Music

The second weekend of music for Pygmalion will be huge. That and so much more makes for a fantastic week of shows in C-U.

Here's a recap of all that happened this weekend in Pygmalion MUSIC.

Nathaniel muses on the fall feelings evoked by folk singer-songwriter Joan Shelley ahead of her Pygmalion set at The Accord tonight.

Austin speaks with Foxing's Josh Coll about being an attendee of The Pygmalion Festival back in 2007, ahead of his performance as a featured artist at this year's festival on September 23rd.

Julia addresses age and angst in the music of Car Seat Headrest in preparation for their Pygmalion set at Krannert on September 22nd.

To open up Pygmalion Music this year, Julia reflects on the legacy of C-U music, by way of chatting with Rick Valentin and Rose Marshack of the band Poster Children.

It's the first week of Pygmalion in C-U, and there's other show fun to be had as well.

Dave Watts, drummer of The Motet, answers questions about line-up changes, the changing festival scene, and being a stranger in the Midwest ahead of the group's show at The Canopy Club on Saturday.

September comes rolling in with this full and diverse list of music in C-U this week.

Matthäus, comprised of former U of I music students, debut new track “Lower Goshen Park”, and Austin spoke with frontman Ben Montalbano about the band's origin, where they draw inspiration, and what we can expect at Friday's show. 

The end of August brings the beginning of the fall season for some venues, like Canopy Club, in this week's list.

In a sea of heavy-hitters in the rock scene in Champaign-Urbana, 2015 CU Artist of the Year Andy Mo provides a smooth and bluesy EP that eases into the listener’s ear and provides a much needed dosage of soul.

As the days of August dwindle, all sorts of shows make up this week's list, including rock bands, tributes, and the Urbana Sweetcorn Festival. 

Joined by Tara Terra, Grandkids, and The Inn Keepers, Euriah celebrated the release of their new album Passenger at The Accord on Saturday.

If the title of the album gives the listener any indication of what is to come when they press play, they become the Passenger on an impassioned ride with local rock group Euriah.

Former Church Booty singer Crofton Coleman steps out on his own with an 80's soft R&B inspired solo album, Love Affair 1984.

Soak up the most of your summer and come out for the shows this week in C-U.

Filmmaker and musician John Isberg sits down with Julia to discuss his project, Where It Begins: CU Music Documentary 1977-2000. 

The band Teenage Ghosts released one short EP in 2011. Now, the shoegaze/drone trio has returned with REVELATIONS, on Heirship Records.

While legend has it that six-strings can be purchased at five-and-dimes and second-hand stores, the folks at The Upper Bout have a lot more to offer. Take a look inside of one of CU's finest brick and mortar stores.

C-U shows this week include basement gigs, hip-hop jams, and even a little bit of history.

Julia chats with C-U's Matt Maly, who has made a career out of touring with different musicians. Matt breaks down how he did it. 

The first week of August brings some new venue shows and great benefit gigs when it comes to music in C-U.

Julia discusses folk music and community involvement with The Appleseed Collective's Andrew Brown ahead of their show at Cowboy Monkey this Thursday.

C-U shows this week include all sorts of different rock music set to suit your fancy, and other acts as well.

Finer Feelings hosted an album release show at Cowboy Monkey with an all-star alt-country bill, comprised of Rebecca Rego and the Trainmen, Penny Horses, Nick Rainey, and of course, Finer Feelings. 

Casey dives into the latest record of local folk rock group Finer Feelings, entitled Dog Band. 

Here's our take on the ups and downs of Chicago's Pitchfork Music Festival 2016.

Summer is rolling along, and this week has something for everyone when it comes to local music.

Joined by Abbi Rajasekhar and We the Animals, ZXO headlined The Accord Saturday night.

Here is our lineup of the best and most interesting acts of 2016's Pitchfork Music Festival, taking place in Chicago this weekend. We've also paired them with C-U counterparts for reference. Compare, contrast, and enjoy. 

Label manager Bryce Conrad talks about his new DIY record label in C-U which strives to create a community for artists to share their work. 

Undecided on what shows to see this weekend? Let us make that decision way harder for you with this hefty list of local music.

This past Friday brought Las Cafeteras all the way from Los Angeles to central Illinois, and their music had the the concert lawn packed and the crowd up on their feet!

Featuring Rebecca REGO & the Trainmen with Daniel Amedee & Gold Light, and Jake Stanton, check out some photos from the Library House.

Wine, mellow melodies, family fun. Michelle explores this Uncorked session with Vinny Santarelli at the Krannert Center.

Tom was on site all weekend taking pictures at the 2016 Audiofeed Music Festival.

Last Friday saw Champaign-Urbana's own Tara Terra paired up with California's Laurie Morvan Band to kick-start the long holiday weekend at Allerton Park.

Some more fun in the sun this week for shows in C-U.

In what was just one of many events in the C-U area over the weekend, perhaps CobraFest will go down as the mightiest. 

Last Thursday night saw the first of two symphonies on the University of Illinois Quad, and plenty of people came to partake of the sounds.

This week in C-U sees some patriotism and some togetherness in its shows as we ring in Independence Day.

Tokyo Police Club and We Were Promised Jetpacks performed in Champaign on Thursday night. The Accord gives both bands a warm welcome.

As BEST week rolls on, we talk about what has been the best from the music scene over the course of the year. Come on in and fight with us about it.

Champaign Park District's first StreetFest of the summer took place this past weekend.

Some album release parties and local benefits highlight this week's lineup of shows in C-U.

Cheap Trick and Styx were on hand last Friday for the opening of Grange Grove.  Check it out.

This past weekend saw ice cream, strawberries, and bluegrass bands come to the west side of Meadowbrook Park, offering a variety of treats for those seeking a family-friendly night of relaxation.