2017. His latest album, Cal“Makin’ This Boy Go Crazy” in June 2013. The single Aaron Lee Tasjan, Black Waddie Pistol Fire, ifornia Sunrise, includes two of his singles, “Head Over was on the Billboard Country Airplay chart for ten Boots” and “Dirt On My Boots,” that both reached Mitchell. Tyler Farr, weeks. In 2016, he was one of the most successful upTravis Tritt, Cam, The number one spots on the country music chart. Pardi and-coming recording artist of the year, according to keeps to classic elements of country and chooses not Cadillac Three, Wynonna and the CMT, which encouraged him to drop his first full-length to mix different genres into his music. He keeps the southern twang by using a fiddle Big Noise, Cowboy Junkies, The Long Ry- self-titled album, Dylan Scott.

Scott’s use of bass and upbeat from time to time, along with an acoustic guitar. This coun- ders, Terry Allen, Steep Canyon Rangers, vocals gives off a summer vibe making him perfect for try boy will have a memoCody Johnson, Luke Combs, Kiefer Suther- Stagecoach. rable performance.

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Randy Houser

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Stagecoach 2017 will be the first time that Randy Elle King is an American country singer who adds The dynamic duo Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney hit Houser takes the stage. The multi-nominated artist has soul, rock, and blues to her musical style. She is origi- the country world by storm with their numerous top chart added to an already impressive collection of country nally from Los Angeles, but also spent time in Ohio, hits. Smyers and Mooney have been nominated as the country music duo of the year three times due to their icons. His back road type of music pulls in the classic Philadelphia, and Denmark. At the age of 16, she had success and style. Their music carries influence from both country style listeners as they carry a Southern twang her first gigs around New York City, using a fake ID to gain entry to local nightclubs. At this time she taught country and pop, even having influences from R&B, a with a mix of rock elements.

Houser looks to bring his style brought to life in their hit song, “Nothin’ Like You.” herself skills for songwriting. She also developed an Their brand of music will leave spectators emotional and classic songs and new hits to play for Americana sound and started enlightened in every song. The duo country fanatics to show why using a banjo for performwill be performing on Saturday, a he should have been at ances. spectacle that will prove to be Stagecoach sooner.

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Dierks Bentley returns to the Kenny Chesney is an American Shania Twain, also known as the best-selling female Stagecoach lineup as a headlincountry artist, will make her way on the main stage as country music singer, writer, and ing artist. The nominated Saturday’s headliner. This Canadian country star has producer from Tennessee. While male country performer of also seen success as a pop singer for a number of years. attending East Tennessee State, Chesney joined a band and the year has created numerEnding her eight-year absence, Shania is considered began writing his own music. ous top chart songs since his the queen of country pop blending the two genres toHe then recorded his first album 2015 performance. Bentley gether perfectly. Her skills extend to a himself and sold them at local looks to wow audiences with bars when his college band permixture of country and rock to his new hit singles, “Black” formed. He has recorded 14 albums create a classic country beat. and “Different for Girls.” Dierks’ that have been certified gold or higher and This seasoned veteran will southern voice and countrified has 40 top ten singles on Billboard's Hot Country Music lyrics will leave listeners experiencing a wide range of have a show that no one charts. He has also received six Academy of Country Music emotions due to the detail he adds to his relatable wants to miss.

Awards and was recognized as Entertainer of the Year by lyrics. His performance will be one that no one will Most Recent Album: Country Music Association in 2004, 2006, 2007, and want to miss.

Up! 2008. He has sold over 30 million albums worldwide.

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Los Lobos is a rock band that is from East Los AnJerry Lee Lewis is an American singer, guitarist, pianist and drummer. Before transitioning into the geles. Their six current members are David Hidalgo, Rogers Band, Son Volt, William Michael world of country, he was considered to be a legend in Louie Pérez, Cesar Rosas, Conrad Lozano, Steve Berlin the rock and roll era. He produced his first recording Morgan, Justin Townes Earle, Anderson East, and Enrique González. Much of their music draws inin 1956, but his breakthrough began with the release fluence from Mexican culture and its instruments. of “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Going On.” In 1968, he John Moreland, The Blasters, Drew Holcomb & These bandmates grew up together in the same neighswitched his sound to country music. His country style consists of distinct piano flourishes and soulful vocals. the Neighbors, The Cactus Blossoms, Quiet borhood, forming a band that has lasted for almost three decades now. They began by His style differed from the usual performing at weddings and since it did not include the Life. Brett Eldredge, Maren Morris, small restaurants. Their “Nashville sound,” which was characterized by smooth sound blends the rock genre Jamey Johnson, Margo Price, Tucker tempos. and ranchera music to proMost Recent Album: Last cure amazing songs.

