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El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

Main characters Orion Pax, D-16, Bumblebee and Elita of “Transformers One” pose on the movie poster, ready for battle | Paramount Pictures

“Transformers One” transforms action into emotion

The Transformers series' prequel proves to be more than a typical action cliche
Radhika Dharmapurikar and Sana Karkhanis
September 29, 2024
The “Requiem” album cover mirrors the dark soundscape of every song with a black and white photo of Keshi centered in a trenchcoat, resembling an otherworldly being. Photo courtesy of Island Records | Used with permission

‘Requiem’ takes on death’s complexity to make listeners feel alive

An expansion of Keshi’s discography provides a mix of soulful and soulless tracks
Dylan Nguyen
September 22, 2024
Hozier opens the show with “De Shelby (Part 1)” with visuals of stars.

The ‘Unreal Unearth’ tour immortalizes Hozier’s legacy

Hozier’s ‘Unreal Unearth’ tour exceeds expectations with powerful vocals and incredible musicality
Aprameya Rupanagunta, Staff Writer
September 17, 2024
Future walks across the stage as the introduction to “Turn on the Lights” starts. The song was performed against an enamored Oakland Arena stage with a ruby, pétillant backdrop. Photo by Samika Bhatkar | El Estoque

Future and Metro Boomin’s ‘We Don’t Trust You’ tour proves the duo deserve their flowers

The duo’s formidable performances remind fans of their impact on Trap and Hip Hop
Samika Bhatkar
September 12, 2024
LE SSERAFIM's five members pose on a dark runway in front of paparazzi. Photo courtesy of Source Music | Used with permission

‘CRAZY’ falls flat with a tepid, tame delivery

LE SSERAFIM loses the beat in its eccentric fourth EP
Isabelle Kok
September 4, 2024
The "Short n' Sweet" album cover features Carpenter posing with a kiss mark on her shoulder. Photo courtesy of The Revolver Club.

‘Short n’ Sweet’ is spicier than ever

Sabrina Carpenter rides her Billboard fame to deliver a raunchy, unique album
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