Time Traveler Records is by far my favorite record store in Akron and it’s just about 10 minutes away from campus. You should shop at local businesses in order to give back to the community members that...
Think of BLU Jazz + as a fancier version of your usual club hangout with your crew. This club is located in downtown Akron, so it is quite accessible for UA students.
BLU Jazz + is known for its quality...
Hordes of metal fans gathered in Akron to enjoy Swedish metal band Opeth perform music from its “Sorceress World Tour” last Saturday night, Oct. 8.
The band released its latest album (and 12th...
The Touchdown Music Fest kicked off its first year at the Lee R. Jackson track and field complex Saturday afternoon to a crowd of over five hundred students, alumni, and community members. The planned-to-be-annual...
To celebrate Earth Day, the Zips Programming Network (ZPN) hosted Rock and Recycle on April 21 with featured bands Scenic Route and Spirit of the Bear.
At the event, which ran from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.,...
The Nine Deeez Nite band took over the Student Union Ballroom on March 31, entertaining students with pop culture from the 90s. The event started at 8 p.m. and was organized by The University of Akron’s...
In its third year, the Big Love Fest of Akron filled Summit Artspace with a family-friendly celebration of the community’s art, music, dance, food, spirituality, and connection.
Big Love was held...
Students were given the chance to perform songs, skits, dances, poetry, and stand-up comedy for Open Mic Night in the Student Union Starbucks Lounge last Wednesday, March 2.
This event was hosted by...
The jazz group Blue Pi gave a stellar performance in the Student Union on Monday evening, Feb. 29 to conclude Black History Month. The group is composed of musicians Kofi (piano), Jay (saxophone), and...
“It’s a lot of hard work and some great music. That's what people want,” said musician Mike Edel.
Edel is an indie folk singer-songwriter from British Columbia who is making his debut in Akron...
“I’ll be by your side, scribbling love with a pink crayon all over their picket signs,” were the final words of Asia Samon’s heartfelt tribute poem to his sister, Carla Cassandra Samson, entitled...
Music is nothing without meaning behind the message. Music is a display of an artist’s ability to showcase the world a bit of what’s happening in the current time. The day before her Super Bowl performance...
Several local high school choirs were invited to The University of Akron to participate in the annual Vocal-Choral Festival on Feb. 3 at E.J. Thomas Hall.
The Vocal-Choral Festival allowed over 200...
The University of Akron’s School of Music hosted a career day in Guzzetta Recital Hall on Wednesday, Oct. 21 for prospective students, parents, and even current students hoping to change majors.
The...
Guzzetta Recital Hall was filled with relaxing sounds of the saxophone, bass, guitar, and many more instruments on Oct. 13.
This past Tuesday marked the night of UA’s School of Music small jazz group...
In spite of a lukewarm audience, PigPen Theatre Co. instantly brought life to E.J. Thomas’s Stage Door when they stepped on stage on Wednesday, Sept. 16.
The band’s unique sound, humor, and smooth...
People who attended UA faculty guitarist James Marron’s performance got to escape the stress of school and work by listening to classical music from other countries.
Marron, the professor of UA School...
The Terpsichore Dance club presented “Spring into Dance” in the Paul A. Daum Theater in Kolbe Hall from April 2 through 4 at 7:30 p.m.
“Spring into Dance” showcased a wide range of dance styles,...
UA’s School of Music hosted guest clarinetist Nathan Williams and pianist Colette Valentine on April 1 at Guzzetta Hall.
Williams and Valentine gave a free concert to the public, and performed various...
By Sofia Syed, Arts & Life Editor
• February 12, 2015
UA’s Trombone Association wants to bring the spontaneity back into Valentine’s Day by offering a different kind of valentine. For only $25, a tuxedo- clad trombone trio will serenade your sweetheart.
Trombone...
The University of Akron’s Shrank Hall was put to great use this summer, as it has become home to Akron’s own Rubber City Shakespeare Company.
