Virtual Feedback 2020: Jake Kershaw & Jack Droppers
With Feedback 2020 at Founders Brewing Co. postponed due to the coronavirus crisis, Local Spins will replace it by hosting a virtual, live-streamed concert at 5 p.m. Sunday (April 26)[…]
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Concert reviews · Videos · Weekend Photo Gallery
Talib Kweli, OK Go, Twin Peaks, Feedback 25 and more: Week-in-Review Photos, Videos
This recap of West Michigan’s week of live music boasted a bevy of concerts from Grand Rapids to Kalamazoo, from national touring acts to regional stars, from long-running benefits to band battles to album-release shows. Browse the images and videos from a hectic week of concerts at Local Spins.
Audio · Commentary · RSVP Music Chat · Upcoming shows
Feedback’s 25th anniversary to celebrate regional stars, quarter-century of giving
The first RSVP Music Chat podcast of 2019 reviews the history of a long-running benefit for charity which rocks Founders again on Sunday and explores the reasons why musicians feel so compelled to donate time for worthy causes. Browse a list of all the bands that have played a quarter-century of Feedback benefits and listen to a previously unreleased, live Honeytones performance from the first event in 1994.
Concert reviews · Videos · Weekend Photo Gallery
Desmond Jones, Hollywood Makeout energize Feedback benefit; Victor Wooten brings ‘fun and funk’ to Kalamazoo + more concerts
Local Spins’ week-in-review boasts images from a rock-hued fundraiser, a bass-and-comedy spectacle, the country twang of Maddie & Tae, a “Reggaefest,” another anniversary celebration for The Pyramid Scheme and more. Check out all of the images and photos at Local Spins.
Concert reviews · Weekend Photo Gallery
Feedback 2017’s record-breaking day and Weekend Photo Galleries: Anthrax, Killswitch Engage, Chicano Batman, Dan + Shay, UV Hippo
The week and weekend rocked the Grand Rapids area in a variety of ways with a bevy of national and regional bands, including a feel-good benefit for Access of West Michigan — all captured in images and videos at Local Spins.
Commentary · Upcoming shows · Videos
The Legal Immigrants, Conrad Shock & The Noise to rock Sunday’s Feedback 2017 for good cause
The 23rd anniversary of this benefit for Access of West Michigan aids a worthy cause by rattling the rafters at Founders Brewing with regional rock faves. It’s all about a community of caring. Are you ready to join in? Read the Local Spins commentary and get the lowdown on this weekend event.
Concert reviews · Photos · Videos
Feedback 2016 boasts capacity crowd, record-breaking donations, upbeat vibe with The Accidentals, Soul Syndicate
Sunday’s 22nd anniversary Feedback benefit heated up Founders Brewing Co. with performances by The Accidentals, The Soul Syndicate and The Honeytones, and raised thousands for Access of West Michigan. Check out the recap and photo gallery.
Commentary · Local Spins Live · Upcoming shows · Videos
The Accidentals, Soul Syndicate, Honeytones to ignite Feedback 2016: 22 years of feeding the hungry and showcasing Michigan music
The Feedback benefit for Access of West Michigan celebrates its 22nd anniversary at Founders Brewing Co. in Grand Rapids on Sunday afternoon with live music from three bands, a raffle, poster sales and more. Read about the history of this event and the cause that inspired it.
Announcements · Breaking music news · Videos
Jake’s Music Festival plans star-studded 12th anniversary; new Waldron to host Friday jazz nights; The Accidentals pump up Feedback 2016
Local Spins’ February music news update reveals a star-studded lineup for the upcoming Jake’s Music Festival at Wealthy Theatre, new life for what was once McFadden’s Restaurant in downtown Grand Rapids and another robust Feedback benefit planned for Founders Brewing this spring.
Feedback celebrates 20 years of musical camaraderie, buoys Access of West Michigan in benefit at Founders
Sunday’s feel-good anniversary show raised thousands for food and anti-poverty programs with lively, goofy rock sets by The FuzzRites, Domestic Problems and The Honeytones. (Photo gallery, video)
Commentary · Features · Videos
Feed the World: Local music will drive milestone Feedback show at Founders on anniversary of Band Aid
Local musicians gather Sunday for the 20th anniversary of Feedback to support Access of West Michigan. What a long, gratifying trip it’s been, involving dozens of bands since that first benefit at the old Intersection in Eastown.
