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"The park is now evolving into a skate community larger than what it started as, with skaters coming all the way down from New York just to skate at Rowan." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Rowan Skateboarding Club’s Spring Skate Jam: A fusion of music, skating, & community

Maryela Gallardo April 17, 2024

As the Rowan Skateboarding Club continues to grow, its events become more successful. The Rowan Skatepark welcomes more additions of ramps as each skate jam comes to the courts. The club held its first...

"The crowd’s energy grew as the night went on, with mosh pits forming during some of Shark Earrings' final songs." - Staff Writer / Isaac Linsk.

Rowan’s music scene hits Atlantic City: A night of genre-defying music at Anchor Rock Club

Isaac Linsk April 3, 2024

On March 29, just feet off of the famous Atlantic City boardwalk, Anchor Rock Club hosted a night of genre-defying music presented by Silver Stain Booking and Be Here Now. It was the first time Rowan-based...

"Audience members voiced they believe Silver Stain’s concerts provide a community where they feel implored to attend concerts to watch upcoming bands and solo artists from the area." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Silver Stain Concert at High Grounds: A showcase of musical talents

Marchella Mazzoni March 6, 2024

Showcasing the melodious artistry of young musicians from the South Jersey region, the Silver Stain booking company held a concert on March 2, at High Grounds Coffee Roasters in Glassboro for the fourth...

"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...

"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...

The band Spud Mack performs at the Tune Lagoon concert for their one year anniversary - Contributor / Ava Schubert

The latest in Rowan’s Alt. Scene: Tune Lagoon’s anniversary and new president elected

Ava Schubert September 20, 2023

Another show was added to the books for the student-run concert venue Tune Lagoon on Sept. 15. Rowan students came out to support three local bands all of which are based in South Jersey or Philadelphia....

Declan Rizzo from the band Echo Plum performs at the first THEIRS concert - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

Introducing Rowan’s newest concert venue: THEIRS

Al Harmon September 13, 2023

Three Rowan University grads, Trevor Hogan, Liam Hogan, and Clavin Platt opened THEIRS, a collegiate concert venue on Sept. 8 among the Rowan University music community. Located in the trio's house, THEIRS...

Rowan Progressives Vice President Durwood Pinkett gives his speech at the event. Arts & Entertainment Intern / Al Harmon

Rowan Progressives hosts “The Revolution Will Be Amplified”: uniting arts, culture and activism for change

Al Harmon April 19, 2023

On April 14, Robinson Green and Wilson Hall Oval came alive with the sounds of music, the power of spoken word, and the vibrant colors of art, as Rowan Progressives, a political college group, hosted...

Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

Feedback: Get to know this year’s Battle of the Bands performers

Amber Bertino March 22, 2023

In this week’s installment of Feedback, I’d like to direct you to some of the music being made by students here at Rowan. At the annual Battle of the Bands on March 4, nine bands performed in the...

2023 Battle of the Bands featured the works of Shark Earrings, Swansun, The Jettys, Estrogents, MEASURES, Frankie Mermaid, Joey Fattore, Spud Mack and Wall Carpets. - Contributing Photographer / Cass Jones

MEASURES wins Rowan’s 2023 Battle of the Bands

Al Harmon March 9, 2023

On March 4, Rowan University held its annual Battle of the Bands, bringing together some of the greatest student bands to compete for the coveted title of best Rowan band. The event, co-sponsored by Student...

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