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For 35 years, Grand Rapids’ Mustard Plug has created ska with an international following, and continues to record and tour, with a Friday show at Bell’s in Kalamazoo. Today, Local Spins revisits frontman David Kirchgessner’s picks for albums that changed his world.
Concert announcements · Summer Concerts
The northern Michigan venue so far has announced 10 high-profile shows with more to come, amid the state’s ever-more hectic summer concert and festival schedule. View the full schedule and see how Interlochen’s venue compares to other Michigan amphitheaters.
Artist Spotlights · Audio · Festivals · Upcoming shows
Southwest Michigan dream-folk band Cold Mountain Child will celebrate a new album with a performance at Saturday’s Kalamazoo Fretboard Festival, joining a bevy of Michigan favorites performing at Kalamazoo Valley Museum. Get the back story on this band and view the schedule of performances for the weekend festival.
Artist Spotlights · Upcoming shows
With Kalamazoo’s The Go Rounds mounting a full-fledged spring tour for the first time in years, Local Spins checks in with frontman Graham Parsons on all of the changes affecting the band and his life, with new music to come. Check out the full tour schedule.
Albums that Changed the World · Audio · Upcoming shows
For 35 years, Grand Rapids’ Mustard Plug has created ska with an international following, and continues to record and tour, with a Friday show at Bell’s in Kalamazoo. Today, Local Spins revisits frontman David Kirchgessner’s picks for albums that changed his world.
Concert announcements · Summer Concerts
The northern Michigan venue so far has announced 10 high-profile shows with more to come, amid the state’s ever-more hectic summer concert and festival schedule. View the full schedule and see how Interlochen’s venue compares to other Michigan amphitheaters.
Artist Spotlights · Audio · Festivals · Upcoming shows
Southwest Michigan dream-folk band Cold Mountain Child will celebrate a new album with a performance at Saturday’s Kalamazoo Fretboard Festival, joining a bevy of Michigan favorites performing at Kalamazoo Valley Museum. Get the back story on this band and view the schedule of performances for the weekend festival.
Concert reviews · Videos · Weekend Photo Gallery
Saturday was dominated by early toasts to St. Patrick’s Day with Irish Off Ionia, Irish Remedy and more, with a few other concerts thrown into the mix over the past week, including Wheatus, Yellowhouse, King Garbage and more. The photos and a video at Local Spins.
The power pop/rock band from Detroit and Bay City gets candid about its fourth release, which continues to draw inspiration from music of the 1960s and ’70s. Get the back story and listen to tracks from the new album in this Local Spins Artist Spotlight.
Artist Spotlights · Local Spins on WYCE · Podcasts · Upcoming shows
Local Spins spotlights the eclectic all-star Southwest Michigan rock, blues and folk band making its SpeakEZ Lounge debut next week. Learn more about the group and check out this week’s Michigan Music Showcase podcast which features new music from May Erlewine, Annie & Rod Capps, Zach Peterson, Rashaad Lee, Whorled and more.
Artist Spotlights · Upcoming shows · Videos
After working this week with students, the well-traveled 79-year-old master drummer will perform with the MSU Jazz Orchestra at The Alluvion in Traverse City. Learn more about this jazz mainstay.
Artist Spotlights · Upcoming shows · Videos
Committed to mastering a cohesive sound that captures iconic popular music from across the decades, the students in ABC Orchestra will play The Intersection’s Stache on March 18, opening for acclaimed electric violinist Mia Asano. Led by Ryan Wallace, learn more about this unique ensemble.
Artist Spotlights · Upcoming shows · Videos
The iconic country singer will accompany James Dupré on stage, with Dupré performing Travis’ familiar hits on the ‘More Life’ tour stop at Muskegon’s Frauenthal Center on Thursday. The back story on this unusual arrangement.
Within a radius of several blocks in downtown Grand Rapids, Sunday night boasted tour stops by a flock of national artists at Van Andel Arena, GLC Live at 20 Monroe and St. Cecilia Music Center. Get the concert recaps and browse the photos at Local Spins.
Concert reviews · Videos · Weekend Photo Gallery
The Record Company topped the list of shows energizing venues from Grand Rapids to Kalamazoo, with Headband Henny, Hazy Past, Level Up, Stephen Wilson Jr. and a Heavyweights band contest all in the mix. The photo galleries and a concert video at Local Spins.
SXSW · Upcoming shows · Videos
It’s another full-flavored month of music and we’ve picked a dozen compelling concerts, festivals and celebrations to circle on your calendar, while spotlighting some Michigan artists headed to Austin for SXSW. Plus, check out the Local Spins video roundup on EightWest.
Artist Spotlights · Local Spins on WYCE · Podcasts · Upcoming shows · Videos
Local Spins spotlights the Grand Rapids group with three upcoming performances in March, plus debuts music by Rachel Brooke, Brick Street Soul, Ghost Bunnies, Ocean & The Universe, Seth Bernard and more. Discover Wilson Ave’s back story and listen to this week’s radio show podcast.