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Cole Swindell

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Cole Swindell has written songs for both Thomas Bailey Bryan is an 18-year-old Willie Nelson is not just a singer and songwriter, Rhett and Luke Bryan, two of the biggest names in coun- singer and songwriter from Sebut he is also an animal rights activist and father. His try today. However, in April 2017, he is coming to the quim, Washington. She has childhood in 1930s Texas and dedication to the desert to showcase his own musical talent. Cole has been country roots, but her music Methodist Church has influenced both his religious on a roll lately with multiple top chart hits, including his is still very diverse. She lyrics and country style. His grandparents were also number one hit, “Middle of a Memory.”Swindell shares chooses to not box herself in musically inclined and pushed both Nelson and his sishis own hardships in his lyrics, carrying an impactful tone by her genres as she ter to pick up instruments. After playing with a local and displaying his love for the genre. He has let go of his polka band, Nelson joined Bud Fletcher crossovers into pop. She has party music style and is instead inand the Texans. To support himopened for acts such as Mackcorporating R&B rhythms and inself, he worked odd jobs until lemore and Sara Evans. She’s stances of pop style beats into earning $50 a week with Pamyoung, she’s new, and she was a nominee his music. per Music, kicking off a career for Artist of Tomorrow. Bryan uses her music to tell a that has lasted decades Most Recent Album: You story. Her relatable lyrics are inspiring and she’s sure through calming music.

Should Be Here to be eye-catching.

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Singer-songwriter, Ella Yelich-O’Connor, otherHans Zimmer is a German composer and record Kendrick Lamar is an L.A. rapper from Compton, producer. Some of his most famous works include the following the legendary rap crew of the 90s, N.W.A. wise known as Lorde, was born in Takapuna, New music scores in The Lion King, the Pirates of the Lamar made appearances at last year’s festival with Ice Zealand and raised in Devonport, Auckland. She began Caribbean series, The Dark Knight trilogy and Inter- Cube and SZO and is returning as Sunday’s headliner singing and performing as a child and signed with Unistellar. The pieces he composes are notable for the to close out Coachella 2017. He has been considered versal Music Group as a teenager. Lorde released her combination of electronic music and traditional or- the new king of hip-hop and has been recognized for first official album, Pure Heroine, in September 2013. chestral pieces. After almost 50 years of composing commenting on race issues in our society. His most reHer music is a mix of artpop, dreampop, electropop music, he has been publicly recognized with Grammy cent album To Pimp a Butterfly comand indietronica. Lorde is not a Awards, Classical BRIT Awards, bined hard lyrics, beautiful stranger to Coachella, as she reGolden Globes, and an Acadpoetry, and a fusion of tradicently performed in 2014 and emy Award. tional funk and hip-hop that also guest starred for DiscloMost Recent Album: The earned him a Grammy for sure in 2016.

Crown the best rap album.

Listen To: “Kings of the Most Recent Album: Most Recent Album: To Past” Pure Heroine Pimp a Butterfly Sounds Like: John Powell, Listen To: “Royals” Listen To: “King Kunta” Thomas Newman, Danny ElfSounds Like: Tove Lo Sounds Like: Schoolboy Q, man N.W.A.

GROUPLOVE

Allah-Las, Anna Lunoe, Caveman, Devendra Banhart, DJ Khaled, Ezra Furman, Future

Kehla n i

Kehlani, also known as Kehlani Ashley Parrish, is GROUPLOVE is an indie rock band created in Islands, Galantis, Goldlink, Grace Mitchell, from Oakland, California. She was a part of a pop 2009 consisting of five members, Hannah Hooper Hannah Wants, Hinds, Honne, Jack Garratt, music group called Poplyfe, who were finalists on (singer, keyboards), Christian Zucconi (singer, guitar), Sean Gadd (bass), Andrew Wessen (guitar, singer), Jai Wolf, Jen Ferrer, Justice, Kaytranada, Ki- “America’s Got Talent” in 2011. She left the group and and Ryan Rabin (drums). The band released their first iara, Lee Fields & The Expressions, Lil Uzi had a rough teenage life as a result of being homeless.

