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Web Update: Rascal Flatts thaws out Mizzou Arena
The Ohio country group followed sets by Hunter Hayes and Sara Evans.
Web Update: “We Always Swing” brings acclaimed Coltrane to Columbia
The jazz series has been steadily growing since its inception in 1995 and now hosts local jazz education as well as concerts.
Seven musicians, No Kings
Minnesota rap collective Doomtree brings its Twin Cities vibes to Columbia on Friday.
Web Update: Whistle Pigs bring the bluegrass, Loveless brings the country
The Illinois trio will stop by Mojo's on Jan. 19 with Loveless opening.
Blog post: The Beach Boys: 'Smile' – 5 out of 5 stars
Jack’s Mannequin: People and Things — 4 out of 5 stars
Pop rock group Jack’s Mannequin does what it does ...
Taking Back Sunday’s secret to success
Alternative staple plans to stick around for another decade, at least.
Blog post: “What’s Your Number?” – 2.5 out of 5 stars
Blog post: Gavin DeGraw: ‘Sweeter’ – 5 out of 5 stars
Colbie Caillat to get 'bubbly' in Columbia
The singer-songwriter will perform Sept. 30 at The Blue Note.
Albums to Study To
Normally, a few songs is enough to put someone in ...
MOVE to host The Wood Brothers at Mojo’s
The blues brothers are promoting their new album, "Smoke Ring Halo."
Blog post: Lil Wayne: 'Tha Carter IV' – 4 out of 5
Mavis Staples to perform at Roots ’N Blues
After Bonaroo and the Newport Folk Festival, Staples makes a stop at Roots ’N Blues.
Column: Scarf weather calls for similar music
Fall is on its way. All around campus, people are ...
Summerfest to host Robert Earl Keen concert
The free concert will begin at 7 p.m. Wednesday on Ninth Street.
Blog post: Sims: 'Wildlife EP' – 3.5 out of 5 stars
Forget your iPod, try these options
If you’re in a musical rut, here are six ways to branch out, bump your obscure-music-status and find bands similar to what you already like.
Feelin’ the Muzic in Mid-Missouri
First-ever Missouri Muzic Fest brings big names and martial arts to Boone County Fairgrounds.
Jason Derulo performs for crowd in Hearnes Center performance
The Miami-based singer entertained a large crowd with a free concert organized by MSA.
Web Update: Tommy and the High Pilots land in Columbia
The band will play Aug. 22 at Mojo’s
Blog post: Jason Derulo concert moved to Hearnes Center
Blog post: 311: 'Universal Pulse' – 4.5 out of 5 stars
Web Update: Jake Austin & The City Limits to perform at The Blue Note
The St. Louis band will compete for a spot at the 2011 Roots 'N Blues 'N BBQ Festival on Saturday.
Web Update: Ludo presents Space Dracula’s Basketball Expo
The band will play Aug. 7 at The Blue Note.
Column: Radio killed the real music star
Radio needs to value quality to rediscover financial success.
Beyonce’s 4 doesn’t live up to its epic title
Beyonce shows up, but doesn’t live up to expectations.
End of the summer playlist
Songs to draw out the precious few, last days of summer.
Upcoming campaign centers on new Performing Arts Center
The three-year-old proposal for new fine arts facilities could become a reality by 2020.
‘Chicago’ takes center stage for MU Theatre series
The MU Summer Repertory Theatre Program will also perform ‘The 39 Steps’ as well as two comedies.
Web Update: ‘Winter’s Bone’ musicians to perform in Columbia
Marideth Sisco and other musicians from the Academy Award-nominated “Winter’s Bone” will perform at The Blue Note.
Come for the classes, stay for the concerts
People with ears should be in for some good shows.
Musicians entertain, spread social justice at Global Sounds Music Festival
The MSA sponsored event focused on sustainability, social justice and awareness.
Blog post: The Antlers: ‘Bust Apart’ – 4 out of 5 stars
Blog post: Silverstein 'Rescue' – 5 out of 5 stars
Have no fear…festival season is here
MOVE takes a closer look at this summer's music festivals.
Indie rock with Ozark charm
The Maneater will present Ha Ha Tonka on Saturday at Mojo's.
Seasoned post-punk band The Walkmen still going strong
The Walkmen will play with The New Pornographers on Friday at The Blue Note.
Andre and the Giants prepares to split after graduation
After releasing its second album, Andre and the Giants is planning one last tour.
