Tag: music
Breaking down the likely Grammy winners and losers
It's the biggest musical event of the year. Artists come together to walk the red carpet, perform, make fun of each other and of course, bring some the gold. Here's music columnist Emera Riley's picks for who will snag a prize at the Grammys. Read More »
Syracuse-based vegan-pop band to release album
The band, minnoe, makes short, fast and loud pop songs. Their upcoming album “Pinwheel” is going to release in late February with ten songs that the band wrote. Read More »
Riley: Music festivals don't have reason to hike up their prices
Smaller festivals are trying to compete with big name festivals like Coachella by hiking up their prices, but the lineups are not improving at all. Read More »
Weiser-Schlesinger: Kanye West should be respected despite his obnoxious character
Kanye West is notorious for his self-righteous nature and bold claims, but perhaps this makes him more transparent and maybe even more likable. Read More »
Cuneo: Kanye West and Wiz Khalifa's secret phone call uncovered
Just when you thought Kanye West and Wiz Khalifa's twitter feud was over -- it's not. Humor columnist Danny Cuneo has discovered their secret phone call and transcribed it here. Read More »
Super Bowl 50 playlist: 25 songs for 25 halftime shows
In honor of all the 25 Super Bowl halftime shows of years past, music columnist Brett Weiser-Schlesinger decided to make the ultimate Super Bowl 50 playlist for you to jam out to. Read More »
Sophomore runs cassette tape-based record label
SU student, Chris Freedman's record label works with Syracuse based bands such as Super Defense and only produces cassette tapes. Read More »
Weiser-Schlesinger: Surprise release albums favor big name stars
Despite the success found by artists like Beyonce and Rhianna, releasing surprise digital albums won't help revive album sales for the music industry and smaller artists. Our music columnist explains. Read More »
Riley: What it takes to break into the U.S. music market
While the 1975 and Little Comets are very similar British bands, one is very popular in the U.S. and the other is barely even heard of. Read More »
Riley: Macklemore’s new song sparks conversation about race
Macklemore's new song "White Privilege II" has many people up in arms while others are happy that he is using his fame to ask the right questions and begin a conversation about race. Read More »
Weiser-Schlesinger: Perks of this year’s music festivals being stuck in the past
This year, many festival lineups are boasting names of bands that strike a chord with older crowds. While some may think they are using the power of nostalgia to sell tickets, others are just excited for opportunities such as seeing Guns N' Roses back together for the first time in 22 years. Read More »
Exchange student uses music to overcome language barrier
When Ludo Coudert came to SU from France, his passion for funk and jazz grew. He now uses his trombone to connect with fellow students when language fails him. Read More »
Henry Kaczman finds an outlet in rapping
In high school, when Henry Kaczman hurt his calf, he traded exercise for rap. Today, he continues to rap and record. His most recent album, 'Shent', details the lives of two friends. Read More »
Weiser-Schlesinger: How Bowie's 'Blackstar' topped the charts
Music columnist Brett Weiser-Schlesinger discusses David Bowie's last album, "Blackstar," and the surge of success that came after his passing Jan. 11. Read More »
Listen to these songs to keep you warm on snowy days
Keep spirits high despite the cold weather with cheerful music. Read More »
Hohenwarter: The best albums of 2015
Humor columnist Evan Hohenwarter hands out 5 stars each to his favorite albums of 2015, which, he says, are perfect for sitting around and doing nothing in your pajamas. Read More »
Weiser-Schlesinger: My Grammy picks and predictions
Music columnist Brett Weiser-Schelsinger picks his favorite songs and artists from the 2016 Grammy nominees and predicts who he thinks will win. Read More »
Bandier program professor runs independent record label
Ulf Oesterle, chair of the department of music and entertainment industries, went from being a three-sport athlete with a health science degree to sole operator of an independent record label and professor in the Bandier program at Syracuse University. Read More »
Damle: Michael Bublé's Christmas album defines him as modern Sinatra
Everyone knows Michael Bublé for his famous Christmas album. Read More »
Sarconi: Influential artists like Adele have potential to reshape music streaming industry
Technology columnist Paul Sarconi argues that the power of high-profile artists has the potential to change the ways in which the music streaming industry operates. Read More »
24 a capella songs for the holidays
Listen to these a capella songs to get in the holiday spirit. Read More »
Syracuse Opera opens auditions to SU students for 1st time in years
Syracuse Opera opened auditions to the SU community for this first time in many years. Read More »
Alumni to return to Syracuse with their band The Heavy Pets
The reggae-inspired rockers will perform at Funk N' Waffles Armory Square location this weekend. Read More »
Singer performs at open mic nights, on musical theater stage
Sophomore Suheli Ray ’s big imagination is what sparked her passion for performance, singing and theater. Read More »