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TRACK OF THE WEEK: “Titanoboa” by Heaters

The musical heydays of the ‘60s and ‘70s have found their way into Grand Rapids as fellow psychedelic rock bands have successfully revolutionized an era of music into something of a modern-day rising trend. The mind-altering hypnotic rhythms of guitar, vocal and organ effects has psychedelic rock grabbing a lot of attention lately.

Sounds 24 April 2014
  • Grand Rapids
  • Michigan Psych Night
  • Heaters
  • Brown Sugar
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Perfect Pussy Flips the Bird at Society's Expectations

In April of 2013, a noise-punk group out of Syracuse, NY released a demo on cassette tape. The release boasted an in-your-face sound, which was heavy in both feedback and brutal honesty. These four Roman numeral-titled tracks, quickly demanded the attention of everyone within earshot.

Sounds 23 April 2014
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of Montreal to Confuse Grand Rapids

For a few years, of Montreal's frontman Kevin Barnes lived in Grosse Pointe Park, Mich. with his parents. Unfortunately, it wasn't a "Pure Michigan" experience for him during that time. "I didn't have a car, I wasn't going to shows. It was more like kidville, a child playing little league baseball," he said in a phone interview with REVUE.

Sounds 23 April 2014
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Manchester Orchestra Touring in Grand Rapids for Latest Album Cope

Manchester Orchestra had its latest album, Cope, all ready to release. Except the band was missing one thing: a record label. After 2012’s Simple Math, MO was on a popularity incline and eventually, without a record label.

Sounds 23 April 2014
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Fitz and the Tantrums Trade Dreams for Reality

Los Angeles neo-soul rockers Fitz and the Tantrums have rolled through the country across airwaves, concert halls and television screens like a hurricane in recent months.

Sounds 23 April 2014
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TRACK OF THE WEEK: “Habit of Sin” by The Bermudas

Apparently area garages can't contain some Grand Rapids garage bands. Local venues have seen their share of acts that carry this label, many of which have become mainstays in the scene. Well, we can add another up-and-comer to the mix. Just as the music scene has evolved, so has the phrase “garage band,” which is one that has become more of a representative genre label for small independent bands like The Bermudas.

Sounds 17 April 2014
  • Grand Rapids
  • The Bermudas
  • Charity Lytle
  • Dennielle Russ
  • DezaRae' Russ
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Forest Hills Fine Arts Center to celebrate 10th anniversary with host of events

 In the past 10 years, over 60 professional touring acts, 65 local visual exhibits and thousands of school and community events have had the opportunity to grace the Forest Hills Fine Arts Center’s stage, in turn establishing the communal reputation it holds today.

Sounds 14 April 2014
  • Grand Rapids
  • Forest Hills Fine Arts Center
  • 10th Anniversary
  • Mid Life Crisis
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TRACK OF THE WEEK: “The Night Before Your Sister’s Party” by Secret Grief

With most of its members coming out of now-defunct Tiger! Tiger!, this Muskegon-based clan is now cruising the local music scene as Secret Grief. Much appease to their growing fan base, the crew’s consistency has remained with their musicality as an indie-punk band.

Sounds 10 April 2014
  • Secret Grief
  • Lemonjello's
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TRACK OF THE WEEK: "Giants Dreaming" by Velcrofibs

“Post Alternative Indie Experimental Rock” may be a mouthful to say, but this complex genreical label is more than just a classification for the guys of Grand Rapids-based, Velcrofibs.

Sounds 03 April 2014
  • Grand Rapids
  • Velcrofibs
  • Joey Frankovich
  • Jordan Peterson
  • Chucky Blackmore
  • Andrew Zwart
  • Graham Lince
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TRACK OF THE WEEK: “Away” by American WiFi

Sometimes, a group of savvy, young artists like the guys of American WiFi (not to be mistaken for 90s pop punksters American Hi-Fi) is just what the local music scene needs to break up the mesh of bands that believe only reinventing a genre will lead to musical success.

Sounds 27 March 2014
  • American WiFi
  • Levi Lilly
  • Cohen Parker
  • Sam Starkie
  • Greyson Bos
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The Head and the Heart Navigates Its Rapid Success

Just to listen to them, you wouldn't know Seattle's folk-rock sextet The Head and the Heart have only been around since 2009. The music feels more experienced and sophisticated, with melodies that sound like they were constructed by people who have been creating together for much longer. Add an eclectic assortment of instruments and some impressive vocal harmonies, and it's no wonder why people have taken notice.

Sounds 24 March 2014
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Hard Work Paying Off for West Michigan Rockers Wayland

In a day and age where musicians can build an audience via YouTube or by pimping their tunes via the numerous social media channels, West Michigan’s own rock band Wayland chose to go full-on analog with its efforts.

Sounds 24 March 2014
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La Dispute Heads Home, Plans to Give Back to the DAAC

The Division Avenue Arts Collective (DAAC) had a significant role in the formative years of Grand Rapids’ La Dispute. As the organization collects funding for a new building after taking a contractual boot from its former location, La Dispute will return to GR as a kindred spirit.

Sounds 24 March 2014
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Punk Icons Play Bell's for Stripped-Down Acoustic Show

Genre-defining changes don’t happen very often. You don’t wake up every day to find something new that’s going to change the world in a hugely significant way. That’s why, when these things do happen, it’s a pretty big deal, and so are the people who bring them about.

Sounds 18 March 2014
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Whitney: Small Talk About Deep New Album

Whitney: Small Talk About Deep New Album

Julien Ehrlich, the falsetto-singing drummer of Chicago indie band Whitney, has long written songs a...
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Breaking Down, Growing Up, Starting Over: The Greeting Committee

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Addie Sartino didn’t have a typical teenage experience. While her peers were focused on high school ...
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Revue Road Trip Playlist 2025

Revue Road Trip Playlist 2025

Whether you’re heading up north, cruising along the lakeshore, or just exploring forgotten corners o...
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