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Vivian Buenrostro, Co-Editor-in-Cheif
May 18, 2015

American rapper Tyler, The Creator released his fourth studio album, Cherry Bomb, on Apr. 13, 2015. Having an obnoxious yet creative reputation, the chaotic feel to his album was no surprise. The album opened with the instrument heavy track, “Deathcamp” which was also released as a single. The track also features an unaccredited appearance from Black Lips guitarist Cole Alexander that added to the classic rock rhythms. A contrast to this melody was his eighth track on the album, “2Seater.” The almost 7 minute song consist of beautifully crafted chord progressions along with a dialogue transitioning into a jazz melody at the 3:52 mark. The string section on “2Seater” was recorded with live instrumentation at Hans Zimmer’s studio. Tyler’s album featured a handful of artists, such as Kanye West and Lil Wayne on “Smuckers” as well as Schoolboy Q on “The Brown Stains of Darkeese Latifah Part 6-12 (Remix).” These rap-heavy tracks were audience favorites because of the snarling verses accompanied by a riot-starting beat. Tyler’s album could not be labeled under one single music genre because of its constant melodic change. The album surpassed any versatility expectations and definitely tests the listener’s patience, but the fact that it wasn’t a smooth listen kept the predictability factor out of the equation.

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Vivian Buenrostro, Co-Editor-in-Cheif

Senior Vivian Buenrostro is not only a writer for The Downey Legend online newspaper, but has also taken on the responsibility of Co-Editor-In-Chief. Having been a part of the newspaper staff since her sophomore year, she has experience with the different positions and has even held the positions of Arts and Entertainment Section Editor and Song of the Week Editor. “Newspaper has been one awesome ride these past three years,” Buenrostro said. “I’ve learned skills that are applicable to everything and anything.” Although Co-Editor-In-Chief is a tough and tedious job, Buenrostro is ready to take on the challenge. Throughout this year on staff she hopes to build a close bond with all of the staff members and have productive deadlines.

When she is not running the staff or writing stories, Buenrostro enjoys jogs around her neighborhood, making healthy shakes and other concoctions, or swimming in the waves at Huntington Beach. “Time doesn’t really exist when I’m in the ocean,” Buenrostro said. Buenrostro also loves live music; she has been to various concerts including Young the Giant, Arctic Monkeys, and Walk the Moon. Buenrostro plans to graduate and attend an out of state school far from California. “As much as I love Downey High,” Buenrostro said, “I can’t wait to go to college in a new environment.” While away at college she hopes to major in biology and medicine to start her path towards her career goal of being a doctor. Buenrostro aims to make her final year at Downey High School rewarding in both her academics and her position on The Downey Legend staff.