She got back in music when she released her first mixofficial album, Never Trust a Happy Song, in 2011, Dettmann, tape in 2014. As a result, she signed with Nick Cannon which included its hit song, “Colours.” Their music is Vert, Los Blenders, Marcel She became popular after collaba mix of indie pop, indie rock, pop Marshmello, Maya Jane Coles, Nao, New and Atlantic Records.orating with Chance the Rapper rock, and alternative dance that Order, Patrick Topping, PNL, Por ter when producing, “The Way.” makes its audience move Kehlani mixes R&B and hipwith the music and sing R obinson & Mad eon, Real Estate, Sash a, hop while bringing classic along.

Show Me The Body, Skepta, Sofi Tukker, T.S.O.L., love stories into her music.

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The Belleville Three

Pond

Preoccupations

The Belleville Three consists of Juan Atkins, DerThe psychedelic rock band, Pond, consists of AusPreoccupations, previously known as Viet Cong, rick May, and Kevin Saunderson. They are all musi- tralian musicians Nick Allbrook, Jay Watson, Joe Ryan, formed in 2012, with a rock sound. They are most nocians from Detroit, credited for creating the music style and Jamie Terry. Although band members rotate, mu- ticeably recognized by their loud background noise, known as Detroit Techno. All three members grew up sicians from the popular and similar-sounding psyche- which created an auditory experience. The music forces in the town of Belleville, which was important in the delic pop band Tame Impala are consistent contributors. listeners to devote their full attention in attempt to capgroup's founding. They were among the few black stu- Their sound can be described as garage/space rock and ture every sound and hopefully comprehend what they dents in their high school, and dealt with experiences their set will include trippy and mellow mixes that will are saying. Their music was largely impacted by the about division because of their race. They were inget heads nodding and hips swaying.

However, there's death of their previous guitarist, spired by electronic and funk sounds no need to worry about falling Christopher Reimer. The loss of and began to create music with a asleep because Pond’s awesome Reimer encouraged them to synthesizer and a turntable. electric guitar additions are create new works. This band They have branched off and sure to get the audience to is bound to leave their mark have created music under rock out and chill out. on Coachella 2017. many names and different Most Recent Album: The Most Recent Album: record labels.

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N i c o l a s J a a r S c H o o l b o y Q The Avalanches

27-year-old Chilean recording Quincy Matthew Hanley, better known as ScHoolFormed in 1997, Avalanches is a boy band comartist, Nicolas Jaar, son of Al- boy Q, is an American rapper known for his East Coast prised of Dexter Fabay, Robbie Chaster, and Tony Difredo Jaar, continues his fam- influence and versatile rhymes. He was born in a mil- blasi. They originated in Melbourne, Australia. They ily’s reign in the musical itary base in Wiesbaden, Germany. Q gained success are known for their albums Since I Left You and Wildindustry by performing at from associating with popular artists such as Black flower, which took them 16 years to release. Their style Coachella on Saturday. His Hippy, Danny Brown, and Tyga. His latest album, is rap, pop/rock, and electronic. The mood of their melancholy sound was immediately recognized by Gadi Blank Face LP, was released on July 8, 2016. One of songs gives off a fun to dance too and carefree vibe. his most popular releases, “Collard Their third single “Since I Left Mizrahi and Zev Eisenberg, Greens,” is an upbeat banger You” is one of their most popknown for throwing legendary that serves as a good introduc- ular song from the 2000s. parties in Jaar’s hometown of Brooktion for new listeners. lyn, New York. They convinced him to lay drums under Most Recent Album: his slow, piano heavy track. This pushed him into Most Recent Album: Wildflower unique dance songs which were picked up by BBC’s EsBlank Face LP Sounds Like: Daft Punk, sential Mix debut.

