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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.
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The harmony-laden California duo return to The Ark in Ann Arbor on Monday and St. Cecilia Music Center in GR on Tuesday for a night of indie-folk. Tuesday’s show kicks off the fall Acoustic Cafe Folk Series.
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Local Spins spotlights Graham Parsons and the Kalamazoo rock/pop band that plays Wheatland Music Festival next week. Plus, we debut tracks from Chloe Kimes, i.am.james., Spuddies, The Nuance and more.
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The renowned French musician brings music from his heralded career to Michigan’s Tip Top Deluxe, Chalfonte Theatre and The Ark this week. The Local Spins interview, with a music video.
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West Michigan’s acclaimed alt-folk/rock band plays a sold-out show Thursday at Frederik Meijer Gardens after mounting a successful U.S. tour. The Local Spins interview with band member Emilee Petersmark.
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Frontman Brian Vander Ark talks about the West Michigan alt-rock heroes’ latest record for Local Spins, which also debuts music by May Erlewine, Normal Mode, The Hacky Turtles, Heat Above and more. Get the back story on The Verve Pipe and listen to this week’s radio show podcast.
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The Chicago-based psychedelic and soulful indie-rocker plays The Pyramid Scheme in Grand Rapids and the Sonic Lunch series in Ann Arbor this week with West Michigan native and drummer Collin O’Brien aboard. The Local Spins interview with Francis, along with two of his latest music videos.
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The Michigan alt-folk heroes who play upcoming shows in their home state talk about their studio work and touring with Local Spins, which also spotlights new music by American Rust, Mei Semones, The War and Treaty, The Wire Monkeys, Al Wesley and more. Find out more about The Accidentals and their new album, and listen to this week’s radio show podcast.
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The melodic prog-rock/yacht rock band returns to Michigan to play Little River Casino on Friday. The Local Spins interview with founding member Joe Puerta.
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The acclaimed, international, ‘note-perfect’ tribute to Pink Floyd returns to Meijer Gardens this week. The Local Spins interview with guitarist Dave Fowler.
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After a Michigan tour stop at Interlochen, the iconic classic rock band featuring Randy Bachman plays the Chicago area tonight. The Local Spins interview.
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The band headlining T-Rex Fest’s opening night in Grand Rapids opens up about its new music. Local Spins Michigan Music Showcase also debuts tracks by several Mitten State artists, including Cameron Blake, Ralston Bowles, The Fields, Clawfoot and more. Get the back story on Greet Death and listen to this week’s radio show podcast.
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Local Spins spotlights the Grand Rapids band and its long-awaited new recording, while also debuting music by The Rebel Eves, The Mollusks, Deadbeatdad, August, Matthew Borr, Horizon Theory and more. Get The Local Commuters’ back story and listen to this week’s radio show podcast.
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The Colorado bluegrass band joins The Infamous Stringdusters and Kitchen Dwellers at Meijer Gardens on Friday. The Local Spins interview, with a chance to win tickets to the show.
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The one-time Richland church worship leader returns to West Michigan for a show at The Intersection’s Elevation on Friday. Cory Asbury’s back story today at Local Spins, along with music videos.
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The Rebel Eves bring their summer touring to Meijer Gardens on Tuesday. The Local Spins Q&A with the super-group of singer-songwriters Katie Pederson, Grace Theisen and Jilian Linklater.
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Local Spins profiles the Grand Rapids band releasing its new EP on Saturday, while also debuting tracks from Kyle Brown, Hand of Giants, Nick Veine, Galactic Sherpas, Rip Smidgeon and more. Learn more about Low Phase, watch their new music video and listen to this week’s Local Spins Michigan Music Showcase radio show podcast.
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Appropriately, Local Spins marks the Fourth of July holiday weekend with a story about America, the band. Writer Ross Boissoneau interviews Dewey Bunnell, the solo remaining original member still touring.
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The much-respected West Michigan country singer is back after 11 years with new music and a new band. Plus, Local Spins debuts tracks from Charlie Millard, Yellowhouse, Rachael Davis, The Lasso and more. Get the back story on Dee Sutton’s album and listen to this week’s radio show podcast.
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The iconic rock innovator plays Bell’s Brewery Beer Garden next week on his “Still Me/Still We” tour. The Local Spins interview with the 77-year-old legend.
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Local Spins spotlights the emerging tunesmith and Taylor Swift tribute artist, while also debuting new music from PHABIES, Silver Creek Revival, Ajax Stacks, Pretoria and more. Get the back story on Kanin Wren’s new album and listen to this week’s Michigan Music Showcase radio show.
