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Red Hot Chili Peppers show hometown love for Grand Rapids with heartfelt, energetic display

June 26, 2017

Led by singer Anthony Kiedis, who grew up in the Grand Rapids area, the Chili Peppers uncorked a night to remember Sunday at Van Andel Arena. Read the review and browse the photo gallery from the band’s West Michigan tour stop.

Commentary · Concert reviews · Photos · Summer Festivals

Rothbury Revisited: Electric Forest still flies freak flag proudly, awes columnist with ‘mind-warping’ eye candy, My Morning Jacket

June 25, 2017

Local Spins writer Troy Reimink returned to Rothbury for the first time in eight years. And what he saw at Electric Forest both impressed and amused him, a testament to the festival’s “magical legacy” — and “circus of overstimulation.” Check out this columnist’s jocular and insightful take on this Michigan festival and browse more colorful photos from ‘The Forest.’

Breaking music news · Videos

Chad Smith from Red Hot Chili Peppers surprises fans by sitting in with three bands at three Grand Rapids venues

June 25, 2017

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On Saturday, the night before the Red Hot Chili Peppers were set to play a sold-out show at Van Andel Arena, drummer Chad Smith made the musical rounds at Flanagan’s, Mojo’s and 20 Monroe Live. Check out the photos and videos.

Concert announcements · Kalamazoo · Summer Festivals

Kalamazoo’s Audiotree Music Festival reveals 2017 lineup with King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, Twin Peaks, Noname

June 20, 2017

The September event at Arcadia Creek Festival Place in downtown Kalamazoo expands to two days for 2017, leans toward hip hop and math rock acts, plans to add another ‘special headliner.’ Get details about this year’s Audiotree Music Festival and see who else is in the lineup.

Playlists · Summer Festivals

Local Spins’ Electric Forest 2017 Playlist No. 1: Vox Vidorra

June 20, 2017

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Electric Forest performer Vox Vidorra of Grand Rapids chimes in with the first of three Local Spins playlists geared to get folks ready for the two-weekend music festival coming up in Rothbury, Michigan. From Kendrick Lamar to Nina Simone, listen to the songs and watch the videos; check out the full playlist on Spotify.

Concert reviews · Photos

Brian Setzer, Jesse Ray & The Carolina Catfish incite rockabilly riot at Meijer Gardens

June 19, 2017

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Sunday’s sold-out show brought serious fun, top-notch musicianship and rock revelry to the amphitheather, led by Grammy-winning guitarist Brian Setzer and his band, with Grand Rapids’ own wild duo opening. Read the review and check out the photos from this weekend-closing affair.

Concert reviews · Photos · Summer Festivals · Videos

Founders Fest dodges rain for jam-packed anniversary bash, gets groovy musical exclamation point from Umphrey’s McGee

June 18, 2017

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The sold-out street party drew thousands to downtown Grand Rapids Saturday with regional and national stars playing a super-sized stage. Get the recap, browse the photo gallery and watch video highlights of Founders Fest at Local Spins.

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