Listen To: “Collard Greens” The Beta Band, and Resin Most Recent Album: Sirens Sounds Like: Kendrick Dogs Listen To: “La Bohème” Lamar and Pusha T Listen To: “Since I Left You” Sounds Like: Mount Kimbie

FUTURE

Arkells, Autograf, Ben UFO, Bishop Briggs, Blossoms, Bon Iver, Breakbot,

Four Tet

Kieran Hebden, famously known as Four Tet, is an NayVadius DeMun Wilburn, Brodinski, Car Seat Headrest, Chicano BatEnglish musician who focuses on post-rock and elecprofessionally known as Future, man, Chris Cruse, Classixx, Daphni, DJ Snake, tronic styles of music. His music blends in elements is an American hip-hop recording artist born and Downtown Boys, Dreamcar, Eli & Fur, Floating from hip-hop, electronica, techno, jazz, grime, and folk.

His most recent music is heavily inspired by house raised in Atlanta, Georgia. He Points, Gryffin, Gucci Mane, Honey Dijon, music. Before making a name for himself, Hebden was is well known for his mix- Hot Since 82, Kaleo, Lady Gaga, Las Ligas Menores, part of the band Fridge and built up his reputation from tapes Monster (2014), Beastthere. Four Tet has remixed music mode (2015), and 56 Nights Majid Jordan, Martin Garrix, Mitski, from other well-known artists, (2015). He also collaborated on Moderat, Mura Masa, Nav, Quitapenas, such as Radiohead, Ellie What a Time to Be Alive with Drake. The use of autoGoulding, Lana Del Rey, Sia, Róisín Murphy, Röyksopp, Red Axes, S U R V tune and technology to alter his voice in his songs are and Black Sabbath.

I V E, Shura, Slow Hollows, Solomun, Surf part of his music style. Most of his music is themed and Most Recent Album: Curse, Swet Shop Boys, The Atomics, The Morning/Evening inspired by the ‘hood in Atlanta.

Listen To: “She Just Likes to Most Recent Album: Future and HNDRXX Head and The Heart, Thee Commons, Fight” Listen To: “Low Life” Thundercat, Tory Lanez, Tycho, Warpaint Sounds Like: Lindsey Stirling Sounds Like: Gucci Mane

Local Natives Banks & Steelz Two Door Cinema Club

Two Door Cinema Club is an Banks & Steelz is a collaboration Local Natives is an American indie band that is Irish pop band composed of centered in Los Angeles, California. The band is com- between Interpol’s frontman Alex Trimble, Sam Halliday, prised of Taylor Rice, Kelcey Ayer, Ryan Hahn, Matt Paul Banks and Wu-Tang and Kevin Baird. The three Frazier and Nik Ewing. This band likes to blend indie Clan rapper, RZA. According band members first started and rock music together to create intricate chords for to RZA, both artists met as “buddies playing chess,” hitplaying together in 2007. a dreamlike sequence. For their latest album, they travting it off from there. The They released their first EP, eled across different parts of the world like Thailand duo started making music in Four Words To Stand On, in and Nicaragua to record their songs. 2011 and finally began 2008. Their upbeat music can They enjoy experimenting with recording a full album by 2013. be described as indie pop rock. new sounds and always strive Their music blends the styles of to improve upon their style to both artists: chilly post-punk and hardcore hip-hop. Though they don't fit into the typical popular music Three years later after they announced their collabo- genre, Two Door Cinema Club offers catchy melodies shake things up.

Most Recent Album: Sun- ration, they released their first album, Anything But that can’t help but be swayed to.

Words, in August 2016.

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Glass Animals Radiohead Travis Scott

Glass Animals, an English Travis Scott is an American hip-hop recording Radiohead is an English rock band from Abingindie rock band hailing from Ox- don, Oxfordshire that formed in 1985. They are known artist from Houston, Texas who is known for his heavily ford, compose smooth eclectic for combining the sounds of rock, electronic, and hip- autotuned vocals over the beats of Mike Dean and sounds by juxtaposing hop to make their own music. Band members include Metro Boomin. In 2013, Travis dropped his first mixdreamy bass riffs with cere- Thom Yorke, Jonny, Ed O’Brien, Collin Greenwood, tape titled Owl Pharaoh and was named one of the bral electronics and ambient and Phil Selway. Before their performance at XXL Freshmen. Rodeo came out in early September vocal swells. The members in- Coachella, the band has scheduled nine performances 2015, which debuted at number three on the Billboard before and in between the music festival 200. His newest album, Birds in the Trap Sing McKclude lead vocalist Dave Bayweekends. Radiohead has sold night, reached number one on the ley, guitarist/keyboardist Drew more than 30 million albums Billboard 200 chart. His hardMacFarlane, bassist/keyboardist worldwide. In 2009, the band core rap and high energy on Edmund Singer, and drummer Joe Seaward. Their won the Grammy for Best stage will cause mosh pits unique vibes and sounds have attracted countless Alternative Album for In throughout the entire crowd record labels, artists, and fans.

