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"With her music, Rose hopes to play as many live shows as she possibly can and hopes to write music for other artists in the future." - Photo via Bella Rose Durante

Kiaura Rose emerges with new single “Unbecoming,” blending dark pop & alternative influences

Jane Van Wie March 27, 2024

Kiaura Rose, a 21-year-old artist based in Pitman, New Jersey, has released a new single under Rowan Music Group, a professional recording label based in Rowan University’s College of Performing Arts....

"For the future, Dodds hopes to be a forensic artist as her grandmother used to work with the FBI as a secretary and after she passed, Dodds realized that art can be useful in the police field." - Self portrait created by Meghan Dodds.

Meghan Dodds: The rising star in fabric painting & forensic art

Rianna Moses March 20, 2024

From learning how to etch a leaf as a kid by her mom, to selling her original pieces of art, Meghan Dodds has come a long way in her creative journey and is making her way up to her artistic goals. Dodds,...

"She also has an interest in photography and is hoping to obtain an apprenticeship with a nearby studio. As for her music, Wood said, 'I don't know how or where, but I'll be making music for the rest of my life.'" - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Spud Mack: The soundtrack of Tessa Wood’s college experience

Grace Reed March 20, 2024

Tessa Wood is a 21-year-old music major with a communications studies minor and is in her last year at Rowan. She began her college career uncertain, first declaring herself undecided, and switching majors...

Clove ring that Vanaman created back in the fall of 2023. - Photo via @ev_vanaman_art on Instagram.

Finding joy in metal: How Evelyn Vanaman rediscovered her creative outlet

Dylan Francis March 19, 2024

Evelyn Vanaman is a senior at Rowan University where she is pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a major in studio art. Her focus is on metal jewelry making. When she first started college, Vanaman was...

An expressive portrait of Stanley's mother created by herself. - Photo via Emma Stanley.

Emma Stanley’s creative path from sketching pets to running an Etsy Shop

Sarah Shockey March 18, 2024

Senior graphic design major Emma Stanley has always been surrounded by animals. She is the proud mother of five parakeets, and one of her birds, Willow, lives with her on campus. Growing up in Swedesboro,...

"Social media has helped Moran through his musical journey as he currently actively posts on Instagram and TikTok." Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Slim Dogis drummer & solo artist: Jason Moran’s diverse musical venture

Rianna Moses March 6, 2024

From getting his first drum kit on his ninth birthday, Jason Moran has come a long way and is excited to release a long-awaited EP along with original music with his band at Rowan University. Moran, a...

"Not only were Beyonce fans outraged, but social media users at large, which sparked an entirely new conversation and controversy about what exactly classifies a song as “country music." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Beyonce meets country: Texas Hold ‘Em threw the world into a whirlwind of controversy

Sophia Fandino February 28, 2024

https://open.spotify.com/track/0Z7nGFVCLfixWctgePsRk9?si=dfeacb821c654501 The year 2024 so far has been treating the country’s newest upcoming artists particularly well, but Beyonce, one of music’s...

"This song is a classified pop hit debuting at No. 19 on the Billboard Hot 100 and listeners are excited for this era of self-love." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Selena Gomez radiates self-love in new single “Love On:” A visual journey through Paris

Marchella Mazzoni February 28, 2024

https://open.spotify.com/track/2fB5YRuD88drKpCXQOAk03?si=6205112e52164180 Those tuning into listening to pop radio stations are turning their “Love On” with Selena Gomez’s first single release...

"Joe’s end goals go hand in hand with his future occupation and his career as an artist. He wants to own a music studio one day, but as an artist, his dream is to live off making music." - Photo via @joekoda on Instagram.

Joe Koda leaps with emotional beats & melodies: Countdown to his April EP release

Aiden Seratore February 28, 2024

Joe Koda is a senior majoring in music technology here at Rowan University. Koda graduated from Paramus High School in Bergen County back in 2020. He began tinkering with creating his music after being...

"Cruz wanted to remain involved in sports going into college but it became a struggle during his first semester. He originally thought he wanted to become an athletic trainer. After his first semester went poorly, Cruz decided to switch to Sports CaM and he benefited from that tremendously." - Photo via Zion Cruz.

How Zion Cruz found his niche in sports content creation

Dylan Francis February 21, 2024

Zion Cruz is a 21-year-old junior majoring in sports communication and media (Sports CaM) with a concentration in radio, television, and film (RTF). Cruz does a lot of different things regarding his content....

"She wishes to be a person who can write for big artists one day while also still creating her music. In her career, she plans to combine her skills as a songwriter, artist, and performer." - Photo via @giovjones on Instagram.

Gianna Jones shares the making of “Come My Way” & teases upcoming EP

Marchella Mazzoni February 21, 2024

Releasing her latest single ‘Come My Way’ on Feb. 16, the 21-year-old singer-songwriter and junior music industry major Gianna Jones is making her mark in the musical world continuously releasing...

"After her first piccolo solo, Herbine was told by her band director that she'll make more money if she becomes a piccolo artist as they don't play as much, however, when they do, it's very important." - Copy Editor / Rianna Moses.

Lois Herbine’s musical journey & impactful recital at Boyd Recital Hall

Rianna Moses February 21, 2024

Piccolo specialist Lois Herbine uncovers her musical passage with the small sister of the flute while being grateful for the experiences that got her here. The Recording Artist from Philadelphia who went...

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