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Variety Editor Adah Hamman shares her predictions for the winners in five categories of the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, which will be hosted on Feb. 2, 2026.

The 2025 Historic Athens Porchfest took place in Buena Vista Heights, Boulevard, Newtown, Pulaski Heights, Cobbham, Normaltown and Reese Hancock on Oct. 19.

American singer-songwriter Neko Case released her album “Neon Grey Midnight Green” on Sept. 26, which may intrigue listeners with a new orchestral sound and vibrant lyrics.

Musician and actress Sabrina Carpenter released her seventh studio album “Man’s Best Friend” on Aug. 29, giving listeners a repetitive theme too similar to her previous music.

Social Media Staffer Isabel Blankenship shares five notable Asian American and Pacific Islander creators in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Warner Records released musician Mac Miller’s brilliant seventh studio album, “Balloonerism”, on Jan. 17.

Variety Editor Adah Hamman shares her five top predictions for various categories of the Grammy Awards which will take place on Feb. 2.

Musician Halsey released her fifth studio album “The Great Impersonator” on Oct. 25, inspired by her battle with lupus and a rare lymphoproliferative disorder. With its raw and unfiltered lyricism, “The Great Impersonator” is her best album thus far.

On Aug. 9, singer-songwriter beabadoobee released her latest album, “This Is How Tomorrow Moves,” to all streaming platforms, featuring some of her best work to date

Sports Editor Cadence Schapker compiled five Asian American Pacific Islander music artists to listen to in honor of AAPI Heritage Month.

ODYSSEY Media Group Viewpoints Staffer Ma’Kiyah Thrasher ranks the top five artists on the Top 100 Billboard Artists chart for the week of April 13.

Since the 2019-20 school year, the guitar course offerings have provided students with opportunities to perform in front of large crowds and collaborate with other musicians.

CCHS fine arts department teacher Shelynn Scott plans to build the Chorus, Piano and Guitar program for students.

Five students from the piano program will perform at CCHS’ Fall Fine Arts Night on Nov. 16 in the E.B. Mell Lobby and Auditorium.

Singer and songwriter Kara Jackson’s debut album, “Why Does the Earth Give Us People to Love?” is filled with raw emotion and beautiful lyrics.

Fine Arts Night, which was held for the first time on Nov. 10, allowed students to showcase their talents to audience members.

Full of powerful imagery, unique vocals and energetic instruments, Icon for Hire’s latest album, “The Reckoning,” will appeal to most listeners.

The local Athens festival AthFest took place from June 24 to June 26, and contained live music, local business sales and more.

The Dip’s detailed attention to 60’s soul influences in their March 4 album “Sticking With It” will entice listeners of all kinds, as a pristinely soulful and emotionally dynamic pop album.

Released on Feb. 4, Mitski’s “Laurel Hell” is a multi-faceted exploration of Mitski’s relationship with music, the spotlight of fame, and her flaws and vulnerabilities.

The Lumineers released their latest album “BRIGHTSIDE” to the public on Jan. 14, delivering instant hits that will resonate with listeners.

Viewpoints Staffer Daniel García-Pozo reflects on his experience listening to Latin American music and how the music has allowed him to connect to his cultural origins.

The CCHS orchestra and band departments are using the Upbeat Music App to overcome the disconnect between student musicians.

Though they are not participating in marching competitions for the 2020-21 season, the CCHS marching band has been rehearsing and playing at CCHS football games.

Musician Alicia Keys released “Alicia”, on Sept. 18. The passionate new album centered around current events and personal struggles, is truthful, honest and lively with a striking hip-hop edge.

Clarke Central High School senior Raymond Pan remembers his former Director of Bands Dr. Robert Lawerence.

Athens is commonly known for its flourishing music scene of alternative and rock bands. However, with the exclusion of other genres such as hip hop and rap, this scene fails to truly represent and embrace the unique culture and background of all Athens residents.

American pop singer Selena Gomez released her new song “Feel me”, a bonus track to her album “Rare”, to all major platforms on Feb. 21.

Video and music producer Nicholas Byrne, a 2015 Clarke Central High School graduate, discusses his process of producing and creating his own electronic music.

