by Sean Leary | Aug 2, 2023 | Articles, Interview, Uncategorized
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...
by Sean Leary | Jun 29, 2023 | Articles, Concert Review, Interview, Uncategorized
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...
by Jonathan Turner | Jun 7, 2023 | Articles, Interview, Uncategorized
It’s been nearly a year since The Sound Conservatory, 1600 2nd Ave., Rock Island, moved to its current space, and the bustling music school, store and concert venue continues to grow. In a new summer concert series, the sophisticated, stunning building (in the former...
by Sean Leary | Jun 5, 2023 | Album Reviews, Articles, Interview, Uncategorized
Quad-Cities musician CJ Parker was named a rising star by MTV a year ago and is still on an upward trajectory with his new album, “The I Album,” which dropped March 31. A smooth and eclectic mix of gospel, jazz, R&B, soul, pop, and more, the seven-song collection...
by Angela Meyer | May 17, 2023 | Articles, Interview, Uncategorized
Through the years, I’ve been lucky enough to meet some really amazing artists of all genres that I’m proud to call my friends here in the Quad Cities. We compare notes & bounce ideas off of each other, sharing the highs and lows of this crazy music business. Ariel...
by Matthew Terry | May 3, 2023 | Articles, Interview, Studio Spotlight, Uncategorized
Located along the one-way rush of 7th Ave in Rock Island, only a couple blocks from the Moline border, lies an old building that began as a church in the late 19th century, living several non-secular based roles, before once more becoming a place of worship prior to...
