For music fans, this is a very special time of the year. Not because of Black History Month, or Valentine’s Day or even awards season. In the midst of this frigid winter, the only thing on the mind of music fans is dancing, sweat-drenched, under the hot summer sun at their favorite music festival. The summer festival season might be a while away, but lineups for big festivals across the country are being announced daily. Today’s festivals are a far cry from the days of Woodstock, but the intensity and artistry are still present in full force. Festivals still bring…

Usually the home to events such as “Disney on Ice” and Binghamton Senators ice hockey games, the Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena featured quite a different atmosphere last Tuesday night. Enthusiastic fans of all ages quickly spilled into the packed arena, eagerly scrambling to find good seats. As most adults and children opted to sit in the stadium, young teens rushed to the large mosh pit area located in front of the stage. Fans went wild as opener Shinedown took the stage, causing concert-goers who were sitting in the stadium to look relieved. Members of the audience pumped their fists…

As it neared 8 p.m. last Tuesday night, eager fans piled into the Westcott Theater located in downtown Syracuse. In typical “indie kid” fashion, most audience members were sporting Chuck Taylors, shaggy hair cuts and facial piercings. Despite its small and shabby outer appearance, the inside of the Westcott featured a massive standing area, confirming why it was one of the only stops on the band’s tour that wasn’t sold out. After performances by openers As Tall as Lions and Twin Tigers, the lights dimmed, and fans excitedly awaited the main attraction. Finally, the missing animal from the popular “Wizard…

Although the Binghamton music scene may not be large, thanks to new bands like The Jennys, the selection of local underground music is widely expanding. The Jennys is made up of lead guitarist Greg Bennett, a senior economics major; bassist Mike Ludwig, a junior in the School of Management; drummer/percussionist Rick Calzi, a senior art major and Mike Linkens, a junior art major who rocks the mic. All four members of The Jennys are students at Binghamton University and play on the rugby team. “We actually just started the band two weeks ago,” Bennett said. Combining a mixture of rock,…

Hailing from Binghamton, Try.Fail.Repeat is a hard rock band that you do not want to miss. Michael Hunter (vocals), Wade Verano (guitar), Michael Wu (bass), and Brad Gordon (drums) classify their sound as progressive hard rock mixed in with a bit of quirkiness. Although the music business can be tough, the members of Try.Fail.Repeat stress that no matter what life throws at you, it is always important to have an upbeat attitude and never give up. These hard rockers frequently play at local venues in the area so be on the lookout for an upcoming show! Release: When did the…