By Sabrina Bush Staff writer
Hip-hop artist Sage the Gemini performed at Degenstein Lawn on April 7. He was the second headliner featured in Susquehanna’s two-part spring concert series.
Sage the Gemini, born Dominic Wynn Woods, began his music career in 2013 with two widely known party singles, “Gas Pedal” and “Red Nose,” both of which were featured on the Billboard Hot 100.
The concert began at 9 p.m., and Sage the Gemini took the stage at approximately 10 p.m.
He was introduced by opener DJ Money, who has performed with Grammy-nominated rapper Wale and has played at TRAX several times before, according to junior Bianca DiTrolio, the president of Susquehanna’s Student Activities Committee.
“It was definitely a fun night,” senior Kelcie Ehler said. “When there’s a concert, it almost always is.”
The 24-year-old rapper, song-writer and producer is from San Francisco. He recorded his first track, titled “Made In China” at age 14 and signed a deal with Republic Records in August 2013. In March 2014, Sage the Gemini released his debut studio album, “Remember Me.” The Recording Industry of America certified “Red Nose” Gold and “Gas Pedal” Platinum.
“We wanted to bring different artists from different genres to appeal to a variety of students,” DiTrolio said.
Susquehanna hosted pop artist Andy Grammer and opener PUBLIC on April 1 as the first act of its spring concert series.
Grammer performed several songs off his debut album, including his two biggest hits, “Keep Your Head Up” and “Fine By Me.”
“There was more energy at the [Sage the Gemini] concert,” junior Colin Littlefield said. “It was a fun environment.”
The process of selecting performers takes several months, during which SAC advisors assess the budget and members research artist prices and availability, explained DiTrolio.
“This year we wanted to be consistent with having two concerts although they were in one semester,” DiTrolio said. “And we were very pleased with our decision.”
The day of the concert, SAC members set up the stage, lights and speakers, and the president and vice president were on call to accommodate the artist and the crew with meals, rooms and tech needs as well as a sound check before the show.
“It’s an all-day event,” DiTrolio said. “[SAC] is also responsible for hospitality once the artist arrives on campus.