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"Siegel's greatest inspirations have been Travis Barker of Blink 182 fame, Neil Peart of Rush, and jazz drummer Buddy Rich." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Alexander Siegel: The drummer behind Rowan’s rising band, Spud Mack

Grace Reed April 24, 2024

Alexander Siegel is a 21-year-old business major in his second to last year at Rowan. Despite his conventional field of study, Siegel remains quite the opposite, loving music, and making a name for himself...

"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...

"During the performance, a screen above the band played a video compilation of Tony Bennett throughout the years, highlighting the vastness of his career with shots of a young Tony performing in the 1950s & 60s mixed with recent clips from his multiple concerts with Lady Gaga in the 2010s." - Contributor / Adam Reim.

Harmonizing Tribute: Rowan University’s 54th Annual Jazz Festival pays homage to Tony Bennett

Adam Reim February 21, 2024

On the evening of Feb. 16, jazz appreciators from all across South Jersey assembled in Pfleeger Concert Hall to witness the culmination of Rowan University’s 54th Annual Jazz Festival: a tribute concert...

"Venez started drumming ten years ago when the drummer in his dad’s cover band gave him his first drum set, which is still the one he plays in his home in Toms River." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

Matt Venez: A drummer remixing the beat of the music industry program

Aiden Seratore November 29, 2023

The Department of Music here at Rowan is one of the most top-notch programs in all of New Jersey. It helps those who want to take their love and passion for music to the next level and helps young minds...

Spud Mack performs at a Tune Lagoon concert - Contributor / Ama Wick

The serendipity of Spud Mack

Al Harmon September 27, 2023

Rowan has a vibrant and diverse music scene, but few bands capture the essence of this scene quite like Spud Mack. Comprising a whopping six talented and passionate members, Spud Mack has been making...

Ethan Eno showcased his talents with a tenor saxophone solo. - Arts & Entertainment Intern / Al Harmon

Rowan showcases student talent during 53rd annual jazz festival with guest performer Dan Monaghan

Al Harmon February 15, 2023

On Feb. 10, Rowan University hosted the 53rd Annual Rowan Jazz Festival Concert. The concert was held at the Pfleeger Concert Hall and was hosted by Denis DiBlasio, the director of Jazz Studies at Rowan...

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...

Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

Feedback: The Killers Light Up the Wells Fargo Center

Amber Bertino October 5, 2022

The Killers brought some Las Vegas flair to Philadelphia on Sept. 27, performing at the Wells Fargo Center for their “Imploding the Mirage” tour. The Killers understand the importance of putting on...

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...

Steve Solkela's deep voice brought him from Minnesota to Rowan University on a full scholarship. - Photo Editor/Cole Ditzel

Sophomore music major Steve Solkela can play nine instruments at once

Maria Morales April 11, 2017

Steve Solkela slicks back his hair, which is wrapped in a blue and white bandana, away from his face. He puts his accordion in place and begins playing a song with nine instruments, simultaneously. Solkela...

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