The Red and Black

Contraband features live game-playing guru

Members merge music, gaming

By SETH MCKELVEY and RUSTY BAILEY

Part live music, part video game performance, local cover group Contraband uniquely combines these two art forms into a single spectacle. Consisting mostly of members of local band Cinemechanica, Contraband plays amped-up covers of video game soundtracks. … 0 Comments

Harpist plays at University

By SETH MCKELVEY

Emmanuel Ceysson speaks French, English and the language of emotion. The French harpist performs tonight at the Performing Arts Center as a part of the Ramsey Concert Hall series, which showcases musical talents from all over the world. "While only 20 (years old), he won the USA International Harp Competition," said Bobby Tyler, marketing and media relations director for the University's Performing Arts Center. … 0 Comments

Go Bar hosts night of hardcore music

By SETH MCKELVEY

Go Bar has been known for its DJs, disco nights and dance music. Tonight, the bar will attempt to move past that reputation by hosting local thrash band American Cheeseburger and local doom metal duo Subrig Destroyer. Post-hardcore Brainworms from Richmond, Va. … 0 Comments