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Sophia Arredondo is a Journalism student at the University at Albany, minoring in Communications and Psychology. She has a strong interest in covering music, entertainment, and cultural trends. Actively building her skills in news writing and interviewing, Sophia is committed to creatively shaping how stories are told. She ultimately hopes to shape how stories about culture and entertainment are told in engaging and impactful ways.

New York Singles

SORRYNOTSORRY Returns with Trippy, Introspective Single “Sex, Drugs, and Cocoa Puffs”

Sophia Arredondo Aug 15, 2025

Psychedelic rock duo SORRYNOTSORRY returns with their latest single “Sex, Drugs, and Cocoa Puffs,” a dark, hypnotic track that explores the addictive nature of love and the disorienting highs and lows of emotional unraveling. The…

New York Singles

Say She She Returns with Dreamy Dance Release “Under The Sun”

Sophia Arredondo Aug 15, 2025

NYC born punk-chic discodelic funk trio, Say She She has released “Under the Sun," the second single from their upcoming third album Cut & Rewind. Photo Credit: Alyssa Boni The single was written by the band’s three harmonizing…

News

Bob Dylan Visits White Lake Studios in Colonie

Sophia Arredondo Aug 12, 2025

Music icon Bob Dylan spent two days at White Lake Studios in Colonie this past week, marking a significant moment for the Upstate New York recording facility. The visit which took place on August 5 to 6, days after Dylan's…

New York Singles

Kaneb Andrews Releases Tender New Single “Recombination”

Sophia Arredondo Aug 8, 2025

Brooklyn-based indie Americana songwriter and artist Kaneb Andrews returns with his latest single "Recombination," a vulnerable reflection on his struggle to grow while being held back by a lingering attachment to a past love. …

Folk/Americana

Music Haven Welcomes WAMC’s Hudson River Sampler: A Live Folk Celebration

Sophia Arredondo Aug 7, 2025

As part of Music Haven's 35th Anniversary Season, WAMC On The Road brings Hudson River Sampler, Northeast Public Radio’s beloved Saturday night folk music cabaret, to Schenectady on August 16. Host Wanda Fischer will share memories…

News

Blue Wave Records Celebrates 40 Years with Anniversary Concert in Homer

Sophia Arredondo Aug 6, 2025

Blue Wave Records marks a milestone with its 40th Anniversary Concert, a celebration set to take place on October 4 at the Center For The Arts of Homer. Blue Avenue Headlining the concert is Blue Avenue, a dynamic blues/rock…

NYC Metro

Public Circuit Releases “To The Grave,” Leaving All Regrets Behind

Sophia Arredondo Aug 6, 2025

New York City electronic post-punk band Public Circuit released their latest single, “To The Grave,” capturing both a shine and crash as the band reels against the parts of themselves they refuse to push back down. Photo by Nicole…

Festival News

ESL Rochester Fringe Festival Reveals Full 2025 Lineup

Sophia Arredondo Aug 4, 2025

The ESL Rochester Fringe Festival has announced the full lineup for its 2025 Fringe, featuring 12 days of bold performances, big debuts, and free public events across downtown Rochester. Running from September 9 to 20, Fringe will…

Genres

North Country Arts Festival Set to Make its Summer Return

Sophia Arredondo Aug 3, 2025

The North Country Arts Festival will return for its fifth year, uniting the community for a month-long celebration of the arts. Running from August 2 to 30, the county-wide event showcases the St. Lawrence County arts industry– a critical…

Artist Profile

Reshaping Music Education: Anthony Mazzocchi and His Growing Impact on Musicians

Sophia Arredondo Aug 1, 2025

“If you resource students, they’re capable of anything.” Music education holds a power greater than most people realize. Time and time again, studies have repeatedly shown its benefits for youth well-being and brain development,…

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