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“Reflecting” on Melt

Not for Radio, which she calls her “alternate reality” is not the end of The Marías, just a side endeavor. Read More

A careful balance: Eastman Philharmonia explores Shostakovich’s turbulent world

Eastman honoreds the 50th anniversary of his death with a colorful palette of student and faculty concerts, performing his most personal, anxious, political, energetic, and tragic works. Read More

The Mountain Goats bring fervent Indie Folk to Water Street Music Hall

These guys had way too much energy for a Thursday night. Read More

Eastman first-year experiences the Grammy Awards up close and personal

It’s already exciting to view at home, despite the commercial breaks, but it’s even more incredible if you get to be one of the lucky few who attend the ceremonies in person. Eastman Vocal Jazz first-year Harrison Candelario is one such person. Read More

“Manning Fireworks” by MJ Lenderman Review

Lenderman is no stranger to warm country licks, fuzzy pedal driven riffs, and a touch of psychedelia. Read More

The Beatles release their final song, bringing the 1960s into 2023 

Though it marks the official end of the Beatles’ career, it also marks the start of a new age of appreciation and love for their genius and timeless music. Read More

“An Evening with Renée Elise Goldsberry”: A shining Mel Weekend performance

Before we start, let me make a disclaimer: I am not a musical person.  I have taken up three different instruments in my life and yet currently know how to play none of them. I have no musical expertise besides the remnants of the music theory my piano teacher taught me ages ago and what […]

underscores: a warm welcome to the world of “Wallsocket”

Wallsocket’s locals find themselves dissecting the dauntingly resonant transition to adulthood in song after song. Read More

Sex, drugs, and Hollywood love with Slayyyter’s “STARFUCKER”

With new style, new money, and new tits, “STARFUCKER” marks the dawning of an age for Slayyyter. Read More

“Unreal Unearth” and Hozier’s ties to his native culture

It holds up to the high bar he has set, if not surpassing it. Adding his culture to his perfected deep prose and enchanting composition. Read More