Choir and jazz ensembles combine for a night of Ellington and Hughes
This marks the first time the bands will perform together.
Columbia orchestra performs Spanish Spring Concert
The concert will take place in three parts.
Life on the road: A dirty, drunk, logistical nightmare
Local bands share their stories about life as touring musicians.
Jazz pianist creates cultural bridge
The Danilo Pérez Trio will perform Sunday at Murray's.
Music transcends language barrier, celebrates opening of Confucius Institute
Shanghai Normal University and MU performers played together at the event Friday.
Blog post: Panda Bear: 'Tomboy' – 3.5 out of 5 stars
Web Update: Passion, intensity, tears from Explosions in the Sky
The Austin, Texas natives played at The Blue Note on Sunday.
Classical infusion erases the stigma of modern composition
The Past & Future concert will combine classical compositions with original modern shorts.
Folk musician plants her roots, finds perspective
Folk artist Rae Fitzgerald will debut her album Of Wars and Waters on Wednesday at Mojo's.
Hollywood composers create soundtrack to my life
With a healthy does of original movie scores, meticulous daily routine becomes larger than life.
Plain White T's sophistication converts "Hey There Delilah" critic
The Plain White T's revamped sound changed this critic's mind about the once pre-teen sugarpop favorite.
Column: The song heard 'round the world: Rufus Wainwright's 'Hallelujah'
"I’ve heard there was a secret chord that David ...
Web Update: Plain White T's hit Columbia on April 6
The band will perform songs from their new album Wonders of the Younger.
Blog post: The Dodos: 'No Color' – 3.5 out of 5 stars
Independence from the industry, catharsis from creativity
Columbial music label Yards and Gods puts music before profit.
Rocky chooses the road over the abode
Rocky Votolato will perform March 26 at Mojo's.
The big city can't drag the country out of David Nail
The Award-winning country music artist David Nail will perform March 18 at The Blue Note.
When life gives Ra Ra Riot lemons, it makes an album about apples
Ra Ra Riot will perform with The Pomegranates at 8 p.m. March 14 at Mojo’s.
Award-winning clarinetist comes to The Blue Note
The next concert in the "We Always Swing" jazz series will take place March 12 at The Blue Note.
Web Update: Cold War Kids expands into deeper territories
The band will be performing with A Lull and Old Lights on March 15 at The Blue Note.
Blog post: Lupe Fiasco: 'Lasers' – 3.5 out of 5 stars
MU musicians shine in Emerging Artist Showcase
Five finalists preformed in the annual Emerging Artist Showcase Monday night.
Blog post: Eisley: 'The Valley' – 2.5 out of 5 stars
Menomena blends different musical talents, tastes
Portland based art-rockers Menomena will play alongside Maps & Atlases on March 9 at Mojo's.
Eastside brings back the '80s
The next "Totally Bitchin' '80s Dance Party" is March 5 at Eastside Tavern.
Maps & Atlases hangs on to its indie cred
The Chicago-based rockers will play with Menomena on March 9 at Mojo’s.
Art and music concert brings melodies to Jesse Hall
The fourth annual Art and Music concert featured art from the Museum of Art and Archeology.
Man in the Ring showcases unique range of talent on new album
The local band is releasing its second album, showcasing its live performances.
Web Update: MU a cappella group prepares new sounds for CD
Add 9 hopes to release its newest CD by the end of April.
Gospel Extravaganza shares history, roots of music
The event is part of the Big XII Conference on Black Student Government at MU this week.
Cursive brings back an older sound
The band will perform Friday at Mojo's, with Call Me Lightning and Boreal Hills.
Tech N9ne loves The Doors, his fans, the Blue Note
The rapper will perform March 2 at The Blue Note with Stevie Stone and The Cold Cuts.
Web Update: How Fall Out Boy broke my heart with six letters
Why I still won't beLIEve that Patrick, Joe, Pete and Andy are gone for good.
Mizzou Idol puts student talent in the spotlight
Sixteen contestants competed for judges Friday in Jesse Auditorium.
Web Update: Tommy and the High Pilots have little time for play
The band will play Feb. 24 at Mojo’s.
Web Update: Honky tonk star Stacie Collins lives the dream
The band will perform Feb. 18 at The Snorty Horse Saloon.
Blog post: Adele: '21' – 4.5 out of 5 stars
O Giant Man looks for breakthrough
Indie band O Giant Man will play Feb. 19 at The Blue Fugue.
