Rapper, climate change activist Xiuhtezcatl Martinez to perform in Syracuse
When not suing the government over climate change, Xiuhtezcatl Martinez is releasing innovative-conscious rap. Read more »
From the Studio
STRFKR brings their eclectic sound to The Westcott
Oregon-based band STRFKR is scheduled to perform at The Westcott Theater on Monday. The band is touring after the release of its “Vault” album volumes last year. Read more »
Chappell Roan to show off evolving sound at The Lost Horizon
The Missouri-based singer will perform in Syracuse on Sunday, when she’ll perform songs from her upcoming album. Read more »
Orange STEM: Your brain on throwbacks — music and memories
Did you ever wonder why you love throwback music so much? Stephen Shepherd can tell you why. Read more »
Christina Custode to perform at Funk ‘n Waffles this weekend
The local artist will bring her latest single, “High Water,” to her Saturday performance in Armory Square. 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 »
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 »
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 »
Relive the glory days of pop punk with The PopRoxx
The PopRoxx, a band composed of four Syracuse University seniors, draws inspiration from the best names in pop punk, from The Clash to Green Day. Read more »
This band is named after Michelle Obama… or frog legs
Flotus consists of all Syracuse University freshmen and won Orange Music Group’s annual Battle of the Bands earlier this month. Read more »
Yeezy taught me: Meet Syracuse’s Kanye cover band
This Kanye cover band, formed spontaneously one week before its first performance, is now are taking over the SU music scene. Read more »
'The Nudes' band has minimalistic vibe, escape from daily life
Members of folk-indie Syracuse band The Nudes make music as an escape from their everyday jobs. Read more »
Guitarists share Brazilian culture with Slocum Auditorium
Three classical guitarists shared their craft with Slocum Auditorium Tuesday night, as part of a concert hosted by the art history and music history departments. Read more »
Aaron Cook$ just toured with Busta Rhymes, but now he’s making a name for himself
Syracuse native Aaron Cook$ has just finished a 30-day tour and plans to drop his first EP in April, featuring big-time rappers like French Montana. Read more »
This high schooler’s first words were ‘Get me a little guitar’
15-year-old Chris Cooley has been performing guitar since he was 3 years old and began street performing at the age of 6. Read more »
Senior folk singer began street performing as a teenager
Senior Julia Newman writes her own original music and performs in her hometown of Nantucket, Massachussetts. Read more »
This church holds the only open mic night in Syracuse that are on Mondays
This church has open mic nights every Monday to create a welcoming, inclusive environment for people with all talents and of any religion. Read more »
Meet Badfish, the Sublime cover band that melted Westcott Theater last weekend
Badfish, a world-known Sublime tribute band from Rhode Island, rocked the Westcott last Sunday. Read more »
Freshman Justin Goldman went to Rikers to get parental permission for a client
Freshman Justin Goldman manages three artists while also interning at major hip-hop record label, 300 Entertainment. Read more »
Music festivals dominate summer concert landscape
Music festivals are everything when it comes to summer concerts, and these Syracuse University students have attended their fair share. Read more »
Young Syracuse R&B artist has more than 100K listens on SoundCloud, will open for Migos
Syracuse local Nick Sgroi plans to open for Migos next month, while just debuting his career within half a year. Read more »
Sofar Sounds has success with first Syracuse performance
The global organization Sofar Sounds has been brought to Syracuse by two SU students, bridging the gap between the city and college communities. Read more »
From freestyle battles in the park to a poet on stage, Milan Chaney integrates honesty in her raps
Milan Chaney, musical artist and poet wants to make a name for herself in the rap community and inspire others in her community to strive for what they want. Read more »
Junior Charlie Burg believes that music can heal the world
Junior Charlie Burg creates music with soul in order to touch the lives of his listeners, and ultimately heal the world. Read more »
