The F Shed Opens Shop
Upstate Shows adds two more venues to its repository
Higher Education
It’s not news that drugs are associated with certain music genres. But when EDM gained popularity at Syracuse University, the drug culture that came with it resulted in the normalization of taboo behavior.
Major Lazer’s Minor Disappointment
Major Lazer's sophomore album, Free the Universe, tries too hard to incorporate varying genres instead of sculpting a new fusion of its own.
Very ‘Out of Touch’
Prog pop outfit Dutch Uncles' third effort, 'Out of Touch with the Wild,' is a step up from the band's second album, but comes nowhere close to its first.
Rolling in the Steep
Jack Jarvis, drummer from the Syracuse "improg" band Steep, gives a firsthand account of how the city's music scene has evolved over the past decade.
Paper Diamonds Are Forever (Fans of Syracuse)
Before he plays a Westcott show Monday, March 18, 20 Watts catches up with the ever-evolving DJ, who explains why he keeps coming back to Syracuse and the way he's crafted his image.
Listen to Diverze’s debut album for ‘#FREE’
Syracuse University rapper Diverze dropped his first LP through Syracuse University Records and spent an elevator ride showing off his freestyling skills to 20 Watts [VIDEO].
Beach Fossils Review
On dream pop outfit Beach Fossils' latest offering, 'Clash the Truth,' dark introspection flows beneath layers of calm, airy instrumentation.
The Vanderbuilts Want to Polymorph
ESF indie pop band The Vanderbuilts releases its first single and music video.
Sparking the Launch Party
WERW's launch party at Spark Contemporary Art Space showcased a solid range of genres over the course of a successful night.