R ainbows. that will last his whole set.

Most Recent Album: How to Be a Human Being Most Recent Album: A Most Recent Album: Birds Listen To: “Toes” and “Cocoa Hooves” Moon Shaped Pool in the Trap Sing McKnight Sounds Like: Miike Snow, Max Fros Listen To: “Creep” Listen To: “Coordinate” Sounds Like: U2 Sounds Like: Migos

The Lemon Twigs

Alison Swings, Banks, Bicep, Big Gigantic, Bonobo, Broods, Capital Cities, Crys-

Crystal Castles

Crystal Castles has perpetually pushed the The D'Addario brothers, Brian and Michael, tal Castles, D.R.A.M, Denzel Curry, Diaformed their pop/rock band the Lemon Twigs in 2015 mante Electrico, Dillon Franci s, Dixon, DJ boundaries of electronic music since their inception in 2003. With the addition of a new member, Edith after playing music in their parent’s basement since Shadow, Dudu Tassa & The Kuwaitis, Empire of Frances, the music duo, including Ethan Kath, has they were kids. Their father, Ronnie D’Addario, was an the Sun, Father John Misty, Floorplan, embarked on a new journey. They have discovered accomplished songwriter and producer in the ‘70s and Francis and the Lights, Guided by new sounds and experimented with a blend of con‘80s; here his love for The Beatles rubbed off on the Voices, Jagwar Ma, Joseph, King Giz- temporaneous chiptune and punk-like melodies, intwo brothers. This influenced Beatles-like melodies spired by the ‘90s. However, one long-lasting quality and harmonies to their ‘70s pop style, which is ex- zard & The Lizard Wizard, Klangstof, Crystal Castles durably latches on to is their signapressed through their music, hair, Kungs, Loco Dice, Mac Miller, Nora En Pure, ture and original style of hardcore and outfits. As said by The Times, Oh Wonder, Phantogram, Preservation “witch house” that has estab“The band has the theatricality Hall Jazz Band, Raury, Richie Hawtin, Sam Gel- lished them in the electronic music world as legends. of a Broadway musical.” laitry, Shannon and the Clams, SNBRN, Most Recent Album: Most Recent Album: Do Soh n, St eve A ng ello, Stormzy, Surfboat, Amnesty (I) Hollywood Tacocat, Tall Juan, Tennis, The Inter- Listen To: “Concrete” Listen To: “Hi+Lo” Sounds Like: Crim3s and Sounds Like: The Beatles and rupters, The Martinez Brothers, THE The Knife Wings PARANOYDS, The XX, Zipper Club

Little Dragon

Sampha

M ac D eM arc o

Mac DeMarco is a Canadian With a soulful, gentle voice and hands that have Little Dragon is a Swedish skillfully mastered the piano since the age of three, singer-songwriter whose music electronic music band from British singer-songwriter, Sampha made a name for Gothenburg, Sweden. They has been described as “blue himself in the underground music scene. His debut EP, formed in 1996 and consist wave,” or as explained

by DeDual, received much critical acclaim for its raw, honest Marco himself, of Yukimi Nagano, Erik “jizz jazz.” He lyrics and ethereal piano compositions, while Process Bodin, Fredrik Källgren documented his journey through grief after the passing first made an appearance in Wallin, and Håkan Wirenof his late mother. His talents became evident in the the music scene in 2012 when strand. Nagano, Bodin, and he released Rock and Roll music world as artists from across Wallin would play music and Night Club, although it was not various genres — such as Drake, listen to records together after Kanye West, Solange, and well-received from people. It wasn’t school. Their band name came from more — turn to him for coluntil 2014 when Salad Days was released that people Nagano’s nickname because she used to throw laboration as well as inspirabegan to pay attention to DeMarco. He is perfect to listantrums in the studio. They use a mix of indie, alter- tion. ten to while on a relaxing afternoon with yourself, or native R&B, and electronic to create dreamy pop sound Most Recent Album: during car rides with friends. with some soul.

