By Kwase Lane, Features Editor Flyer by Olivia Doepke The fates have not been kind to any of us this year, but ACRN’s Battle of the Bands is still happening—albeit in a new, virtual form. There are five bands competing, and every one of them have recorded a 15 minute set for you to watch…
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The DIY Scene’s Impact on Artistry and Alternative Careers
By Kiah Easton, Columns Editor [Photo by Kiah Easton] The DIY music scene in Athens, Ohio, provides a crucial launching pad for various art forms and alternative lifestyles. Although the Athens scene is small, the movement reflects a broader trend toward artistic freedom, sustainability and independence, resulting in far-reaching impact. The local youth subculture is…
VIRTUAL CONCERT CALENDAR: What’s Going On -– Week of 4/27-5/3
By Jonah Krueger, Staff Writer While practicing safe social distancing is responsible, it’s no secret that it can also be maddeningly boring. Add a heaping scoop of stress, multiply it by however many weeks we’ve been dealing with this situation, and a little escapism seems deserved. Luckily, some of our favorite artists have taken to…
What’s Going On — February
By Abby Jeffers, News Editor The music scene in Athens is alive and well, even in the dead of winter, so check out the upcoming shows below and fill up your February with live music! Who: Jojo Stella, The Awful Kind When: February 1, 10 pm Where: Casa Nueva, 6 W State St Admission: $5 Join…
ACRN Prom with Adult Mom, Chris Farren and Scary Balance at The Union – 2/10/18
Adult Mom, Chris Farren and Scary Balance rocked the night away at ACRN’s first ever Prom! Check out our pics from the dream and delightful dance, and our captures from our auction fundraiser. We hope to see everyone real soon at this year’s Lobsterfest! Photos by Eric Perzanowski, Harley Wince, Joe Medlen and Braeden McClain.
In-Studio Session: Bat House – “Endless Stair”, “City Proper” and “Toucan”
The Boston natives, Bat House came by the station to play some tracks for us. We had such a good time with them at last year’s Lobster Fest, they just had to come back. Lose yourself in these spacy, rock tunes and check out their self-titled record. More ways to get your fix of Bat…
Told Slant, Yowler, Molly Soda, Wasted Champs at Galbreath Chapel – 11/9/17
Wasted Champs, Molly Soda, Yowler and Told Slant at Galbreath Chapel. Photos by Eric Perzanowski, Claire Klodell, Joe Medlen, Rose Rotunda and Harley Wince.
Spencer Radcliffe& Everyone Else, Jouska, Mover Shaker at The New Happiness – 10/17/17
Mover Shaker, Jouska, and Spencer Radcliffe & Everyone else at The New Happiness. Photos: Tanner Bidish
Interview: Carter and Jack on Station 116
By Eli Schoop, Copy Editor Station 116 has been an Athens staple ever since it was founded last year for primarily artistic purposes. But now, it has built its status as a house of reaction, resistance, and revolution against the caustic norms we take for granted. I talked to the principal owners and showrunners for…
Bat House, Mosquito Coast, Pretty As You Please at The Union – 9/23/17
Pretty As You Please, Mosquito Coast, and Bat House at The Union. Photos: Claire Klodell and Elle Moore
Live Review: Jawbreaker at Riot Fest, Sept. 17th
By Eli Schoop, Copy Editor Imagine seeing your favorite band. Maybe it’s Grizzly Bear or Haim. You would be ecstatic, of course. Now imagine the band was reuniting for one last go. The hype is amplified, it’s a nostalgia trip and an experience seldom seen by those of the generation. Then, add on the fact…
Lollapalooza: Jams and Vibes in the Windy City
By Diana Buchert, Promo Director In a massive city, full of historic architecture, endless train loops, and a massive chrome bean lies a weekend oasis for rockers, rappers, DJs, and fans of all sorts to gather beneath the gorgeous Chicago skyline. Nestled between Lake Michigan and the bustling city, Grant Park manages to pack Lollapalooza…