Artist Spotlights · Upcoming shows · Videos
The ‘not-so-common’ classical flute-and-guitar duo featuring Carmen Maret and Andrew Bergeron loves to tour, camp and deliver calming instrumental music. The Local Spins interview, along with the duo’s latest music video.
Artist Spotlights · Upcoming shows · Videos
The acclaimed, Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter returns to Grand Rapids’ St. Cecilia Music Center on Sunday after playing The Ark in Ann Arbor on Saturday. The Local Spins interview with this influential artist and performer.
Artist Spotlights · Upcoming shows · Videos
The inspirational Christian music tour returns to Van Andel Arena on Sunday with Anne Wilson, Disciple, Hulvey, NewSong and more on the bill, with an Ypsilanti stop also ahead. The Local Spins preview, with music videos from Matthew West and Katy Nichole.
AI has invaded the music industry but studio veterans say the human element is irreplaceable. Part 4 of the Local Spins series on the “AI Revolution in Music” spotlights the views of three West Michigan recording studio veterans.
Concert reviews · Weekend Photo Gallery
This week’s concert photo roundup features nine galleries from concerts in Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo, including Infekt, Artikal Sound System and more. Browse all of the images at Local Spins.
Breaking music news · Concert announcements · Summer Festivals
The Hoxeyville Skies Music Festival, a brand new celebration in a familiar northern Michigan location, and the longstanding Buttermilk Jamboree south of Grand Rapids boast star-studded lineups for 2026. The story and details at Local Spins.
Artist Spotlights · Local Spins on WYCE · Podcasts · Upcoming shows
Local Spins spotlights the award-winning band that’s releasing a new single this weekend, while also debuting tracks from Rachel Curtis, Chirp, Wilson Ave, Folias Duo, Nick Piunti and other Michigan artists. Get the back story on The American Hotel System and listen to this week’s Michigan Music Showcase radio podcast.
Concert announcements · Summer Festivals
Blissfest unfurls July 10-12 outside Cross Village, augmenting national stars with regional favorites such as Larry McCray, May Erlewine, Joe Hertler and The Rebel Eves. View the complete lineup and get ticket details at Local Spins.
Breaking music news · Upcoming shows · Venue Spotlight
The new West Side bar, restaurant and music venue celebrates its grand opening with Union Guns performing on Friday, seven months after Turnstiles closed its doors.
Veteran Canadian rock band Three Days Grace pumped up Van Andel Arena on Tuesday with a boost from Michigan-bred I Prevail and Georgia’s The Funeral Portrait. The review, photos, set lists at Local Spins.
Albums that Changed the World · Playlists · Upcoming shows
The acclaimed Kalamazoo drummer who plays three nights of Brazilian jazz across the state this week reveals the albums and artists that have influenced him most. Check out his picks, along with his own music, and find out more about his upcoming performances.
Concert announcements · Summer Festivals · Videos
The lineup announced for the late June music festival in Trufant also features Michigan favorites Act Casual, Jordan Hamilton, Lady Ace Boogie, Roosevelt Diggs, Melophobix and more. Get details and the full Smiling Acres lineup at Local Spins.
Concert reviews · Videos · Weekend Photo Gallery
Folk-rock, country, post-hardcore, singer-songwriter, Americana, math rock. Venues from Kalamazoo to Grand Rapids boasted that and more over the past week, captured in images at Local Spins.
awards · Concert reviews · Photos · Videos
With throngs of fans on board, Friday’s 2026 WYCE Jammie Awards celebration at The Intersection boasted plenty of highlights from 20 acts on three stages. The recap, photos and video at Local Spins.
awards · Breaking music news · Concert reviews · Photos
Established and emerging Michigan artists took home hardware for the best Michigan music of 2025 at Friday night’s Jammie Awards, held at a jam-packed Intersection in Grand Rapids. View the full winners’ list and photos.
Artist Spotlights · Local Spins on WYCE · Podcasts
From one end of the state to the other — and covering a wide range of music — Michigan bands and solo artists are nominated for 2025 releases at two upcoming awards shows. Learn more about these acts and listen to this week’s radio show.
Artist Spotlights · Upcoming shows · Videos
With upcoming Michigan shows at Grow Benzie, Sisters, Short’s Pull Barn and Salt of the Earth, New York musician Hugh Pool of Mulebone checks in with Local Spins to talk about his music and his solo touring.
Breaking music news · Summer Concerts · Venue Spotlight
With a goal of becoming ‘Southwest Michigan’s premier outdoor music venue,’ the amphitheater is creating a bigger stage and adding more national acts to its series. View artist renderings of the revamped Warner Vineyards amphitheater and get details about the 2026 concert season.
