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Local Spins spotlights the 15-year-old bluegrass maven who’s turning heads and who joins Oberlin at SpeakEZ Lounge tonight. Check out an exclusive video of a recent performance and listen to this week’s radio show podcast filled with new Michigan music.
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The acclaimed trombonist, composer, Michigan State University educator and versatile multi-instrumentalist releases another album later this month, with a Saturday concert at The Alluvion in Traverse City. Get his back story and listen to his music at Local Spins.
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Detroit area’s Ember & Ash are just one of more than 10 bands performing Saturday at The Intersection as part of the Wheatland Music Organization’s one-day festival and fundraiser. The preview and schedule.
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Today, we reveal the Top 6 Michigan artists of 2025 based on airplay at Grand Rapids’ WYCE. At No. 1 is May Erlewine, so listen to our encore presentation of our March interview with the heralded singer-songwriter, along with fresh tracks by Jack White & Eminem and Aiden Wells.
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For today’s Artist Spotlight, Local Spins profiles a much-sought-after northern Michigan musician and singer-songwriter who releases his second solo album in early 2026. Get John Richard Paul’s back story, listen to his music.
Singer and musician Rick Reuther has made singing and performing his passion from a young age, now honored and revered for his contributions to the region’s music scene. The Local Spins interview with samples of his music.
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The Lansing indie-folk trio chats with Local Spins about its latest singles ahead of their annual holiday showcase at UrbanBeat in Lansing. Listen to the holiday tune and another 2025 track, too.
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Hot Girls, featuring two members from the band Desmond Jones, makes its SpeakEZ Lounge debut on Friday and let’s face it: No one knows just what might happen on stage. The Local Spins back story.
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West Michigan’s PHABIES will open Michigander’s second annual holiday show in Grand Rapids tonight while eyeing more new music, more touring and a special album-release show. Learn more about the band and watch its videos at Local Spins.
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Back home in Otsego, the Americana artist puts Music City’s ‘weird’ vibe behind him to create new music, with an upcoming show at Flint’s Machine Shop. Plus, Local Spins debuts fresh tracks from other Michigan artists, including N8ure, The Accidentals, August, Quinlan Mauer and more.
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Led by Grammy Award winners from the highly acclaimed Snarky Puppy, Dallas’ Ghost-Note makes a tour stop Sunday at Holland’s Park Theatre. The Local Spins interview with this hard-hitting band.
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The West Michigan Americana-driven band makes its Local Spins Wednesday debut at SpeakEZ Lounge tonight. Local Spins catches up with the group after a busy year of performances.
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The anthemic pop-rocker follows up an intimate show at Midtown with an indie-rock-fueled ‘Holiday Special’ Saturday at The Intersection’s Elevation. The Local Spins Q&A with frontman Jason Singer.
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The symphonic metal stars in Trans-Siberian Orchestra return to Grand Rapids’ Van Andel Arena for two ‘Ghosts of Christmas Eve’ shows this weekend, with a Detroit stop on Dec. 27. The Local Spins interview with drummer Jeff Plate, along with videos of live TSO performances.
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The soulful jazz trio formed by organist Jim Alfredson and drummer Randy Marsh will play two star-studded shows to celebrate its birthday. Learn about Organissimo’s history and listen to its music at Local Spins.
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N. Michigan’s Benzie Playboys, the state’s leading purveyor of Cajun & zydeco music, marks a quarter-century of dance-inspiring revelry Wednesday in Frankfort. Local Spins digs into its remarkable history.
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On a Michigan tour with a new album on the way, Luke Winslow-King reveals the back story about a special new world music project, his love of his home state and more with Local Spins, which also debuts new tracks by Major Murphy, The JR Band, Bob James abd more Mitten State artists. Listen to this week’s radio show podcast at Local Spins.
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The Grand Rapids artist Empress Eyes who has released several singles this year talks about her music, her live performances and more in an interview with Local Spins. Plus, watch her latest music video.
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The co-founder of Northern Express and prolific author Robert Downes will unfurl his multi-media “Stories & Songs” show at City Opera House on Thursday. The back story at Local Spins.
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The California folk-pop artist next week plays The Big Room in Grand Rapids and The Ark in Ann Arbor, with plans to display paintings on stage to add to the fan experience. The Local Spins interview.
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Inspired by her late brother, Anne Wilson has quickly cultivated a devoted — and often young — audience for her ‘faith-driven’ music. She plays Detroit on Saturday and a sold-out show in Grand Rapids on Sunday. Learn more about Wilson and watch two music videos at Local Spins.
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Howard City’s Tyler Gitchel already has opened for several national artists and released several singles in 2025. Get his back story and listen to one of his original songs at Local Spins
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The renowned Traverse City mandolinist Don Julin has formed a new super-trio with bassist Tom Knific and guitarist Hayes Griffin, with upcoming shows at The Alluvion, The Ark and beyond. The back story at Local Spins.
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The band will join Joe Hertler & The Rainbow Seekers for a Sullivan Field benefit show at The Big Room. The story and this week’s Local Spins radio podcast with new tracks by Michigan artists, including Tony Halchak, The Accidentals, Kate Hinote, Justin Avdek, Lost Magic, Chloe Kimes and more.
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The Kate Hinote Trio returns to Grand Rapids to play SpeakEZ Lounge on Friday. Today, Kate Hinote reveals the albums that have influenced her the most. Get her back story, listen to songs from those recordings and learn more about Friday’s tour stop.
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The all-star, transatlantic band The Olllam — featuring Michigan musicians Michael Shimmin, Joe Hettinga and Joe Dart and the U.K.’s John McSherry, Ross Ainslie and Sean O’Meara — plays The Pyramid Scheme on Thursday and Detroit’s Magic Stick on Friday. Learn more about the band and listen to their music at Local Spins.
