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Discovering Utopia – Kalamazoo band takes step toward 2019 Cowpie Music Festival

May 19, 2019

When all the votes were tallied after Saturday’s semifinal play-in competition, judges and fans at Arcadia Brewing Co. settled on sending Kalamazoo’s Utopian Party on their collective way down the ‘Pathway to the Pasture.’ The foursome netted a close win over Grand Rapids’ Drew Phoria and Bay City’s Barbarossa Brothers and is one step away from earning a slot at this August’s festival in Caledonia.

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Hot weather and hotter picking followed by cool, stormy and soulful finish in St. Joe

May 19, 2019

Thousands flocked to St. Joe for the 7th Annual BBQ, Blues & Bluegrass Fest as Nora Jane Struthers, Che Apalache, JD McPherson and more delivered an afternoon of music at Whirlpool Centennial Park. Photos and review at Local Spins.

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Jason Aldean turns Van Andel Arena into massive backyard party of career-spanning hits

May 11, 2019

The ACM’s Entertainer of the Year proved his mettle on Friday night with a lengthy, 24-song set that showed off his tell-it-like-it-is attitude and a fan-pleasing stage presence. Get the review, photos and set list, only at Local Spins

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The Who orchestrates unusual tour-opening salvo in Grand Rapids

May 8, 2019

Backed by an orchestra featuring members of the Grand Rapids Symphony and other musicians, the iconic British band led by Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey rocked a career-spanning set at Van Andel Arena on Tuesday. Read the review and browse the photo gallery at Local Spins.

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The Accidentals get funky, frisky, grateful and personal in album-release show

April 26, 2019

Celebrating a new live album and fresh songs, members of the Traverse City trio on Thursday proved to fans at Kalamazoo’s Bell’s Brewery just why they’re a dynamic live act with a national following. Check out the exclusive Local Spins review by Ryan Boldrey, with photos by Derek Ketchum.

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Record Store Day in W. Michigan: Vinyl passion that ‘gets bigger every year’ and a parade

April 14, 2019

Check out a recap, photos and video of Saturday’s upbeat Record Store Day celebration at indie shops which hosted live music, DJs and more — including a robust parade down Bridge Street in Grand Rapids.

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Nicole LaRae: Pyramid Scheme booking guru, record label owner, music scene badass

April 7, 2019

A fixture on West Michigan’s music scene, Nicole LaRae has brought an impressive roster of national stars to Grand Rapids while bolstering local acts on stage and on radio. With The Pyramid Scheme celebrating its eighth anniversary this month, Local Spins profiles this champion of the musical arts.

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Kenny Chesney throws beach party with stadium-sized energy for Grand Rapids fans

April 7, 2019

Proclaiming that “music brings people together,” the country star played a crowd-pleasing, hit-filled, sold-out show Saturday at Van Andel Arena and will do it all again in Grand Rapids on Sunday night. The review and photo gallery at Local Spins.

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Meijer Gardens amphitheater sports expanded concessions, improved acoustics for 2019

March 29, 2019

Today, get the Local Spins construction update on Meijer Gardens’ amphitheater project. Lots of changes will greet concertgoers in 2019, including faster entry and concessions sales, new restrooms and merchandise area and improved sound. Take a photo and video tour.

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Benton Harbor’s The Livery turns it up with national touring acts, new Earthwork series

March 22, 2019

The intimate venue and craft brewery has become a key part of the Southwest Michigan city’s growing arts community, while shining a spotlight on regional stars and homegrown talent. And it hosts its first Firkin Fest later this spring. Learn more about the hot spot in this Local Spins Venue Spotlight as well as the new Earthwork Music concert series.

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Weezer, Pixies align perfectly for vintage arena alt-rock show in Grand Rapids

March 21, 2019

The two giants of the rock world brought their joint tour to Van Andel Arena on Wednesday night, and they gave fans plenty of reasons to leave happy. The review and photo gallery at Local Spins.

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The Best of SXSW 2019: Local Spins’ Top 10 experiences in Austin

March 18, 2019

With the mammoth South by Southwest festival wrapping up in Texas over the weekend, Local Spins writer Ricky Olmos looks back at event highlights — some with a Michigan flair.

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Discovering Utopia – Kalamazoo band takes step toward 2019 Cowpie Music Festival

Hot weather and hotter picking followed by cool, stormy and soulful finish in St. Joe

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Jason Aldean turns Van Andel Arena into massive backyard party of career-spanning hits

The Who orchestrates unusual tour-opening salvo in Grand Rapids

The Accidentals get funky, frisky, grateful and personal in album-release show

Record Store Day in W. Michigan: Vinyl passion that ‘gets bigger every year’ and a parade

Nicole LaRae: Pyramid Scheme booking guru, record label owner, music scene badass

Kenny Chesney throws beach party with stadium-sized energy for Grand Rapids fans

Meijer Gardens amphitheater sports expanded concessions, improved acoustics for 2019

Benton Harbor’s The Livery turns it up with national touring acts, new Earthwork series

Weezer, Pixies align perfectly for vintage arena alt-rock show in Grand Rapids

The Best of SXSW 2019: Local Spins’ Top 10 experiences in Austin

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11am FRIDAY MAY 24: Local Spins on WYCE 88.1 FM: Full Cord Bluegrass

8 pm WEDNESDAY MAY 29: Local Spins Wednesday at SpeakEZ Lounge: Nate Dill

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