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Read moreBAJA- Not your average band!
Several bands were started during the pandemic, one of them is the BAJA band. It is a group of musicians based out of Northern/Central Illinois featuring a live horn section.
The band, started by Johnathan Rivera and AJ Schmall, was created in the midst of the pandemic.
“We started BAJA in 2020 when Jonathan and I [AJ Schmall] were sent home from our colleges, him at NIU and myself at Bradley, due to COVID-19,” said Schmall.
They are both from Dixon, IL. He said they were able to hang out; writing music and learning covers in the newfound time they had.
“Things escalated quickly from March of 2020 with us releasing our first professionally recorded song "Nothing Can Hold Me Back" in December of 2020,” said Schmall.
Schmall and Rivera are the core members of the group. AJ mainly handles the business side of things while Jonathan spends a lot of time arranging horn parts.
Schmall said what sets them apart from other bands is their larger group and horn section.
“We always include me on lead vocals and rhythm guitar, Jonathan on lead guitar, keys, and lead vocals, a drummer, bass player, and a fluid horn section,” said Schmall.
They frequently perform with a number of musicians, they also occasionally perform with a network of horn players.
“Performances typically range from 6-8 people but have gotten as large as 12 musicians. The ever-changing lineup keeps each show unique yet consistently achieves the same end sound,” said Schmall.
Schmall recalls their favorite concert experience so far.
“We played a mashup of covers for the first time (Chameleon - Herbie Hancock, Valerie - Amy Winehouse, and Superstition - Stevie Wonder) that was SO fun,” said Schmall.
They will be in Dunlap in July. They will be back in the Peoria area in September and October!
New music from band, Dead Man's Dog
Have you heard of the psychedelic rock band, "Dead Man’s Dog"? Well, now is the perfect time to tune in, if you haven’t.
The St. Louis-based band with strong Peoria ties announced the release of their debut album, Floral Underground, on Thursday, June 16th.
The Floral Underground is now available to stream and download from major digital stores.
CDs will be available for purchase at the official CD release party on Sunday, June 26th, at Tracy's Supper Club in Norris, IL. Along with performances of original songs by both Dead Man’s Dog and Illinois powerhouse acoustic band Still Shine.
Dead Man’s Dog is led by Richie Darling, a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter. Noah Juan, a bassist and songwriter; and Jacob "Buzz" Buskirk, a drummer who has also contributed to songs and electronic instrumentation.
"The album has 15 tracks of genre-defying authentic American music that represents the spiritual independence, whimsicality, and playfulness of the band, as well as demonstrating the incredible instrumental capability of a band simultaneously in their prime and infancy," said Darling.
To learn more, visit their website.
Levitt AMP Galva Music Series Lineup Announced
The Galva Arts Council is excited to announce a very talented lineup for the fourth annual Levitt AMP Galva Music Series!
Read moreFord County Fair Lineup 2022
Melvin, IL (March 15, 2022) – The Ford County Fair Board is proud to announce the lineup for the 2022 Ford County Fair concert.
Read moreThe Back Road Music Festival's Updated Lineup
Galva, IL (March 18, 2021) – The Back Road Music Festival is excited to announce the remaining three main stage acts for the 2022 festival, which will take place in Galva, Illinois, on Saturday, August 13, 2022.
Read morePaxton Swine ‘N Dine – Tracy Lawrence
The Paxton Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the entertainment for the 2022 Paxton Swine ‘N Dine BBQ Contest & Festival. This year the event is headlined by a country music artist who has sold over thirteen million albums and charted eighteen number one hits! Tracy Lawrence is coming to Paxton, Illinois on September 17, 2022! Lawrence will be joined by Garrett Biggs, who will be opening the show.
Read moreMichael’s Run for Life Festival
The Michael P. Brown Colon Cancer Foundation is excited to announce the entertainment for the 2022 Michael's Run for Life Festival! This year, the nation's most renowned, original, and longest touring tribute to the Dave Matthews Band, Trippin Billies, will headline the night with Peoria-based Alison Hanna Band opening the show!
Read moreGypsy Jazz Trio Performing in Bishop Hill
BISHOP HILL, Illinois—A gypsy jazz trio known as Harmonious Wail will perform a live concert Sunday, March 13th at Bishop Hill Creative Commons, located at 309 N. Bishop Hill St, Bishop Hill, IL.
Read moreHonor Flight Benefit Concert March 12th in Kewanee
KEWANEE, Illinois—Heartland Connections in partnership with the Kewanee Elks Lodge are excited to present Angela Meyer on Saturday, March 12th, 2022.
Read moreemily the band’s Latest Release: “deja vu”
Peoria, IL (February 10, 2022) – Over the past year, emily the band has transformed from Emily Antonacci’s solo project with accompanists into a three-piece indie-pop girl band. On Friday, February 4, our studio cover of Olivia Rodrigo’s “deja vu” became available on all streaming platforms, and we’re really happy with how it turned out!
Read moreKnox County Fair - 2022 Grandstand Concert Announcement
Knoxville, IL (January 24, 2022) – One of country music's most recognizable voices is coming to the Knox County Fair on Thursday, July 14, 2022! Josh Turner, who has sold more than 8.5 million units and has amassed over 2.5 billion online streams, will headline the night with multi-platinum and three-time Grammy-nominated Joe Nichols!
Read moreCasting Crowns is coming to Peoria!
The GRAMMY award winning band will be performing on March 26 at the Peoria Civic Center Theater with We Are Messengers and Jonathan Traylor. This will be an event you won’t want to miss! Tickets are on sale now and start at $25.
Read moreSunday Getaway Concert Series
On Sunday, January 16th, the "Sunday Getaway Concert Series" began with the bluegrass band Still Shine in Bishop Hill. There will be concerts just about every Sunday up until the start of the Levitt AMP Concert Series and then resume again from the end of the Levitt concerts until Thanksgiving. There will be some concerts on other days of the week as well, but you can count on Sundays being a regular thing.
Read more6 Days Left to Get Tedeschi Trucks Band Tickets
Find out what the Tedeschi Trucks Band has been up to since their last tour and how to get tickets for their January 25th, 2022 show at the Peoria Civic Center!
Read moreSunshine Daydream on Small Batch Sessions
This is a joint venture with Elderbeard Music Werks and LMV Productions and the Small Batch Sessions YouTube channel.
Read moreKip Moore to Headline Galva's Back Road Music Festival
The Back Road Music Festival is excited to announce the headlining act for the 2022 festival, which will take place in Galva, Illinois. KIP MOORE is coming to Galva, Illinois on August 13, 2022!
Read moreCOVID Closes Another Venue - NYE Mack's Final Night
Covid has taken its toll on many downtown visitors. While there is some hope that the downtown will be bustling again in the not-too-distant future. For some places, like Mack’s, it’s not happening soon enough.
Read moreRyan Kynd's Newest Release - Little Lessons
Ryan Kynd is a Peoria IL musician with a spiritual passion for healing through music. His content is inspired by life experiences and journeys around the continental US busking. His new single, “Little Lessons,” is inspired by the Greek philosopher Plato.
Ryan says the message behind the lyrics breaks down to encouraging people to remain open to learning in any situation and refraining from the judgment of others.
This song was written at the beginning of 2021 and posted on YouTube for the first time in February of 2021. The released version was recorded at media made fresh with Dee Mill and is now available on all major platforms: iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, and many more.
All recorded music can also be found at ryankynd.com
Two Big Back-to-Back Summer Camp Anouncements
Summer Camp 2022 made two big announcements this week and it’s only Tuesday! Check out this post to read more!
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