Commentary · Features · Upcoming shows
Feedback benefit concerts and the “little man” — 18 years of music for a cause in Grand Rapids
For 18 years, the concerts have raised money for Kent County food pantries and spotlighted local acts. Feedback fires up again on Sunday at Founders Brewing. FEEDBACK 2012 4[…]
Grand Rapids concert guide: Buddy Guy, Jonny Lang, Samantha Crain, Wayne Hancock, Greensky Bluegrass, Feedback 2012
Feed the needy and feed your musical cravings with Spins on Music’s Big List: The best in West Michigan’s live music offerings and a worthy cause. And check out the[…]
The War and Treaty catapult to No. 1 on Local Spins Hot Top 5 Chart with ‘Lover’s Game’
The soulful Americana duo originally hailing from Michigan found favor with WYCE listeners and programmers when it comes to their latest studio album. View the full chart at Local Spins and listen to tracks from all of the releases.
Brass Transit gets fans ‘Feelin’ Stronger’ about Chicago at GR Symphony concert
Saturday’s greatest hits display by the Chicago tribute band uncorked old favorites from the platinum-selling classic rock group in symphonic fashion. The concert recap and photos at Local Spins.
Artist Spotlights · Local Spins on WYCE · Podcasts
Michigan’s SONGDRINK: Striving to turn tunesmiths’ creations into ‘radio-ready’ music
The unique Grand Rapids-based songwriters’ club just released its first compilation, spotlighted by Local Spins on WYCE, which also debuted tracks by Rob Jordan, Jon Hayes, Brad Phillips & more. See how you can join SONGDRINK and listen to this week’s radio show at Local Spins.
Concert announcements · Upcoming shows
Let the battle begin: Year 2 of The Stray ‘Battle of the Bands’ rolls out in March
Fifteen West Michigan acts representing a cross-section of styles will compete on March Saturdays with the finals on March 25. Tickets are on sale now; view the lineup.
Fans, friends, colleagues mourn West Michigan radio legend Aris Hampers
After a long battle with cancer, the well-known, groundbreaking radio DJ who helped push WLAV into national prominence in the 1970s passed away last weekend at age 73. Read memorial tributes from some of those who knew him best.
Artist Spotlights · Local Spins on WYCE · Podcasts
Bruce Madden expands raw blues vibe with lyric-driven ‘Trouble Times’
The Grand Rapids harp player and singer’s latest album basked in the spotlight for Local Spins on WYCE, which also debuted tracks by Billy Strings, Josh Rose, Jair, 84 Tigers, Nathan Walton and more. Read more about Bruce Madden and listen to this week’s full radio show podcast at Local Spins.
Tool ushers forth civilization-reconstructing psychedelic-prog assault for Grand Rapids fans
Led by one-time Grand Rapidian Maynard James Keenan, Tool’s Tuesday spectacle at Van Andel Arena proved to be a wildly creative mix of rock and multimedia magic. The review by John Serba with photos by Anthony Norkus.
Albums that Changed the World · Audio · Playlists
Albums that Changed My World: Guitarist Mike Dodge’s devotion to McLaughlin, Miles, Jimi
Well-known West Michigan guitarist Mike Dodge is the focus of this week’s “Three Albums that Changed My World” feature, revealing some true, modern music classics. Check out his picks, listen to the music.
Commentary · Local Spins Rewind
Thanksgiving Refrains of Gratitude: West Michigan musicians give thanks amid tumult
Thanksgiving 2021 arrives this coming week after another turbulent year. But there’s plenty to be thankful for, so Local Spins Rewind revisits messages of gratitude from West Michigan musicians.
Michigan Music Alliance’s B-Side Sessions: Advice, tools, tactics for the working musician
The third season of the nonprofit group’s panel discussions featuring industry experts continues Monday, with way more in the works to help bolster Michigan’s music scene and give working musicians free guidance in negotiating the thicket of the music industry.
Artist Spotlights · Local Spins on WYCE · Podcasts
Brother John & The Lonely Roads pave ‘musical gamble’ with rootsy, gospel-hued strains
Frontman Caleb John Lawson revealed the backdrop for ‘A Different Gospel’ for Local Spins on WYCE, which also debuted tracks by August, Sterpher, Crooked Spires, The Shook, Steve Rivers, Alfie DaGreat, Feeding Grizzlies and much more. The Local Spins Artist Spotlight feature, plus this week’s radio show podcast.
