There’s so much great music in the Peoria area that it’s often hard to decide where to go! Last weekend, we caught two fantastic shows and have the photos and videos for you here.

You'll find plenty of shots from Backroads Saloon—some highlighting the band, others showcasing the venue itself. It was my first visit, and it’s definitely on my radar now! If you haven’t been there yet, it’s worth checking out. With two levels, a massive dance floor, and incredible sound and lighting, it’s a top-tier spot for live music.

We also saw Punching Lucky, Kayla Brooke & The Willow Strings, and Chasing Hope at Peoria Pizza Works on Friday. While you might recognize one of the members of Punching Lucky, the rest of the band traveled all the way from Fort Wayne, Indiana, to experience the Peoria music scene! All three acts were outstanding, playing to a packed house that was even overflowing at times.

Check out the photos and videos here while you’re making your musical to-do list for this weekend!

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FRIDAY 2/7
James Herr at Michael’s Italian Feast 6-9pm

Deuces Wild at Pekin Boat Club 7-10pm

Chris Hawkins at Irish Circle 7-10pm

Shawn “Smitty” Smith at Crusens War Memorial 7-10pm

Raynah at The Gataway Tavern 7-10pm

Taylor Bruninga & The Bandits WSG Brody Vancil + Jake Rebman at 3300 Event Center 7:30pm

Common Ground at Oz’z Bar & Grill 8pm

Kev & Mal at Katie’s Corner Tap 8pm

Esseks w/Wolf’d, WookAlow, & EKiM at Kenny’s Westside 10pm

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SATURDAY 2/8
Shawn “Smitty” Smith at the Riverfront Market 8:30am-12:30pm

Midnight Monks at SUDS Bar and Grill 9pm-12am

Kayla Brooke & The Willow Strings at Hidden Hills Vineyard and Winery 1pm

The Wolf and Gypsy Band at River Rats Saloon 2-5pm

T Minus 3 at Sunset Lanes 7-11pm

Deuces Wild at Minonk Bowling Lanes 8-11pm

The Killer Riffs at Pottsies Too Cuba 8pm

Lee Hall Live at Trust Me Tavern 8-11pm

Union Avenue at Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Peoria Heights 8-10pm

Matt Harms Solo Acoustic at Zoomiez On The Water 8-11pm

2nd Chance at Oz’z Bar & Grill 8pm

Top 4D at Tin Lizard Bar & Grill 9pm-12am

Joel Honey at Office on Main 9pm

Backstabbin’ Betty at Cherry Street Brewing Company 9pm-1am

Shawn “Smitty” Smith at The Neon Bison 9pm-12am

Mihali WSG Formerly The Fox at Kenny’s Westside 9pm

SUNDAY 2/9
Mudbone at Whiskerz Pub 2pm

Duke Oursler at Bishop Hill Creative Commons 7pm

SUNDAY OPEN STAGES THIS WEEK
East Bluff All Stars at The 808 Room 3-6pm

Roy Ponce hosting at Tartan Inn 7pm-12am

This week’s post contains contributions from:
Kindall Reuschel, Ben Weise, and Whitney Turner

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