In its second season, Rubber City Shakespeare Company...
This year marks the 200th anniversary of our nation’s national anthem, along with the 150th anniversary of the end of the Civil War. The University of Akron threw a celebration of America’s history...
Helen Dauka
There’s a thin line between keeping the beat and going into a full on awkward bop-dance.
The thin line continues when trying to sing along. Too much and you’re the crazy fangirl. Too...
Sydney Laubscher
Whether you like the big band sound or smooth undertones, the premiere of the four-day JazzFest, held in the Guzzetta Recital Hall, was the place to be on Tuesday. Students, directors...
Beau Brown
Auditions for the original musical “Tuning In” will be held on Saturday, March 9. Singers, actors and dancers are all sought for the show, which will have its world premiere at E.J. Thomas...
Beau Brown
Many local musicians have tried to make it big in the music industry; few have succeeded.
But for the new, budding band, Bethesda, this dream is well within reach.
Composed of several talented...
Written by: Abigail Chaff
I never really cared enough to make New Year’s resolutions. What’s the point of pretending that I’m going to change, I figure, when I have that little voice in the back...
Written by: Beau Brown
Downtown Canton was lit up on Friday night. There were no explosions or fires, but rather a sprightly young musician named Lights.
Lights Poxleitner, a 25-year-old recording artist...
Written by: Forrest Dukes
The University of Akron hosted an a capella concert to benefit soldiers on Sunday.
The concert, held by The University of Akron in Leigh Hall, was the second annual AcapaROOza...
Written by: Rachel Ake
Witnessing a truly spectacular musical performance is a rare occasion; witnessing it at your very own college is a gift. The audience that attended Collage 2012! on Thursday evening...
Written by: Eric Warsinskey
How many of you remember the days of spending hours scouring the CD section at Best Buy, Target or your local music store? Those days are long gone, thanks to the onset of...
Written by: Alexandra Didato
The other day I was listening to the radio in my car and was appalled by a song that came on one of Akron’s “hit” radio stations: “Whistle” by Flo Rida.
Have you...
Written by: Beau Brown
If you enjoy a relaxing, social atmosphere while sitting back and enjoying live acoustic music and sipping on an ice-cold drink, then say hello, ladies and gentlemen, to The AcoustiX...
Written by: Alex Didato
The Rock the Roo Lunchtime Series continued this week with a performance featuring Latin pop singer Diego Val.
Residents and commuters alike gathered outside on the E.J. Thomas...
Written by: Zaina Salem
On August 16, eighteen musicians from around the area gathered at the Akron Art Museum to watch their creations come to life.
Each musician had two weeks to score a three-to-five-minute...
Written by: Beau Brown
Few people are aware of the world-renowned Palliative Care Center located right around the corner at Akron Children's Hospital.
The Haslinger Family Pediatric Palliative Care...
Written by: Tricia Cooke & Ashley Rastetter
This year marked the 79th annual Songfest for the Greek community.
This year’s Songfest theme was Billboard Hits by the Zips. The goal behind this event...
The music industry has undergone a huge transformation in the past century, especially in recording music.
The popular formats have transitioned from vinyl records to cassettes to compact discs, and now to digital music. But is this change in technology beneficial to the music industry?
On a rainy afternoon in Akron, it isn’t hard to imagine why Ralph Carney moved away to San Francisco over 20 years ago. At the same time, it is easy to understand why he still calls Akron home and returns here as much as possible.
“There is a dismal beauty that inhabits Akron much of the year, and in between those days of sunshine, a lot of great music can be written,” Carney said.
It is an odd statement to say the least, as his newest offering, “Serious Jass Project 2,” is a traditional collection of jazz standards, none of which were written by the artist. Carney instead focuses on performing the music. He plays saxophone and clarinet, and considers himself a multi-instrumentalist.
By: Russ Friend
Illegal downloading is rampant. It has gutted a bloated and corrupted music industry. Many artists have lost careers in the process, preventing them from buying their favorite hair care...