Artist Spotlights · Upcoming shows
With stops this month at St. Cecilia Music Center in Grand Rapids in a benefit for Guiding Light followed by The Acorn in Three Oaks, the frontman for the ’90s band opens up for Local Spins about his life and his tour. Get details about both Michigan shows.
Amid a historic setting, four West Michigan bands created a buzz Sunday and raised thousands at ‘Melt the ICE’ for immigrant families through three organizations. Later, Riot Punch electrified The Pyramid Scheme. View the images and a video at Local Spins.
Concert reviews · Weekend Photo Gallery
The Offspring and Descendents brought hard-rocking tours to Grand Rapids, plus the week saw a mix of national and regional stars at various venues, including Mersiv, Melophobix and Echoes of Pink Floyd. Browse the photos exclusively at Local Spins.
awards · Features · Upcoming shows
Since 2000, WYCE has celebrated the best in music, with a who’s who roster of Michigan acts honored. Check out past winners; view the three-stage schedule for the Feb. 20 bash at The Intersection.<
Artist Spotlights · Local Spins on WYCE · Podcasts
Local Spins spotlights the northern Michigan musician and activist who just released the first in a series of live albums, while also debuting new music by Rebekah Jon, Steve Rivers and other regional artists. Learn about his journey back from debilitating health issues and listen to this week’s radio show podcast.
Artist Spotlights · Upcoming shows
The Southern-bred blues-rock guitarist plays February shows in Lake Orion, Muskegon and Marshall, touring behind his latest albums, “Labor of Love” and “Naked Truth.” The Local Spins interview, along with a recent performance video.
Part 3 of our series on the fast-emerging dominance of AI in the music businesses spotlights Kalamazoo studio owner Ian Gorman who warns that removing the ‘human element’ from music[…]
Artist Spotlights · Audio · Emerging Artists to Watch · Upcoming shows
The Grand Rapids artist with new music plays a Valentine’s Day show at Tip Top Deluxe, the same night she joins producer-husband TechTonic in opening for Mersiv at The Intersection. Check out the Local Spins Artist Spotlight on this emerging artist along with her music.
Breaking music news · Photos · Venue Spotlight · Videos
About three months from opening day, we offer an in-depth look at the 12,000-plus-capacity concert venue and construction progress. Plus, hear from the Michigan acts who’ll be the first to grace its stage and take a video tour.
Concert reviews · Videos · Weekend Photo Gallery
It was a week of live music dominated by Michigan-based artists — from Matthew Borr to Vespa — at several venues from Grand Rapids to Kalamazoo, including a new performance space. Get the recaps and view the photo galleries, including images of EDM star Kompany’s Intersection tour stop.
Artist Spotlights · Upcoming shows
The singularly talented Cleveland ensemble hailed for ‘historical preservation and musicianship’ plays Ann Arbor and Traverse City this month. The Local Spins interview with bandleader Anthony Taddeo, along with a video of a live performance.
Artist Spotlights · Local Spins on WYCE · Podcasts · Upcoming shows
Part of Grand Rapids’ upcoming ‘Melt the Ice’ benefit, Cabildo’s frontman reflects on the current crisis and the band’s music for Local Spins, which also debuts new music by several other Michigan acts, including The Bootstrap Boys, Clawfoot, Da’Veonce Washington, Seth Bernard and more.
Festivals · Traverse City · Upcoming shows
The unique annual showcase of Michigan music unfurls at The Village at Grand Traverse Commons on Feb. 22. Get the lowdown and details about the Great Indoor Folk Festival at Local Spins.
The second installment in our series on the power and dangers of AI (artificial intelligence) on the music industry focuses on the views of veteran Grand Rapids sound recordist Joseph McCarger, worries about theft of creativity and more. And see how some Michigan musicians are reacting to the advent of this technology.
Breaking music news · Venue Spotlight
The all-ages DIY arts and music space has a new home at the renovated Four Star Theatre, less than two miles south from The DAAC’s original location on S. Division Avenue. The story at Local Spins.
Announcements · awards · Videos
The acclaimed guitarist — honored on Sunday for best bluegrass album — also has announced a summer tour that closes out with two ‘hometown’ shows at the Ionia County Fairgrounds. Check out the reaction to his Grammy win and watch a music video from the winning album.
Concert reviews · Festivals · Photos
The second day of the 49th festival at Ann Arbor’s Hill Auditorium melded Michigan charm with national esprit after Greensky Bluegrass kicked things off the night before. The review and photos at Local Spins.
Concert reviews · Weekend Photo Gallery
The region’s first-ever Punk Rock Lottery featuring three new bands revved up Dormouse Theatre in Kalamazoo, closing out a week of rousing West Michigan shows by The Jet Stone Conspiracy, Supo and more. Get the recaps and browse seven photo galleries at Local Spins.
