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"The Bramble House, while unaffiliated with Rowan Alternative, is dedicated to providing a venue for local artists to perform for the Glassboro music scene." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Bramble House hosts house show

Dan Hassall, Staff Writer November 13, 2024

Last Saturday night on Nov. 9, the Bramble House hosted a house show featuring multiple local music acts.  Alt-rock band Sore Winner opened and was followed by a performance by Swansun, another alternative...

"Welcome to Red Oak Records!" - Photo via @redoakrecords_ on Instagram

Rowan Music Group decides to rebrand

Mattie Mac Kay, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

While going down Meditation Walk this past week, many likely saw an ominous red square that read “October 23rd” in the same font used for Charli XCX’s “Brat” album cover. Along with the date...

"The group of four has been passionate about playing music for nearly all of their lives, with Giuliani finding her love for singing at a young age and taking singing lessons for about seven years." - Photo via Ama Wick

Polaroid Fade: Crafting dreamy tunes inspired by Jersey Shore vibes

Marchella Mazzoni April 24, 2024

Surrounded by the sound of crashing waves traveling across the coast, the band Polaroid Fade pens all season long at New Jersey beaches.  Polaroid Fade’s song inspiration stems from taking in...

"The group of three musicians practiced together and performed at house show venues and bars for six months leading up to Battle of the Bands." - Arts & Entertainment / Al Harmon.

Phineas Wrath: Rising stars of Glassboro’s rock scene take the stage

Marchella Mazzoni April 17, 2024

Phineas Wrath, the band captivating Glassboro with their rock essence performing at Battle of the Bands and The Speakeasy, continues to venture into making their mark on the local music scene.  With...

"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,...

"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...

"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...

"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...

Madeline Reddy performs as the annual Emo Nite host by the Matte House with her band "Luna." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

Maddie Reddy’s journey through the music scene

Aiden Seratore December 6, 2023

The music scene here at Rowan University goes underappreciated by those who don’t even know of its significance. Maddie Reddy, vocal music education student and Vocalist of local music group Luna understands...

"The choice of using “donated” milk crates not only added a rustic charm to the stage but also gave the venue its distinctive name." - Arts & Entertainment  Editor / Al Harmon

The Milk Crate: The new concert venue that’s reshaping the campus music scene

Al Harmon November 15, 2023

In the heart of campus life at an undisclosed university, two college girls, Madhavi Steinert a music industry major, and Bianca Ragusa an RTF major, have embarked on an innovative journey by establishing...

A night filled with spooky sounds and creative scary costumes at The Fun House for their Halloween concert. — Contributor / Jenna Ascolese

Spooky sounds & creative costumes: A Halloween night to remember at The Fun House

Jenna Ascolese November 1, 2023

The Fun House venue in Glassboro held a concert last Thursday. The appreciation for Halloween was more than evident in this room as music lovers showed up with their unique costumes ranging from Wizard...

New band entering the local music scene: Intro to Insolence - Contributing Photographer / Colin Dyce

Intro to Insolence: A band determined to establish a presence

Al Harmon April 26, 2023

The local music scene is always humming with new talent, and Intro to Insolence is one of the bands that has been steadily gaining attention.  This band of friends, who define their music as alternative...

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