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"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...

"This won’t be the last time that they are seen at The Abyss, the band hopes to come by and perform whenever they are in the area or get asked to again." - Photo via Khali Britt.

The show must go on: Fun House & The Abyss join forces for a night of music

Maryela Gallardo March 20, 2024

Around two weeks ago, The Fun House concert venue released a statement following the shutdown of their venue. In efforts to keep the music alive, the venue co-hosted a show with another concert venue,...

"Welcoming back over 140 alumni playing on stage spanning seven decades, the evening of celebration commenced with an upbeat and jazzy rendition of Bill Zaccagni’s “Too Late… The Mambo” performed by Rowan University and Alumni Jazz Band, under the direction of Denis DiBlasio." - Contributor / Marcus Young.

Harmony through the decades: Rowan’s Centennial Concert celebrates music & memories

Marcus Young March 6, 2024

Both the seats and the stage of Pfleeger Concert Hall shone brightly on Saturday night with joy and elation as alumni and students gathered in honor of Rowan University's Centennial Concert, presented...

"The latest event was held on Feb. 16th, dubbed “Heartbreak Night,” with a lineup of six bands from around the region, and a formal theme for the attire." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Heartbreak Night at The Citadel: Glassboro’s fresh concert venue sets the stage for musical bliss

Maryela Gallardo February 28, 2024

A new place for the Rowan community to have fun, jump along to music, and meet new people has emerged in Glassboro, NJ. This new concert venue known as the Citadel is the next big location to hit the...

"LVNA wasted no time immersing themselves in the local music scene, debuting at a newly opened concert venue. Despite initial jitters... LVNA's raw energy and onstage chemistry quickly endeared them to audiences." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

REM: The love-infused single that catapulted LVNA into the campus limelight

Al Harmon February 21, 2024

In the bustling realm of college life, where academic pursuits typically take center stage, a new and distinct melody is reverberating through the halls and dorms of Rowan, specifically Holly Pointe Commons....

"MacKenzie, says he and his roommates lucked out with the location, not just for the living situation but for its functionality and good accommodations that allowed it to become a music venue." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

RALT’s Love-Filled Night: The Speakeasy’s debut features Rowan bands celebrating Valentine’s Day

Sarah Shockey February 21, 2024

On Feb. 15, the Rowan Alternative Music Club (RALT) once again held a night full of performances on the theme of Valentine’s Day with The Lovers Lagoon at Glassboro’s newest venue The Speakeasy. The...

"As someone very experienced in the trombone and brass instruments, Walley wanted his students to open their minds up to different ways of music during his performance and get exposed to pieces that aren’t specifically written for the trombone so they could incorporate them into their music knowledge." - Contributor / Lauren Picariello

Notes of inspiration: Adjunct professor Matt Walley takes center stage with unique trombone repertoires

Rianna Moses February 14, 2024

Dr. Matt Walley opens up about his trombone journey while exposing his students to different trombone repertoires during the last concert of The Festival of Brass at Rowan University.  The adjunct...

The band “Mules Of the Cellar” make their Fun House debut as they rock into Glassboro New Jersey’s music scene. - Contributor / Allison Cassidy

“Mules of the Cellar” make their Fun House debut as they rock into Glassboro New Jersey’s music scene

Allison Cassidy February 7, 2024

Atlantic City-based band ‘Mules Of The Cellar’ played their first Fun House concert on Feb. 3. They hit the stage, opening for other performances by Red Lightning, Heathmonger, and Memory Core. The...

Steinert performs at The Milk Crate's Halloween concert which was the venue first show that she runs with her roommates. - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

Strings & Stories: Madhavi Steinert’s journey from a small town to Spotify stardom

Grace Reed February 7, 2024

Originally from Jackson, New Jersey, Madhavi Steinert is a 21-year-old music industry major in her last year at Rowan University. At first glance, she may look like just any other student, but she's an...

"What Rowan is more known for is the raw unfiltered basement venues that are found all around campus. The more stripped-down and acoustic sets are not usually found a lot." - Contributor / Shane Bagot

Wooden vibes & melodic tunes: Silver Stain’s acoustic night at High Grounds

Shane Bagot January 31, 2024

Jan. 28th marked the first Silver Stain show of the semester at a local coffee shop, High Grounds Coffee Roasters. This is their second time booking at the shop, as they held a concert last December.  Located...

"President of Rowan Alternative Music and lead singer of Glassboro’s very own Shark Earrings, Sammi Kantor, says that starting the semester strong with a hardcore show is 'crazy' because of the 'tight fans' these bands attract." - Contributor / Ama Wick

From mosh pits to mayhem: Inside RALT’s Explosive 2024 kickoff show

Jane Van Wie January 31, 2024

Rowan’s student-run alternative music group, Rowan Alternative Music, had its first show of 2024 on Jan. 26 at Tune Lagoon in Glassboro, NJ. Open to all for a small fee that goes towards supporting...

The newly formed band Exit 82 are first to perform as RALT's annual Emo Nite. - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

RALT’s annual Emo Nite takes center stage at two iconic venues

Al Harmon December 6, 2023

This past weekend, on Dec. 1, the Rowan Alternative Music Club (RALT) once again brought the local music scene to life with their highly anticipated annual Emo Nite. However, what set this year apart...

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