by Jonathan Turner | May 13, 2022 | Articles
In an increasingly loud, chaotic world, The Grape Life is treasured as a mellow, soothing, sophisticated refuge. It effortlessly and expertly provides two of life’s greatest, enduring pleasures – outstanding wines and live music. The comfortable, comforting wine store...
by Jonathan Turner | Mar 16, 2022 | Articles
Nearly one in every five East Moline residents is Hispanic or Latino, so it makes sense there is a solid Mariachi band program at Glenview Middle School, 3100 7th St., East Moline. Formed in 2015 by Richard Clark, who retired last year, the Mexican music program is...
by Jonathan Turner | Feb 3, 2022 | Articles
There’s literally no place in the Quad-Cities like Rozz-Tox. After marking its 10th anniversary in 2021, the quirky café has been closed for renovations for the past couple of months. It will reopen with its dazzlingly diverse lineup, Asian-inspired menu, and offbeat...
by Jonathan Turner | Nov 30, 2021 | Articles
Randy Leasman of Davenport has written songs since he was 12, but the veteran bassist and guitar player hasn’t been able to sing his own material on a record or in concert over the years. That changed recently for the 37-year-old Davenport West alum, with the...
by Jonathan Turner | Nov 11, 2021 | Articles
Sam Koester is a rare bird in the aviary of the Quad City region’s music biz. The friendly, 41-year-old Muscatine native now resides in Moline, owning and operating River+City Collective. RCC is an entertainment production company producing shows primarily in and...