Breaking music news · Venue Spotlight
The future for concert entry: Mobile apps proving your vaccination status and ID
There’s an app for that: Bell’s Brewery Eccentric Café in Kalamazoo is one of the first West Michigan venues to adopt and mandate a smartphone “health pass.” But more venues say they’re likely to follow suit with similar mobile apps as COVID surges.
Drool-Worthy: Tobin Sprout at Listening Room redux, Kansas at Meijer Gardens amphitheater
The two veteran acts played vastly different Grand Rapids venues on Friday night with vastly different approaches. Get the recaps and photo galleries at Local Spins.
Nathan Purchase’s Music Portrait Project captures unique flair of region’s music scene
“Falling in love with the process”: Muskegon photographer Nathan Purchase helms the Music Portrait Project, a film-camera series showcasing regional music industry professionals. Learn more about this endeavor and browse a photo gallery at Local Spins.
Major Murphy marches to No. 1 on Local Spins Hot Top 5 Chart for April
The Grand Rapids indie-rock band’s sophomore album wasted little time making an impression on West Michigan audiences, topping several brand new releases making their Hot Top 5 chart debut last month. Read more about the record and listen to tracks from all of the featured releases at Local Spins.
Question of the Week: Who’s the most impressive opening act you’ve ever seen?
Local Spins’ Question of the Week (March 18, 2021) Who’s the most impressive or most surprising opening act you’ve ever seen? This week’s winner of Local Spins merch: Email subscriber[…]
Concert Listings · Features · Upcoming shows
GR’s Tip Top Deluxe resumes live music this week with The Moonrays, Myron Elkins
After being closed the past year – outside of a brief stint last summer – the much-beloved Grand Rapids venue is now packing its weekend schedule with West Michigan acts. The story, plus peruse concert listings for other area bars
Artist Spotlights · Features · Videos
From U.K. to Grand Haven, film/TV composer Sheridan Tongue makes mark on BBC, PBS
For this special Q&A, Local Spins spotlights the noted composer who splits his time between London and West Michigan while creating documentary and drama soundtracks for television and film. Learn more about Sheridan Tongue in this in-depth profile.
Features · Venue Spotlight · Videos
Comeback Road: Live music going virtual a ‘no-brainer’ for St. Cecilia, local performers
Better than “sitting in my bedroom with an iPhone.” Local Spins today presents two interview and performance videos probing the unique advantages of live-stream concerts broadcast from a bona fide stage as gauged by musicians Ralston Bowles and Michael Crittenden, and St. Cecilia’s Cathy Holbrook. “It’s an actual venue,” Crittenden said of playing St. Cecilia even without an in-person audience.
The healing power of music: West Michigan musicians give thanks amid pandemic pain
Thanksgiving 2020 arrives today after a turbulent, scary and musically silent year unlike any other. But the region’s music community remains upbeat and thankful. See why these artists are so thankful and read their comments at Local Spins.
Features · In-Depth Report · Videos
Symphony Reinvention: Orchestras, GR Ballet cope with COVID upheaval, revamp for survival
The marathon pandemic has completely upended West Michigan arts groups, musicians and dancers, and hit them hard financially. But videos and other innovations are keeping them alive and keeping them connected to fans. Learn more about how these prominent cultural organizations are weathering the storm and see how you can help.
Artist Spotlights · Photos · Videos
August weathers pandemic to create soulful, intricate new music, endearing live-streams
The Grand Rapids collective has stayed safely active during COVID-19 with socially distanced shows and virtual performances while promoting a new EP and workshopping new material for the next one. Delve into the creative world of August in this in-depth Artist Spotlight and watch the video of a performance of a song from the band’s latest EP.
Labor Day Dirge: Is 2020 ‘The Year the Music Died’ or just an uphill battle for musicians?
This year’s Labor Day column on the plight of musicians comes amid what may be the worse year ever for live music due to COVID-19. See how bands are struggling to survive and how they view the future in this commentary.
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Local Spins Rewind · Photos · Summer Festivals
Local Spins Rewind: The best of 2019’s Beaver Island Music Festival in words, photos
Usually, mid-July means Beaver Island teems with music from its festival in northern Lake Michigan. With the event canceled due to COVID, things were quieter this year, so Local Spins looks back at highlights from 2019 in words and photos.
Album Releases · Artist Spotlights · Videos
Spring Lake’s John Mulder becomes voice for hospice patients, workers with new album
Amid the current crisis, Mulder’s collaborative “The World Around the Bed” not only serves as an instrument of hope for hospice patients, but also those affected by COVID-19. Get the back story at Local Spins.
