Archives for Music

The Detroit Ceasefire Choir says it was barred from singing in Campus Martius Park to call for peace in Gaza

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“He might as well retire,” one commenter said. “Tell him bring his kids and we might come.”

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The Concert Week promotion is a big deal

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The Philly punk songwriter is coming to Small’s

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The singer-songwriter’s third studio album ‘Hit Me Hard and Soft’ is set to come out in May

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The DSO will perform orchestral arrangements of popular disco tunes, complete with a dance-off

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Grams & Jams Productions dropped its five planned events down to two in response to community feedback

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The NFL Draft Concert Series will feature performances from homegrown acts

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Playing shows in the Motor City reminds the West Coast stoners of simpler days

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The curious can check out this hidden gem with a country music show by Texas troubadour Cactus Lee

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The pop culture convention returns to Livonia’s Burton Manor to celebrate its 7th year

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The festival features more than 20 feature-length documentaries and nearly 50 events

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The avant-garde artist is joined by Busta Rhymes, Ciara, and longtime collaborator Timbaland

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More memories of a Detroit iconoclast

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The exhibition includes themes of solidarity and community, inspired by 1970s Detroit radio DJ The Electrifying Mojo

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The event will include musical acts, a pop-up market, and a silent art auction with all proceeds supporting the Palestinian people

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The event is happening at Detroit’s Tangent Gallery featuring interactive and educational music and art experiences

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The four performances include Gabriel Brass Band, Killer Flamingos, Dave Hamilton Band, and the Michigan Philharmonic

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The poet and activist is known for managing the rock band MC5 and fighting to legalize cannabis

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The project was mostly recorded over a decade ago at The Lands in Ann Arbor, a studio serving as a “launch pad” for many local musicians

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