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Review and photos by Amber Bintliff Published on December 20, 2024 — State Champs returned to New York for a sold-out hometown show on December 7, 2024 with Daisy Grenade, Meet Me @ The Altar, and Knuckle Puck. It’s no secret that the band is one of the biggest pioneers of modern pop-punk, with their […]
Written by Joely DeMonte and Natalie Hockenbury Photographs by Charles Erickson Published on December 19, 2024 — The beloved holiday tradition continues for another year at McCarter Theatre in Princeton, New Jersey. The classic, A Christmas Carol, is brought to life in a spectacular, heartwarming production under the direction of Lauren Keating, marking another memorable […]
New Jersey band Jack Flowers & the Petal Tones returned for an epic final performance of the Fall 2024 semester on WMSC Unplugged!
New Jersey band Buffout performed original songs and an epic cover for an episode of WMSC Unplugged!
Photography & Review by Amber Bintliff Published on December 6, 2024 Real Friends have had such an explosive year in 2024, especially with the release of their latest album Blue Hour. Consisting of Cody Muraro (Lead Vocals), Kyle Fasel (Bass), Eric Haines (Rhythm Guitar), David Knox (Lead Guitar) and Brian Blake (Drums), the band has […]
MONTCLAIR, NJ – Montclair State University’s student radio station, WMSC-FM, has been recognized with an impressive 16 national award nominations by the Intercollegiate Broadcasting System Awards, highlighting the station’s exceptional programming and talent across multiple categories. The nominations span a diverse range of content, from live music broadcasts to community outreach events, showcasing the breadth […]
Interview by Amber Bintliff Courtesy of Jamie Rice
Written by Joely DeMonte and Tyler Restucci Published on December 4, 2024 Irving Berlin’s White Christmas has officially opened at Paper Mill Playhouse running through December 29, 2024. Adapted from the beloved 1954 film, the stage version captures the warmth of the original while adding new sparkle and musicality, setting the perfect tone to usher […]
Written by Danielle Vuono Published on December 1, 2024 Only in my wildest dreams would I imagine hearing “Karma” by JoJo Siwa mixed into “We’re All in this Together” from High School Musical– until I went to Party 101. This comically unhinged DJ set show, hosted by Victorious’ Matt Bennett (Robbie), was three hours of pure […]
New Jersey’s own YOUNG AND DOOMED visited our studios for an episode of WMSC Unplugged to perform some hardcore original songs, and some epic covers!
New Jersey’s own Feelsgood visited WMSC for a session of WMSC Unplugged! Listen in for an episode of fun covers and epic originals with your host, Amber Bintliff!
Malachi Nassér performed for an episode of WMSC’s Info Desk Concert Series!
Photography & Review by Amber Bintliff Catch Your Breath performed alongside Kingdom of Giants and Alpha Wolf opening for Dayseeker on their Dark Sun Protocol Tour on October 13, 2024 at Brooklyn Steel. Kingdom of Giants began the night and I’ve been obsessed with them ever since. They were incredibly fun to see live and […]
By Megan Lipscomb Published on November 21, 2024 A month has already passed in the 2024-2025 National Hockey League season. During the first month of the season, there have been shockers, disappointments, and overall excitement in the world of ice hockey. Today I will be talking about five teams in the NHL that are making […]
Music team contributor Jenna Marcy interviews NYC indie rock band State Street!
WMSC kicked off World College Radio Day 2024 with three hours of live music! WMSC MEGA Unplugged featured six epic performances by Northvale, Nick Najarian, Sierra Peaks, Saint Valentine, Echo Plum, Being Malleable! Listen below for performances by the local bands, and scroll for behind the scenes images by our WMSC Unplugged team! Northvale […]
WMSC celebrates Homecoming with WMSC Unplugged SPECTACULAR! WMSC celebrated Montclair State University’s Homecoming with a spectacular special of live performance WMSC Unplugged! Listen below for performances by local bands See Plus, The New You, Eyelid and Test Pattern in collaboration with Montclair’s Audio Production Club! See Plus The New You EYELID Test […]
New Jersey’s own Bike Routes performed for an episode of WMSC Unplugged!
Written by Shannon Daly Published on November 12, 2024 NEW YORK CITY, NY– Describing Sammy Rae and The Friends as a “fusion” band is the perfect way to define Brooklyn-bred Sammy Rae and the Friends. When I saw Sammy Rae & The Friends for the third time on November 8, I realized that Sammy Rae […]
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Written by Emily Rabeno Published on November 10, 2024 “Champagne / That’s Life” by Declan McKenna was released as part of McKenna’s discography in 2023, and showcases his talent for pairing infectious indie-pop melodies with lyrics that cut deep into societal issues and personal struggles. Known for tackling political themes with a sardonic edge, McKenna’s […]
Written by Alyssa Arroyo Published on November 10, 2024 Deathcore band, Fit for an Autopsy is currently on their US tour, “The Nothing That Is”, with supporting bands, Bodysnacher, Distant, Sylosis, and Judiciary. On Saturday, October 19, 2024, the New Jersey band made their way to Irving Plaza and put on the show of a […]
Written by Jake Pino Published on November 9, 2024 Grammy-nominated artist Halsey has just released her fifth studio album, “The Greatest Impersonator.” It has 18 tracks, each reflecting the New Jersey-born artist’s personality inspired by different pop icons from the 1970s to the present. Recorded between 2022 and 2024, The Greatest Impersonator reflects her challenges […]
Written by Tim “TJD” David Published on November 6, 2024 GLASSBORO, NJ- On the afternoon of Saturday, November 4, the First Annual Breakfast Bowl was held between the Montclair State University RedHawks and the Rowan University Profs. The Breakfast bowl was an idea put together by Montclair State head coach Mike Palazzo and Rowan head […]
Electronic dance pop artist Chloe Jane speaks with WMSC Station Manager Jared Tauber about latest music, life and more! Interview:
Contributors – Allen Macaraeg and Rash Vinakota
Written by Andrew Cooper Published on October 31, 2024 The 13th annual Montclair Film Festival concluded on Sunday, October 27 with a new and powerful adaptation of August Wilson’s iconic play, “The Piano Lesson”. The film proved to be a memorable close to a week of impressive cinema. Malcolm Washington’s direction imbued the film with […]
Welcome to WMSC Music Picks, a collaborative collection of WMSC’s music recommendations and reviews. In this installment, members of our station share their favorite spooky releases in our third annual Halloween Picks! “fantasyworld” – Quadeca Review by Andy Cook Pretend you are a ghost… Where would you go? “fantasyworld” by Quadeca answers that question, evoking […]
Photos & Review by Lara Ziccardi COIN is an American pop-rock band formed in 2012 in Nashville, Tennessee. The band consists of lead vocalist Chase Lawrence, guitarist Joe Memmel, and drummer Ryan Winnen. Known for their catchy melodies and vibrant sound, COIN blends indie pop with upbeat rock influences. Their breakthrough came with hits […]