It’s pretty safe to say that just about everyone wants to put 2020 in the rearview mirror and look ahead to 2021.

No other year in the last century has changed music more than 2020.

How West Michigan’s venues are barely staying afloat.

The Mill at Vicksburg aims to revitalize small Southwest Michigan community post-pandemic.

Grand Rapids rapper Fruit Punch brings a fresh voice to the local music scene.

Kalamazoo rock band BoneHawk prepares for international vinyl release of second LP.

Although we’re now in our fifth year of Best of the West here at Revue, it’s our first during quarantine. Forgive us if everything — and we mean everything — still feels a little surreal. 

Callab leads an all-star hip-hop tribute to his hometown on ‘Citizen’

Many West Michigan bands have pushed on with planned album and EP releases despite the lack of touring opportunities or even local shows to support the new music.

ISOLATION INSPIRATION: While venues remain closed, musicians are all powering on, each in their own way. Virtual shows, digital collaborations, unique album releases — despite the lows, there are plenty of highs to be found. In our new series, Isolation Inspiration, we’re featuring artists who have been affected by the pandemic but are getting creative, nonetheless.