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Logic features artists like RZA, Lucy Rose, C Dot Castro, Norah Jones and Seth MacFarlane on his new album, College Park.

Review: Logic’s new album takes fans through rise to fame

By Jadyn Davis, Staff Writer • March 22, 2023
"College Park" feels like an autobiographical take on rapper Logic's life, revealing great detail through narration and compelling lyrics.
Through four years on the music scene, Gracie Abrams has proven her musical talents. Now that she has a full album out, her storytelling abilities rise to the occasion.

Review: Gracie Abrams wishes ‘Good Riddance’ to her past

By Kinsey Burr, Staff Writer • March 19, 2023
"Good Riddance" provides a window into artist Gracie Abrams' mind. What makes it even more impressive is that this is her debut album.
Cracker Island feels like a truly personal Gorillaz album, largely influenced by dreams. However, nothing has quite crept out of the shadow of the bands 2010 career.

Review: Gorillaz sets off in a new direction on vibey record

By Andrew Tell, Staff Writer • March 8, 2023
"Cracker Island" is the most personal a Gorillaz album has ever felt, taking a more laid-back approach to its sound.
With an eclectic style, appealing sense of symmetry and Caroline Polacheks artistry, “Desire, I Want to Turn Into You” is ultimately a stunning record worth everybodys time.

Review: Caroline Polachek visualizes desire on new record

By Jess Williams, Staff Writer • March 7, 2023
“Desire, I Want to Turn Into You” is a convincing title: Polachek seems to be so obsessed with desire itself that she wants to become an emotion.
As Andy Shauf did on his previous albums, he plays every instrument heard on Norm himself, which is no small feat.

Review: Andy Shauf is back with ambitious concept album

By Lily Lipka, Staff Writer • February 27, 2023
"Norm" sees Andy Shauf return to another fascinating concept album in one of his most ambitious undertakings to date.
When Pierce the Veil landed its biggest hit in 2012, the emo scene was moving toward an indie sound, something the band never quite latched onto.

Review: Pierce the Veil is late to the punch once again

By Andrew Tell, Staff Writer • February 23, 2023
"The Jaws of Life" is a sad reminder that Pierce the Veil is still riding the coattails of a genre that has expired past its prime. 

Ithaca Rotary Club presents Music for Ukraine

By Kalysta Donaghy-Robinson and Maggie Bryan • February 22, 2023

From left, drummer Zac Farro, vocalist Hayley Williams and guitarist Taylor York make up the rock band Paramore.

Review: Paramore is back and better than ever

By Jadyn Davis, Staff Writer • February 21, 2023
Longtime fans of Paramore who have grown up listening to their music now have "This Is Why," an album that shows the band's maturity over the years.
After seven years of passionate effort, Rayes debut album “My 21st Century Blues effectively tackles heavy subjects like sexual abuse, eating disorders and sexism.

Review: Raye’s debut album is personal and vulnerable

By Sarah Payne, Contributing Writer • February 14, 2023
Throughout the course of just her first studio album, Raye masters the art of storytelling — something that is often lost in modern-day music.
Young Fathers, which has been working together since 2008, consists of Liberian-born Alloysious Massaquoi, Scottish-Nigerian Kayus Bankole and Edinburgh local “G” Hastings.

Review: R&B trio blends musical ideas to great effect

By Andrew Tell, Contributing Writer • February 14, 2023
"Heavy Heavy" sees the R&B Scottish trio, Young Fathers, beautifully showcasing the power of blending musical cultures together.
Lil Yachty takes inspiration from artists like Pink Floyd, and also includes a wide range of collaborators on his new record, Lets Start Here.

Review: Lil Yachty turns to psychedelic rock

By Jess Williams, Staff Writer • February 9, 2023
On "Let's Start Here," Lil Yachty reinvents himself. What is most surprising is how comfortable he seems to be in the world of rock.

IC Jazz Ensemble reaches new heights at the Big Band Summit

By Maggie Bryan • February 8, 2023

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