Music
concert
Armed with down-to-earth energy, Neon Trees keeps the rain off D-day’s parade
In short, the name of the game was energy. Glenn came prepared. Read More
Music
Midnight Ramblers not only survive, but thrive in spring show
The Midnight Ramblers showcased their final performance Saturday to a substantial audience in Strong Auditorium. 14 of the Ramblers started the show with the rattling harmony “Rehab” by Amy Winehouse. The Ramblers also included complex and fairly synchronized dancing, plus an array of strobe lights, and fog that blanketed the concert throughout the evening. Humor […]
Music
OBOC marks 20th anniversary with spring show
Off Broadway On Campus (OBOC) gave their spring show, titled “A Mid-April Night’s Dream,” commemorating the group’s 20th year. Beginning at 8 p.m. to a substantial crowd in Strong Auditorium, the show featured dream-related performances including “Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ the Boat” from “Guys and Dolls” and “Times are Hard for Dreamers” from “Amélie.” The […]
Karaoke
International Karaoke: Cultural performance night
The winner took home $15 in URos and a plastic toy microphone at the end of International Karaoke Night on Saturday. The Language Center filled up steadily throughout the two-hour show. “I’ve hosted this four or five times, but we’ve had the event since 2015,” said sophomore Kinga Flaga, one of the two hosts. “It’s […]
Indie
Emperor X is absurdly authentic
Kick back with a tall boy and jam along with the most esoteric Canadian former physics teacher to grace the 21st century lo-fi indie folk punk scene. Read More
China Nite
China Nite: CSA’s annual New Year celebration
Chinese music, dance, and theater — both traditional and contemporary — came to Strong Auditorium during China Nite, sponsored by the Chinese Student Association, on Friday. “Lunar New Year is a time for family reunion,” one of the four hosts announced. “Although most of us aren’t able to be with our families tonight, [...] we […]
Eastman
Impressive. . . Most Impressive: Rochester Philharmonic and ‘The Empire Strikes Back’
Reflect on the first time you saw “Star Wars.” The hum of a lightsaber, the epic laser battles, the intricate ships, and different planets each with their unique cultures — and most importantly, the swell of the strings and brass as they serenade you. Think of the wonder, magic, and excitement that comes alongside those […]
Bowie
Bio-Doc: ‘The Life and Art of David Bowie’
Overwhelming aesthetic power was the focus of “The Life and Art of David Bowie,” a semi-biographical documentary shown at the Memorial Art Gallery. Read More
Mr. Brightside
The joyous unity of “Mr. Brightside”
Many tracks have come and gone over the years as frat house staples — “Mo Bamba” is probably the latest — but few, if any, could ever command the nostalgic value, and staying power of the iconic “Mr. Brightside.” By far the most popular number ever put out by The Killers, a post-punk foursome from […]
A Cappella
Yellowjackets are fun, energetic in fall show
On Saturday, Nov. 17, the Yellowjackets showcased their lively performances of love songs supported by vibrant theatre effects. The visual effects characterized the exuberance of the show; emerging out of darkness into brightly-lit blue and yellow light beams, the Yellowjackets entered the stage facing loud cheers from the crowd. As the Yellowjackets continued their rendition […]
