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Some venues get broken in quietly. Stateside Live, Philadelphia’s newest concert space, did not get that luxury. On May 29th, Mayday Parade became the first band to ever play the stage — and they made sure it counted. The Florida pop-punk veterans opened with “Blame It on the Youth” and “Jersey,” two tracks that wasted […]
On May 28th, VANA took over Arrow at Archer Music Hall in Allentown, Pennsylvania, and made it very clear from the first note that this wasn’t going to be a relaxing concert experience. The alt-metal artist brought her signature high-energy, unpredictable show to a crowd that was more than ready to match her energy … […]
Some albums take years to make. Tweaker Poem took a day. Frost Children, the sibling duo of Angel and Lulu Prost, wrote and recorded their new EP in a single sleep deprived 24 hour session in Tokyo on January 2nd, after fleeing New York City when they discovered they were being stalked. The songs appear […]
Opening a bill at Asbury Lanes is no small task, but Her Side of the Bed did it just right for the Starsighted Super Jam. Their set was packed with enough energy and charm to immediately pull the room in. Starting with a cover of “Billie Toppy” by Men I Trust and an unreleased song, […]
There’s truly nothing like the energy that comes with a Heart Attack Man show. It’s the kind where you know that as soon as the band starts, it’s gonna be loud, messy, and maybe even a little violent (pit warriors stand up). On April 2nd at White Eagle Hall in Jersey City, that expectation was […]
Start spreading the news: New York City sports are back in the championship circle. On June 13th, the New York Knicks claimed the 2026 NBA Championship. The Knicks secured the title in a 94–90 victory in Game 5 facing the San Antonio Spurs. This win puts the pressure on the other big NYC sports franchises. Can […]
2 years after the release of TRUST CEREMONY, this summer Jhariah and his band take on a North American Tour in celebration of the album. TRUST CEREMONY serves as a burst of emotional reflection of the many stages throughout his life. 5 years poured in recording and the labor of love all packaged in one […]
The radiant lightsticks created a wave of green around the Prudential Center on May 7th. Crowds full of long time fans, cosplayers and creators alike brimming with energy through their chants. The 2 years of anticipation all building up to this very moment. The digital diva Hatsune Miku hits Newark for her world concert tour, […]
For Hunter of Chase Petra, playing festivals like Warped Tour used to be a dream she’d have to ask a lot of questions about. Mainly: who else is on the bill, and are they friends? As it turns out, the answer to both is yes. Chase Petra joins Honey Revenge, Winona Fighter, South Arcade, and […]
The last two summers, Honey Revenge was but one of the mere names on a lineup still finding its footing. A year later, they’re headlining it. Devin Papadol, frontwoman of the pop-rock outfit, sat down with WMSC ahead of the group’s return to the Summer School Tour where they’ll be joined by Chase Petra, Winona […]
Some albums don’t just soundtrack parts of your life, they become tied to them. For so many people packed into the Brooklyn Paramount on March 4th, The Wonder Years’ No Close to Heaven is one of those albums. To celebrate the record’s 10th anniversary, the band performed the album front to back, before setting off […]
Paper Mill Playhouse concludes its season with West Side Story, the forever iconic musical classic conceived by Jerome Robbins with music by Leonard Bernstein, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, and a book by Arthur Laurents. Directed by Paper Mill Producing Artistic Director Mark S. Hoebee, the production brings one of Broadway’s most celebrated works back to […]
Every year, the Governor’s Ball in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, New York delivers one of the most eclectic lineups in music. Massive pop stars share the stages with underground innovators, viral sensations that blew up overnight, and future festival headliners. While there are so many artists worth catching over the weekend, here’s our […]
As the country approaches its 250th anniversary, 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse is a strong, well-acted production that leans into what the show does best, its characters and its political tension, even if the pacing doesn’t always keep up with its ambition. Directed by Producing Artistic Director Mark S. Hoebee, this staging keeps the focus […]
Taking a closer look at how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of news and media.
Congratulations to MSU junior Earl Spence for being WMSC’s DJ of the Month for April! Earl, a Sports Communication major, has been a part of WMSC since his freshman year here atMontclair. Since joining, Earl has been involved in the sports team, doing play-by-play or colorcommentary for MSU sporting events. In an interview with our […]
Montclair, NJ — Montclair State University will host Sunset Social, a live outdoor music event celebrating student talent, as part of Family Weekend programming, free for all students. The event is presented by WMSC Radio in collaboration with Campus Recreation, Student Communications & Red Hawk Life, and the John J. Cali School of Music’s Music […]
WMSC 90.3 FM, the student-run radio station at Montclair State University, will celebrate its 59th anniversary on Friday, April 17 with a 24-hour broadcast showcasing original programming, themed shows, live mixes and special appearances throughout the day. The anniversary broadcast event will feature themed shows, special segments, and live mixes that highlight the creativity and […]
On Tuesday, April 14th, In the Loop was joined by the Association of Latino Professionals For America (ALPFA) to discuss their mission, upcoming initiatives, and the importance of empowering Latino students in their professional development.
Robbinsville Twp, NJ – April marks Autism Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding and acceptance of people on the autism spectrum. While many people have heard of autism, fewer fully understand what it is—or how it affects individuals and families in everyday life. Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a developmental condition […]
I didn’t think one of my favorite films of all time could get any better. Then I saw La La Land in Concert at Radio City Music Hall, with the film playing alongside a full orchestra conducted by Justin Hurwitz, the Oscar-winning composer himself. I paid a decent amount of money and had to make […]
WMSC Battle of the Bands 2026 winner Past Eyes joined us in our WMSC Unplugged studio to celebrate their win! Check out their set below to hear all about what’s next in the books for them.
On Tuesday, April 7th, In the Loop was joined by the Puerto Rican Student Organization (PRSO), to discuss their impact on campus, creating community for students and organizing cultural events throughout the semester.
Walking into Xfinity Mobile Arena on February 24th was energy like I’ve never felt there before. Having not known if I was even going to the show 24 hours earlier, to being upgraded to pit tickets when I got there, I knew I was in for a total experience. The glowing lightsticks and the buzzing […]
With the rise of self-produced independent solo projects in music over the pastdecade or so, more and more amazing albums are coming from the deepest corners ofthe internet. Stillborn Superstar by rising E-Punk project NEET is evidence that youdon’t need to be in a studio to get that studio sound. The LP has a post […]
This week was as disastrous as it could be for the Lakers as stars Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves both went down with injuries sidelining them for the remainder of the regular season and the start of the playoffs. During a blowout loss on Thursday night to the reigning NBA champion, Oklahoma City Thunder, Dončić […]
WMSC General Member Sola Fidé Johnson sat down with Aaron De Jesus from Paper Mill Playhouse’s production of “1776”. You can learn more about the production here.
Candidates Quentin Ocampo and Ben Coulson met with WMSC’s In the Loop to discuss what they would do as SGA President. Voting began on Monday, March 30th, and ends on Wednesday, April 1st, at noon. Results will be announced on April 1st at the SGA meeting at 2 PM.
Photography and Review by Ash Schnoor There’s a certain point where a lot of shows I attend start to blur together a bit, but the Waterparks show in Columbus, Ohio, definitely was not one of them. However, the blur of gas stations, highway lines, and playlists looped definitely did (but you can read more about […]
Montclair State University Alum Alexa Tabbacchino visited our Unplugged studio to announce the release of her brand new single and album! Tune in below to hear all about her new music and what she has in the works for the future! Photos by Abigail Ressler and Dixie Moran