Music

The Loose Cobra dominates this week of live music in C-U.

Austin sits down with Dearie members Kayla Brown and Carrie Chandler, to discuss their inspirations, writing process, and small town musical serendipity.

Check out what's happening this week in live music in and around C-U.

While local bands and their releases mostly play front and center here, this month's update sprinkles in a bit of old and new.

There are a lot of live music options this week, many of which are totally free to go to. 

James caught last night's TajMo show at the Virginia and reports back for this packed show.

A handful of legends make their way through these parts this week.

Sarah chats with Daisianee Minenger about her eclectic project nP0.

A bit quieter this week as far as live music goes, but still plenty to check out in C-U.

Constantin talks with Sadie Dupuis of Speedy Ortiz about the writing and recording process behind their latest album, Twerp Verse, and more before their show at 51 Main on Friday.

Speedy Ortiz and Elsinore highlight this week in live music in C-U.

Austin talks with Rick Valentin and Rose Marshack of Poster Children about their latest release, Grand Bargain!, the writing process, their long relationship with engineer/producer Steve Albini, and a bit about the evolution of the band over the last three decades.

Upwards of 40 shows this week in C-U, highlighted by Krannert Center's OUTSIDE at the Research Park and more.

We're over halfway done with 2018, and there's still seven new things to check out.

Check out a wide variety of music options this week in Champaign-Urbana's live music circuit.

Winder talks about their upcoming release, GONE, FOR GOOD, and the imminent, amicable departure of several members.

The 6th annual faith-based music festival Audiofeed will showcase over 140 bands, including speakers, seminars, children events and films will begin this week.

4th of July holiday means holiday celebration with live music.

The 14th installment of PYGMALION has been announced, check out the lineup within.

We chat with Spencer Walters of Fake Friend about the anachronistic nature of music, embracing old technology, and working within self-imposed limitations

June turns to July this week, and there are dozens of shows to check out in C-U and beyond.

James chats with Andrew Valentine, owner of skateboarding and apparel company Skeuwep and hip hop musician under the moniker Anamoli, who is already started preparing for liftoff.

Megan talks about the newest (and excellent) release by Motes.

Check out a slew of live music in Champaign-Urbana this week as summertime rolls on.

This month's compilation features releases of all sorts — albums, songs, and videos — so check out what has been happening in the scene.

Phillip chats with Austin Duncan of Snayl about his new album Without.

The Loose Cobra's CobraFest, plus a cool show following Girls Rock! C-U's summer camp, highlight this week's live music calendar.

Ahead of their album release show this weekend, Constantin chats with Motes about Crash the Day.

A stacked album release show from Motes highlights this week's live music calendar.

A rain storm didn't stop Hogchute Opry 2018: Check out some photos from Saturday's festival within.

Hogchute Opry's June installment takes place on Saturday, and we take a look to preview the action.

Hogchute Opry highlights this week in live music in and around Champaign-Urbana.

Orator discusses the process behind writing their upcoming album, and debuts the first single, “Resonate”.

Legends head through Champaign-Urbana on Tuesday, plus more all week in live music.

Therese chats with Keegan Gulick and Veronica Mullen about Ghoul Jr.'s future plans, new content, and what's new with the now-three-piece.

Plenty of shows lined up across the board this week in live music.

Within you will find seven updates about the scene that exists here. Follow me.

Sarah chats with Reginald Chapman, who shared his thoughts on his work with Pressure Fit, being an artist, who influenced him, and what’s next.

Check out what's happening this week in live music.

Protagonist Pizza Productions sits down with local producer and MC, Sunny Ture.

Eric provides a snapshot recap of this past weekend's sold out John Prine show.

A few legends are in town this week from different ends of the musical spectrum. Those plus many more in live music in C-U.

James chats, listens to records, and drinks wine with Timablú, one of the brightest spots in the local scene.

Our 10 year anniversary party is this week, but beyond that, there are tons of shows to check out in C-U.

This past weekend in C-U, record stores celebrated Record Store Day 2018, and Eric was there to check out the action.

This Saturday's Record Store Day needs a guide, so here is what you can expect this Saturday in C-U.

Newly-local post-rock band Staghorn discuss their commitment to a DIY lifestyle, adapting to major life changes, and spreading the message of self-reliance.

Record Store Day highlights this week full of live music.