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Headlining Ladyfest: Jes Kramer plays the final set Saturday at Grand Armory Brewing. (Photo/Tori Thomas)

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Grand Haven’s Ladyfest at the Lakeshore 2016 to spotlight female West Michigan voices

September 23, 2016

Saturday’s day-long event at Grand Armory Brewing showcases musical talent, poetry and more. Learn more in the Local Spins on WYCE podcast with Ladyfest performers and the debut of new tracks by regional artists. And check out the full Ladyfest schedule at Local Spins.

Basking in Music: The park below Fort Mackinac fills with music lovers in the summer. (Photo/Sam Staffan)

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Mackinac Island’s musical magic: Delving into the ‘different world’ of gigging on the island

August 23, 2016

Michigan’s most famous island offers more than fudge, horses and a rich history. Summertime and early fall boast a hotbed of live music with a unique milieu, some of it after-hours. Local Spins takes a gander at Mackinac music in words, pictures and video.

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Girls Rock! GR celebrates ‘next generation of female musicians’ in action-packed Wealthy Theatre showcase

August 22, 2016

The Girls Rock! GR summer camp aimed at empowering girls through music culminated Sunday with sets by eight enthusiastic young bands making their stage debut, rocking the theater for impressed fans. Peruse the story about these fledgling musicians’ remarkable week and browse the photo gallery.

Uncoventional Venue: Ferris Coffee has made music work with a hint of espresso. (Photo/Ricky Olmos)

Features · Venue Spotlight

Resurgence of Grand Rapids’ West Side spawns new live music venues, from Harmony Hall and Long Road Distillers to Ferris Coffee

August 4, 2016

Each with its own character, a few West Side establishments have started showcasing live music, offering West Michigan acts and Grand Rapids music lovers new settings and experiences. Sample them in this feature story by Local Spins writer Ricky Olmos.

Cinematic Weekend: The Traverse City Film Festival wraps up this weekend with movies and lots of music by regional bands. (Photo/Shane Wyatt)

Features · Summer Festivals · Upcoming shows

Traverse City Film Festival gets musical this weekend with Michigan bands, solo artists

July 29, 2016

Those flocking to northern Michigan for film screenings at the festival founded by Michael Moore will also find numerous live performances indoors and out by dozens of West Michigan bands. See which bands are playing and get links to schedules.

Homecoming: Borns will entertain his native Michigan fans on Saturday. (Photo/Paul Sinkevics)

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Borns takes ‘windy and wild’ ride to pop glory; Mo Pop Fest, U.S. and European tours on tap

July 22, 2016

‘Better than I imagined,’ the Grand Haven native says of the ‘Electric Love’ he’s received from fans across the globe as he prepares to play his only Michigan show in Detroit this weekend. Local Spins revisits the Michigan-bred singer and rising star. Read the interview and check out the video from a live performance.

Reunion: Michigan's Andrew Tkaczyk, at left, mingles with member of The Ghost Inside at Monday's Alternative Press Music Awards in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo/Anthony Norkus, Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital)

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Ghost Inside drummer revels in ‘great day’ reuniting with band, winning Alternative Press award as physical rehab progresses

July 19, 2016

Andrew Tkaczyk met up with his bandmates at an Ohio awards show this week as he continues with difficult but remarkable progress at Grand Rapids’ Mary Free Bed from amputation and other injuries. Perhaps more amazing, the band hopes to return to the stage for the 2017 Vans Warped Tour. Read the update; watch videos of the band accepting its award and Tkaczyk getting behind a drum kit.

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