Tool nails a killer show at the Crypto

Share: A show full of bright lights, loud sounds, beautiful guitaring, and soothing vocals. The most memorable moment from that night was seeing 20,000 people rocking alongside each other for two straight hours. Feb. 15th stands as one of the most memorable nights of my life as I experienced one of the greatest concerts I’ve ever seen. In that moment in time, the crowd all shared something in common, a love for Tool.  Tool is a rock band that originated in Los Angeles in 1990. …

It’s a blurry choice: Be a part of an era or a renaissance?

Share: The summer of 2023 is coming to an end, and whether you saw it from your phone or actually had the chance to go in person, the live shows and concerts from the past few months have been something to marvel at.  Tons of artists from every genre have seemingly been aggressive to release tour dates over the past few months. Assumingly from the gap of time lost caused by COVID, it makes sense why so many artists held their shows so close to …

Capitalism is sucking the joy out of concerts

Share: Swifties and the Beyhive prepare, lining up several screens in front of their eyes, only to wait endless hours in a digital waiting room for concert tickets they may never even have a chance to buy. And those lucky enough to make it to the purchase page encounter ticket prices averaging over $300 a seat. Sorry music lovers. Bots are getting a Bey ticket before you do.  As Beyoncé’s Renaissance tour began selling tickets on Feb. 6, the hyper awareness of fairness or lack …

Concerts are back: Time to spend good money on Bad Bunny

Share: 2022 was stacked with music across the board, with bodies of work coming from top stars like Beyonce, The Weeknd, Harry Styles, Bad Bunny, and more. On top of that, there were a number of newer artists taking that next step to make a name for themselves such as Steve Lacy, JID, Latto, the list goes on. Looking ahead to this year it wouldn’t be a reach to expect more album releases from artists you might already have on your rotation. With the world …

Let virtual concerts save you from quarantine boredom

Share: As we practice social distancing amid the coronavirus outbreak, people are finding themselves stuck inside. Restaurants, bars, movie theatres, theme parks and many other public gatherings are being shut down. Concerts and festivals weren’t safe from cancellations either, but musicians haven’t been halted by the outbreak. Artists such as John Legend, John Mayer, Chris Martin and Pink have begun hosting Instagram Live concerts to stay connected with fans and provide them some relief from being stuck indoors. “I’ve never done this on my phone …

Autumn Sounds at Noon Concerts

Share: As the fall weather begins to breeze on campus, the sound of the season doesn’t seem to be coming from the wistful wind or falling leaves. Rather it comes from a blaring trumpet and a playful piano that can be heard during one of the music performances held on the West patio in front of the Center for the Arts building, for the weekly “Noon Concerts.” Follow:

Upcoming Events

Share: Thursday Chamber Ensembles Concert 7:30 p.m.- Harbeson Hall Hot L Baltimore play 8 p.m.- C-106   Friday Classical Guitar Ensemble 8 p.m.- Harbeson Hall Hot L Baltimore 8 p.m.- C-106   Saturday Hot L Baltimore 2 p.m. C-106 and 8 p.m.- C-106 Holiday Music Concert 8 p.m.-Sexson Auditorium Studio Dance Concert 8 p.m.- W-203   Dec. 10 African Drumming and Dancing Concert 8 p.m.- Harbeson Hall   Dec. 12 Board of Trustees meeting 6 p.m.- Creveling Lounge   Dec. 13 What I Did for …