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On Oct. 25 Pixies released “The Night the Zombies Came,” which feels like a monster mash that combines some of the band’s iconic sound and lyrical storytelling.

Pixies raise the dead with eerie rocking melodies

By Sheelagh Doe, Staff Writer • October 30, 2024
Pixies has come back to haunt October with their spooky spectacular ninth studio album “The Night the Zombies Came.” The album holds a theme of horror with stories of zombies, hypnosis and being chased from the perspective of a decapitated chicken. The band has been long known for its imprint on rock music in the 1980s and early 1990s, but as of March this year, its bassist Paz Lenchantin left the group and fans have been eager to hear what the band’s new sound will be. Emma Richardson, the new bassist, pulls through with her smooth vocals on various tracks in the new album. Bass lines are the glue to any song and Richardson proves her ability to keep up with the large shoes left for her to fill, while also adding her own style.
"Guitar Music" is the newest addition to the growing world of post-Brexit British post-punk.

Review: Courting makes strong initial impression

By Jess Williams, Staff Writer • October 5, 2022
The indie rock band Courting debuts their inventive first album, "Guitar Music," to much success and acclaim.
Iggy Pop's newest album "Free" is a reflection of the artist's eccentricities, at the expense of the quality of the product. The album is jazzy, moving away from Pop's typical rock. Although some lyrics are strong, a lot of them feel bizarre and lazy.

Review: Singer delivers outlandish addition to punk anthology

By Kara Bowen, Staff Writer • September 17, 2019

Iggy Pop is one of the few artists who perfectly represents the spirit of punk. A few of the highlights of his decades-long career include covering himself in peanut butter, performing in a loincloth,...

Review: Singles for the week of 2/9

Review: Singles for the week of 2/9

February 9, 2019

Capacity Charlie Bliss Released Feb. 7, 2019 Barsuk Records Charlie Bliss’ new single is sugary and carefree. Frontwoman Eva Hendricks sings about growing to realize people-pleasing can lead...

Drummer Jarrett Dougherty, lead singer and guitarist Marissa Paternoster and bassist King Mike of Screaming Females will perform at The Haunt on April 12 for a tour of their latest album "All At Once."

Q&A: Screaming Females set to play show at The Haunt

By Hannah Fitzpatrick, Staff Writer • April 10, 2018
"As a band, I think we’ve become more confident when performing, and more honest with each other when we’re writing songs together," Marissa Paternoster said.
Punk band Screaming Females has released its seventh LP, "All At Once." The album shows off complex melodies and lead singer Marissa Paternoster's impressive vocals.

Review: Screaming Females showcases stunning vocals

By Hannah Fitzpatrick, Staff Writer • February 28, 2018
Screaming Females' newest album, “All At Once,” provides melodic anthems that still stay in touch with the band's underground, basement-show roots.
WATCH: The Haunt hosts concert for Ithaca College bands

WATCH: The Haunt hosts concert for Ithaca College bands

By Kara Bowen, Staff Writer • November 15, 2017
At the end of their set, several audience members threw their bras onstage, caught by the lead singer and songwriter, junior Olivia Riggio.
From left, sophomores Elise Littlefield and Diamond Watt volunteer at an Ithaca Underground show on Feb. 26 for hip-hop groups Milo, Elucid and Ithaca local, Sammus. The performance at The Haunt, along with many other IU shows, allow Ithaca College students to get involved in the music scene in Ithaca.

Students volunteering in Ithaca Underground build community

By Olivia Riggio, Staff Writer • March 8, 2017
Ithaca Underground advertises itself as an organization that provides an inclusive environment fostering exploration of artistic style for bands.
Cornell University's "Punkfest Cornell" will feature iconic musicians, from bands such as Fugazi (left) and Maria (Masha) Alyokhina and Alexandra (Sasha) Bogino from Pussy Riot (right).

Punk’s not dead: ‘Punkfest Cornell’ honors music and culture

By Olivia Riggio, Staff Writer • October 26, 2016
Beginning Nov. 1, Cornell University is holding a five-day-long festival in celebration of punk music and culture throughout history.
Review: Strong vocals propel punk band's style expansion

Review: Strong vocals propel punk band’s style expansion

By Erica Dischino, Staff Writer • March 2, 2015
Screaming Females unveil a newfound range of musical style in "Rose Mountain."

Review: Melancholy punk-rock release thrives with catchy melodies

By James O'Hagan, Staff Writer • April 30, 2014
Melancholy punk group pleases with new release.
Seniors Mark Slotoroff, Jake Alvarez, Wade McManus and Will Shuttleworth rehearse in their house on East State Street. The band released its first album on Feb. 18.

On the road: Student band released debut album

By Ashley Wolf, Staff Writer • March 5, 2014
The Danbees, a band composed of four seniors, recently released their debut album "I'm in Control" on Feb. 18.
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