Local Music Beat

Michigan’s Cavalcade Talks New Music and a Thriving Indie Scene

Local Music Beat: Brad van Staveren of Michigan band Cavalcade talks about the band’s new album, “Evergreens,” the thriving indie scene and more.
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Michigan’s GTG Fest, Where ‘Performers and Audiences Are Equal’

Local Music Beat: Michigan musician and GTG Records co-founder Tommy McCord chats about the indie music festival GTG Fest.
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Michigan Rock: The Aimcriers Talk New Album, Indie Music Trends and More

Johnny Aimcrier of the Aimcriers talks about the band’s new album and indie music trends in this Local Music Beat column.
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Indie Rockers Vandalay Discuss the Importance of Supporting Local Music

Local Music Beat: Detroit and Chicago indie rockers Vandalay discuss the importance of supporting local music and more.
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Michigan Bands Open for Pantera on North American Tour

Two Michigan metal bands are opening for Pantera on select dates of the band’s reunion tour.
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Michigan Metal Festival Oigs Fest Returns with Diverse Lineup

Local Music Beat: Oigs Fest features a bevy of heavy metal bands from Michigan.
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Michigan’s GTG Fest: Tommy Plural Talks Event, Lansing Record Label and More

Local Music Beat: Tommy Plural of Michigan’s GTG Records checks in with Anne Erickson to discuss independent and DIY music culture and community.
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Saginaw, Michigan, Hard Rock Band Tension Head on Reunion Show: ‘The Time Was Right’

Local Music Beat: Tension Head are back with news of a long-awaited reunion show.
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Michigan Has the No. 1 City for Emerging Start-Ups in the World

One Michigan city has been named the best in the world for emerging start-up companies.
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Michigan Thriller to Star Nicole Kidman

A small Michigan town will be the focus of a new horror film starring Nicole Kidman.
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