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Crying at Chanti – this Thursday, November 3rd!

By Bubba Crumrine

Crying (Run For Cover Records) return to Ithaca at Chant-Loft this Thursday with Spazzare, Benjaminto, What Nerve.  Presale tickets available for $10 (no fee), $12 at the door. “The indie rock trio Crying folds the bombast of mainstream ’80s rock into their sound, and the results feel like a grinning inversion of the hetero-masculinity that’s often…

IU Survey Time!

By Bubba Crumrine

Let us know more about the shows you like, how you hear about shows, a bit about yourself — all anonymously. And pass along to friends & family who know and don’t know about IU. Results will directly impact our planning for 2017, so your input is greatly appreciated. Fill out said survey here then…

Interview With Sammus

By Taimur

I caught up with Enongo Lumumba-Kasongo, better know as Sammus, in anticipation of her upcoming release show for her latest EP, “Pieces In Space”. The album will be her first release with Don Giovanni Records and is available for purchase on October 28th. Produced entirely by Sammus, “Pieces In Space” features: Jean Grae, Homeboy Sandman, Open…

Interview with Eyukaliptus

By Taimur

Eyukaliptus, affiliated with Smacked & 73 Records, is a great example of the all ages, DIY, music scene in Ithaca. At 19 years old he has gained a following as a producer, singer, and songwriter. I caught up with Eyukaliptus recently in anticipation of his show Friday night with Onry Ozzborn at Sacred Root Kava Lounge…

Kate Holden announced as Volunteer Coordinator

By Bubba Crumrine

We’re ecstatic to announce IU’s new Volunteer Coordinator, Kate Holding and latest Board members Sarah Hennies, Melisa Casano, & Enongo Lumumba-Kasongo who have joined over the last few months. Thank you to all the volunteers who participated in last night’s meeting. We continue to grow our team to support our 60+ all ages events and…

Friend of IU – 1980 Underground Set Tomorrow

By Taimur

Friend of Ithaca Underground, 1980 Underground has a set tomorrow night at the Sacred Root Kava Lounge! Saturday September 24th at 10:00 PM at Sacred Root. See more details here.

Interview with Mr. McBean

By Taimur

I caught up with Mr. McBean recently in anticipation of his first headlining show taking place tonight at the Chanticleer Loft. Mr. McBean is a rapper, self-proclaimed mind blower and co-founder of Smacked Records, an Ithaca based hip-hop collective. Evan: So Mr. McBean, how does it feel to be headlining your first show? Mr. McBean:…

Multicult; Twin Lords last Ithaca show tonight.

By Bubba Crumrine

Visit our event page for details. Last Ithaca show for Twin Lords before they move to California.

IU Benefit @ Littletree today!

By Bubba Crumrine

Visit our event page for details

Jeff Rosenstock headlines IU’s November Music Series’ Day 3

By Bubba Crumrine

Power-pop, folk punk guru returns to Ithaca with full band in tow, to close our our third annual November Music Series at CSMA. More info here, tickets on sale Friday!