In the wake of the pandemic, venues everywhere became uncharacteristically quiet. The live music industry was muted following a recommendation to avoid large social gatherings in mid-March. Postponed performances became indefinite if not canceled outright as the stark reality of COVID-19 emerged. An “optimistic” expectation of a poor concert season became a nightmare that could […]
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Oklahoma Gazette interviews Lucas Ross from American Banjo Museum
Americana Fest 11 a.m.-5 p.m. June 27 americanbanjomuseum.com 405-604-2793 Free Brittany Pickering: I’m here with Lucas Ross, who is in charge of education and promotions at American Banjo Museum, and he’s here to talk about Americana Fest. How are you doing? Lucas Ross: Hey! I’m great! Thanks for having me. Brittany Pickering: Cool! Can you […]
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PRESS RELEASE Norman’s Jazz in June announces new dates — livestream event in June and live music festival in September
The 37th Annual Jazz in June Festival set to being on June 18 will instead kick off with a live-stream event. The live festival – now “Jazz in JuneTember”, due to COVID 19 crowd restrictions- will move to September 17-19 with concerts nightly. The Live Stream event on June 18 will feature local favorites Caleb […]
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PRESS RELEASE The Imaginaries release “Revival” June 12
The Imaginaries were gearing up to release their debut album last year and go on tour when Shane had to have an emergency appendectomy. What seemed like a routine surgery and recovery turned into many grueling months of pain and a long process to get back on his feet to be able to perform again. […]
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PRESS RELEASE Not Alone OK musicians advocate for teen/adult suicide prevention
While the current health crisis has led many to experience fear and isolation, it has also provided an opportunity for people to come together in support of those who are in need. The COVID-19 crisis has been especially difficult for individuals who struggle with mental health issues. Brandon Ross, a member of the band Grandpa […]
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PRESS RELEASE Summer Breeze 20th anniversary concert series announced
Summer Breeze 20th Anniversary Concert Series is happening! In an effort to make sure that everyone gets their summer dose of live original music, The Depot is partnering with KGOU Radio to bring you the Summer Breeze Concert Series live on-air beginning May 24 at 7:00pm. Normally held in Lion’s Park, this year we’re bringing […]
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PRESS RELEASE The Human Together Music Festival
Missing live music? Bored at home? Wait no further! The Human Together Music Festival is hosting local, national and international musical artists and bands online for your enjoyment! Oklahoma artists that will be performing: Stephen Salewon, Jenny Labow, Don’t Tell Dena, Kat Lock, Shoulda Been Blonde and Brian Gorrell Jazz Ensemble National artist that will […]
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The Annie Oakley :: Virtual Concert
The Annie Oakley might not be in Oklahoma City at the moment, but that doesn’t matter much since concert venues are closed to the public and the band’s shows for the next few months have been cancelled. The band seems to be handling social distancing pretty well; it’s going live 8 p.m. Thursday on Facebook […]
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Live [stream] from Ponyboy
While bars with food service have moved to delivery and carry-out, Oklahoma City’s music venues don’t have that option. But thanks to technology, concert lovers can still get their fix from the comfort of their homes (or wherever they can get a decent WiFi connection). Ponyboy is broadcasting live concerts from its venue in Uptown […]
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Electrical transformer
Trip Wire release party March 18 Seasoned Clothing & Apparel 243 W. Wilshire Blvd., Suite E facebook.com/tripgofficial The third in a trilogy of releases, Trip G’s Trip Wire shows multiple sides of the OKC hip-hop artist’s sound and personality. Trip G will perform songs from his latest release Thursday at his monthly Trip N Friends […]