It’s finally summer break, which means Illinois Summer Youth Music is quickly approaching. One of the returning programs this year is the ISYM Hip-Hop Camp. The camp will be held in-person on campus from June …
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Hogchute Opry is happening on June 11th
This year’s Hogchute Opry is happening on June 11th at 3 p.m., with a load of musical acts from around the area gracing the stage. Scheduled performers include Big Daddy Pride and The East Side …
Chase Baby just dropped a new EP
Chase Baby has dropped a new EP. Money For Summer Camp is four tracks with vocals from Chase Baby, produced by Bonito Beats, Rokmore, NXIRE, and BMTJ. This EP is so crisp and clean, and hits hard. …
The Overture: May 23-29
Quite the variety of shows this week, with everything from klezmer and jazz to melodic hardcore and country.
Review: No Shadow by Nectar
Nectar's newest album is a look into anxiety, longing, and the mundane with ten tracks of great punk music.
Salaryman have reformed for first shows in 15 years
The instrumental electronic group Salaryman have reformed to play some shows in the upcoming months. They played a show in Chicago back in April, and now are hitting Tolono and Urbana in June and July, …
Chris Mondak’s new album is seven tracks of high energy jazz
Bassist Chris Mondak — formerly of West of Staley — has recently released his solo album Glass Spheres. The album features seven of Mondak’s original compositions. While the album offers an array of styles and feelings, it still manages …
The Overture: May 16-22
Another week of live shows, here's what you can expect to hear around the area.
See how Kittens Incorporated formed in music video for “The CoConspirator”
Acoustic and jazzy breeze-pop group Kittens Incorporated have released a new music video for their song “The CoConspirator.” The video features a mysterious figure delivering packages to the members of the band throughout various locations …
Midwest Punk Fest announces full lineup, tickets on sale now
Bloomington’s Midwest Punk Fest has announced its full festival lineup, with bands such as the Park, Tiger Sex, The Raging Nathans, The Von Tramps, and the legendary Red Hot Valentines — alongside numerous other bands. The festival is …