Gary Clark Jr. makes triumphant return to 20 Monroe Live with guitar wizardry
Gary Clark Jr.’s musical conversation proved to be a powerful, dynamic dialogue of groaning blues, searing rock ’n’ roll and riveting soul Monday night at 20 Monroe Live.
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The War and Treaty jumps to No. 1 on Local Spins Hot Top 5 chart
The Albion duo of Michael and Tanya Trotter — The War and Treaty — has impressed critics with its new album, which led the way on a chart that also featured four more new entries, including Peace to Mateo and Joshua Davis. Listen to tracks from all five releases.
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Videos · Weekend Photo Gallery
Week-in-Review Photo Galleries: T.I. at Party in the Park, Lyle Lovett, Foxing, Kississippi
The week started with another sold-out Lyle Lovett concert at Meijer Gardens, with plenty of fan-pleasing shows to follow in the warm-up to Labor Day. Browse the photos, videos at Local Spins.
Khalid, Flatbush Zombies at Breakaway Music Festival 2018: Photo Gallery
The second-year festival at Grand Rapids’ Belknap Park wrapped up late Saturday night with a rousing set by Khalid, following a day of electronic music and hip hop. Relive it in Local Spins photos.
Trombone Shorty and friends uncork titanic torrent of brass, dancing, musicianship, fun
The lengthy New Orleans jazz and funk showcase at Meijer Gardens on Wednesday boasted an impressive roster of Big Easy faves: Trombone Shorty, Galactic, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, New Breed Brass Band and special guests. Check out the review of what was described as the most fun night ever at Meijer Gardens, plus a robust photo gallery.
Guest Column · Summer Festivals · Upcoming shows
Breakaway 2018: Shaping up as epic Year 2 with Odesza, Khalid and a site ‘as good as it gets’
In this ‘Looking for the Perfect Beat’ column, DJ/electronic music devotee Todd Ernst lists his Top 5 reasons for attending this weekend’s music fest in Grand Rapids’ Belknap Park — from the performers to the quality of the production. See the full schedule and a playlist, too.
Local Spins Rewind Tribute: The late Aretha Franklin’s final Grand Rapids concert
At 75, the Detroit legend proved in spring 2017 that she was still “The Queen of Soul” with renditions of “Respect,” “Chain of Fools” and “Baby I Love You.” In tribute to this Michican icon, here’s the review from her last Grand Rapids appearance.
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