Singer and saxophonist Crofton Coleman, formerly of Church Booty, has announced that he will be putting out a solo EP this August. Entitled Love Affair 1984, Coleman says that this release is inspired by Marvin …
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Tear it up with a Spooktacular Christmas in July
Check out the Christmas in July Spooktacular Mini Fest, taking place Sunday, July 24th at 5 p.m. This show is one of the first to be held at Ghost Planet, the new incarnation of none …
The Overture: July 18-24
Summer is rolling along, and this week has something for everyone when it comes to local music.
Young Blu releases new video
Champaign hip-hop artist Young Blu has just released a new video. Entitled “Cuttin’ Up//Playa Made,” it’s the first single from his EP The Gin Tape, which is the latest in a solid series of releases …
The Overture: July 11-17
Undecided on what shows to see this weekend? Let us make that decision way harder for you with this hefty list of local music.
C-U band Finer Feelings to release new album
Champaign’s folk rock band Finer Feelings is gearing up for the release of their new album in a couple weeks. Called Dog Band, this will be the sixth release by the group. Finer Feelings will be …
The Overture: July 5-10
Some more fun in the sun this week for shows in C-U.
Rapper Frank Leone releases new single
Hip-hop artist and producer Frank Leone, originally from Monticello and now based in Urbana, has just released a new single. The song, entitled “Loser,” features creative instrumentation and vocalizing that make the song unfold like a …
The Overture: June 27-July 4
This week in C-U sees some patriotism and some togetherness in its shows as we ring in Independence Day.
Audiofeed Festival announces schedule
Audiofeed has announced the schedule for their three-day festival. Held on the Champaign County Fairgrounds, the fest includes dozens of bands and a wide range of other events, including art workshops, book readings, social discussions, …