Hip-hop artist SahBabii to headline UU Bandersnatch concert
SahBabii will headline the November concert, other performers include rappers Melii and Valee. Read more »
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Ish Guitars helps people find the perfect match for an instrument
Ish Guitars in Armory Square was born from a young love of music and a childhood nickname. Read more »
The Ark is the latest underground music scene, after closure of Space Camp
The underground performing arts venue is more than a space for student artists to connect. Read more »
5 ways to keep your family entertained this weekend
If football isn’t your favorite thing, here are some other ideas for how to spend Family Weekend. Read more »
How religious music continues to impact the music scene today
The impact of religious music may not be quantified in record sales or mainstream appeal, but its value comes from how it encourages participation amongst its listeners. Read more »
Ottothon to fundraise for children in hospitals in 12-hour dance marathon
Syracuse University’s annual Ottothon fundraiser is next weekend — and it’s not too late to sign up and dance the day away. Read more »
VPA alumnus Kevin Chernett to share his career at Live Nation in lecture
Syracuse University alum Kevin Chernett will be delivering a guest presentation to students in the College of Visual and Performing Arts on Thursday, Oct. 25, as part of the college’s guest lecture series. Read more »
Meet the musicians who perform the soundtrack for SU games
The Syracuse marching band has become a fixture at Orange sporting events by creating an electric atmosphere for the fans and players. Read more »
Check out these apple orchards, pumpkin fields before snow comes
It may be getting cold, but you need to visit these orchards and pumpkin patches before Syracuse's snow hits. Read more »
SU senior Charlie Burg looks for more introspective songwriting in his 3rd EP
Student musician Charlie Burg made a name for himself beyond the SU campus. Read more »
Annual ‘Cockappella’ fundraiser hosted by all-men a cappella group Otto Tunes
Otto Tunes will present their annual Cockappella concert this weekend, which will benefit the Testicular Cancer Foundation. Read more »
Hulu original series ‘The First’ features strong performances despite missing thrills
In the not-so distant future, Sean Penn oversees a crew of astronauts as they prepare to be the first humans to set foot on Mars. But don’t get too excited — the series isn’t one you stay up for. Read more »
Locker room DJ: What Syracuse teams are listening to
The music SU athletes listen to ranges from AC/DC to 300 Violin Orchestra to Drake. Read more »
Grammy-nominated a cappella group to perform at Hendricks Chapel
Grammy-nominated vocal group Sweet Honey in the Rock will perform at Syracuse this weekend. Read more »
Gaga, Cooper chemistry elevates ‘A Star is Born’ despite imperfect directorial debut
Bradley Cooper’s directorial debut with “A Star is Born” isn’t a home run, but it’s still a solid double down the left field line. Read more »
Spotify to help independent musicians grow while preserving artistic freedom
The rising popularity of independent artists has also led to a greater variety of streaming services, such as Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube. Streaming platforms have made it easier for fans to access music and musicians to grow their fan bases digitally. Read more »
Original Grain gets hip with a Hip Hop Brunch
Original Grain, a restaurant located in Downtown Syracuse, serves up live DJ performances alongside its weekend brunch. Read more »
From college duo to group of 9, Turkuaz to play at Westcott Theater
Funk and R&B group Turkuaz will kick off the fall leg of their 2018 tour with a performance at the Westcott Theater this Thursday. Read more »
John Legend made history as the first black man to reach EGOT status
John Legend recently made history as the first black man to win an Emmy, Grammy Award, Oscar and Tony Award, reaching the heralded “EGOT” status. But there’s something bigger going on with black representation in the awards arena. Read more »
Bandier scholarship fundraiser to honor, continue Gregg Allman’s legacy
Before Gregg Allman died in 2017, he helped set up a scholarship for students in Syracuse University’s Bandier Program. Today, community members are ensuring the scholarship lives on with Allman’s legacy. Read more »
Playboi Carti cut it short, but A$AP Ferg finished strong
While this year’s Juice Jam music festival wasn’t a slam success, it was enough to leave students happy and wanting more. Read more »
Here’s how UU gets artists like A$AP Ferg to come to Juice Jam
University Union brings big-name artists to campus every year, but choosing the lineups is only part of the organization’s role. Read more »
Here’s what you need to know about this year’s Juice Jam performers
University Union’s annual Juice Jam music festival is this weekend, and here’s what you need to know about the artists performing. Read more »
WORLDS APART: After 13 years, Salat Ali is returning to the refugee camp he once left to reunite with his mother
Salat Ali came to the United States from a refugee camp when he was 11 years-old. 13 years later, he’s now preparing to return to the camp —and reunite with his mother for the first time. Read more »
