Kaleo stopped in Grand Rapids, MI on their Flight or Fight Tour. Bones Owens opened the show with his bluegrass, folk, and rock inspired songs. Kaleo performed many songs from their "Surface Sounds" album including "Alter Ego," "Hey Gringo," and "Break My Baby." The audience was eager to have Kaleo back in town and welcomed him... Continue Reading →
Joe Hertler and the Rainbow Seekers in Grand Rapids, MI
Joe Hertler & The Rainbow Seekers performed with Desmond Jones and Ripe for a packed house on Saturday night at The Intersection in Grand Rapids, MI. With members hailing from Michigan, the crowd was enthusiastic to see the spirited band on stage. The crowd was equipped with flowers to hold up so when they were... Continue Reading →
Them Coulee Boys @ The Listening Room, Grand Rapids, MI
Photos and Review by Elise Coates Them Coulee Boys played at Grand Rapids, Michigan’s Listening Room on December 13. The Americana band’s unique blend of rock, folk, harmonies, and bluegrass brought people to their feet in the cocktail lounge. They encouraged the audience to get involved in their set by asking them to rub their... Continue Reading →
The Lindsey Stirling Christmas Program
Internationally known violinist, dancer, and electronic music extraordinaire, Lindsey Stirling performed her second show on her Christmas Program tour in Grand Rapids, MI. She brought joyful Christmas spirit and wonder to the stage as she performed top songs like her own renditions of Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, Carol of the Bells, Santa Baby. ... Continue Reading →
iDKHOW in Grand Rapids, MI
I DONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME (iDKHOW) were spotted performing in Grand Rapids, MI at The Elevation on Saturday night. The indie pop band started in secret by Dallon Weekes and Ryan Seaman, and denied their own existence for almost a year, proclaiming their music videos and tracks are “uncovered tapes and recordings... Continue Reading →
Bleachers @ GLC Live, Grand Rapids, MI
Claud was the opening act for Bleachers. Influenced by 90’s alt-rock/pop and inspired by their own love and heartbreak, Claud’s sound is tender and dream-like. In 2019 they released "Wish You Were Gay," and drew the attention of Phoebe Bridgers and became the first musician to sign Bridgers’ new label. Their newest album Super Monster... Continue Reading →
Dayglow in Grand Rapids, MI
By: Elise Coates Dayglow performed for the first time in Grand Rapids, MI on Sunday. Under the name Dayglow, singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Sloan Struble creates catchy, effervescent, guitar-based indie-pop music. His catchy single, "Can I Call You Tonight?" picked up traction among the growing “bedroom pop” community and streaming platforms, where it racked millions... Continue Reading →
All Time Low at Grand Rapids, MI
By: Elise Coates All Time Low returned to Grand Rapids, MI on October 23rd as part of their Fall 2021 tour with nothing, nowhere as well as the all-female group, Meet Me @ The Altar. Known for their energetic live shows, the band performed new hits like “PMA,” “Once in a Lifetime,” and chart-topping, pop-punk... Continue Reading →
Willie Watson @ The Listening Room, Grand Rapids, MI
By: Elise Coates Modern folk singer, Willie Watson played at The Listening Room in Grand Rapids, MI on October 11 as part of his US and Canada tour. For almost two decades, he’s blended old sounds of southern gospel, railroad songs and delta blues with modern folk music. On his latest album Folksinger Vol. 2,... Continue Reading →
Melophobix @ Relax at Rosa, Grand Rapids, MI
Photos & Review: Elise Coates Melophobix performed at Thursday’s “Relax at Rosa” lunchtime concert series in Grand Rapids, Michigan. They performed original songs that dip into different genres like funk, reggae, rock, as well as re-imagined covers. Their set featured guest vocals from Sarena Rae and Danielle Cosby as well as Ben Steer on bass. ... Continue Reading →