Like a Phoenix, ON AN ON rose from the ashes of a former band to greater acclaim. Andrea sits down with front man Nate Eiesland to talk about the tour and their Pygmalion performance.
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Now, Now ties up loose threads
Now, Now’s Cacie Dalager recently took a few minutes during a break in between tours to talk with us about the success of their 2012 release Threads, getting signed with Chris Walla’s label Trans Records, and how to handle getting heckled.
Luke Winslow-King returns to the Iron Post
Andrea speaks with Luke Winslow-King about being charmed by New Orleans and stretching his legs in Champaign prior to his performance at the Iron Post on Tuesday night.
Jenny Owen Youngs returns to the warm vibes of C-U
Singer-songwriter Jenny Owen Youngs has partied in our soybean fields and experienced the joy of the perfect thrift-shop find right here in Champaign, but this Friday at the Highdive will mark the first time she plays for us.
We Are The Willows: Transforming this musical landscape
We speak with front man of We Are The Willows, Peter Michael Miller, while he shops for groceries, about their show Saturday at Mike 'N Molly's.
Make it as rich as can be
Ben Schneider talks about the history of his project, Lord Huron, playing festival sets, and his new record, Lonesome Dreams.
This one’s for Woody
SP Show Series paid tribute to the great Woody Guthrie over the weekend. Check out our recap of the show that packed the beer garden.
SP Show Series: Woody Guthrie Centennial Celebration
To honor what would have been Woody Guthrie's 100th birthday, the next Smile Politely Show Series features a slew of musicians celebrating one of the greatest songwriters to ever pick up a fascist killin' guitar.
The Dodos: Enjoying the road
Andrea Johnston speaks with percussionist Logan Kroeber of The Dodos about their tour and their upcoming show late Friday.