The board of directors and staff of River Music Experience (RME) are announcing a new name and identity to celebrate the evolution of the organization and expansion of its mission. Effective September 14, 2022, the organization will be known as Common Chord and use the tag line “More Music. More Community.” According to Tyson Danner, Executive Director of Common Chord, the fresh look and evolution are all about being more inclusive and better connecting how the organization is focused on amplifying the power of music to build connections and strengthen community. “Music is a universal language.... Read More

The Bettendorf Public Library’s Brown Bag Lunch concert series is returning to a live format, kicking off the season on Friday, September 23rd at 12:00 p.m. with a 45-minute music performance. Brown Bag Lunch offers community members of all ages to bring a meal to enjoy alongside a free concert. The September event will feature singer, songwriter Lewis Knudsen playing in a variety of styles. The concert takes place at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. No registration is required to attend. Lewis Knudsen is a well-traveled and seasoned artist whose... Read More

Goebbert’s Oktoberfest tradition continues in 2022 with three days of music, food trucks, activities and Oktoberfest competitions. Goebbert’s will be celebrating Oktoberfest on: Friday, September 16th from 9 AM until Midnight (Family Friendly Night- Fireworks at 9:00PM) Saturday, September 17th from 9AM- Midnight (Age 21+ and older beginning at 6:00 PM) Sunday, September 18th from 9AM-6PM The weekend will be full of authentic German cuisine, additional food trucks, live music, and Oktoberfest competitions such as stein holding, keg rolling and keg toss. Get your stein holding arm ready... Read More

The Bettendorf Public Library’s Brown Bag Lunch concert series is returning to a live format, kicking off the season on Friday, September 23rd at 12:00 p.m. with a 45-minute music performance. Brown Bag Lunch offers community members of all ages to bring a meal to enjoy alongside a free concert. The September event will feature singer, songwriter Lewis Knudsen playing in a variety of styles. The concert takes place at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. No registration is required to attend. Lewis Knudsen is a well-traveled and seasoned artist whose... Read More

Danger Zone is flying into Len Brown’s, 700 N. Shore Drive, Moline at 8 p.m. tonight! Danger Zone is a Rock n Roll cover band for anyone who grew up in the 80’s or wish they had…bringing you the best songs of the best decade of music and a party that just doesn’t stop…a collaboration of seasoned musicians from the bands 911, Bonfire, Foreplay, Bad attitude, 90 proof, Hightop Fade and 1st Impression, playing your favorite songs from Journey, REO, The Cars, Billy Idol, Bon Jovi, Poison, Loverboy and Night Ranger to name a few.  Read More

311 is coming to Rhythm City Casino on Saturday, September 10, 2022! Tickets are available here: https://rhythmcitycasino.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=134 Over the course of their amazing career, 311 has sold over 9 million albums/DVD’s in the U.S. alone. 311’s last 9 consecutive albums reached the Top 10 on the Billboard Top 200 Album Charts and they’ve had 9 Top 10 radio hits, including three No. 1’s. Their list of hits includes “Down,” “All Mixed Up,” “Amber,” “Love Song,” “Come Original,” “Beautiful Disaster,” “Don’t Tread On Me,” “Hey You,”... Read More

It’s that time of year, the 2022 season of Live@Five is taking place in Davenport’s RME Courtyard Fridays at 5pm for FREE live music.   9/9 – Blues Rock-It sponsored by Lobo’s Salsa 9/16 – Flash In A Pan sponsored by Wind Dancer Boutique 9/23 – Jordan Danielsen Band sponsored by The Planning Center 9/30 – Orangadang sponsored by Zeke’s Island Cafe  Read More

It’s the last weekend of this summer’s Mercado on 5th, Moline’s showcase of Mexican food, culture and more, and tonight at 5 offers your last opportunity for fun there! The ’80s tribute band Class of ’82 will be playing at the event, with a special set en espanol. Bringing Back Mexican Cuisine, Culture And More Fridays through Sept. 10 from 5 to 10 p.m. at 432 12th Street in Moline, everyone can get the weekend started right with Mercado! There will be a variety of children’s activities, delicious Mexican cuisine, and unique retail stands selling everything from... Read More

Looking for something fun to do in the Quad-Cities this weekend? Check out the Weekend in 2 Minutes! Every week, our Weekend in 2 Minutes podcast gives you a rundown of cool stuff going on in and around the area. Here’s this week’s podcast: Lots of live music, theater, farmer’s markets and BBQ in this week’s Weekend!  Read More

Thursday Night Groove rocks Schwiebert Park every Thursday night through Sept. 22! The free concert schedule in downtown Rock Island includes: 9/8 Crooked Cactus Band 9/15 Soul Storm 9/22 Phyllis and the Sharks 9/29 North of 40 10/6 Piso’s Cure – Sponsored by The Arc of the Quad Cities Area 10/13 Class of ’82 – Sponsored by The Arc of the Quad Cities Area 10/20 Rain Date if needed For more visit THURSDAY NIGHT GROOVE  Read More