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The celebrated singer-songwriter brings the tour behind his new album to St. Cecilia Music Center for a special 5 p.m. Sunday show. The Local Spins Q&A, with two videos featuring music from the new record.
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Local Spins spotlights the Kalamazoo bluegrass heroes who celebrate their 25th anniversary with a new record and two hometown shows. Mike Devol from Greensky Bluegrass talks about the new record, Billy Strings and more. Plus, this week’s Michigan Music Showcase podcast with new tracks from Caitlin Cusack, Lady Ace Boogie, Jack Droppers, Izzy Reign and more.
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Tonight, The Rebel Eves super-group makes its Local Spins Wednesdays debut at Grand Rapids’ SpeakEZ Lounge. Get a recap of the band’s year and upcoming Michigan tour, with stops in Ann Arbor, East Lansing and Leland. Plus, band member Grace Theisen reveals the three albums that have influenced her most.
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Coinciding with release of its ‘XXV’ album, the bluegrass powerhouse plays two nights at Wings Event Center starting on Halloween. Part 1 of our conversation with Greensky Bluegrass bassist Mike Devol.
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Led by FlyLiteGemini’s Joe Chamberlin and singer-bassist Casmira Draconid, the Southwest Michigan-based group is touring the state and set to release several new singles. Get the back story on Gemini Moon and listen to one of their songs.
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Local Spins spotlights the hot Grand Rapids jazz fusion band, which hosts its album-release show Saturday. And listen to this week’s Michigan Music Showcase podcast that debuts tracks from several Michigan artists, including May Erlewine, Silverstiles, 84 Tigers, Alex Austin, Von Kaiser and more.
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The alt-country and rock band that released an EP this summer makes its Local Spins Wednesdays debut at SpeakEZ Lounge. Today, frontman Devin Weber opens up about his favorite rock artists and more.
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The Grand Rapids super-group led by Michael Doyle plays SpeakEZ Lounge on Sunday with a new album on the way. Plus, this week’s radio show podcast with fresh tracks by Michigan artists, including Greg Nagy, Steven Malcolm, Don Was, Luke Winslow-King, Greensky Bluegrass and more.
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The northern Michigan rock band releases its third album on Friday, performing at The Venue Event Center in Cadillac. Get the band’s back story and listen to its latest single at Local Spins.
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The Grand Rapids hip-hop, soul and funk artist is poised to rev up The Stray tonight with his band, The Great Let Gos. The Local Spins Artist Spotlight feature on this emerging star.
After a lengthy hiatus, the highly regarded Grand Rapids singer-songwriter not only has a new recording under the moniker This is the Movie, but he’s opening an all-analog recording space with Dustin Anderson. The Local Spins Artist Spotlight.
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The much-admired West Michigan singer and songwriter will play a full-band show at The Big Room on Saturday, the day after releasing a new single and music video, with more fresh songs on the way. The Local Spins interview.
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The Texas electronic musician and YouTube star makes a stop on his ‘Places I’ve Never Played And Will Never Play Again’ tour Sunday at GLC Live at 20 Monroe. The Local Spins interview.
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Local Spins spotlights the Lansing-area rocker who releases ‘Rock and Roll Will Save Us All’ next month, plus debuts fresh tracks from other Michigan artists.
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The 18-year-old Taiwanese virtuoso has become an internet sensation drawing millions of views on YouTube for his astonishing prowess on the ukulele. He plays Tip Top Deluxe Bar and Grill on Sunday. The Local Spins interview.
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The much-respected Grand Rapids singer-songwriter’s listening party for his new project, ‘Saffron,’ will also include a documentary screening, a Q&A session and short performances. The details and an interview with Blake at Local Spins.
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The legendary Motor City musician and producer leads the new top-shelf ensemble releasing its debut album next month, with tour stops in Traverse City, Lansing and Detroit. The Local Spins interview.
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The Flint-area rock band has released singles this year with more music, shows ahead. Local Spins spotlights the band and debuts tracks by other Michigan artists, including Luke Winslow-King, Whorled, JonPaul Wallace, Hail Your Highness, Hand of Giants and more. Learn more about Heat Above and listen to this week’s radio show podcast.
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The California indie-rock band brings its ‘In the Open’ acoustic tour to Grand Rapids’ Fountain Street Church on Thursday night, revisiting stripped-back versions of their songs. The Local Spins interview with band member Eric Cannata.
National Public Radio’s ‘Fresh Air’ last week aired a revealing interview with the Ionia County-bred bluegrass star, who’s still haunted by the overdose death of his mother. We revisit excerpts at Local Spins.
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Local Spins spotlights Vining who has a pre-release show at The Stray tonight (Saturday), plus debuts new music by Don Was, Pablo Eskobear, Alex Austin, Celeste Allison, Just Magnetic and more. Learn more about Vining and listen to this week’s radio show podcast.
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Grand Rapids’ SpeakEZ Lounge has kicked off regular jazz jams hosted by the saxophonist, with area musicians invited to join the fun. Learn more about Pancy and these sessions.
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With a “massive” new project on the way, Grand Rapids’ favorite vintage country/outlaw country outfit is set to jump-start autumn with help from pedal steel guitarist Justin Wierenga. Learn more at Local Spins.
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In this profile of an up-and-coming rapper, Sonny Ski talks about balancing faith, family and fierce competition as he prepares to release his next project, ‘Regular Guy, Irregular Mind.’ Learn more about Sonny Ski and listen to his music at Local Spins.
