Tag: music
Music meets fashion: Plug into our generation’s biggest fashion statement
Music meets fashion: plug into our generation’s biggest fashion statement. Read More »
Aaron Carter released a new EP and it's actually decent
Music columnist Christine Chung is excited to share that Aaron Carter — her first crush — released new music after nine years. It's not as bad as she thought. Read More »
Music festivals dominate summer concert landscape
Music festivals are everything when it comes to summer concerts, and these Syracuse University students have attended their fair share. Read More »
This SU professor got to sing for Pope Francis
After writing more than 1,100 songs and working with Michael Bolton, Cher and many other big-time artists, Syracuse professor Bob Halligan Jr. knows a thing or two about songwriting. Read More »
Prince’s music on Spotify makes us wonder about the resistance against streaming services
Now that Prince is available on streaming services, columnist Jenny Bourque wonders how long until the rest of the remaining hesitant artists follow. Read More »
Freshman explores the world and speaks 4 languages
Khang Tran is fluent in four languages, has lived in three different countries, is in a band and plays rugby. Read More »
Whatever happened to giving people mixtapes?
Music columnist Christine Chung really wants you to make a mixtape this Valentine's Day. Read More »
Bourque: I don't know anything about EDM, but I loved seeing it live
Music columnist Jenny Bourque went to her first EDM concert ever -- and she loved it. Read More »
40 years after Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumours,' Stevie Nicks is still one of rock's biggest icons
Despite Fleetwood Mac being a thing of the past, columnist Jenny Bourque believes Stevie Nicks is still a force to be reckoned with. Read More »
Young Syracuse R&B artist has more than 100K listens on SoundCloud, will open for Migos
Syracuse local Nick Sgroi plans to open for Migos next month, while just debuting his career within half a year. Read More »
This junior takes 'show, don't tell' to the next level
Cassandra Couwenberg is video chair for the Gamma Phi Beta sorority and executive producer for Loud and Clear. She has been involved with making music videos for various Syracuse concerts since her freshman year. Read More »
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame? More like Hall of Same
With the 2017 class set in stone, it's time to take a look at who is choosing the inductees for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. They could use some diversity. Read More »
Sofar Sounds has success with first Syracuse performance
The global organization Sofar Sounds has been brought to Syracuse by two SU students, bridging the gap between the city and college communities. Read More »
You need to stop listening to Chris Brown right now
If you haven't already stopped listening to problematic singer Chris Brown's music, columnist Christine Chung will convince you to. Read More »
Say happy birthday to Funk ‘n Waffles, because it's turning 10
Well-loved University Hill restaurant Funk ‘n’ Waffles has been serving and entertaining customers since 2007. On Friday, it will host its 10th birthday party. Read More »
'La La Land,' 'Moana,' and 'Beauty and the Beast' bring comfort and hope to ailing nation
Music columnist Jenny Bourque has never enjoyed musicals but finds solace in their growing revival among low national mood. Read More »
From freestyle battles in the park to a poet on stage, Milan Chaney integrates honesty in her raps
Milan Chaney, musical artist and poet wants to make a name for herself in the rap community and inspire others in her community to strive for what they want. Read More »
From Puff Daddy to Lorde, artists are making 2017 their comeback year
After long hiatuses, musicians are making epic comebacks this year. Music Columnist Christine Chung previews the variety of new music being released by popular artists and bands in 2017. Read More »
The xx's new album shifts into new but familiar territory
The xx's new album is a cohesive blend of strengths and an interesting new sound. Read More »
Junior Charlie Burg believes that music can heal the world
Junior Charlie Burg creates music with soul in order to touch the lives of his listeners, and ultimately heal the world. Read More »
Datsik is pumped to vibe with Syracuse students at his upcoming performance
DJ Datisk dicusses his background in the music industry, what motivates and inspires him to create new music and why he likes coming to Syracuse. Read More »
5 things happening in Syracuse that students at home are missing
Syracuse University is dead this time of year without students -- but that doesn't mean the city stops too. Here's a recap of what's been going on during the first week of break. Read More »
Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Yachty bring students together for sold-out concert
The 10th annual Hope Benefit Concert excited students, fans of headliner Lil Uzi Vert and supporting acts Lil Yachty and Dave East. Read More »
The 2017 Grammys will not be lit
Music columnist Emera Riley has her Grammy predictions. She is not excited for the award show. Read More »