Process Most Recent Album: This Old Dog Most Recent Album: Nabuma Rubberband Listen To: “Timmy’s Prayer” Listen To: “Twice” and “Ritual Union” Listen To: “My Kind of Women” Sounds Like: Perfume GeSounds Like: Lykke Li, Purity Ring Sounds Like: The Growlers nius & Dev Hynes’ lovechild

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Swing Your Partner

7 Over to Stagecoach!!

Christian Mesa Sports Editor

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Howdy y'all, it’s time to sun put on your boots, button up three your flannels, and don those you wantcowboy hats ‘cause Stagecoach 2017 is ale ing most here. Over 200,000 a o for c o u n t r y cute music lovers gram will venture res. to the EmPolo ke pire Grounds on April ehe 28-30 to hear ave their favorite f country music nted stars. Last year’s music festival ur brought in some of the biggest names and this year is no difight. ferent. per Stagecoach 2016 featured is so country icons like Luke Bryan, up Carrie Underwood, Eric enay. water your ore and le

Church and other highly notable artists. This year, Goldenvoice was able to rope in headliners Dierks Bentley, Kenny Chesney, and Shania Twain. Willie Nelson and additional popular performers will also fill the lineup.

Tickets are on sale now for $329 on the Stagecoach w e b s i t e , www.stagecoachfestival.com. Expect lots of comfort food such as waffles, hamburgers, and fresh fruit. Cowboy essentials will also be available.

Come mosey on down to the biggest congregation of country lovers, you don’t want to miss all the fun, partner!

No Festival, No Problem: H e r e ’s W h a t To D o

Viviana Dominguez Reporter

If you’re like me, you’re most likely not going to Coachella this year; however, that doesn’t mean you have to mope around your house all weekend. There are several activities that can be done at home or out with friends. Here are a few ideas: ➢ Movie marathon: Stay in your pajamas all day and watch some musicals, romantic-comedies, and horror classics like Grease, Hairspray, The Proposal, The Shining, and Psycho. ➢ Volunteer: Since you won’t be partying, you can donate your time towards an animal shelter like Pet Rescue Center or help out at a homeless shelter such as Martha’s

Village and Kitchen. ➢ Spring cleaning: Turn on some music like “La Vida es un Carnaval” and move your body to the rhythm as you wipe away the dust in your room. ➢ Go out to eat: Head out to some local restaurants and try some new food. Personally, I’m finally going to visit Nitroinfusions in Old Town La Quinta, Que Mango in Indio, and Wilma & Frieda’s on El Paseo to see what all the fuss is about. ➢ Go to the park: Bring your pet with you and take a look at the beauty of the green scenery around you.

Try and distract yourself with one of these options if you

can’t party at Coachella with your friends. These local activities will help save you money and will hopefully ease your pain; but if you can’t resist temptation, be sure to live vicariously through the Snapchat live stories!

Stagecoach vs. Coachella: Festivals Fight to the Finish

David Viefhaus

tions Reporter Though Coachella and ver Stagecoach are only a week ingle apart and held in the same loex- cation, they are practically ease complete opposites. Obviously ass- the biggest difference is the permusic: Coachella has genres one that include rock, indie, hipe re or hop, and electronic dance , but music, whereas Stagecoach is chat strictly country. The different types of music Coachella offers your invites a variety of people to day the valley. You have the locals to be und- who are usually more laid-back por- than most and enjoy all the difyou ferent kinds of music and you was have the notorious hipsters who come down from Los An-

geles and crowd our Starbucks s h o p s w h e n t h e y aren’t busy watching their favorite indie bands.

Then there’s t h e “shirtless bros” who like to go crazy and start mosh pits at the Travis Scott and Gucci Mane sets. Of course, Stagecoach also has its own “shirtless

bros,” but they are usually wearing cowboy boots, a cowboy hat, and maybe some sort of American flag attire.

Coachella becomes a celebrity hot spot. Stars such as Jaden Smith, Vanessa Hudgens, Gigi Hadid, and even the Kardashians can be seen walking around the festival enjoying everything it has to offer.

If you get hungry at Coachella, you can get food from around the world like pad Thai, a falafel, or you could try one of the pop-up restaurants with

fancy chefs from L.A. Stagecoach, on the other hand, is all about the meat and barbecue; they even also hold their own barbecue contest.

F o r the ones who like to c a m p , Coachellagoers make their own tent city and camp out in their parking spot.

