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“Getting into Knives” is an emotional folk-rock album from a prominent indie group “The Mountain Goats.”

Review: Enduring indie band drops sharp album

By Logan R. Sands, Contributing Writer November 10, 2020
“Getting into Knives” is an emotional folk-rock album from a prominent indie group The Mountain Goats.
Folk musician Jennifer Castle’s new album “Monarch Season” is an ethereal experience inspired by monarch butterflies.

Review: Folk artist releases earthly album with butterfly theme

By Jasmine Morrow, Contributing Writer October 30, 2020
Folk musician Jennifer Castle’s new album “Monarch Season” is an ethereal experience inspired by monarch butterflies.
Nepotism in indie music industry leads to unequal footing

Nepotism in indie music industry leads to unequal footing

By Eva Salzman, Staff Writer October 15, 2020
With the rise of the internet making it easier to share music on platforms like YouTube, it seems as though anyone can produce the next hit.
"Do You Wonder About Me?" is Diet Cig's latest, harrowing album that uses witty and vulnerable lyrics that catapult it to success. Occasionally the album's back tracks are too simple to be noteworthy, but this overall matches the band's trademark style.

Review: Vulnerable lyrics empower Diet Cig album

By Eva Salzman May 15, 2020
"Do You Wonder About Me?" is Diet Cig's latest, harrowing album that uses witty and vulnerable lyrics that catapult it to success.
"The New Abnormal," the first album from The Strokes in seven years, is nostalgic of the '80s and will keep longtime fans satisfied.

Review: The Strokes delivers striking addition to discography

By Eva Salzman April 26, 2020
"The New Abnormal," the first album from The Strokes in seven years, is nostalgic of the '80s and will keep longtime fans satisfied.
Electronic duo Matt and Kim will be performing at Cayuga Sound Festival in Ithaca.

Q&A: Matt of Matt and Kim talks songwriting and Cayuga Sound

By Hannah Fitzpatrick and Olivia Riggio September 17, 2018
Brooklyn-based indie duo Matt and Kim are on the lineup for this year’s Cayuga Sound Festival on Sept. 21 and 22 in Stewart Park in Ithaca.
"Blue Madonna" is the newest album from indie artist Børns. His usual heavy guitar and percussion are replaced by softer instrumentals and vocals, leading to songs that are both strong and delicate.

Review: Børns brings a softer sound to ‘Blue Madonna’

By Noa Covell, Staff Writer January 23, 2018
Back and more indie than ever, Børns was able to keep listeners hooked with each head bob–inducing track.
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