Nick Miller, also known by his stage name ILLENIUM, released his third studio album “ASCEND” on Aug. 16.

Clarke Central High School Journalism I student Audrey Enghauser shares her story about how her passion for playing the flute has developed over the last four years.

Clarke Central High School sophomore Anaiah Aziabor’s love for music is encouraged by her biggest musical influences: her parents.

The Cedar Shoals High School journalism program, the Cedar BluePrints Magazine, hosted the second annual Battle of the Bands fundraiser at the 40 Watt Club in Downtown Athens on Jan. 19.

Managing Editor Elena Gilbertson Hall breaks down the most outstanding albums of 2018.

Clarke Central high school junior Tecoya Richardson and sophomore Ava Adamson host their first podcast episode of “That’s a Wrap” with junior Kevin Gresham about his music preferences.

Solo producer and songwriter, Angie Aparo’s new album “Life Is a Flower, Life Is a Gun” improves his repertoire as well as folk as a genre.

Drake’s first releases of 2018, “God’s Plan” and “Diplomatic Immunity,” leave more to be expected from the Toronto-based rapper.

Singer-songwriter Willow Smith’s second album, The 1st, showcases her honest talent, intelligence and growth from her 2015 debut album Ardipithecus.

On Oct. 22, the final performance for the fall session of Camp Amped took place at Nuçi’s Space, featuring several Clarke Central High School students.

ODYSSEY Media Group visuals staffer Katie Grace Upchurch runs through six current LGBTQ singers and musicians in honor on October being LGBTQ History Month.

Singer/songwriter R.LUM.R, released his debut extended play record “AFTERIMAGE” on Aug. 11, in which he sings with emotion and showcases his raw talent through a broad range of genres.

Viewpoints Editor Katy Mayfield is sick of the phrase “I’m not like most girls.”

Rapper Kendrick Lamar returns with his fourth studio album, “DAMN.” released on April 14, showing that Lamar is blessed with the Midas Touch.

Singer-songwriter Aimee Mann returns with a quiet and acoustic album that straddles the line between bitter self-reflection and regret, while still showcasing her signature wit and charm.

Staff writer Connor McCage breaks down the top five albums of March, 2017.

2016 America’s Got Talent winner Grace VanderWaal’s first album offers much more than just insanely catchy tunes.

Digital Managing Editor showcases five big winners of the 2016 Grammy Awards, which was held Feb. 15.

Hip-Hop group Run The Jewels came to Atlanta on their world tour after releasing their third studio album “Run The Jewels 3” on Jan. 21.

A reflection on the passing of ,and personal goodbye to, David Bowie, England born, nationally renowned, music icon.

Senior Jared Warner is commonly known at Clarke Central for his class ranking, but aside from his academic attributes, he is a musical artist.

Musical.ly is a free app that allows users to lip sync to various songs, vines or parodies. It is similar to the app Dubsmash, but users can film themselves in fast and slow motion.

AthFest, a music and art festival in Downtown Athens, took place on June 24-28.

TIDAL, a new music streaming service, will hopefully benefit the artists and the fans while revitalizing the music industry.

Travis Porter has consistently produced the best rap dance music in the business, and does not fail to live up to that standard with their newest product, 3 Live Krew.

Meghan Trainor finally released her first album “Title” on Jan. 13th. Her album topped the iTunes charts within the first hours after its release.

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American rock group Weezer released their 9th studio album, Everything Will Be Alright in the End, on Oct. 7. After their 2010 album, Pinkerton, drew negative responses from critics and even Weezer’s fans, this album serves as the perfect comeback to the rock music world.

medley of radiant lights flashed around the stage as the emotions of young musicians spilled out into the crowd. On June 14 and July 19, a handful of the best youth musicians in Athens perform together in their Grand Finale show at Nuci’s Space in Athens, Ga.

On Nov 7. the Georgia Theater was filled with the sounds of Sleigh Bells.

Alternative pop singer Lorde brings a unique sound to the music industry with the release of her new album, Pure Heroine, on Sept. 30.

West-Coast rapper Tyga released his fourth album Hotel California on April 9.