This Halloween weekend, Rose Bowl Tavern will host the Merry Travelers as they unveil their debut album Golden Daze on October 28th. The night kicks off at 7 p.m., inviting everyone for a musical treat …
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Herm Everlasting weaves positivity into Champaign-Urbana’s hip-hop tapestry
Derrion Herman, known as Herm Everlasting, is more than just a name on the local Champaign-Urbana hip-hop scene; he’s a compelling narrative in the making, a young artist navigating the maze that is the modern …
Derrick Philips
Music Editor
Local hip-hop to get its first full show at Gallery Art Bar
Discover the vibrant blend of hip-hop and digital artistry at Gallery Art Bar this Saturday, October 28th, with Cheap Data presenting a night of live music and visuals. The bill features local hip-hop artists Trouble …
Derrick Philips
Music Editor
The Overture: October 23-29
The Overture is a rundown of live music and performances happening in and around Champaign-Urbana each week. All of the information is as accurate as we can publish; however, all shows and performances are subject …
Derrick Philips
Music Editor
The Overture: October 16-22
The Overture is a rundown of live music and performances happening in and around Champaign-Urbana each week. All of the information is as accurate as we can publish; however, all shows and performances are subject …
Derrick Philips
Music Editor
Mary Chapin Carpenter show at KCPA postponed
The performance featuring Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin, originally scheduled for Saturday, October 14th, at the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts in Urbana, has been postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. A new date …
Derrick Philips
Music Editor
Hooten Hallers to liven up CU Folk & Roots with inimitable style
If you’ve ever found yourself at a Hooten Hallers show, you know you’re in for a wild ride. The band, known for their eclectic blend of blues, rock, and roots music, has been captivating audiences …
Derrick Philips
Music Editor
Adeem the Artist: When country music won’t love you back
When I connected with Adeem the Artist to discuss their striking new album, White Trash Revelry, and their upcoming appearance this weekend at the Champaign-Urbana Folk & Roots Festival, our conversation touched upon the traditional …
Derrick Philips
Music Editor
Local musical talent to battle it out at Canopy Club
The Canopy Club in Urbana, IL, is set to come alive with the sounds of local talent this Sunday, October 15th at Under the Canopy: Battle of the Bands. The venue will be hosting a …
Derrick Philips
Music Editor
Christy Hays to play with reunited Cole Bridges and The Overpass
Our local music scene is in for a treat as two prominent artists, Cole Bridges and Christy Hays, are scheduled to perform at the Loose Cobra in Tolono this Sunday. Christy Hays is an established …
Derrick Philips
Music Editor