Clutch with The Sword & Nate Bergman May 10, 2022 – 7pm The Rust Belt | East Moline, IL https://bit.ly/TRBClutch Clutch With the release of their highly anticipated 12th studio album, the gloriously titled “Book of Bad Decisions”, it would be easy to suggest that legendary Maryland rockers Clutch have made their finest record to date. This may even be true. You see, the thing about Clutch is that ever since their 1993 debut Transnational Speedway League they’ve been in the business of writing stone cold classics, and even the most rabid fan would have trouble picking just one.... Read More

Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (IL-17) invited high school students from across Illinois’ 17th Congressional District to submit their original artwork for the annual Congressional Art Competition. Congresswoman Bustos will be accepting submissions through the deadline – which is Thursday, April 21st. Students are limited to one entry each. “Every year, talented students from across our district submit creative artwork for the Congressional Art Competition, and I’m excited to announce this year’s competition is now underway,” Congresswoman Bustos said. “When I walk the halls of the Capitol,... Read More

The inaugural Taste of East Moline annual event featuring local restaurants offering tasty bite-sized portions of their favorite menu items. Entertainment provided by Bobby Ray Bunch, auction items, a wine pull and a cash bar. The event will be held at the The Rust Belt, the Quad Cities coolest place for entertainment and events. Proceeds support the annual grant-making of the East Moline Community Fund. Sponsored by East Moline Glass. Participating restaurants include: Combine, Happy Joe’s, Jewel-Osco, Junior’s Sports Bar , Midwest Ale Works, Olde Town Bakery, Revive Cafe, Rudy’s... Read More

Today, unfortunately my review is for a corporate monster, a big business if you will. Starbucks. Specifically, the Starbucks inside Moline’s Hyvee on the Avenue. Why do I say “unfortunately”? Well because this is more about the barista than it is about the coffee. I love coffee, I love local coffee, I love Colombian coffee, I love Ethiopian Coffee, hell I even love elephant poop coffee. Trust me its insane, I’ve had it once. But what I love more than coffee is the folks that serve the coffee. That is what brings me back. That is what brings me in for the next high... Read More

The following article is part of QuadCities.com’s partnership with local music website The Echo. For more, check out theechoqc.com! UT alumnus, English professor and Music Director Anthony Greer would never have guessed he’d be returning to his alma mater to teach. However, he does come from a large family of UT instructors. “My grandfather, grandmother, and great-uncle taught here until 1999, and my father is retiring this year. I applied in 2015 without high expectations, and I was surprised when I got the call! I have loved my time at UT and couldn’t imagine teaching anywhere else.” UT... Read More

The Rust Belt Goes Country March 27 with Jamey Johnson & Randy Houser and their Country Cadillac Tour Part 2, taking place March 27, 2022 – 7pm at The Rust Belt,  East Moline! Get your tickets here: ABOUT THE ARTISTS: JAMEY JOHNSON Eleven-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Jamey Johnson is “one of the greatest country singers of our time,” according to the Washington Post. He is one of only a few people in the history of country music to win two Song of the Year Awards from both the CMA and ACMs. His 2008 album, That Lonesome Song, was certified platinum for 1 million in sales,... Read More

ALL THAT REMAINS will bring its The Fall of Ideals 15th Anniversary tour to The Rust Belt in East Moline on Saturday, March 26, 2022 For more info, tickets, etc. CLICK HERE! Here’s some info about the acts on the bill: All That Remains Since their formation in Massachusetts during 1998, All That Remains have built an undeniable legacy upheld by airtight songcraft, knifepoint precise metallic instrumentation, and stadium-size hard rock hooks. As a result, they’ve outlasted trials, tribulations, and trends to stand tall as as one of this century’s most consistent purveyors of heavy music with... Read More

The following article is part of QuadCities.com’s partnership with local music website The Echo. For more, check out theechoqc.com! Nearly one in every five East Moline residents is Hispanic or Latino, so it makes sense there is a solid Mariachi band program at Glenview Middle School, 3100 7th St., East Moline. Formed in 2015 by Richard Clark, who retired last year, the Mexican music program is under the new direction of Monike Hill of Davenport, who has a bachelor’s degree in Music Education from Western Illinois University and a master’s degree in Instrumental Conducting and Pedagogy... Read More

Struggle Jennings with Caitlynne Curtis, A Killer’s Confession and Brianna Harness will rock The Rust Belt in East Moline at 7 p.m. March 24! The grandson of legendary Country Music icon Waylon Jennings, Struggle is part of a long legacy of Gangsters, Outlaws and Rock Stars.. Growing up as a black-sheep in his family, he fought his way out of the streets of West Nashville and into the studio where he would create the foundation for what has become his personal contribution to the Jennings family legacy.. Struggle’s message of strength, determination and courage in the face of adversity continues... Read More

ALL THAT REMAINS will bring its The Fall of Ideals 15th Anniversary tour to the Rust Belt in East Moline on Saturday, March 26, 2022 For more info, tickets, etc. CLICK HERE! Here’s some info about the acts on the bill: All That Remains Since their formation in Massachusetts during 1998, All That Remains have built an undeniable legacy upheld by airtight songcraft, knifepoint precise metallic instrumentation, and stadium-size hard rock hooks. As a result, they’ve outlasted trials, tribulations, and trends to stand tall as as one of this century’s most consistent purveyors of heavy music... Read More