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Room to Improv: A Sonic Journey Through Spontaneity

When one hears the word improv, especially in relation to those that occupy the middle of the country, I would imagine the first thing that comes to mind is a show hosted by Drew Carey. This show had a mixed cast, that among others prominently featured Wayne Brady and...

The Return of a Classic: Music Reignites The Rows of The Capitol Theatre.

Since its opening on Christmas day of 1920, The Capitol Theatre has been a mainstay along 3rd street in Davenport’s downtown district, with it holding a place in The National Register of Historic Places since 1983, half a decade before my existence began.  While the...

LeClaire Park Gets The Blues Again, As Blues Fest Returns To Davenport

You’ll be happy to get the blues this weekend, as Mississippi Valley Blues Fest 2023 will be held Friday and Saturday, September 15-16, at the historic LeClaire Park in Davenport, Iowa. Gates are open 3:30 to 11:30 p.m. on Saturday and noon to 11:30 p.m. As always,...

Young Local Artists In The Spotlight At Rock Island’s Schwiebert Park

The future of the Quad-Cities arts scene will step up to the stage as young artists from throughout the area are featured in the Quad Cities Youth Music & Arts Festival from 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16 at Schwiebert Park in downtown Rock Island. The second...

I-Rock Rocks Its 4th Birthday With Rust Belt Show

I-Rock 93.5 is celebrating its fourth birthday in the best and most appropriate way – with a huge hard rock concert at East Moline’s Rust Belt. On Friday, Sept. 15, the Quad-Cities radio station will unleash a free “4 Freakin’ Years Of Hard Rock” party featuring...

Moline Continues Momentum Of Sesquicentennial With Mo.Live!

You’ll be able to get Mo music, Mo art, and Mo fun for free at a new festival in Mo line Centre Thursday, Aug. 24 through Saturday, Aug. 26. Mo.Live! grew out of the popularity of last year’s Moline 150th Sesquicentennial Celebration. A lot of Mo liners were...

Silly Geese Making Serious Songs – Empty Graves Album Review

I’ve been hearing a lot of talk about Empty Graves around the Quad Cities in recent months, which at first glance is a sentence that could seem far more nefarious than it is actually meant to be. While there have been recent stories featured in the local news in...

Summer Jam Vol. 3 Returns to Downtown East Moline

James ‘Lobo’ Lopez and Colin Brandt have once again joined forces with Hey Bryans to bring this summer’s ultimate party back to East Moline. That’s right, it’s time for Summer Jam Vol. 3! Summer Jam Vol. 3 makes its way to Hey Bryans (1140 15th Ave East Moline) on...

Alternating Currents Plugs Into Quad-Cities Aug. 17-20

Alternating Currents is recharged and ready to electrify local music fans Aug. 17-20 with over 100 acts across 30 venues throughout the Quad-Cities. Featuring an eclectic and vibrant mix of music, comedy, film and visual arts strewn across two states and multiple...

Dress Like A Rockstar: Hidden Gems In The QC To Elevate Your Fashion Game

With Alternating Currents in one week, it’s time to lock down what awesome looks you’re going to wear! And what better opportunity is there than a major local festival featuring the Quad Cities’ finest to go find the best hidden gem thrift and boutique shops in the QC...
Room to Improv: A Sonic Journey Through Spontaneity

Room to Improv: A Sonic Journey Through Spontaneity

When one hears the word improv, especially in relation to those that occupy the middle of the country, I would imagine the first thing that comes to mind is a show hosted by Drew Carey. This show had a mixed cast, that among others prominently featured Wayne Brady and...

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Alternating Currents Plugs Into Quad-Cities Aug. 17-20

Alternating Currents Plugs Into Quad-Cities Aug. 17-20

Alternating Currents is recharged and ready to electrify local music fans Aug. 17-20 with over 100 acts across 30 venues throughout the Quad-Cities. Featuring an eclectic and vibrant mix of music, comedy, film and visual arts strewn across two states and multiple...

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Room to Improv: A Sonic Journey Through Spontaneity

Room to Improv: A Sonic Journey Through Spontaneity

When one hears the word improv, especially in relation to those that occupy the middle of the country, I would imagine the first thing that comes to mind is a show hosted by Drew Carey. This show had a mixed cast, that among others prominently featured Wayne Brady and...

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Empty Graves Comes To Life With New Album And Tour

Empty Graves Comes To Life With New Album And Tour

Quad-Cities millenialcore band Empty Graves is on the rise, with an addicting new song, “Dog Pills,” an upcoming album, “Virulent,” and a burgeoning tour slate.   The group -- Brockton Reddish on vocals, Benjamin Larson on guitar, and Brendan Cone on bass – is...

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Dawn And On Rises For Eighth Annual Fest In Schwiebert Park

Dawn And On Rises For Eighth Annual Fest In Schwiebert Park

Eight is looking great for the annual Dawn and On Festival, returning for its eighth summer to Rock Island’s Schwiebert Park on July 8. The all-day fest’s lineup this year will include The Big Wu, Jon Stickley Trio, The Dawn (go figure!), Strange Neighbors, The...

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Dawn And On Rises For Eighth Annual Fest In Schwiebert Park

Dawn And On Rises For Eighth Annual Fest In Schwiebert Park

Eight is looking great for the annual Dawn and On Festival, returning for its eighth summer to Rock Island’s Schwiebert Park on July 8. The all-day fest’s lineup this year will include The Big Wu, Jon Stickley Trio, The Dawn (go figure!), Strange Neighbors, The...

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