If you spent your time between Krannert and the Iron Post you'll have a pretty sweet weekend.
Posts by Derian Silva:
Bully in review: A sold out show
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Bully performed their first show of 2018 last night at Cowboy Monkey, Derian went and caught the action.
Being your own biggest Bully is the worst
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Derian speaks with Alicia Bognanno of Bully before their sold out show at Cowboy Monkey on Thursday.
The Overture: January 16-21
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A very exciting weekend filled with music that will get you moving.
Nectar signs to Infinity Cat Recordings
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Nectar has signed to Infinity Cat Records, a record label based out of Nashville. It appears that Infinity Cat signs about one band a year, so this is cool news. Check out the post via Facebook:
The Overture: January 8-14
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As we finally start getting some warmer weather, we warm up to the year with a couple of shows.
Remembering that time Kowabunga! Kid saved Christmas
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As we settle up for New Year’s Weekend (I’m totally making that a thing) let’s not forget that Kowabunga! Kid saved Christmas this year. Here is an epic retelling of how they managed such a …
SPRK releases debut EP Nadir featuring local rap artists
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Local artist SPRK has released his debut EP Nadir and features three Champaign rap artists (Blackmage, Young Club and Rota). The EP is somewhere between Bon Iver and Francis and the Lights. Check it out on …
Perimeter Road Sound Recordings is searching for an artist or band to sign in 2018
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Perimeter Road Sound Recordings is a student staffed record label at Parkland College. They are currently looking for artists to sign for 2018, which would involve recording an EP or album. Check out the flyer below.
Our Landmark releasing their debut album What the Silence Says on Friday
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Our Landmark is going to be releasing their debut album What the Silence Says on Friday, December 8. From what we’ve heard so far it’s definitely one to check out. Check out “After Them” released exclusively to Smile …