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Iris Araki is a Renèe Crown Honors College student pursuing a degree in Magazine, News, and Digital Journalism with a minor in Private Music Study at Syracuse University. She takes interest in covering arts & culture with a main interest in entertainment and cultural trends. In the long run, she envisions herself in a digital/broadcast environment and, ultimately, uniquely shaping how stories about entertainment and culture are told in innovative and impactful ways.

Buffalo

Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Announces 2025-26 Concert Season

Iris Araki Feb 13, 2025

The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra (BPO) has announced their 2025-26 season, including performances exploring a diverse range of genres and eras to uplift spirits at Kleinhans Music Hall. Photo by Joe Cascio Aside from the BPO’s…

Manhattan

9th Annual Love Rocks NYC Benefit Concert Partners With God’s Love We Deliver

Iris Araki Feb 12, 2025

The ninth annual Love Rocks NYC benefit concert has announced its partnership with God’s Love We Deliver at the Beacon Theatre on Thursday, March 6. The Love Rocks NYC performance will feature performances by an all-star lineup of…

Alternative/Indie

Syracuse’s Sibling Duo Astronaut Aardvark Attack Discusses “Monster,” Upcoming Album in April

Iris Araki Feb 12, 2025

Syracuse-based sibling duo Matthew and Scott Smith of Astronaut Aardvark Attack’s new resonant single, “Monster,” previews a new taste of music ahead of their new album in April. Photo by Astronaut Aardvark Attack Astronaut Aardvark…

Bluegrass/Country

Country Rock Artist HARDY Announces World Tour, Performances in Syracuse and New York City

Iris Araki Feb 11, 2025

Country rock artist HARDY has announced the JIM BOB World Tour, including performances in Syracuse and New York City on Sept. 4 and 24, respectively. HARDY’s world tour includes festival performances in North America and…

Brooklyn

Brooklyn’s Lowhency Pierre Releases Dynamic Single “Make a Fool of You”

Iris Araki Feb 10, 2025

Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter and producer Lowhency Pierre brings his addicting new single, “Make a Fool of You” available now on all streaming platforms. Photo by Jayne Hansen Appelbaum The R&B artist’s groove captures the…

Amsterdam

Sawyer Fredericks Releases Encapsulating New Single “No Need To Wonder”

Iris Araki Feb 8, 2025

“The Voice” Season 8 winner and Montgomery, NY native Sawyer Fredericks has released the title track of his upcoming album, No Need To Wonder, now available on all streaming platforms. Photo by Jenn Curtis Fredericks brings smooth…

Central NY

Bela Fleck, Bill Charlap Trio, To Perform at Skaneateles Festival in August

Iris Araki Feb 8, 2025

Nineteen-time GRAMMY award winner banjo player Bela Fleck will perform at Skaneateles Festival on Friday, Aug. 1 at Anyela’s Vineyards in Skaneateles, anticipating a performance blending the lines of tradition and genre. Photo by Hazel…

Queens

Billy Joel and Sting Announces One Night Only Performance at Citi Field

Iris Araki Feb 7, 2025

Billy Joel and Sting have announced a one-night-only performance at Citi Field in Queens this August, marking the first appearance for either musician at the home of the NY Mets. (edited) “We’re thrilled to host Billy Joel and…

Central NY

Fourth Annual F.I.R.E Festival To Take Place on March 9

Iris Araki Feb 6, 2025

The F.I.R.E (Female, Inspire, Rock, Empower) Festival has announced the fourth annual celebration will occur this year on Sunday, March 9 from 2-5 p.m. at ONCO Fermentations in Tully, NY. “This year we’re happy to host the festival…

Genres

Syracuse Area Music Awards Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees and Award Nominees

Iris Araki Feb 6, 2025

The Syracuse Area Music Awards (SAMMY) has announced their 2025 Hall of Fame inductees and award nominees for their upcoming Hall of Fame induction dinner and Award Show in March. The SAMMY's has announced the 2025 Hall of Fame…

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