G-Eazy’s (Gerald Gillum) When It’s Dark Out delivers seventeen songs that sound more developed and thought out than his previous releases. Where on previous albums Gillum has typical hip hop lyrics...
West Side Story: How would you describe your style?
Allison Christopher '17: It’s kind of a mix of everything. I like to think of it as classy and grunge because sometimes I’m like, 'Let’s dress...
Cassie Ramone (Cassie Grzymkowski) is a name that has been present in the backdrop of the American indie rock and lo-fi scene for the better part of the 2000s. Making a name for herself as the guitarist...
Community members and students from all over the Iowa City Community School District came together to honor and celebrate Dashiell Codd’s eighth birthday on Nov. 25. During this event, participants helped...
On Nov. 4, West High show choirs hosted the annual Works in Progress concert. The concert featured West and City High's varsity and junior varsity groups in their first performances of the year. West's...
Never afraid to create a sound that is both familiar and foreign, Grimes (Claire Boucher) shows how a musician can diverge from the norm and then mold it however they please, as she does in her new album...
Wanna Hurts Donut? Don’t worry, it’s all treats and no tricks with this new doughnut shop in Coralville.
Hurts Donuts Company opened their doors to a swarm of foodies and donut lovers alike last...
From gum to yogurt, Pumpkin Spice flavored foods are popping up everywhere this fall. West Side Story Staff tries some of these.
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Next, WSS Taste-Tests...
For Spencer Meacham ’16, every passing period between classes is an opportunity to turn the halls into his own personal fashion runway not just for his outfit of the day, but for his new clothing line,...
West Side Story: How would you describe your style?
Emma Christison: I think my style is reminiscent of the 70’s, but also encompasses some modern styles.
WSS: Where do you like to shop?
EC: When...
Nina Elkadi, Print Editor-in-Chief
• October 16, 2015
On Tuesday, twenty-five-year-old Adam Larson visited the South Band room to perform a brief concert. According to his website, adamlarsonjazz.com, Larson has "garnered numerous awards that distinguish...
Layla Hannaford, Video Editor and Broadcast Manager
• October 2, 2015
For the October 2nd issue of the print edition, WSS staff went on a mission to get the perfect shots for the '90s themed photo shoot. Watch the behind the scenes video to follow them on their quest for...