Stagecoach is more of an RV party, making the fans who want to camp apply for a spot, but still the campground is known for the never-

ending parties. The one thing the two festivals have in common are their loyal fans.

Jessica Dominguez (10) shared, “Coachella is better than Stagecoach because there’s better music, great e n ergy, more celebrities, good food, and fun experiences.”

Ian Pintor (11), an avid Coachella attendee, believes that his favorite festival is the best. “It’s like you’re being reborn, man,” he said.

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The Best Time of the Year is Almost Here!

Marcos Torres Reporter

Life in the desert can be slow at times and the people yearn for something exciting to happen. Luckily, on April 14-16 and 21-23, thousands of people will flood to the desert in order to enter the Empire Polo Club for Coachella Fest.

The Empire Polo Club will transform into a music lover’s paradise filled with tents and stages for music artists such as the Coachella Stage, Gobi Tent, Mojave Tent, Outdoor Theatre, Sahara Tent, and Yuma Stage. Many vendors will also flock to Coachella to sell delicious food that is quite expensive and wonderful souvenirs that will remind at-

that weekend two is the place to be if you’re really in it for the music, man. Hundreds of locals flood to the final days of the festival whether they have a ticket or not to enjoy the perfected sets and musical guest stars.

Veteran of both weekends, Elaina Leon (11) claimed, “I prefer weekend two because more locals go. I like running into people I know because it’s more fun to be at a concert with a lot of your friends.”

Liam Manzano (10) agreed, “I like weekend two better than weekend one because more locals go there;

Although festival fashion is a must follow for both weekends, the first three days are especially important to set the tone for hippie outfits, body jewelry, and all those iconic Instagrams.

“Although this is the only weekend I’ve ever been to, from stories it seems more chill and laid back,” Mariah Moon (12) shared. “I heard stories of scary mosh pits at weekend two and I’ve never experienced that at weekend one; so, to me, it is safer.”

The other side, fiercely defended by “real” music lovers and especially locals, is

Coachella also brings in a unique and serene atmosphere as people tend to forget their outside problems by enjoying the music.

Valley residents have the opportunity to purchase full price general admission passes at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden box office on April 12 and 19 for weekend one and two, respectively, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

tendees of Coachella long after it's over.

Coachella is considered one of the most colossal, wellknown and prosperous music festivals in the United States as the annual event brings in a wide range of famous musicians from different genres.

The grounds will also exhibit many distinct sculptures and art installations that add color and life to the venue.

CoacHELLA Checklist Do’s and Don’ts for 2017

Mariana Escatell Asst./ Photo Editor

With Coachella right around the corner, it’s time to start getting all the necessities. The hassel to get into Coachella is already stressful enough as it is, you don’t want to have to check in more than once. Here are a few things to keep in mind when packing your stuff for the long festival day ahead: ●DO make sure to double check you have everything you need. Your ticket? Your ID? Your money? Your friends?

Once you get to the front of the line for check in after waiting half an hour, none of your friends are going to want to go back with you to pick up your

The Ultimate Debate: Weekend One or Two?

Kayleen Sullivan Co-Editor-in-Chief

Since the second weekend of Coachella was added in 2012, the ultimate question has been posed each year: which weekend is better, one or two? Although answers vary for everyone, there are general ideas of what goes down during part one and two of the festival. If you’re still having trouble choosing which weekend to attend, read below to get a feel for both to help make your decision!

Avid Coachella goers often argue that weekend one is popular for celebrities and fashion trends. So if you’re into star sightings and want to take a pic with your fave celeb or even find yourself next to a Leonardo DiCaprio in disguise while rocking out to Radiohead, then hit up weekend one.

there’s a lot of people I know, especially my friends.”

There are still arguments over which weekend has the better guests, as it seems to vary. However, there is a general consensus that the artists sound better on weekend two because they’ve worked out all their nerves and kinks and know what works with the crowd. Still, if you’re looking for a surprise, weekend one seems like the better option if you want to be the first to see this year’s iconic art and all the biggest sets. Hey, if you can control yourself and not look at any spoilers on your social media for a whole week or just really don’t care, then feel free to sign up for weekend two! Either way, Coachella 2017 is bound to be legendary and either weekend is guaranteed to be a great time.

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The Hawkview Presents:

The 2017

Pre-Festival Issue

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