Laura Jansen makes a play for the states
The singer-songwriter is attempting to match Dutch fame in America.
Blog post: Cut Copy: 'Zonoscope' – 5 out of 5 stars
MU professor brings African mbira to Columbia
Anand Prahlad will speak about the instrument and give a demonstration Thursday.
Music blog showcases local rappers
CampusMUsick will host a concert featuring Machine Gun Kelly on Friday at The Blue Note.
Blog post: Destroyer: 'Kaputt' — 3.5 out of 5 stars
Tokyo Police Club makes a splash in smaller US cities
The Canadian rockers will play at 7:30 p.m. Monday at The Blue Note.
The White Stripes preserve a legacy
Jack and Meg announced Wednesday the band has officially broken up.
Bandamonium in full swing with medium-rock competition
The final round will be Feb. 26 at The Blue Note.
Be-bop and modern music unite in jazz duo
Stanley Clarke and Hiromi will play Tuesday at The Blue Note.
MU celebrates International Day of Collaborative Music
MU celebrated the International Day of Collaborative Music with a concert.
Local supergroup Zappy LaReel jams for free
The band will play a free show at The Blue Note on Saturday.
Blog post: Ciara: 'Basic Instinct' — 2.5 out of 5 stars
Blog post: Langhorne Slim at Mojo's — 5 out of 5 stars
Minus the Bear conquers the mainstream
Minus the Bear will be playing at 7 p.m. Sunday at The Blue Note.
Staff picks: Our top 5 movies, albums, TV shows, songs and video games of 2010
The Maneater and MOVE editorial board members voted to compile these top 5 lists.
Web Update: Black and Gold soundtrack to feature artists from MSA concerts
Tracks by Wale, B.O.B. and Chiddy Bang are featured on the mixtape.
Web Update: Chiddy Bang welcomes growing audience
The hip-hop group will perform at The Blue Note on Wednesday.
Mizzou Forte makes melodies at Middlebush
The a capella ensemble covered songs by Lady GaGa, The Foo Fighters and Gwen Stefani.
Blog post: Daft Punk: 'Tron: Legacy' — 2 out of 5 stars
Blog post: Tommy and the High Pilots — 5 out of 5 stars
Jazz musician combines Beethoven with The Beatles
Jazz pianist Joey Calderazzo will play Dec. 5 at Murry’s.
Teen angst never ceases to amaze
Teenage angst brings back memories from high school.
Blog post: Rihanna: 'LOUD' — 4 out of 5 stars
IndyGround Entertainment celebrates 6 years at Mojo's
The local record label will host various artists at a party Friday.
Web Update: Tommy & The High Pilots reach new heights
The band will perform at Mojo’s on Wednesday.
Blog post: Girl Talk: 'All Day' — 3 out of 5 stars
Blog post: Keeping the blues alive
Blog post: REVIEW: The Hold Steady at The Blue Note
Web Update: Chucking some rock (music)
Columbia upstarts The Stonethrowers to play Saturday at Mojo’s.
Lowry Mall violinist plays for more than spare change
Brennus, a former contractor computer worker, has no formal training on the violin.
School of Music seeks funding for new performance space
The proposed building would be at the intersection of Hitt Street and University Avenue.
Delta Spirit tours country, venues big and small
The Southern California band will play Mojo’s on Tuesday.
All that Cuban jazz
Alfredo Rodriguez will play Nov. 17 at University Club Columns Ballroom in the Reynolds Alumni Center.
An ongoing tribute to Sublime
The band will play Nov. 16 at The Blue Note.
Get ready for the Sickest party around
Forever the Sickest Kids will play Nov. 15 at The Blue Note.
Expendables influenced by beach background
The Santa Cruz band will play Friday at Mojo's.
Blog post: NER*D: 'NOTHING' — 3 out of 5 stars
Blog post: Alter Bridge: 'AB III' — 4 out of 5 stars
Yonder Mountain visits the prairie
The band will come Nov. 10 to the Blue Note.
Band of Heathens rocks the stage
The band blends country, rock 'n' roll and soul.
Web Update: From bartending to bandleading
Wakey! Wakey! will play 8 p.m. Tuesday at Mojo’s.
Blog post: Weezer: 'Hurley' — 2 out of 5 stars
Blog post: Taylor Swift: 'Speak Now' — 4 out of 5 stars
Roots-based band is a family affair
The Wood Brothers mix geographical and personal influences.
