Tag: music
Here are the top 5 albums of February
Although it's only two months into 2019, the music projects already released have been ones for the books. Here are the top five albums released in February. Read More »
DJ Riot Ten, Crankdat to bring 2019 tour to The Westcott
DJ Riot Ten will perform alongside Crankdat at The Westcott Theater Friday night as part of their winter tour. Read More »
George Watsky to perform new music, poetry in Syracuse
Watsky will perform at The Westcott on Saturday, Feb. 23 at 8 p.m. as part of his 2019 tour for his newest album, “COMPLAINT.” Read More »
DanceWorks gears up for ‘Feel the Heat’ spring showcase
DanceWorks will present its spring showcase on Friday and Saturday in Goldstein Auditorium at 8 p.m., featuring jazz, hip-hop and lyrical performances. Read More »
Syracuse Winterfest embraces cold weather with city festivities
The 2019 Syracuse Winterfest runs Thursday, Feb. 14 through Sunday, Feb. 23 in downtown Syracuse, featuring food competitions, cook-offs, music, treasure hunts and more Read More »
Local artists to perform at Salt City Showcase
Tuesday night’s Salt City Showcase at Funk ‘n Waffles will feature local musicians and live painting. Read More »
The 1st New York State Winter Fair to be held in Exposition Center
The New York State Winter Fair will be held at the New York State Fairgrounds’ Expo Center this weekend, featuring live entertainment, food and winter-themed competitions. Read More »
Video: OrangeSeeds concert fundraised for Habitat for Humanity
OrangeSeeds, a first-year leadership empowerment program, collaborated with student musicians to give back to the Syracuse community. Read More »
Overexposure has led Future to become average, not extraordinary
Future’s latest release, “Future Hndrxx Presents: THE WIZRD” proves that too much exposure can lead extraordinary artists to becoming average. Read More »
Funk ‘n Waffles to host benefit concert for Central New York SPCA
Funk ‘n Waffles will host a fundraiser benefiting the Central New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty of Animals on Tuesday as part of their Funk Gives Back series. The event, spearheaded by Danielle Sperato, features a lineup of local musicians and artists. Read More »
Pop Evil promotes new self-titled album with Westcott Theater performance
Pop Evil, a Michigan band, will perform with opening acts Don Jamieson and Savage After Midnight at The Westcott Theater on Tuesday night. Read More »
Winter Fun
Arts, food, entertainment and outdoor activities to keep you busy during winter break in upstate New York. Read More »
J.I.D. brings fresh lyricism to sophomore album ‘DiCaprio 2’
With boastful beats and creative wordplay, J.I.D.’s “Dicaprio 2” solidifies his place as a much-watch rising star in the rap industry. Read More »
‘Polar Express’ Pajama Party brings community together with holiday cheer
Across New York state, families can enjoy "The Polar Express"-themed train rides and movie screenings throughout the holiday season. Read More »
Shallow Alcove, student trio, returns to folk roots in upcoming music
Student band Shallow Alcove doesn’t need a professional recording studio —just a hockey stick and some blankets. Read More »
La Casita’s annual ¡Fiesta De Navidad! to bring the Caribbean to Christmas
La Casita’s annual ¡Fiesta De Navidad! offers traditional Caribbean food, music, dance and a sense of home for members of the Syracuse community during the holiday season. Read More »
5 tech items that need to make your holiday wishlist
Our technology columnist Eldon Tsoi offers up his top technology gift ideas for the 2018 holiday season. Read More »
It’s time uncredited ‘ghostwriters’ in rap music get their proper due
For some fans, the use of ghostwriters in hip-hop can give off a sense of inauthenticity in its performers. But these writers have largely been responsible for some of the biggest hits and evolutions in the rap music industry. Read More »
Anderson .Paak’s talent shines through in his multi-layered 3rd album ‘Oxnard’
Music columnist Dylan takes you on a ride through Anderson .Paak’s latest project “Oxnard.” Read More »
Orange After Dark to host year-end student formal for 1st time
Orange After Dark will host their first annual year-end formal this Friday. Students are encouraged to dress up for an evening of dancing and refreshments. Read More »
Annual SU Songwriter Showcase is a creative outlet for musicians
The 11th annual SU Songwriter Showcase will be held on Thursday at 7 p.m. in Schine Underground. Read More »