Listen up! Psychic Twin - "Strangers"
On March 5, locals Psychic Twin is releasing a 7" on Polyvinyl Records, featuring the new single "Strangers." Stream it here.
Pitchfork Music Festival announces headliners
Pitchfork Music Festival revealed its headliners for 2013: R. Kelly, Belle and Sebastian, and Bjork. Tickets are $50 for each day or $120 for a 3 day pass.
This Weekend! The Dirty Feathers, So Many Dynamos, and more
This weekend, you can catch The Dirty Feathers at a house show on Friday and So Many Dynamos at Mike n' Molly's on Saturday. Also check out some others throughout the weekend.
Weekly Mouthful: Midas the Crow
Wherein Midas the Crow discusses switching from being a metal head to a singer-songwriter, his recent move to Champaign and its impact on his music, and more, while eating a delectable slice of pizza.
Morr Music reissues Dump LPs
Morr Music is reissuing the first two LPs from Dump, solo project of Yo La Tengo bassist James McNew. Superpowerless and I Can Hear Music come out in Spring.
Tonight (1.30.13): Papadosio, Dopapod
Electro-pop producers Papadosio and Dopapod play at The Canopy Club in Urbana tonight. Doors open at 8 pm, tickets are $10. The show is 18+.
Album Announcement: Dawes – Stories Don't End
Dawes announces the track listing for their new record "Stories Don't End," due April 9th on HUB Records.
Listen Up: Wavves – Demon To Lean On
Wavves releases new track "Demon to Lean On," announces spring tour with FIDLAR and Cheetahs.
Error Records Opening All-Ages Venue in Champaign
Error Records is opening an all-ages venue in Champaign. Visit their Indie Gogo page to help out by donating to the cause!
Video: Animal Collective - "Applesauce"
Animal Collective released a new video for Centipede Hz. single "Applesauce," featuring an apple being eaten rather erotically.
Tonight (1.29.13): IndigoSun, Sonny Stubble, The Beeson Brothers
IndigoSun headlines Canopy Club tonight with openers Sonny Stubble and The Beeson Brothers.
Out Today: Local Natives, ON AN ON, Ducktails, and more!
A rundown of some of the new records out today, January 29, featuring releases from Local Natives, ON AN ON, Ducktails, and more.
Tonight (1.28.13): Kowabunga! Kid, Sleepyhead, Uncle Sham
Kowabunga! Kid, Sleepyhead, and Uncle Sham play at The Red Herring in Urbana tonight. Straight up tha punx, three dollars and all ages.
Recap: The Great Cover Up 2013
Highlights and a photo gallery of Days 2-4 of the 22nd annual Great Cover Up at The Highdive. It was more than a hoot; it was the ultimate hoot.
This Weekend(1.25.13): Motes, Ramona Falls
Motes performs Friday night and Ramona Falls performs Saturday night, both at Mike N Molly's.
Watch: Iceage Premiere "Ecstasy" Video
Check out the video for Iceage's new song "Ecstasy"
Weekly Mouthful: The 92s
Wherein The 92s discuss life after their most recent EP, girlfriends, Charlie Brown, and more, all while eating a hearty slice of cheesy, crusty goodness.
Reissue: The Thermals Discography
The Thermals reissue their Sub Pop discography on March 5th, as well as announce a string of tour dates throughout March.
Tonight (1.24.13): Company of Thieves, Von Grey
Chicago funk-rockers Company of Thieves play the Canopy Club tonight with Atlanta folk sisters Von Grey. The show starts at 6:30 p.m., and tickets are $13.