There’s so much music these days springing from so many different sources. It can be tough to keep up. Are you looking for a daily one-stop shop for all things music? A place where you can find album reviews, song recommendations, interviews with emerging and legendary artists alike? Where you can watch those artists perform live in a custom-built recording studio? Where you can have unlimited free access to the world’s largest archive of live recorded music? Check out the all new Paste Music & Daytrotter. Starting Aug. 17, Paste Music and Daytrotter will be joining forces to deliver... Read More

If the French Quarter is the musical heart of New Orleans, then Preservation Hall is its heartbeat. Take a group of long-time performers from the venerable concert hall, combine them with the Crescent City’s “Soul Queen” Irma Thomas, throw in the spiritual authority of The Blind Boys of Alabama, and you get a very special evening of music that showcases “The Heart and Soul Queen of New Orleans.” “The Heart and Soul Queen of New Orleans” comes to the Adler Theatre in Davenport on Saturday, October 21 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets ($28, $43, $53) will go on sale Friday, August 11 at... Read More

One of the most iconic festivals in the Quad Cities Area is once again upon us. It’s time for some jazz! Bix Beiderbecke was a musical genius from our very own city of Davenport. He was a famous jazz cornetist pianist and composer. The annual Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival is not only a celebration of his accomplishments but a way to keep the genre alive. This year’s Bix Festival has a new location! The festival will be held at the brand new Rhythm City Casino Resort in Davenport (7077 Elmore Ave) in the Event Center. Here is a full list of the musicians and bands playing throughout... Read More

Are you ready to put those horns up and rock out to some hardcore metal? QC Metalfest 2017 is happening this Saturday July 29 from 2-11 p.m. at the Bierstube (415 15th Street Moline). Admission is only $5 and all money goes back to the bands! This is an all-ages show. Here are the set times for all performances: 2:20 p.m.              Lord Giver (Quad Cities)                                    Outside 2:50 p.m.              Rezinator (Quad Cities)                                       Outside 3:20... Read More

You can hang your coat on this: The Coathangers are coming to Daytrotter. The critically acclaimed band will perform at 7 p.m. July 29 at 324 N. Brady. Tickets are available at www.eventbrite.com. The Coathangers’  latest, “Parasite” is the companion EP to their last album, “Nosebleed Weekend,” featuring vocals from all three members and showing the band baring their teeth a bit… On Nosebleed Weekend’s release last April, was named album of the week by SPIN, and praise from Stereogum, Brooklyn Vegan, NPR, and more came through for it. Their live show was on fire last fall… and... Read More

Get ready to rock your way down to heartbreak hotel with Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse. The Rock Island theater is pleased to present the critically acclaimed HEARTBREAK HOTEL – A SALUTE TO YOUNG ELVIS starring Circa ’21 audience favorite, Robert Shaw and the Lonely Street Band for one show on July 12th. Doors open at 6:00 with show beginning at 7:15. Tickets are $25.00 in advance and $30.00 the day of the show and may be purchased at the Circa ’21 ticket office located at 1828 3rd Avenue Rock Island or by calling 309-786-7733, Ext. 2.  This is a show-only performance, however the theatre... Read More

For the third consecutive year, The Dawn and On Music Festival will bring a full-day of live music to the property of Len Brown’s North Shore Inn. This year’s event takes place on July 8 with live music running from noon to midnight. The festival, founded in 2015 by Sean Ryan of The Dawn and Mike Mathews of Catapult Marketing offers a diverse blend of live bands ranging in styles from jam to bluegrass to funk. The event has drawn over 1,200 attendees in each of it’s first two years. As per tradition, local jam stalwarts The Dawn will once again serve as this year’s headliner.... Read More

Looking for a high-energy concert with passion-filled lyrics? Then come check out The Island, this weekend! The Island- QC DIY Music Venue is hosting an impressive line-up of four unforgettable bands this Friday July 7. Earth Groans, Snailmate, Antipathist and Evergloom will be rocking out for your moshing pleasures. Earth Groans, based out of Southeastern South Dakota was recently signed to Solid State Records. Pulling inspirations from hardcore, metal, odd time and death-core inspirations, Earth Groans creates an experience of organized dissonance and very aggressive vocals. As front man Jeremy... Read More

Looking for some outdoor live music and delicious food to enjoy this weekend? Then look no further than the Baby Blues and BBQ Fest! The Village of Port Byron will be holding their 3rd Annual Baby Blues and BBQ Fest on Saturday July 1. From 5-11 p.m. you are invited to enjoy live blues music along with the best BBQ east of Texas and premium craft beer specials. There is no admission charge for this event. Music will be performed by Brooklyn Ed and Spider, Carefree Highwaymen, Mr. Kells Band, The Smokers and Sugardaddys. Bring out your lawn chairs and head down to the picturesque banks of the Mississippi... Read More

It’s time for the 32nd Annual Mississippi Valley Blues Festival! Head down to LeClaire Park, on the banks of the Mississippi in Davenport, Friday June 30 and Saturday July 1 for one of the Quad Cities’ most successful and enjoyable music festivals! The Mississippi Valley Blues Society has secured a line-up of musicians that you won’t want to miss. The gates will open at 4 p.m. on Friday and 12 p.m. on Saturday. Music in the Local Scene Stage will begin immediately after the gates open. Advanced ticket prices are $10 Friday night and $15 for Saturday, and can be purchased online at https://midwestix.securemytix.com/event/mississippi-valley-blues-festival2837416.... Read More