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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 […]
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 […]
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
By Sola Fide Johnson | WMSC Community Insights – March 2026 “You can’t study if you have nothing to eat. You need both things at once.” Paterson, NJ — In honor of Women’s History Month, it’s especially fitting to highlight the work of Oasis — A Haven for Women and Children. I had the opportunity […]
By: Lorenzo Nazario-Quiñones March 13, 2026 Sports and technology over time have shared a clear, codependent relationship. As tech has advanced, our ways to tune in and experience a game have increased in options: whether you’re on the couch watching, live in the stadium with massive screens, or simply listening to a recap on a […]
New York City-based indie artist Morgan Cole Brown visited our WMSC Unplugged studio to play new and old songs, and to talk about what comes next in his music career. Tune in below to hear our chat with him and see what he has planned for the future. […]
Review by: Genevieve Cai On March 4th, Philly pop-punk band The Wonder Years played a sold out show at the Brooklyn Paramount. The band is currently on their spring tour celebrating a decade of their album, No Closer To Heaven, where each night features a full performance of the record as well as an additional […]
By Kaitlin Swift The Montclair State University shuttle service is in the process of adding digital signs at the shuttle stops. These include the following locations: Lot 60, Millicent Fenwick Hall, Count Basie Hall, Sinatra Hall, Hawk Crossing, Red Hawk Parking Deck, University Hall, Carparc Diem, Sam’s Place, and Bloomfield College. The signs are powered […]
Photography & Review by Ash Schnoor If you told me a year ago that I would’ve driven over 8 hours one way to see a silly little band I didn’t even know about a year prior to that, I would have NEVER believed you. Waterparks was the reason my friends and I were so close […]
By Marek Alban Before I begin, I feel both the contextual need and the personal urge to include a preamble. I love Nine Inch Nails. Ever since junior year of high school, I have counted Trent Reznor’s primary musical project among my favorite bands of all time, in addition to considering the first four NIN […]