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TV soundtracks are more than just background music

Music columnist Phoebe Smith discusses how background music in television shows and emotionally connect the viewer with the show. Read More »

October 2, 2016 at 9:10 pm


Aspiring musician inspired by rock-and-roll bands, writes own music

Krischer’s dream is to be a musician and to take in all of life’s experiences. Most importantly, he wants to be able to help people through their day with his own music, the way his favorite artists helped him. Read More »

October 2, 2016 at 8:06 pm


WERW kicks off fall semester with electrifying Schine Underground show

PWR BTTM helped student-run radio station, WERW, kick of its fall semester with a hit show in Schine Underground Thursday. Read More »

September 30, 2016 at 12:57 am


Just Joe performs with multiple metal bands, plays solo piano rock covers

Local solo artist, Joe Altier, performs keyboard as “Just Joe” throughout the Syracuse area, after spending years performing in a heavy metal band. Read More »

September 28, 2016 at 7:27 am


Overproducing Indie music ruins the artist for die hard fans

Music columnist Emera Riley has an request: please stop overmastering Indie records. It hurts our ears and our hearts. Read More »

September 27, 2016 at 6:55 pm



Senior gets tattoo of favorite song to help her through tough times

Jacqueline San Nicolas got her first tattoo in honor of her favorite song "Swim" by the band Jack's Mannequin. Read More »

September 26, 2016 at 8:26 pm


Get pumped up for Juice Jam with Pulp's playlist

Music columnist Emera Riley created the prefect pre-Juice Jam playlist for those attending the festivities at Skytop on Sunday Read More »

September 23, 2016 at 10:36 pm


Singer-songwriter Olivia Klayman hopes to expand repertoire before graduating

Olivia Klayman, a senior singer-songwriter at SU, hopes to collaborate with other musically inclined students whose strengths will make her music better. Read More »

September 20, 2016 at 9:35 pm


New Keaton Henson album reiterates sad introspection of earlier records

Music columnist Emera Riley takes a look at Keaton Henson's latest release, "Kindly Now," which proves to be quite similar to his previous albums. Read More »

September 20, 2016 at 8:04 pm


Secondhand Juice Jam ticket sales send prices skyrocketing

Juice Jam is sold out—and this means students are frantically taking to Facebook looking for tickets. As the demand goes up, the prices are appearing to skyrocket, but at what cost? Read More »

September 20, 2016 at 7:48 pm


Mermaid crowns emerge as alternative option to cliche flower crowns

Style columnist Darriea Clark reveals that mermaid crowns, a new trend in response to flower crowns, might be the perfect accessory to your Juice Jam outfit. Read More »

September 19, 2016 at 8:42 pm



FYP announces 'Big Fish' will be show for 2016-17 school year

First Year Players announced that they will perform "Big Fish" for the student body this spring in a live video posted to their Facebook page. Read More »

September 18, 2016 at 9:10 pm


'Jersey Boys' prepares for opening of second Syracuse run

In the first stop of the tour, the famous musical about Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons will open Thursday and run until Tuesday. Read More »

September 14, 2016 at 9:04 pm


JASS Quartet brings blend of Indian classical and jazz music to Syracuse

JASS Quartet, headed by Aditya Prakesh, will visit the Setnor Auditorium in Crouse College on Sunday and preform their signature fusion of musical genres. Read More »

September 14, 2016 at 9:00 pm


Junior transforms closet into recording studio, creates mixes for SoundCloud and Spotify

Junior Andy Polk and his friends create electronic and hip-hop music in their house, and are widely popular on SoundCloud and at SU. Read More »

September 13, 2016 at 8:33 pm


The Head and the Heart’s new album ironically lacks heart

While I really wanted to love the Head and the Heart’s new album, it wasn’t very good and even a little bit lackluster, says music columnist Emera Riley. Read More »

September 13, 2016 at 8:24 pm


Q&A: Zack Feinberg dishes on his band The Revivalists before their Westcott show

The D.O. sits down with the guitarist of New Orleans-based act The Revitalists before their upcoming show at The Westcott Theater. Read More »

September 12, 2016 at 8:19 pm


Syracuse University holds 9/11 vigil in Hendricks Chapel

About 40 members of the Syracuse University community attended the candlelight vigil held on Sunday. Hendrick's Chapel staff members spoke on the importance of reflecting on the events and moving forward to a more tolerant society. Read More »

September 12, 2016 at 12:11 am


New Britney Spears album "Glory" has fast, catchy beats

Music columnist Phoebe Smith reviewed Britney Spears’ long-awaited, newest album, Glory, and thinks it’s worth a listen. Read More »

September 11, 2016 at 9:15 pm


Drop of the year: Gaga’s new song “Perfect Illusion”

After spending the last 3 years virtually silent, Lady Gaga has released "Perfect Illusion," her first new track since her 2013 album, "ARTPOP." Read More »

September 9, 2016 at 4:35 pm


SU professor named New York Choral Director of the Year reflects on musical upbringing

John Warren, one of Setnor's leading professors, received the award after the New York American Choral Directors Association read glowing letters from former students. Read More »

September 7, 2016 at 8:29 pm


Bon Iver’s new song uses auto-tune and that’s OK

Bon Iver doesn’t suck and he uses autotune. Pop princesses sing like literal nails on a blackboard and they use it to make themselves sound good. Please stop doing that. Read More »

September 6, 2016 at 9:59 pm