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Wilson Gore (left) and Curry Jones (right) from The Band Honey perform in front of the audience at AubFest on Friday, March 20, 2026 in Auburn, Ala.

AubFest VIII creates community through a weekend of music and art

From March 20-22, AubFest hosted nearly 1,300 attendees for its eighth edition at local ATV park Boggin’ on the Plains. The biannual independent music and arts festival showcased over 25 artists and 30 different performances, including headliner Carver Commodore. Along with live music and entertainment, guests enjoyed local vendors, food trucks and camping.

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AU Singers: The family behind the music

When people think of show choir, they often think of popular media, including the television show "Glee," with its dramatic storytelling, expert song covers and entrancing dance numbers. However, the AU Singers, Auburn University's very own show choir, led by conductor Dale Farmer, brings a whole new level of dedication and love towards art. The group, consisting of over 36 vocalists and 12 instrumentalists, is currently preparing for their Spring Show, a performance that is guaranteed to knock the socks off of anyone who watches.

A black-and-white vintage gramophone surrounded by bright yellow musical notes and abstract shapes against a textured teal background.

The 2026 Grammys recap: What you should know

By Emily Edgy | Lifestyle Writer | February 15

Every year, artists and viewers alike wait anxiously for the Grammy Awards. It has something in it for everyone: red-carpet looks, iconic performances and the chance to see artists recognized for their hard work and talents. It also has the potential to produce heavy political commentary on the current state of our world. This year was no exception, as the 68th Annual Grammys proved to be an important year for the awards show.

Reverend Dale Braxton at a workshop in Hale County, Alabama, for the "Sew Their Names" project.

The Jule Art Museum hosts Auburn Forum for Southern Art and Culture

By Foster Mayhall | Lifestyle Writer | February 8

The Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Arts hosted the 2026 Auburn Forum for Southern Art and Culture as an all-day event on Feb. 7. The event ran from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., featuring a series of exhibitions, speakers and other explorations of art originating from or inspired by the South, alongside its usual art displays. Entry to the event was free and various artists and speakers came to further explain their work.

A small golden gramophone stands on a black base, with bright yellow lights shining in the background.

'And the winner is…' – 2026 Grammys predictions

By Amelia Gatzke | Lifestyle Writer | January 29

When it comes to the realm of music, it’s safe to say that the Grammys are highly anticipated by industry workers and general audiences alike, and the case is no different for 2026. The award show will be streaming on Feb. 1 from 7 to 10:30 p.m. CST on Paramount+ and CBS, so be sure to make your guesses, tune in and celebrate a great year of music.

A woman with shoulder-length hair sings into a microphone while playing an electric guitar on stage, surrounded by colorful lighting.

AubFest presents music and local artists at Grounds and Sounds

By Erin Cosby | Legal Reporter | January 19

On Jan. 18, AubFest hosted a pop-up event called Grounds and Sounds at Coffee Mafia, a local Auburn coffee shop. While some of these pop-up events function as fundraising opportunities to ensure AubFest can keep improving, Grounds and Sounds was geared towards fueling the DIY community surrounding AubFest. Guests could enjoy the night's festivities with a $5 donation although visitors could donate more.

The Band Honey AubFest

A backstage look at AubFest

By Katelyn Smith | Lifestyle Editor | December 28

Auburn’s own DIY music festival AubFest had its seventh successful edition from Oct. 3 to 5, uniting the community with music performed by over 30 regional bands. Starting as a simple idea by an Auburn University student, Ashley Spencer, the festival is now a non-profit event and has quickly blossomed into a beloved, biannual tradition. However many attendees do not realize the amount of hard work that Auburn University students dedicate to the festival.

10000 HZ Records in Opelika, Ala., hands out posters of the new album 'Everybody Scream' by Florence and the Machine the evening of Friday, Oct. 31, 2025.

10,000 Hz builds community through listening parties

By Layla Hyatt | Assistant Lifestyle Editor | December 20

From a display stand in the corner of a coffee shop to a brick and mortar store, record store 10,000 Hz has built community in the Auburn-Opelika area through music. These events serve to build community through music. In the Auburn-Opelika area, where record stores are scarce, 10,000 Hz has filled this hole by uniting listeners of all backgrounds.

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The game that broke the internet: A review of 'Hollow Knight: Silksong'

By Sydney Gallardo | Assistant News Editor | December 15

After years of waiting by excited fans, "Hollow Knight: Silksong," the sequel to the acclaimed "Hollow Knight," was released by indie developer Team Cherry on Sept. 4. The game was so highly anticipated that it crashed Steam, a widely-used platform hosting thousands of video games. After years of "Silksong tomorrow" jokes and theorizing, fans across the globe descended upon Steam all at once. As a Hollow Knight fan, I, too, coveted my chance to play "Hollow Knight: Silksong" with bated breath until I finally got the opportunity. Through all this excitement, however, we must ask ourselves: Is it worth the hype?

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