Up-and-coming rapper Nardo Wick is popularizing Florida gangster rap
Jacksonville native Nardo Wick brings maturity and humility to the rap game as one of its hottest, up-and-coming stars. Read more »
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Genre-bending band Froggies hops to top of campus house scene
As the house show scene has thrived off Syracuse University’s campus, genre-bending band Froggies has made a name for themselves in the local scene. Read more »
Student-run Broke Records provides exposure opportunities to emerging artists
SU Bandier students formed their own artist development company, Broke Records, offering seasoned veterans and new student talent to share their music with the world. Read more »
Seeing Double’s ‘Bygones’ puts listeners in their villain-era
If you like Amy Winehouse and Arctic Monkeys, give Seeing Double’s “Bygones” a listen. Read more »
Get down or lay back at 4 shows this weekend
Intimate, small-venue concerts are on the docket for this week's concert lineup. Read more »
While full of exciting beats and bars, ‘Her Loss’ misses the mark of greatness
Drake and 21 Savage's new album, “Her Loss,” is an improvement from Drake’s previous works, but still misses the mark for a great album. Read more »
Baby Keem’s deluxe edition of ‘The Melodic Blue’ leaves fans eager for more
Baby Keem dropped a deluxe edition of smash hit album “The Melodic Blue,” jam packed with moshpit classics, soulful remixes and lyrical verses. Read more »
Your perfect mix of classes for spring 2023
It’s that time of the semester, and class registration is just around the corner. The Daily Orange Culture Staff compiled a list of classes to choose for the Spring 2023 semester based on your favorite album from this year. Read more »
Check out these 6 events in Syracuse this week
Sexual health, nerd culture, open mic and Día De Los Muertos are all represented in this week’s campus events. Read more »
‘Midnights’ is arguably Taylor Swift’s most mature work yet
Taylor Swift’s 10th studio album, "Midnights," was released to an excited fanbase, but has faced mixed reviews. Read more »
Get spooky on the dance floor at these Halloweekend concerts
House shows and local venues will be hosting shows throughout the weekend, leading up to Halloween. Read more »
Regions around the country to watch for new hip-hop, R&B talent
While hip-hop has strong roots in New York City, Los Angeles and Chicago, there are a few cities around the country that are making their own waves in the hip-hop/R&B genre. Read more »
Get funky this weekend, check out 5 concerts
The Westcott Theater, Redgate and Funk N Waffles will all be hosting bands this weekend. Read more »
Lil Baby transitions from gritty Atlanta street rap to mainstream sound on ‘It’s Only Me’
While Lil Baby’s newest project “It’s Only Me” doesn’t offer us a new side of the Atlanta rapper, it still cements him as one of the best rappers in the game. Read more »
'We really owe it all to 'Cuse': 3 alumni find success in music industry
Former Syracuse University students Andrew Idarraga and Benji Sheinman have helped Charlie Burg’s career after meeting as sophomores at SU. Read more »
Jam out with your parents, friends at these concerts in Syracuse
Bring your family to these concerts during family weekend to get off campus and move to the music. Read more »
Artist Spotlight: Syracuse-born rapper Toosii brings new sounds to melodic rap
Syracuse-born rapper Toosii has made a name for himself after his relocation to North Carolina, following in the footsteps of other Carolina rappers like DaBaby, Rapsody and Cordae. Read more »
Enjoy the start of October with these 5 concerts
Jam out at an assortment of budget-friendly concerts this weekend in and around Syracuse, all under $100. Read more »
Freddie Gibbs' latest album ‘$oul $old $eparately’ delivers in every department
After a two-year hiatus from the music scene, Freddie Gibbs’ latest album “$oul $old $eparately” maintains his well-known sound, while branching out into new musical territory. Read more »
Jazz and Commercial Music Program students go back to the 80s at latest concert
The Jazz and Commercial Music Program branched out with their performances as they hosted an 80’s themed night of jazz and pop music. Read more »
Round out the end of September with 5 concerts this weekend
All within an hour of Syracuse, these 5 concerts offer a range of genres and prices, a sure hit with any music fan. Read more »
UU to screen “Bodies Bodies Bodies” in conjunction with A24
University Union, in partnership with A24, will be hosting a showing of A24’s new movie “Bodies Bodies Bodies” at the Shemin Auditorium on September 28. Read more »
Follow up Juice Jam with these 6 concerts in Syracuse
Groove to the music this week at these 5 concerts in and around the Syracuse area. Read more »
‘For the vibes’: Students revel in droves at Juice Jam 2022
T-Pain, Flo Milli, Yung Gravy and Doechii took to the Juice Jam stage, bringing students together for the annual back to school concert. Read more »
