Articles tagged: local music
q and a: Andrew WK talks about his youth in Ann Arbor, My Little Pony, and more
Posted: May 20, 2013Ann Arbor native and “Party Hard” rock star Andrew WK (Wilkes-Krier) has had, to put it mildly, an eclectic career. His life in music began at age 4, when he started studying classical piano; and ... Read more »
Multi-band Nirvana tribute returning to Blind Pig
Posted: May 20, 2013A vintage Nirvana publicity photo When Dustin Lince organized the first Nirvana tribute show at the Blind Pig, in 2004, the year had historic significance. That year was the 10th anniversary of Nirvana singer-songwriter-guitarist Kurt ... Read more »
Acclaimed local band Saturday Looks Good To Me returns with new album after 6-year hiatus
Posted: May 17, 2013For all of Fred Thomas' musical wanderings—singer-songwriter, noise provocateur, indie label wunderkind, etc.—Saturday Looks Good To Me has always been the project that most closely mirrors Thomas' musical heart and soul. Now, 6 years after its last release and after more individual releases and collaborations than you could possibly count, Thomas has resurrected his former band. Read more »
with video: Mayer Hawthorne releases 'Her Favorite Song' in anticipation of new album
Posted: May 15, 2013The Huron High grad who inspired a huge Sonic Lunch dance party at the Michigan Theater last year, Mayer Hawthorne, has just released a new single, "Her Favorite Song," which will be featured on his ... Read more »
with video: Ann Arbor's Colin Stetson bringing his unique sax music home to the Blind Pig
Posted: May 14, 2013In 2008, when saxophonist / composer Colin Stetson released the first volume of his "New History Warfare" trilogy, he figured that the music would become more complex and more challenging from one album to the next. Read more »
Ghostly makes it easier for its artists to place music in movies, TV, commercials and more
Posted: May 11, 2013Leave it to local indie record label Ghostly International to be on the cutting edge, even when it involves a behind-the-scenes part of the business—music licensing. The label, founded in 1999 and with a roster ... Read more »
Complete 2013 Sonic Lunch lineup announced
Posted: May 10, 2013Another sure sign that summer is fast approaching in Ann Arbor is the return of Sonic Lunch a free, hugely popular outdoor concert series that happens downtown at Liberty Plaza. Read more »
Michelle Chamuel sails through elimination episode of 'The Voice'
Posted: May 08, 2013Wednesday night's elimination episode of "The Voice" began with host Carson Daly owning up to a voting snafu that had made it difficult for fans to vote online and via text earlier this week; but ... Read more »
Age no obstacle for vintage Iggy & the Stooges
Posted: May 08, 2013NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - When Iggy & the Stooges broke up in 1974, almost no one who'd heard of the band had actually heard it. Read more »
Michelle Chamuel shows her 'True Colors' on 'The Voice'
Posted: May 07, 2013Locals may now vote to support former Ella Riot front woman Michelle Chamuel's bid to win "The Voice" on NBC.Former Ann Arborite Michelle Chamuel was among the 8 singers performing on NBC's singing competition reality ... Read more »
audio gallery: Sights and sounds of the 2013 Water Hill Music Fest
Posted: May 06, 2013Thousands of people turned out to enjoy the sights, sounds, and weather at the 2013 Water Hill Music Fest on Sunday. In its third year, the festival has become a popular happening in Ann Arbor. ... Read more »
with video: Joe Reilly offers a busload of music, spirituality on new CD and at Kerrytown show
Posted: May 06, 2013Joe Reilly When Joe Reilly, an Ann Arbor singer, songwriter and educator known for his commitment to spirituality and the environment, embarked on his first national concert tour back in 2001, he did so in ... Read more »
Water Hill Music Fest will again fill Ann Arbor neighborhood with harmony
Posted: May 02, 2013TheWater Hill Music Fest returns to Ann Arbor on Sunday, its unique approach and quirky character fully intact. Entering its third year, the festival will follow the same plan established from the beginning: Residents of Ann Arbor's Water Hill neighborhood play music on their porches for the enjoyment of visitors. Read more »
with video: Ex-Ann Arborite Michelle Chamuel 'knocks out' competition on 'The Voice'
Posted: May 01, 2013Michelle Chamuel, the musician well known to Ann Arbor music fans as the former lead singer of My Dear Disco / Ella Riot, continued her strong run on "The Voice" Tuesday. Read more »
with video: Iggy Pop appears on 'Colbert Report': going shirtless and running into Christmas trees
Posted: Apr 30, 2013• Related story: Martin Bandyke's review of "Ready to Die" The new Iggy & the Stooges album, "Ready to Die," is released today. And as a prelude, the pioneering punk band from Ann Arbor appeared ... Read more »
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