DragonForce gain new strength in ‘Power’

English power metal group DragonForce’s newest album, “The Power Within,” will not disappoint longtime fans. Formed in 1999 by friends Herman Li (guitar) and Sam Totman (guitar), under the name DragonHeart, the band has explored a wide variety of fantasy…

Jazz bassist Reid discusses dynamic career

Jazz legend Rufus Reid performed in Sheldon Hall’s Ballroom for a faculty concert Wednesday night. Ke-Nekt Chamber Music Series sponsored the event. Reid is a bassist, composer and educator known for his prolific body of work and stature career in…

Used game industry could face profit loss

With Nintendo’s new console, the Wii U, expected to launch this fall, along with E3 and the possible announcements of Microsoft’s and Sony’s new consoles, there has been massive speculation about the technology being included in these consoles. Yet, one…

‘Reloaded’ tries to please everyone, fails

To the anticipation of millions, Nicki Minaj returns this year with, “Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded.” After a successful debut, many believe that Minaj is poised to declare herself as the queen of rap with the new release. However, Minaj does…

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Caravanserai presents Pakistani folk-pop

Oswego State’s Campus Center Arena hosted and celebrated cultural diversity Wednesday night in the last event of Caravanserai series. Presented by ARTSwego, world-renowned contemporary Pakistani singers and musicians gathered together to present a unique blend of pop and folk. With…

Sisters work to Pierce mainstream of US music

In a world of Katy Perry and Nicki Minaj it is difficult for artists that do not fit into the narrow world of mainstream music to gather much attention or catch on to wide audiences. Such is the case with…

Debating if third generation iPad is worth hype

The 3rd generation iPad, has now graced us with its presence. Boasting the best pixel density ever with a 2,048 x 1,536 pixel Retina display crammed into a 9.7 inch tablet, the new iPad seeks to make the Internet as…

Unsuccessful ‘Reunion’

“American Reunion” was highly anticipated by fans of the series, but failed to meet expectations. It took the stereotypical high school reunion and exaggerated it. There is the friend, Oz (Chris Klein, “Caught in the Crossfire”), who appears to be…