Music

Donald experiences the hand-crafted beauty of Bruce Pea's Desmond speakers and the process behind these creations.

A full week of shows in C-U this week, including an album release show from the Fights at the Iron Post.

Katie talks to Emily Otnes about Alison Krauss and lyrical amnesia, as she and her band Mae & the Dark Days prepare to perform tonight at the Canopy Club.

We take a look at Merchant Street Music Festival happening just to the north of C-U this weekend, and discuss why it is a viable option.

You may not have noticed, but Ben Juday and Analog Outfitters have been in our backyard quietly turning old organs into some of the best guitar amplifiers around.

Katie talks to Pam Crews of Amasong about this week's choral festival at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.

Taylor caught Saturday's installment of Chalice Dubs Masquerade at the Canopy Club and recounts her experience.

A good variety of shows happening this week around C-U for you to take a look at.

We made our way up to Chicago this past weekend for Pitchfork Music Festival, and here's our recap of how things went down.

Jeff speaks with Terrance Simien prior to his performance at tonight's OUTSIDE at the Research Park show.

We're heading up to Pitchfork Music Festival once again this year, and we have our newest edition of the festival C-U style.

Plenty of live music this week, highlighted by few shows at Mike 'N Molly's, and the next installment of Krannert's OUTSIDE at the Research Park series.

Chris reviews the sights of Champaign Park District's fantastic music festival, Mariposa.

Look no further than Mariposa Music Festival this weekend, which is happening in Downtown Champaign for free. Check out a run down of what to expect.

Katie talks to Keith Brower Brown of Trails and Ways about his close relationship with the other members of his band. 

Katie talks to Sara Sasaki about fiddlin', learnin', and leavin'. 

Jessica Lea Mayfield lets her grunge rock roots shine on her latest album, Make My Head Sing. Ahead of her performance at the Mariposa Music Festival, we spoke with her about how playing these songs has made her happier than ever.

Plenty of shows around C-U this week, including Mariposa Music Festival, Punk Rock BBQ Day, and more.

Katie talks to Myles Coyne of Animals in Human Attire about song writing and his band's upcoming show at Mike 'N Molly's.  

Katie talks to David Henson of Shadows on a River about creating music in all environments and makes an interesting discovery about his name. 

We check out a few local releases from the past month and give our take in this edition of B-Sides.

Just a handful of shows lined up this week, but a couple of local bands are closing the books with final shows, plus more for the 4th of July weekend.

Marty speaks with Kyle Prillaman of That's No Moon about the band's much awaited album release — happening tomorrow night at Mike 'N Molly's.

Katie talks to Zach Hudson about his band, Cloud Gavin, and clears up an embarrassing misunderstanding. 

Check out a bunch of shows lined up this week in C-U, highlighted by an album release show at Mike 'N Molly's.

Katie talks to Kirby Jayes of Opus Dog about traveling the country and what it's like to write music during band practice. 

Davina and The Vagabonds at Krannert Center's OUTSIDE at the Research Park was a truly enjoyable experience. The music was out of the ordinary, classic, and energetic.

A lot of great options this week, especially for fans of alt-country and folk.

Dozens of bands and authors have been added to this year's installment of the Pygmalion Festival, which boasted some heavy-hitting acts to begin. Check out the whole rundown within.

Adam chats with new Polyvinyl signee Pillar Point before his show at Mike 'N Molly's tonight.

Learn about Gnargoyle, Kuloolu Records, and the philosophy of Jake Mott, a man of many bands.

Plenty of shows to choose from this week in C-U as June rolls on.

Adam interviews Curb Service in anticipation of their show on Saturday night at Cowboy Monkey. (Alternately, “Why Curb Service's Larry Gates is Quite Possibly the Coolest Man in The Midwest.”)

Plenty of BEST Music categories to spread around over the past year — with some surprises mixed in. Here's our take on the BEST of C-U Music.

June is here, and summer is upon us as live music in C-U rolls on.

Blank Range (made up of ex-members of The Leadership) discuss touring with Alice in Chains, winning a show at Bonnaroo, and a forthcoming debut before their performance with Blitzen Trapper on Saturday.

Katie talks about the Pygmalion Lit Fest event at Mike 'N Molly's, which will feature Nat Baldwin, among others.

We take a look at a few local releases again for this month's installment of B-Sides.

This short week isn't too heavy on shows, but Saturday offers a great time for anyone and everyone.

With Canopy Club shut down for Summer Camp, other venues are left to pick up the slack this week. They handle the job ably with a few great shows.

Katie talks to Patrick and Chris from Finer Feelings, just in time for their album release on Saturday.

Sarah gives a pretty thorough rundown of Kastle and his material before his show at the Canopy Club on Saturday night.

Boswell gives his take on the newest C-U hip-hop release by Sky on Heirship Records before the release show tonight at Mike 'N Molly's.

Plenty of shows this week happening all around C-U, including another Pygmalion Summer Show Series installment featuring Pelican and Nothing at the Highdive.

Katie talks to Evan Weiss of Their / They're / There about turntables, moldy couches, and more before the band performs at the ILLIAC Spring Festival on Saturday.

Katie talks to Ben Spotora from Workout Music about song writing and making music that makes people want to move. 

Paleface is coming to the Canopy Club tonight — and we get to know the band a little more beforehand.

Once again, plenty of shows to choose from this week in C-U music, including the inaugural installment of the ILLIAC Spring Festival.