Electronic duo Louis The Child returns to Syracuse at Westcott
The Westcott Theater hosted Chicago-duo Louis The Child and fellow electronic-based Point Point AND Chicago rapper Joey Purp at a sold out concert Friday night. Read more »
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Syracuse University rap artist changes perspective and attitude toward music
RJ Levychin has been writing poetry since he was a first-grader. Now he uses his poetry skills to study music and make his work better. Read more »
CNY Veterans Parade and Expo to celebrate 10th anniversary of honoring veterans and active service members
The 10th annual Veterans Parade and Expo will support veterans and active service members on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Read more »
One Direction members on track to beat The Beatles’ record of most solo No. 1 albums
Music columnist Phoebe Smith discusses One Direction’s presence in the music industry as its members join The Beatles as the only groups with three members earning solo No. 1 records. Read more »
Local musicians to join Everyone Orchestra for improvisational concert at The Westcott Theater
The band’s director, Matt Butler, turns chaos into music during each of the performances. The Orchestra will perform at The Westcott Theater on Thursday night. Read more »
Folk rock group Driftwood to perform at The Westcott Theater
Driftwood, a Binghamton-based folk rock band, is set to perform at The Westcott Theater on Friday night. The band recently signed onto new management and has a collaboration in place with a major music producer. Read more »
As one of the most prolific bands in the industry, Maroon 5 releases another banger that features A$AP Rocky
Music columnist Phoebe Smith explains why Maroon 5 stands out in the music industry as one of the only bands that actively releases new songs. Read more »
Local jam and street/EDM bands to mix things up at Funk ‘n Waffles
Big Sexy and the Scrambled Eggs and Primate Fiasco will join on stage at Funk ‘n Waffles Friday night. Read more »
Honors student turns capstone into benefit concert at Funk ‘n Waffles
Rebecca Duke combined her passion for music and mental health awareness for her Honors Capstone project. The show will be on Wednesday at 8 p.m. at Funk ‘n Waffles. Read more »
Syracuse University senior plans Euclid house concert featuring local bands
Jason McGill planned, promoted and will perform at his “It’s a Vibe: A Night Out of Music” concert Friday night. Read more »
Arts, music fundraiser at Spark to benefit Puerto Rico relief efforts
Jennifer Grygiel, a professor at the Newhouse School, is making musical strides to aid Hurricane Maria relief in Puerto Rico. Read more »
All Poets & Heroes to debut latest EP and new sound at Otro Cinco
The Syracuse band has spent the last few months transforming its sound and will debut its latest EP at Otro Cinco Saturday night. Read more »
TRL gets ready for a reboot, attempting to reach a new generation of music fans
Music columnist Phoebe Smith thinks TRL will be successful in its comeback by using nostalgia to attract a new generation of fans. Read more »
Woman rappers like Cardi B, Noname shouldn’t be labeled the “female version of (blank)”
From Cardi B to SZA, women all over have been paving the way for future artists to come, and they should get the credit they deserve. Read more »
4 things to know about Crywolf before his Syracuse show
After performing at major musical festivals like Middlelands, Firefly and South by Southwest, musician Crywolf will bring his diverse electronic style to The Westcott Theater this weekend. Read more »
Q&A with American folk rock band The Old Main
After its last album “Arlene” helped the band gain traction, The Old Main released the album “Too Far Gone.” The group will perform at The Westcott Theater on Thursday. Read more »
Beach Boys singer Brian Wilson to perform extended tour in Syracuse
Brian Wilson will perform Sunday night for the 50th anniversary of the band’s album “Pet Sounds.” Read more »
Fergie's second solo-album ‘Double Dutchess’ was worth the 11 year wait
Music columnist Phoebe Smith says Fergie’s new solo album “Double Dutchess,” will create the same effect as her first solo album from 11 years ago. Read more »
Bandier student is shaking up the cloud with popular rap singles
With the help of fellow Syracuse University students, sophomore Bandier student Kedar Ramanathan has increasingly gained a following on SoundCloud with his catchy rap songs and remixes. Read more »
Root Shock to perform 2-night mini festival at Funk 'n Waffles
Syracuse University alum Bill Eppel, Root Shock’s bassist, shares his perspective on the band’s five-year history before its shows this weekend. Read more »
Meek Mill’s performance at Syracuse University delayed until November
The rapper was the headliner for this year's Greek Freak concert. The tickets from the original date are valid for entry on Nov. 4. Read more »
Getting streamy: Spotify v. Apple Music fight for top music streaming service
By integrating video, Spotify will reign supreme in the streaming feud, argues Music columnist Phoebe Smith. Read more »
Hard-driving musician Popa Chubby to rock at Funk ‘n Waffles
Blues and punk rocker Popa Chubby will perform at the downtown restaurant at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday. Read more »
Former Rolling Stone and Billboard editor now runs Bandier program at Newhouse
Bill Werde interviewed Prince, attended Grammy after-parties and ran iconic music magazines. Now he's head of the Bandier Program. Read more »
