Where is the local music scene? Conventional knowledge finds it in the small coffee shops and dive bars of a city, but savvier minds find it on the internet. As social media has taken gig posters from record store windows to digital feeds over the years, the challenge to stay engaged with new bands in […]
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Don’t call it a comeback
Whatever you’re into, Tower Theatre’s Don’t Call It A Comeback series, co-sponsored by Oklahoma Gazette, launches July 16 and continues until the venue’s anniversary party on Aug. 7. Full-capacity shows resume Aug. 12 with Shakey Graves. All of the concerts are free, but some will be hosted at Ponyboy, which is adjacent to the Tower […]
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Block Rocking
Record Store Day is going to be a lot different this year. Guestroom Records, 3701 N. Western Ave., is teaming up with Mosaic and Cock-O-The-Walk to turn the day into a block party. From 9 a.m. to noon on June 12, the record store will be doing 15-minute appointments so that people may shop safely. […]
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Classen facelift
Three of Classen Boulevard’s most historic clubs are getting a makeover. The pandemic has forced all of Oklahoma City’s restaurants and bars to evaluate how they will operate moving forward. Frequently, emergency accommodations allow establishments to be open in limited capacities, but most of these practices are expected to be temporary. HiLo Club, Edna’s and […]
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COVER Audio crash
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 […]