When the subject of music is brought up at Oberlin, the conversation often centers on the conservatory. While this part of the institution merits attention, the bustling and innovative music scene within the college certainly should not go unrecognized. On April 29 at the Cat in the Cream, the Video Game Cover Collective (VGCC) made… Continue reading Review: Video Game Cover Collective
Author: Ben Giesen
Recording Review: The Border by Willie Nelson
Willie Nelson is arguably one of the most highly acclaimed creative minds of all time. He is known not only for his timeless country music recordings but also for the influence he has had on talented musicians of all different backgrounds ranging from trumpet virtuoso, Wynton Marsalis, to hip hop legend, Snoop Dogg. Equally as… Continue reading Recording Review: The Border by Willie Nelson
Preview – Warren & Flick and The Allard Brothers
With dozens of musical events happening every week at Oberlin, deciding which ones to attend can often be a daunting task. While the Conservatory is known for its highly esteemed Classical, Jazz, and TIMARA departments, these areas of study certainly do not represent the full range of musical offerings available in and around Oberlin. The… Continue reading Preview – Warren & Flick and The Allard Brothers
Recital Review – Fae Ordaz Junior Recital
If Oberlin Conservatory’s Technology in Music and Related Arts (TIMARA) program were to be described in one word, “unconventional,” would likely be a top candidate. Upon arriving in Fairchild Chapel on the evening of March 13, 2025, it was clear that Fae Ordaz’s junior TIMARA recital would live up to this reputation. On stage was… Continue reading Recital Review – Fae Ordaz Junior Recital
Recording Review: Some Thingies (2025) – Knower
There is no doubt that the group Knower has one of the most distinct sounds of any actively recording band today. With their authentic flavor of EDM, Metal, and Funk inspired jazz fusion, this group has garnered an impressive cult-like following over the last 15 years. Their diverse array of musical influences combined with the… Continue reading Recording Review: Some Thingies (2025) – Knower
Slightly Tooned, Much Appreciated
On Valentine's day of 2025, the Cape Cod-based party and wedding band, Slightly Tooned, played an alumni performance at the ‘Sco that shook the foundation of Oberlin College’s Wilder Hall. From start to finish, the dance floor was pushed to capacity by an impassioned crowd of Obies. For over two and a half hours, the… Continue reading Slightly Tooned, Much Appreciated
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