January – February 2009 Issue

Check out what L.A. Youth writers had to say about the latest by Beyoncé, Janelle Monáe and AC/DC.

Meiko was excellent, but headliner Joshua Radin was too boring, says Charlene of the show at the Henry Fonda Theater Feb. 21.

Putting on a play made Jessica, 17, realize that teens are at risk and need to protect themselves.

Seventeen-year-old Brett’s friendship with his family’s housekeeper gave him a better understanding of illegal immigration.

L.A. Youth staff writers create playlists to practice for their future careers as DJs.

Learning to beatbox has given Ben, 16, a talent to be proud of. WITH VIDEO OF BEN BEATBOXING!!

Essay contest winners wrote about gaining the ability to hear, the Pokémon theme song and applause.

Casey, 17, says the crowds and cold were worth it to be there for the inauguration of the first black president.

A zipper. An apple. Hammering. A bouncing tennis ball. A priest’s voice. There were so many unusual choices for favorite sounds that we’re running these other essays.