Breaking music news · Concert announcements · Summer Concerts
Meijer Gardens makes ‘crushing’ move to cancel summer concert series
As feared by many fans, the high-profile 2020 amphitheater shows won’t take place, but a ‘modified’ Tuesday Evening Music Club series featuring regional stars might be possible. The announcement follows similar decisions by Grand Rapids’ Upheaval Music Festival and Grand Haven’s Coast Guard Festival to cancel due to COVID-19 concerns. Details at Local Spins.
Artist Spotlights · Local Spins on WYCE · Podcasts · Videos
Michigan guitar hero Jake Kershaw moves beyond blues-rock with new tunes
Although he doesn’t want to “lose the blues,” the 19-year-old Kershaw showed off another side to his music for Local Spins on WYCE, which also debuted new tracks by several Michigan artists, including Desmond Jones, Chris DuPont, Dawning, Chris Canas, Vagabonds, Justin Wierenga and more. Learn more about Kershaw, watch a video of him performing a new song and listen to the full radio show podcast at Local Spins.
Concert reviews · Weekend Photo Gallery
The Crane Wives, Billy Strings, Five Strand Fusion energize sold-out crowds
This week’s concert recap focuses on three shows in particular that celebrated the talents — new as well as experienced — of West Michigan artists. But there are images of Raul Midon, Fatoumata Diawara, We Were Promised Jetpacks, Dave Bruzza and more, too.
Artist Spotlights · Upcoming shows · Videos
Fitz and the Tantrums running ‘full steam ahead’ with pop magic, stepped-up stage show
With the band’s U.S. tour set to stop at Grand Rapids’ 20 Monroe Live on Sunday, Local Spins chatted with co-lead singer Noelle Scaggs about touring, the new album and her influences. Check out the interview and some of the band’s latest videos.
Big List Concert Guide · Upcoming shows
The Big List (Jan. 20-26): Trampled by Turtles, Fruition, Perrin Ice Jam, Noisia, Anthony David
Boosie Badazz, Heaters, The Marsupials, Harper & Midwest Kind, GR Soul Club, Drinking Mercury, Chirp, Michigan’s 183rd Birthday Party and much more are also on tap across West Michigan this week. And check out the Under-the-Radar Picks, plus this week’s ticket giveaway for Fruition.
Local Spins Rewind · Photos · Videos
Top Stories of 2019 (No. 4): Rising Michigan country star Sadie Bass makes splash
Even country star Brantley Gilbert calls her a ‘badass’ singer. Local Spins’ spotlight on the mid-Michigan favorite with a bright future proved to be among the most-read stories of the year. Revisit the story, photo galleries and videos at Local Spins.
Brantley Gilbert hails Michigan’s Sadie Bass as ‘badass’ country singer on star-studded cruise
The emerging country artist got ‘chills to the bone’ during the ‘absolutely amazing’ cruise when her band performed along with other stars. Get the Local Spins recap on Sadie Bass’ recent cruise experience along with exclusive photos by Eric Stoike.
Mid-Michigan’s fast-rising Sadie Bass to play country cruise with superstar Brantley Gilbert
Fans voted Bass and her band onto next week’s star-studded cruise, with more national bookings and a new EP on the horizon. Get the back story on this engaging country singer, peruse photo galleries from recent West Michigan concerts and watch videos of her songs at Local Spins.
Iron & Wine, Calexico roll out masterful set in season’s final Meijer Gardens show
Despite a few imperfect moments and an early departure by some attendees, Wednesday’s collaborative performance served up fresh and captivating songs. Get the review and a photo gallery, exclusively at Local Spins.
Big List Concert Guide · Upcoming shows
The Big List (July 29-Aug. 4): Dawes & Margo Price, Nas, Billy Currington, Badfish, Yonder Mountain String Band, Kalamazoo Ribfest
Prettymuch, Corrosion of Conformity, The Beach Boys, Gaelic Storm, The Menzingers, the Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival and much more are also on the docket. Check all of this week’s featured concert selections, Under-the-Radar Picks and win tickets to see Badfish: A Tribute to Sublime at The Intersection’s Rock The Lot.
Concert reviews · Photos · Summer Festivals
Best of Beaver Island Music Festival: The Musicians’ picks from a weekend of Island fun
Local Spins asked several performers from last weekend’s Beaver Island Music Festival to choose three highlights that stood out. Read their picks and browse a photo gallery, only at Local Spins.
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