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From Smallpools to Diplo’s diverse music, Juice Jam did not disappoint

Juice Jam 2017’s lineup filled the stages at Skytop. The event was filled with crowd surfers, confetti and Pokemon. Read More »

September 11, 2017 at 12:04 am

Annual Syracuse Irish Festival to take place this weekend

Nearly 20 years ago, the first Syracuse Irish Festival took place right in Armory Square. Today, bands from all around the country and even Ireland will gather to perform this weekend. Read More »

September 6, 2017 at 11:28 pm

Q&A: Pigeons Playing Ping Pong on the pursuit of fun and funk

Maryland-based band Pigeons Playing Ping Pong will play at the Westcott Theater on August 31 with their third album “Pizazz” coming later this fall. Read More »

August 30, 2017 at 8:08 pm

3 Hour Power Shower went from an inside middle school joke to playing more than 200 shows

3 Hour Power Shower makes name for itself and brings a taste of the Buffalo music. Read More »

August 30, 2017 at 7:17 pm

Rock band O.A.R. to return to Syracuse for the 4th time

American rock band O.A.R. will perform at The Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater this fall. Read More »

June 24, 2017 at 10:10 am

The significance of artists taking years-long breaks between album releases

The process of putting out an album is exhausting to say the least, and columnist Jenny Bourque explores this trend from the past and present. Read More »

April 4, 2017 at 10:57 pm

Taking Back Sunday is coming to central New York. Here are 3 things to know about them.

The Long Island band Taking Back Sunday, will play at the Saranac Brewery on August 18. Their music is described as melodic hardcore. Read More »

March 21, 2017 at 11:55 pm

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 »

March 5, 2017 at 11:24 pm

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 »

February 28, 2017 at 11:17 pm

The Chainsmokers and Coldplay disappoint with new single, 'Something Just Like This'

Music columnist Christine Chung is really not pleased with this new single from The Chainsmokers and Coldplay. Read More »

February 26, 2017 at 9:31 pm

The original Funk 'n Waffles closed its doors for good. Here's what the last day was like.

Funk 'n Waffles has been a staple on the Hill for years. On Wednesday, the restaurant and music venue closed its doors for good. Read More »

February 23, 2017 at 12:06 am

Young the Giant totally killed it when they played in Syracuse Monday night

Young the Giant played with Lewis Del Mar at the F Shed Monday night, combining old favorites with new hits. Read More »

February 21, 2017 at 1:10 am

Freshman explores the world and speaks 4 languages

Khang Tran is fluent in four languages, has lived in three different countries, is in a band and plays rugby. Read More »

February 12, 2017 at 7:35 pm

Say happy birthday to Funk ‘n Waffles, because it's turning 10

Well-loved University Hill restaurant Funk ‘n’ Waffles has been serving and entertaining customers since 2007. On Friday, it will host its 10th birthday party. Read More »

January 25, 2017 at 10:47 pm

From Puff Daddy to Lorde, artists are making 2017 their comeback year

After long hiatuses, musicians are making epic comebacks this year. Music Columnist Christine Chung previews the variety of new music being released by popular artists and bands in 2017. Read More »

January 22, 2017 at 9:57 pm

5 things happening in Syracuse that students at home are missing

Syracuse University is dead this time of year without students -- but that doesn't mean the city stops too. Here's a recap of what's been going on during the first week of break. Read More »

December 22, 2016 at 2:18 pm

Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Yachty bring students together for sold-out concert

The 10th annual Hope Benefit Concert excited students, fans of headliner Lil Uzi Vert and supporting acts Lil Yachty and Dave East. Read More »

December 10, 2016 at 1:48 am

Syracuse University trio gets over 7000 hits on SoundCloud with just one song

Junior friends and musical group members use their different tastes in music to create genre-busting songs, exemplified in their first single, “Cannibal.” Read More »

December 6, 2016 at 8:33 pm

Q&A: Spiritual Rez discusses music video, working with AWOLNATION band member

Spiritual Rez, who got their start at Berklee College of Music in Boston, will play Nov 18 at Funk 'n Waffles downtown. Get to know them before heading out to the show. Read More »

November 16, 2016 at 9:30 pm

The Heavy Pets & Primate Fiasco entertain with psychedelic vibes

The Heavy Pets played to a packed house at the downtown Funk 'n' Waffles Saturday, Nov. 13. There was a wide range of ages there, from young college students to middle aged men and women. Read More »

November 13, 2016 at 5:47 pm

Q&A: Lead singer of the Heavy Pets talks about their upcoming performance

The Daily Orange sat down with lead singer and guitarist of the Heavy Pets, also a Syracuse Alum, to discuss their upcoming performance at Funk N Waffles and coming back to 'Cuse. Read More »

November 10, 2016 at 10:56 am

Sophomores combine unique talents, start music group

Sophomores Maggie Dooner, Austin Cieszko and RJ Levychin have completely unique music styles, but mesh together perfectly in their musical group, Sky Club. Read More »

November 8, 2016 at 8:41 pm

Gallery: Relive Rock the Dome 2016

Already missing Rock the Dome 2016? Relive all of the highlights of The 1975, Oh Wonder and 070 Shake with this gallery of photos from Friday's concert. Read More »

November 5, 2016 at 1:25 am