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The band which hit quadruple-platinum sales of 2005’s “How to Save a Life” plays Grand Rapids’ GLC Live at 20 Monroe on Friday. The Local Spins interview with David Welsh.
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The veteran rocker opens up for Local Spins, which also debuts new music by Resurrection Blues Band, Ada LeAnn, The Messenger Birds, May Erlewine and more. Get Carolyn Striho’s back story and listen to this week’s Local Spins Michigan Music Showcase podcast.
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It’s time to ‘wang chung.’ The artists — joined by John Waite and Paul Young — bring their “I Want My ’80s Tour” to Meijer Gardens and Interlochen. The Local Spins preview and interview with Wang Chung and Paul Young. Plus, relive their classic music videos.
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Local Spins profiles the Kalamazoo band with a new single/video this week and playing Kalamazoo Pride, while also debuting fresh tracks from Kennedy Perez, Sonny Ski, Chloe Kimes, Jake Simmons, Flexadecibel and other Michigan artists. Learn more about The Nathan Moore Affair, watch their new music video and listen to this week’s Michigan Music Showcase podcast.
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The bluegrass powerhouse who’s become Grand Rapids’ hometown hero returns to Van Andel Arena for two straight nights later this week. Today, Local Spins’ Ryan McCahill previews this much-buzzed-about homecoming. And see how you can win tickets to see Billy Strings on Friday.
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Keenan’s Puscifer and A Perfect Circle will join Primus on stage Wednesday at Van Andel Arena. He opens up to Local Spins about the tour, his past and a development he plans for Scottville, where he grew up.
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The band with a hectic summer schedule opens up about its music with Local Spins, which also showcases tracks by Lord Huron, DJ Minx, Joe Reilly, John Richard Paul and[…]
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The band playing Local Spins’ 13th anniversary show next Wednesday debuted a new song this week and has a busy summer ahead, just part of the mid-May Michigan Music Showcase radio podcast that also featured the debut of tracks by Major Murphy, Dave & Kristi and more. Listen to the show, check out a performance video and learn more about The Legal Immigrants.
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The indie-alt-rock-pop band born in North Carolina plays GLC Live at 20 Monroe on Sunday. Guitarist Darrick “Bozzy” Keller chats with Local Spins about Rainbow Kitten Surprise’s evolution and a new album in the works.
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The popular jam and funk band rolls into DeVos Performance Hall for a symphonic take on rousing tracks such as “Mt. Crushmore,” “The Force” and “Phyllis.” The Local Spins show preview and interview, with a video from a recent Lettuce-meet-symphony performance. And the symphony performs with hip hop’s Common on Thursday.
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The acclaimed violinist performs a sold-out show at The Pyramid Scheme on Friday. Kishi Bashi talked with Local Spins about his work, his heritage and his new record. Plus, watch music videos from his new album.
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The iconic trumpeter, pianist, composer, producer and co-founder of A&M Records is on tour with a stop Sunday at DeVos Performance Hall. He insists: ‘It gives me energy to play.’ The Local Spins interview.
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The West Michigan-bred hard rock band plays GLC Live at 20 Monroe in Grand Rapids and Fillmore Detroit this week on its ‘What Remains’ tour. The Local Spins interview with Leigh Kakaty, who opens up about processing mental health issues and the importance of Pop Evil’s latest album.
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The veteran blues band opens up about its new studio release for Local Spins, which also debuts tracks by Annagail, Desmond Jones, Rodeo Boys, Sixman, Flowers on the Grave and more. Get the back story on Out of Favor Boys and listen to this week’s radio show podcast at Local Spins.
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The sisters who made their mark in the hardcore scene have a new single, showcased by Local Spins this week along with fresh tracks by The Native Howl, Full Cord and other Michigan artists. Get the Hail Your Highness back story and listen to this week’s show podcast at Local Spins.
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Today, Local Spins revisits the remarkable career of the American rock, funk, R&B and pop legend, showcases the continued popularity of Minnesota’s Paisley Park and traces West Michigan connections to The Purple One. Plus, check out a Top 9 Playlist of under-the-radar Prince classics.
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The eclectic West Michigan band releasing a new recording later this year makes it SpeakEZ Lounge debut in Grand Rapids on Friday. Learn more about the band in this Artist Spotlight feature.
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Local Spins checks in with Jack White bassist and childhood buddy Dominic John Davis as the ‘No Name’ tour prepares to play GLC Live at 20 Monroe this week. Plus, see what iconic albums have impacted Davis the most.
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Sam Wesley, MercyMe frontman’s son, is carving out his own musical space on the tour that stops at Van Andel Arena on Sunday. Learn more at Local Spins.
