On Tuesday, March 10, two members of the trio TAKAAT — American bassist Mikey Coltun and Nigerien guitarist-singer Ahmoudou Madassane — held a workshop in Oberlin Conservatory’s TIMARA Gallery prior to their Modern Music Guild-sponsored show at the Dionysus Disco. TAKAAT was formed by the rhythm section of famed Nigerien guitarist, singer and songwriter Mdou… Continue reading TAKAAT Brings History Lesson and Live Demo to Oberlin
Lou Phelps – The Bounciest Show on Campus
Photo by: Sam Kennedy On February 20, DJ, producer, rapper, and songwriter Lou Phelps came to Oberlin and delivered one of the bounciest ‘Sco shows the campus has seen. He makes music under the subgenre of rap-house and has often worked in collaboration with his brother KAYTRANADA. Rap-house combines the danceable instrumental of house music… Continue reading Lou Phelps – The Bounciest Show on Campus
Concert Preview: Eboon’s Full-band Debut at the Cat
Ebun Lawore wants to make the student music scene at Oberlin less competitive and more chill. The 20-year-old singer-songwriter and guitarist has had plenty of performance experience, but she’s relatively new to playing her own music in a live setting. Putting yourself out there isn’t an easy feat at the musical pressure cooker that is… Continue reading Concert Preview: Eboon’s Full-band Debut at the Cat
From Reykjavik to Oberlin: Sibbi Bernhardsson’s faculty recital
On the evening of February 21, an audience of College and conservatory students, faculty, and community members braved freezing conditions for an Icelandic- and Oberlin-themed solo violin program in Stull Recital Hall. Sibbi Bernhardsson, professor of violin, director of Oberlin’s string department, and a native Icelander, greeted the room with a permanent smile, ever-moving eyebrows,… Continue reading From Reykjavik to Oberlin: Sibbi Bernhardsson’s faculty recital
Review: Nobuyuki Tsujii new album RACHMANINOFF · TCHAIKOVSKY with Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra.
On Jan 9 2026 Nobuyuki Tsujii released his new album RACHMANINOFF · TCHAIKOVSKY with Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of Domingo Hindoyan. This album is Nobuyuki Tsujii second album collaborate with DG. This set of pieces seems to be a tribute to the Russian style of thought, In this album, he brings one of… Continue reading Review: Nobuyuki Tsujii new album RACHMANINOFF · TCHAIKOVSKY with Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra.
Embracing Self-Expression at Sarai Juarez Osorio’s Junior TIMARA Recital
Oberlin’s TIMARA department is the butt of many jokes around campus, on account of the degree’s vague yet wordy title, Technology in Music and Related Arts, and the perceived quirkiness of its majors and faculty. However, TIMARA isn’t a monolith. There are a variety of reasons why someone might pursue such a degree, from joining… Continue reading Embracing Self-Expression at Sarai Juarez Osorio’s Junior TIMARA Recital
He’ll Even Play the Honky Tonks: Van Morrison Album Review
80-year-old Van Morrison released his 49th studio album, Somebody Tried to Sell Me a Bridge, this January. If he keeps up this pace, he’ll reach fifty-five releases before the end of the decade. The nearly 80 minute album showcases Morrison’s deep dive back into the blues. Those familiar with Van Morrison may think of him… Continue reading He’ll Even Play the Honky Tonks: Van Morrison Album Review
The rise of boy band WHATMORE
An eclectic group of 5 New Yorkers in their mid 20’s who all met at Laguardia High school came together as WHATMORE to release their self titled debut album under Atla Music Group on October 17th 2025. The group consists of Cisco Swank, Yoshi T, Jackson August, Sebastiano ($eb) and Elijah Judah. They blend their unique sounds and musical… Continue reading The rise of boy band WHATMORE
Singin’ to an Empty Chair – Ratboys Album Review
Ratboys, the fourpiece band from Chicago, recently released their sixth studio album on February sixth, entitled Singing’ to an Empty Chair. Under the label New West, who largely works in the americana, indie rock, and alternative country scenes, Ratboys created an album that feels as though it’s holding your hand. The vocalist and lyricist Julia… Continue reading Singin’ to an Empty Chair – Ratboys Album Review
DON’T BE DUMB – A$AP’s Welcome Back
On December 2, 2022, A$AP Rocky, also known as Rakim Mayers, released a song called “Shittin’ Me”. Three days later Jessica McKinny interviewed Mayers in which he said, “he was ‘wrapping up the album.’” Mckinny goes on to write, “Now, seven months later, the multifaceted artist says he’s still in the process of finishing the… Continue reading DON’T BE DUMB – A$AP’s Welcome Back
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