The Ithacan

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.

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.

Review: Singles of the Week 10/17

By Matt Minton, Co Life and Culture Editor • October 26, 2022

Singles for the week 10/17.

Porchfest happily returns to the Ithaca live music scene

By Elizabeth Kharabadze, Co Life and Culture Editor • September 28, 2022

Porchfest returned to Ithaca in full swing Sept. 25 following a two-year hiatus because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Review: “90 in November” introduces indie rock band

By Sydney Brumfield, Senior Writer • August 31, 2022

The indie rock band Why Bonnie comes out of the gates strong with their first full-length LP, "90 in November."

Review: Turbulent album lacks spirit of band’s earlier music

By Jackson Noel, Staff Writer • September 22, 2020

Marilyn Manson’s newest album, “WE ARE CHAOS,” is a harsh reminder to longtime fans that the rock star band has lost its edge.

Review: Versatile sound bewitches rock album

By Dariene Seifert, Staff Writer • September 17, 2020

All Them Witches’ album “Nothing as the Ideal” delivers haunting multigenre tracks. Although the music is impressive, the lyrics are forgettable.

Review: 70s-inspired album rushes away from band’s roots

By Eva Salzman • February 26, 2020

After teasing fans with four singles off its upcoming album, Tame Impala finally released “The Slow Rush.” As anticipated, the album follows the band’s neo-psychedelic rock style, but it also offers...

Review: Album is a refreshing twist on bands traditional style

By Eva Salzman • February 19, 2020

Emerging from its four-year hiatus, Green Day’s new album “Father of All...” works to incorporate a new sound into the band’s repertoire. While the 10-song album sometimes features the band’s...

Review: Singles for the week of 11/15

By Arleigh Rodgers • November 20, 2019

“Watermelon Sugar” Harry Styles Released Nov. 17 Erskine Records Limited Styles’ honeyed vocals drive “Watermelon Sugar,” the impressive successor to his intoxicating “Lights...

Review: Album lacks lasting substance and potential

By Alex Hartzog • November 6, 2019

A far cry from his past work, singer-songwriter Van Morrison’s newest album, “Three Chords & the Truth,” invokes heavy folk and jazz vibes. However, Morrison’s new album feels like high-quality...

Review: The Goo Goo Dolls return with emotional album

By Lucas Jafet, Contributing Writer • September 24, 2019

Hailing from Buffalo, New York, the pop-rock duo the Goo Goo Dolls has maintained a high level of success over the last two decades. Its first major radio breakthrough was 1995’s “Name.” The band...