Last Saturday, The Dirty Feathers surprised a lot of locals by releasing their debut album. We talk to them about the album, local music, Pygmalion and strange meat.
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SP Radio Podcast: C-U Art and the ACE Awards
This week we talk with Kelly White about the upcoming ACE Awards and how her organization works to promote art in C-U.
Today on SP Radio: C-U art, artists and the ACE Awards
Today on Smile Politely Radio, Kelly White, Interim Director at 40 North | 88 West joins us in the studio to talk art in Champaign, and the upcoming ACE Awards that recognize individuals, artists, businesses, …
Closer to Closure? Reviewing Braid’s Reunion EP
So far the reviews of Braid’s release have been mixed (to say the least). But Jason says the new EP provides the perfect mix of nostalgia and maturity.
SP Podcast: Baseball? Baseball. Let me show you how
We speak with Tony Johnston, who heads Mayor Gerard’s exploratory commitee on bringing baseball to Champaign. Token Field of Dreams reference.
Today on SP Radio: talkin’ baseball
Tonight on Smile Politely Radio: can you take Champaign out to the ballgame? Tony Johnston joins us on the show to discuss Mayor Gerard’s hopes for bringing a baseball team to the Champaign area. We’ll …
SP Radio Podcast: Urban Art in the Prairie
In just over a year, the Public Art League has built an impressive public art project in Champaign. Now they’re expanding to Urbana. Here’s their story.
Today on SPRadio – Prairie Art in Bloom
On today’s episode of Smile Politely Radio, we’ll be joined by Eric Robeson from the Public Art League (www.publicartleague.org), talking about the organization’s drive to bring new sculptures and art from across the nation to …
SP Radio Podcast: Urbana’s Blues, Brews and BBQ Fest
In just about ten days, downtown Urbana will be awash in blues musicians and beer. We preview the fest with organizer Jeff Grant.
Get your vinyl on
This upcoming Saturday, Parasol Records, Exile on Main St. and record stores around the world invite you to celebrate the joy of actively listening to your music.