The season’s beginning to turn, and that means the produce selection is evolving at the Farmer’s Market, too. Plus: the U of I soccer team pays a visit.
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Get to know your DJs
DJ Skream and some prime local talent take the Highdive tonight in a bit of a departure for the Pygmalion Music Festival.
Ellnora in pictures
The Ellnora Guitar Festival was a feast not only for the ears, but for the eyes as well. Here are some photos from Smile Politely contributors: Walking across the seats with the National (photo by …
The Troublemaker by Tyson and the Friction
With our Pygmalion set right around the corner this Saturday night at Mike ‘n Molly’s (8pm) I thought I’d post our most “Listener Friendly” song… It’s sort of The Evil Knack meets Dirty Devo and …
Peninsula: Live at The Iron Post
Take some time to listen to the work of Jim Gorton, also known as Peninsula. He is making some of the most original, entertaining, and honest music around these parts. www.myspace.com/prettypeninsula
Market Watch: Is that a pumpkin in your truck?
Are those pumpkins in that truck? They are… good lord. It’s almost autumn!
The Weekender: September 11 – 13
Pay your respects to the fallen at the roller rink, and enjoy Ellnora in its free and paid formats — a great fall weekend. The Weekender returns…
Krukid on the way up…
If there was ever a question that our finest ambassador of hip hop was going to stay under the radar, that question is being answered. Cheggit here. Even if he did freak out and kick …
The Overture: Sept. 7 – 13
The National, Ani DiFranco, the Deal sisters, and Matt & Kim, all in the same week? It’s a big week, and we’ll have all the details for you, starting with The Overture.
Market Watch: The beginning of the Home Stretch
We’ve reached September, which means that it’s time to start considering — GASP! — the end of Market Season. But, don’t fret, there is plenty of food left to go around…