The University of Illinois’ student concert committee Star Course has announced their newest concert — bbno$. He will be performing on Saturday, February 5th at 7 p.m. at Foellinger Auditorium. Pronounced “baby no money,” the …
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Kangaroo Court shows no signs of slowing down
Despite Kangaroo Court being only a few months old, the band has shown that they are a force to be reckoned with. Sean talks to frontman Jake Luce about the future of the band.
Martinelli’s Market to open soon in downtown Champaign
In case you haven’t heard, Central Illinois Bakehouse will be opening up a new retail location in downtown Champaign later in the spring. According to their website, Martinelli’s Market —which recently opened a location in …
The Overture: January 18-23
Something for everyone this week with a variety of genres including, punk, Afro-Caribbean, and Americana.
Oh by the way, Bristle has a new EP out
Bristle — the Champaign-based grunge/punk trio — released a 7-song EP last December that somehow flew under my radar. My bad on that one, Bristle. The EP is quick, energetic, and bursting with some great guitar …
The Overture: January 10-16
A full week of live music awaits, with some great punk, jazz, folk, and more.
The Overture: January 3-9
New Year, new shows. Here's what's happening in live music this week.
Nectar drops “Routine” music video, featuring C-U businesses
Indie punk band Nectar have dropped the music video for their latest single “Routine.” The video sees singer Kamila Glowacki playing guitar and singing in various small businesses throughout C-U, skating, and hanging out with …
BEST Music 2021
Our BEST week comes to a close with best Music, looking back on some of our favorite musical endeavors of the year.
The Smashing Pumpkins are headlining Summer Camp 2022
Just announced today, rock band The Smashing Pumpkins will be headlining the 2022 Summer Camp Music Festival. The band is hugely influencial in the alternative music scene, their 1995 album Mellon Collie and the Infinite …