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"Rohr’s journey as a guitarist began in the fifth grade when she got her first guitar for Christmas that year." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Rowan’s Liz Rohr & bandmates are making waves in Glassboro’s music scene

Aiden Seratore April 3, 2024

Glassboro’s music scene has been rising over the last few years, helping pave the way for aspiring musicians to begin their musical endeavors with open arms. Guitarist Liz Rohr is one of these musicians...

"Coming full circle now from the beginning of this piece, Vrablic loves performing and making people happy." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Striking a chord: How music shapes the life of Rowan freshman Jeremy Vrablic

Dylan Francis March 27, 2024

“I think I have centered my mind so much on music, I can not even imagine it getting taken away from me,” Jermey Vrablic said. That quote personifies who Vrablic is as a person. His life revolves...

"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...

Tenors and Basses practice during one of their multiple rehearsals in Pfleeger Concert Hall. — Staff Writer / Sarah Shockey

Rowan Music Department hosts annual Tenor/Bass Festival

Sarah Shockey October 25, 2023

On Oct. 18, 650 high school students gathered in Pfleeger Concert Hall for the annual Tenor & Bass Festival. An event that first kicked off at Rowan in 2008 welcomes tenors and basses from across...

Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

Feedback: Billy Strings brings bluegrass to the beach for Atlantic City shows

Amber Bertino February 22, 2023

The casino floor was swarming with uncommon patrons — people clad in tie-dye shirts, shawls, denim vests and Grateful Dead trucker hats. Fans of progressive/psychedelic bluegrass guitarist Billy Strings...

Fair Game recently performed at RALT's Emo Nite. - Staff Photographer / Dayna Stauts

Fair Game: New Rowan band enters the scene and announces upcoming performance

Al Harmon January 25, 2023

Numerous excellent alternative bands like Earth on Fire, Wall Carpets, Shark Earrings and many more call Rowan University home. Rowan has a thriving, continuously expanding alternative music scene that...

Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

Feedback: Billy Strings honors family tradition with “Me/And/Dad”

Amber Bertino November 30, 2022

It's easy to dwell on differences between generations. The division between the young and old is obvious, and often the catalyst for the swing of the cultural pendulum. Herein lies the value of commonalities...

Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

Feedback: Why you should play an instrument

Amber Bertino November 9, 2022

For my 21st birthday a few days ago I received a banjo. I had never played this instrument before, but I was enamored with its snappy tones and wanted to give it a go. As I held the hefty wood and...

Danny V's 52nd Street Band rocked the Pitman Theater on Oct. 16. - Arts & Entertainment Editor \ Chelsea Valcourt

Scenes From the Pitman Theater: Danny V & The 52nd Band pay Tribute to the Music of Billy Joel

Chelsea Valcourt October 19, 2022

On Oct. 16, after enjoying a meal at Martini’s in Pitman, a kind stranger approached my table. He explained that his son got COVID and could not attend the Danny V and the 52nd Street Band’s Billy...

Vocalist and guitarist, Eddie Masterson, and bassist, Bryce Mirabella, rocked the stage during the band's re-debut show on Sept. 17. / Photo via Dayna Stauts

Earth on Fire Welcomes new Concert Venue With Energetic Performance

Al Harmon September 20, 2022

For many musicians, live performances are an art form that must be developed and nurtured to advance their careers. A musician can genuinely share their work with others through performing. Many performers...

Members of "Earth on Fire" include drummer Ryan DeCesare, vocalist/guitarist Eddie Masterson, and bassist Bryce Mirabella. / Photo via Kyle Beke

Earth on Fire Releases First LP “Rotten Soil”

Amber Bertino September 14, 2022

Writing music involves both the methodical process of arranging sounds and the emotional act of self-expression. These two approaches seem separate in philosophy, but in practice, they are reliant upon...

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