MxMU continues tradition of great music on campus

Posted: February 6, 2014 | Author: | Filed under: Events | Tags: , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

With all the great music brought to campus by MU Unplugged, it might be hard to remember all the talented musicians we’ve previously had on campus. In fact, many of the acts that Marquette has featured over the years have gone on to achieve fame and success.

Don’t believe us? Take a look for yourself.

Starting with the most recent, Hellogoodbye, the indie pop group known for their 2007 hit single “Here (In Your Arms)” came to Marquette in March of 2012. They even tweeted about it!

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Stepping farther back in to musical guests of years past, MUSG welcomed Sara Bareilles in March of 2011. After her appearance at Marquette, Sara would go on to become a Grammy nominated artist, with her music featured on many TV shows and movies. Take a look at Sara’s Marquette performance here:

In April 2010, Girl Talk, famous DJ known for his mash-up style remixes performed at Marquette in April 2010 at our very own Alumni Memorial Union Ballrooms.

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Girl Talk performing in AMU Ballrooms

And now, fast forward to 2014 the tradition of great music at Marquette continues. MU Unplugged, Marquette University Student Government’s coffee house concert series, resumes tonight with a three-part music festival – M x MU. Featuring great bands and Marquette’s own student talent, M x MU kicks off at 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6 and continues on Feb. 13 and 20 in the first floor lobby of the Alumni Memorial Union. Who knows, maybe one day you can say that you saw Marrow and Fever Fever before they made it big!

MU Unplugged continues with Nelly’s Echo

Posted: November 12, 2013 | Author: | Filed under: Events | Tags: , , , , | Leave a comment

MUSG and Late Night Marquette are joining together to welcome Nelly’s Echo for the next installment of MU Unplugged, Thursday, Nov. 14 at 8:30 p.m. on the first floor of the AMU.

The lead singer, Nelson Emokpae, founded Nelly’s Echo in 2007. Emokpae created Nelly’s Echo to be neither a band nor a solo musician, but based on the concept of music as an experience. Since it’s creation, Nelly’s Echo has released three albums and toured around the United States, including a performance for U.S. soldiers stationed in Cuba.

Nelly’s Echo came into the spotlight on the third season of NBC’s popular talent competition, “The Voice.” Though ultimately eliminated from the competition, Nelly’s Echo gained a large following and fan base. Most notably, Emokpae has shared the stage with musicians like Travis McCoy and Sean Kingston. nellysecho_dgsq-01

Nelly’s Echo hopes to entertain attendees with a new wave of “funky fresh music” to captivate students and share messages of positivity, life, hope and love with people everywhere.

To learn more about Nelly’s Echo or listen to music samples, students can visit nellysecho.com.

Complimentary cookies and coffee will be provided to attendees. MU Unplugged is free event open to all Marquette students.

For more information on MUSG’s news and events, visit musg.mu.edu or the MUSG office, AMU 133. For additional updates, like MUSG on Facebook and follow MUSG on Twitter.

The Madison Letter to perform at MU Unplugged

Posted: November 5, 2013 | Author: | Filed under: Events | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Marquette University Student Government and Late Night Marquette are hosting another installment of MU Unplugged, this time featuring The Madison Letter on Thursday, Nov. 7 from 8:30-10 p.m. in the Alumni Memorial Union.

madisonletter_digsquare-01With many influences ranging from artists including Maroon 5, Mat Kearney and Colbie Caillat, The Madison Letter has extrapolated a sound that can be described as “fresh” and “mainstream” with “strong vocal, melodic, lyrical and rhythmic elements that made you fall in love with music in the first place.”

Since the band’s formation in February of 2010, The Madison Letter has toured across the country and has opened for well-known music acts such as The Script, Owl City, Secondhand Serenade and Alex Goot. Earlier this year, the band was featured on MTV as one of the top four nominees for MTV-U’s first ever Chevy Sonic College Woodie Award.

This free event will begin with an opening performance from Marquette student Claire Kelly on the first floor of the AMU.

Complimentary coffee and cookies with be provided during the performance and after the show there will be a meet and greet with the band.

To listen to the Madison Letter’s latest releases or for more information about the band and their success, visit www.themadisonlettermusic.com.

For more information on MUSG’s news and events, visit musg.mu.edu or the MUSG office, AMU 133. For additional updates, like MUSG on Facebook and follow MUSG on Twitter.

Teddy Geiger to kick off MU Unplugged Series, a free coffeehouse concert

Posted: September 4, 2013 | Author: | Filed under: Events | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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Marquette University Student Government will begin its 2013-14 MU Unplugged Series on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013, at 8 p.m. Formerly known as the Coffeehouse Series, MU Unplugged’s premiere event will feature singer-songwriter Teddy Geiger.

Enjoy a relaxing evening on Westowne Square complete with the eclectic sounds of Teddy Geiger. Performing since 2005, Geiger’s “For You I Will (Confidence)” topped the charts and his recent album release, The Last Fears, and single, “Love and Run,” are bringing Geiger back into the spotlight.

Olivia Millerschin, a Michigan musician since birth, will open for Geiger.

This event will be the first of an entire semester of free coffeehouse concerts. Upcoming performers include:

  • Doyle Brothers – Thursday, Sept. 26
  • Jareh Mahone – Thursday, Oct. 10
  • Madison Letter – Thursday, Nov. 7
  • Nelly’s Echo – Thursday, Nov.14

MU Unplugged is free and open to all Marquette students. If inclement weather should arise, the event on Thursday, Sept. 12, will be moved to the first floor lobby of the AMU.