DeKALB | The most recent post on Supercush's website reads, "Get ready. July 29th is the next show at the House in DeKalb. Go here first." ‘Here' is a hyperlink that leads to a high-quality earplug website. When the Dekalb-based heavy rock band seizes...
If you are looking for a band that is reminiscent of the bygone days of childhood, has a sound similar to the pop/punk movement of the ‘90s, but contains technical talent past the usual raw, minimalist style, allow me a moment to introduce you to a...
"Our old truck is no longer running, basically scrap metal, which means we have no way of getting to our shows!" read the smoke signals the Brothers Burn Mountain sent out Friday morning in the form of a Facebook status update. Before the acoustic duo...
DeKALB | It has been nearly a decade since DeKalb concert-goers first heard of the punk rock band Sleeping Under 47. In the years following, despite member changes and hiatuses, the band has grown in popularity to become a regular in the Northern Illinois...
Last call. If you're going to be too bogged-down during finals week, this could be your only chance to check out DeKalb's brand of arts and entertainment. Take a break from your studies and live it up before you head home for the summer. TONIGHT: WHAT:...
For many NIU students, the end is nigh. But before you get suited-up for graduation, take some time to experience a side of the city you might have never been privy to. There are some great concerts coming up this week, with a little something for everyone....
DeKALB | It's hard to keep music interesting. Jet Edison, a Colorado-based quartet, strives to keep its music fresh and energetic. The band's sound has been described as "genre-defying," according to drummer Alex Johnson. "We're kind of a genre-blending...
DeKALB | This Easter, seek wisdom from your priest...Judas Priest. Metalwest Fest II will take place at The House Cafe, 263 E. Lincoln Highway, at 4 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $7. The seven-hour show will feature a line-up of metal bands throughout the...
Some say comic book artist Jon Lennon is crazy. In fact, it was Ain't It Cool News who said his work "is not the product of a sane mind." Can you blame them? This is the guy who's books feature men shooting up their semen intravenously to get a fix. In...
DeKALB | Like Rats is a hardcore punk-inspired black metal band from Chicago. Citing heavy, aggressive influences such as Celtic Frost and Discharge, the group may look somewhat out of place when they play with the pop punk band The Wonder Years on Tuesday...
Having worked production for local concerts occasionally over the last couple years, I would like to go on record saying that working with Jynx Never Sticks is truly a treat. They always bring out a decent amount of people, and are nothing but polite...
Police are investigating two individual reports of shots being fired over the weekend in downtown DeKalb and in the neighborhood of Ridge and Rushmoore drives. DeKalb Police Lt. Gary Spangler said no one was injured in either case. Spangler said both...
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