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The singer and ‘Yellowstone’ actor brings his Americana and outlaw country band to GLC Live at 20 Monroe on Friday. Writer Dave Gil de Rubio interviews the Texas-based star.
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The band led by Luther Dickinson wraps up the October leg of its national tour at The Acorn in Three Oaks on Thursday. Writer Dave Gil de Rubio interviews Dickinson about the band and its latest album.
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Local Spins spotlights the West Michigan band and its new studio album — being released at The Pyramid Scheme on Oct. 16 — plus debuts tracks by The American Hotel System, Pack$toney, Trisha Marie, Stef Chura, Elisabeth Pixley-Fink and many more.
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The concert week brought national tour stops and local heroes to area stages, including El Ten Eleven, Sophia McIntosh, Basic and Witch. Plus, the Handmade Music Festival returned to Chesaning. The photos at Local Spins.
The Otsego singer-songwriter who spent time in Nashville before returning to Michigan has formed an all-star band with a new album on the way. Writer Michael J. Breazeale digs in to his long and arduous journey.
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This week’s radio show podcast delivers fresh tracks by Protomartyr, Tee Grizzley, The Blue Pines, Space Bar, Morgan Haner, Louie Lee, Michelle Held, The Reverend Jesse Ray and more from across the state.
The award-winning British rocker delivered a career-spanning set at Frauenthal Theatre to wrap up his U.S. theater tour on Friday. And the same night, Shakey Graves closed out Meijer Gardens’ summer series in Grand Rapids. The recaps and photos at Local Spins.
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Local Spins spotlights the GR rock/Americana band releasing its debut full-length recording, and airs tracks by a half-dozen other Michigan artists, including Kennedy Perez, On the Lash, Normal Mode and Johnny Renick. Learn more about J.H. Patton and his band, and listen to this week’s radio show podcast.
Photos · Summer Festivals · Videos
The granddaddy of Michigan roots/folk festivals — Wheatland — reveled in gorgeous weather and riveting performances on Friday and Saturday outside Remus. The recap in words and images at Local Spins.
Local Spins on WYCE · Podcasts · Summer Festivals · Upcoming shows
This week’s Local Spins Michigan Music Showcase radio show podcast debuts fresh tracks by a dozen Mitten State artists, from Tayva to Kylee Phillips to Theo Katzman. Plus, revisit a poignant remembrance of 9/11 and browse performance schedules for Eastown Streetfair, Wheatland Music Festival and the Grand Rapids African-American Art & Music Festival. Listen to the show, learn more about the featured artists.
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The autumn concert series at SpeakEZ Lounge kicks off at the end of the month and features up-and-coming acts, established stars and acclaimed tribute acts. View the schedule, get the details.
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The northern Michigan singer-songwriter is nominated for three Josie Music Awards being presented Sept. 20 in Nashville, including ‘Vocalist of the Year.’ Local Spins spotlights the ‘country-Americana’ artist.
The venerated Americana/folk/pop musician, activist and humanitarian captivated fans at Acrisure Amphitheater on Sunday with a career-spanning stop on ‘The Human Tour.’ The Local Spins review and photos, with a set list from the show.
Summer Concerts · Summer Festivals · Weekend Photo Gallery
Local Spins recaps festivals in Grand Rapids, Homer and Lansing, along with tour stops by Thomas Rhett, Theory of a Deadman, G. Love & Special Sauce in this weekend’s live music roundup.
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With the rock-and-soul ensemble set to play Acrisure Amphitheater next week, writer Dave Gil de Rubio interviews Susan Tedeschi about the band’s new album and current U.S. tour.
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Local Spins caught a performance by the folk/Americana/rock artist in New York City, a few days ahead of his sold-out Meijer Gardens concert. Michigan fans can expect a bold musical statement from this rising star.
Grammy-winning alt-country mainstay Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit captivated a loyal audience Thursday evening with a two-hour set that spanned a 30-year career. The review and photo gallery at Local Spins.
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Local Spins spotlights the SE Michigan band with new music that plays several Michigan festivals in coming weeks. Plus, the radio show debuts tracks from other regional stars, including Jack White, May Erlewine, Bill Kirchen, Jill Jack and more. Also, check out The Gasoline Gypsies’ latest music video and the Tamarack Music Festival schedule.
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The Michigan native and former Metallica bassist brings his Chophouse Band project to The Pyramid Scheme in Grand Rapids on Monday. The Local Spins interview with Newsted.
Local Spins on WYCE · Photos · Podcasts · Videos
This week’s Local Spins Michigan Music Showcase radio show podcast not only debuts new Mitten State tracks, but focuses on regional acts performing at upcoming music festivals, including a live track recorded earlier this week at an outdoor blues show in Rockford.
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Local Spins has the scoop on weekend music festival action with coverage of the opening day of Smiling Acres Music Festival in Trufant and a guest appearance by Billy Strings at the Charlotte Bluegrass Festival, with a photo gallery from Darius Rucker’s Acrisure Amphitheater debut. More concert recaps to come on Sunday.
Local Spins on WYCE · Podcasts · Summer Concerts
Today’s Local Spins Michigan Music Showcase radio podcast explores fresh tracks by local and regional artists playing outdoor shows across the state this summer. Check out music by Rachel Brooke, Jabo Bihlman, Kyle Brown, Luke Winslow-King, Rebekah Jon, Just Magnetic, Ben Daniels Band and more.
The Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter enchanted a sold-out crowd at Meijer Gardens on Monday. The review and photo gallery at Local Spins.
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Local Spins spotlights the award-winning singer-songwriter who plays next week’s Nor-East’r festival. We debuts tracks from other Michigan acts, including Lee Emi, Michigander, J. King Crayne and New Troy. Check out this week’s robust radio show podcast and view the schedule for the June 12-14 Nor-East’r Music & Art Festival.
Festivals · Weekend Photo Gallery
As we plunge deeper into Memorial Day weekend, Local Spins recaps festivals and concerts that gave music lovers a taste of the (warmer) summer ahead. Browse the photos from Movement, Bus Benefit and Hollypalooza, and concerts featuring Anberlin, The Incantations, Daniel Staggs, Silver Creek Revival and more.
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This week’s Local Spins Michigan Music Showcase features tracks by more than a dozen Mitten State artists, providing a soundtrack for holiday travelers. Hear new music from Jill Jack, The Reverend Jesse Ray, Chirp, Christine Mattson, Silverstiles and more.
Local Spins’ updated roster of Michigan acts playing more than 100 communities across the state includes schedules for Hudsonville, Elk Rapids, Middleville, Fennville and more. Check out updated listings and get a link to the full guide of summer shows.
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Local Spins’ photo team rounds up another robust week of live music across West Michigan that included Chirp, Octave Cat, The Pyramid Scheme’s 15th anniversary party, Carmen Bradford Quartet and more.
As the weather warms, music fans start planning for a summer of outdoor music at 100-plus communities across the state, most starring Michigan acts. Here are some schedules to check out with a link to the full lineups at dozens of locations.
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The Morning Yells, with Phil and Laura Stancil, make their Grand Rapids debut April 24. The back story on this indie-rock band with roots in Potato Moon, plus this week’s radio showcase with new music by other Michigan artists, including Jack White, Dante Cope, Greg Nagy, Mei Semones and The Bootstrap Boys.
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West Michigan’s music week also boasted shows by Santino Jones, Darcy Wilkin, Disco Behemoth, Jim Lauderdale and more. Browse all the photos at Local Spins.
Concert announcements · Summer Concerts
The 34-concert 2026 season will also feature Buddy Guy, Trey Anastasio, Sierra Ferrell, Little Feat, Indigo Girls, Men at Work, Lucy Dacus and Shakey Graves. View the full schedule and ticket info.
Following an appearance Friday on WOOD TV8’s ‘EightWest,’ the West Michigan heartland rocker and Americana singer brings his band to Grand Rapids’ SpeakEZ on April 10. Plus, view Local Spins’ Top 10 Concerts for April.
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Local Spins spotlights the singer-songwriter with a new recording, plus debuts tracks by Dan Rickabus, Headband Henny, Ten Peso Version, Kyle Brown, Toby Bresnahan, Jordan Rodriguez and more. Check out the feature story and radio show podcast.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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The award-winning Wild Honey Collective continues to makes a splash, especially with its live shows, captured recently on a new double album. Get their back story along with the debut of new tracks by a host of Michigan artists, including May Erlewine, The Legal Matters, Koipondcondo and more.
Concert announcements · Upcoming shows
With 20 regional bands from across the state on the performance bill for the Feb. 20 awards show at The Intersection in Grand Rapids, the annual Jammie Awards roll out as “a snapshot of Michigan music.” View the lineup, get all the deets at Local Spins.
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Local Spins this week spotlights the West Michigan heartland rockers in American Rust along with debuting new tracks by Feeding Grizzlies, The Temperances, Supo, Zudocks, Luke Winslow-King and more. Check out the story and radio podcast. American Rust plays SpeakEZ Lounge on Jan. 30.
Albums that Changed the World · Audio · Upcoming shows
With Jennifer Westwood & The Handsome Devils making their SpeakEZ Lounge debut in Grand Rapids on Friday (March 6), Local Spins asked the talented singer to reveal her biggest musical influences. Listen to her picks, along with two songs from Westwood’s latest album.
Concert reviews · Festivals · Videos · Weekend Photo Gallery
Saturday’s Winter Wheat festival in Grand Rapids highlighted a weekend of tantalizing live music across the region, from Ghost Bunnies to Hannah Laine to Full Cord Trio. Get the recaps and browse the photos 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.
Concert announcements · Upcoming shows · Venue Spotlight · Videos
View the “Destination: Live Music” video spotlight on Grand Rapids’ SpeakEZ Lounge and check out the upcoming winter/spring schedule of concerts at the downtown restaurant and venue.
Artist Spotlights · Audio · Upcoming shows · Videos
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.
Audio · Best Music of the Year · Videos
From Perfume Genius to NF to Rosalia, the roster of impressive albums cited by Local Spins writers covered a lot of territory in 2025. View their picks — along with some selections submitted by readers — and listen to this week’s Michigan Music Showcase featuring some of the best tracks by Michigan artists.
Concert reviews · Weekend Photo Gallery
The week started and ended with a bang … at different ends of the musical spectrum. Maddy O’Neal, The Claudettes, Cold Leather Seats, Ghost-Note and Miki Yamaka are also part of the Local Spins live music-in-review roundup. Browse all of the photo galleries.
