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The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Hoodie Allen headlined an energetic performance that included rafter climbing.

Happy campers at the House of Blues

Isabel Torres-Padin, Contributing Reporter March 24, 2016

I am not much of a concert buff despite my love of music, so I had been fiercely anticipating the Hoodie Allen concert since buying tickets in January. Despite being known for his “frat rap” vibes...

Pop punk fills the Agora

Anne Nickoloff, Director of Print February 19, 2016

On Feb. 12, hundreds of concertgoers filled The Agora, removing layers of sweaters and coats. Outside, it was bitterly cold, and the chill seeped into the concert hall’s lobby. However, once inside,...

A blast from the past with Never Shout Never

Mike Suglio, Staff Reporter February 19, 2016

Christofer Drew, the bleached blond lead vocalist and guitarist of Never Shout Never, walked onto the stage of the House of Blues Cleveland with a half empty bottle of wine. After taking a sip from...

The singer-songwriter, known for his hit "Riptide," performed for an enthusiastic audience at the House of Blues Cleveland.

Ode to Vance Joy

Sanjana Singh, Staff Reporter February 19, 2016

Last Monday, Vance Joy brought his charm and talent to the House of Blues Cleveland. The Australian singer-songwriter first earned fame with “Riptide,” one of his hit singles, and continued to the...

Alessia Cara was not, in fact, “Here”

Jeniece Montellano, Social Media Editor February 5, 2016

“DUE TO AN ILLNESS, ALESSIA CARA WILL NOT BE PERFORMING TONIGHT. HER BANDMATES WILL STILL BE GOING ON STAGE.” These two sentences were plastered on every door outside of the Rock & Roll Hall of...

Elle King rocks Masonic Auditorium

Jeniece Montellano, Social Media Editor February 5, 2016

Elle King claims to be a terrible person. “People always ask me if my songs are true,” King told the crowd. “Unfortunately, they are. I’m a terrible person!” Her proclamation was met with...

Synthpop band Neon Indian played to a large group of students at this month's Spot Night.

Spot Night returns with Neon Indian

Sarah Lisk, Contributing Reporter November 20, 2015

Last Friday night, hundreds of students flooded the basement beneath Leutner Commons to bask in the music of headlining electronic chillwave band Neon Indian and opener Explorer Tapes. Known for their...

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