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A happening in Slee Hall

By TIM ALLMAN | Feb. 24, 2013

Frederick Caldecott Slee's legacy at UB is more than just a name on a building. Slee Hall hosts many performances throughout the year, but it is during the Beethoven String Quartet Cycle that Slee's presence is most tangible. The Jupiter String Quartet came to UB's Lippes Concert Hall in Slee Hall last weekend to perform a series of Beethoven's string quartets. The Slee/Beethoven String Quartet Cycle is one of the longest running concert traditions not just in Buffalo, but the world.

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Love beyond borders

By ELVA AGUILAR | Feb. 21, 2013

UB is the SUNY school with the largest international population, and harmony among the various backgrounds is crucial. But once a year, UB's international and American students come together to compete and showcase their cultures in the International Fiesta.

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"Poetry, music and video: BIG NIGHT"

By NICHOLAS C. TURTON | Feb. 5, 2013

Every month, Just Buffalo Literary Center hosts an all-out art affair featuring music, video, food and poetry. This reoccurring event was dubbed BIG NIGHT.

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"The take over, the break is over"

By Rebecca Bratek | Feb. 5, 2013

"This isn't a reunion because we never broke up." On Monday morning, after weeks of denying reunion rumors, pop-punk band Fall Out Boy announced its return to the music scene.

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I don't care how hot you look with that guitar

By SARA DINATALE | Dec. 4, 2012

Those of you who are musically inclined - you've captured my heart one too many times. I have a habit of falling victim to the same kind of guy over and over again.

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I don't care how hot you look with that guitar

By SARA DINATALE | Dec. 4, 2012

Those of you who are musically inclined - you've captured my heart one too many times. I have a habit of falling victim to the same kind of guy over and over again.

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Jock Jams

By JON GAGNON | Dec. 4, 2012

Athletes all over are seen sporting their headphones - whether they're walking into UB Stadium, traveling or even relaxing during press conferences, it's a fashion icon these days. But don't overlook their true purpose. It's 20 minutes 'til game time, and how better to get prepared than listening to your favorite jams to get you hyped up? Anyone who has ever played sports knows this: start listening to your favorite songs before a game and you get an instant rush of adrenaline, confidence and, most importantly, swagger.

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The harpist

By AMI DIALLO | Dec. 4, 2012

Most 10-year-olds spend their time playing outside, watching cartoons or enjoying the reactions." Gorman was playing at her friend's aunt's wedding when she was 10 years old, and though she was one of the younger guests in attendance, her talent with the harp stole the show. Eight years later, with more experience under her belt, Gorman continues to awe spectators with her talent, while living out her passion for music. Since being introduced to the piano and the harp at the age of 5 by her mother, Gorman has taken lessons to improve her skills.

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Lovin' the crew

By Brian Josephs | Dec. 4, 2012

It's a brisk weekday afternoon and junior biological sciences major Uwaoma Silachi is relaxing in his apartment at the Villas at Chestnut Ridge.

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The Royal Pitches thrill and chill

By MICHAEL POWELL | Dec. 4, 2012

From one Pitch to the next, 14 performers molded their notes into a high-class production. They created the sound of a full band using only the instruments they were born with: their voices. Last Saturday night, UB's only female a capella group, The Royal Pitches, performed its annual winter concert in the Student Union Theater.

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I don't care how hot you look with that guitar

By SARA DINATALE | Dec. 4, 2012

Those of you who are musically inclined - you've captured my heart one too many times. I have a habit of falling victim to the same kind of guy over and over again.

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Weekend in Buffalo

Nov. 15, 2012

It's the weekend before Thanksgiving break, and although most have food on the mind, you can't let the activities going on Friday, Saturday and Sunday pass you by. Everybody has had exams and people are still trying to figure out "cuffing season," but chill out with all this stress and have a good time.

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"good kid, outstanding album"

By Brian Josephs | Oct. 23, 2012

Album: good kid, m.A.A.d city Artist:Kendrick Lamar Label:Interscope/Aftermath Release Date:Oct. 22 Grade:A-

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All Time Low makes sure fans Don't Panic

By FELICIA HUNT | Oct. 11, 2012

Artist: All Time Low Album: Don't Panic Release Date: Oct. 9 Label: Hopeless Records Grade: B+

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Robert Glasper's successful experiment

By Brian Josephs | Oct. 7, 2012

Hip-hop - jazz's spiritual brother - has constantly transformed on its way to mainstream consciousness.

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Sold out splendor: Lotus dazes Town Ballroom

By ADRIEN D'ANGELO | Sep. 27, 2012

The ring of the subway and roar of sirens cast over the fluttering lights of Buffalo's entertainment district.

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The illusion that is Mirage Rock

By MAX CRINNIN | Sep. 23, 2012

Album: Mirage Rock Artist:

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Cute Is What We Aim For packs Mohawk Place

By FELICIA HUNT | Sep. 23, 2012

It's typical for bands to break up after excessive confrontation and leave their fans heartbroken. However, one local Buffalo power-pop band was up for the challenge and decided to host a comeback show in their hometown.

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The ins and outs of Buffalo's arts

By ELVA AGUILAR & LISA DE LA TORRE | June 23, 2012

Welcome to Buffalo. You'll hear that phrase a handful of times within your first few weeks in the City of Good Neighbors, as well as every claim to fame this wonderful city has to offer. Chicken wings, Loganberry, Niagara Falls, the Bills, Bisons & Sabres. These elements merely scratch the surface of what this small, but diverse city contains.

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Home Disadvantage

By Brian Josephs | Apr. 30, 2012

Short, one of the many rappers who hail from Buffalo, has been writing verses since he was 14 years old. Now 24, he's getting ready to release his second EP entitled O.U.R.