Web Update: Joan of Arc versus the 'ills of the world'
The band Joan of Arc will play Tuesday at Mojo’s.
Music majors prepare children for futures in music
The organization aims to give young children a head start in music education.
Blog post: Avey Tare: 'Down There' — 2.5 out of 5 stars
Electronica artist Emancipator hits Columbia
The American artist got his start in Japan.
Los Campesinos! goes commercial
The brit rockers will hit up St. Louis' Firebird on Oct. 26.
Rock the roof off with Sevendust this weekend
Sevendust will play at The Blue Note with 10 Years and Since October.
Reinvented musician to perform at The Blue Note
Former ‘90s pop star finds new career in country.
Preparing for a taste of Ludo
The St. Louis band will play Oct. 16 at The Blue Note.
Blog post: Michael Franti pleases Columbia audience
Blog post: The Moondoggies: 'Tidelands'
Web Update: B.o.B. rocks Jesse Auditorium
The rapper played several fan favorites, including "Nothin' On You," "Airplanes" and "Magic."
Blog post: Local Natives show leaves audience in a daze
Father-sons musical trio showcases boy's talent
The 12-year-old already commands nine instruments in the family band.
Web Update: Schumann scholar gives insight into composer's life
The German is a 'hot topic' in the music school this season.
Column: 'Social Network' accurate portrait of our generation
It would be useless to ask you how many times ...
Web Update: Roots 'N Blues caters to Columbia's community
Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi headlined the festival.
Hardcore band The Great Sabatini hits Cafe Berlin
The Great Sabatini looks to release new material next year.
Blog post: Guster: 'Easy Wonderful' — 2 out of 5 stars
Slippy LaRue to release first official album Friday
The band plans to transition from local jam band to aspiring tourers.
Portugal. The Man signs to new record label, doesn’t sell out
The indie rockers will come to Mojo’s on Oct. 6 to spread some Alaskan love.
From boom box to recording studio
The Mountain Goats will play Oct. 5 at The Blue Note
Traditional blues with a twist
The Megan Boyer Band looks to expand its fan base and Roots 'N Blues.
Web Update: Trampled by Turtles comes out of shell
The band brings the speed and sound of bluegrass into the 21st century.
Column: Just watch the original 'Wall Street'
In 1987, director Oliver Stone presented to the world a ...
Road tripping on psychedelic Turbo Fruits
The band combines surf rock and rebellious lyrics.
Latin fusion band to add diversity to festival
LA MOVIDA will play at Roots 'N Blues on Saturday.
Blog post: The National plays the Uptown in Kansas City
Jazz Program releases debut CD
The CD, produced with the help of vibraphonist Mike Mainieri, is called Vertigo.
Tiger football players tackle original raps
The six Missouri football players make up the Kentucky Boulevard Boys.
Web Update: Flaming Lips return to Columbia after 10 years
The band played crowd favorites and was begged two encores.
Appleseed Cast marches, crescendos onward
The Lawrence-based band will play Sept. 24 at Mojo’s.
Nick and The Fireflies light up local music scene
The student band combines pop, funk and blues.
Jukebox the Ghost sets new standard for piano rock
The band will play at Cicero’s in St. Louis tonight.
Blog post: The Pixies play The Uptown in Kansas City
Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings put the groove in your bones
The soul train makes a stop at The Blue Note on Sept. 20.
Americana with a splash of Missouri grit
The HipNecks' newest release has historical themes.
Blog post: Weezer: 'Hurley' — 4.5 out of 5 stars
Column: iPods: Hearing hazard?
When I was a freshman, way back in 2004, iPods ...
Blog post: The Walkmen: 'Lisbon' — 4 out of 5 stars
David Bazan standing on his own two feet
Singer-songwriter David Bazan plays Sept. 15 at The Blue Note.
Blog post: Robyn: 'Body Talk Pt 2' — 3.5 out of 5 stars
Blog post: Interpol: 'Interpol' — 3 out of 5 stars
Web Update: Sam Adams brews electronic raps for college crowds
The East coast artist will be at The Blue Note on Sept. 8.
Big Muddy Blues Festival brings soul to St. Louis
The festival will feature Booker T and will take place over Sept. 4 and 5.
Stone Cold Stevie hits The Blue Note
The Columbia-native rapper moves past typical hip-hop clichés.
An ode to the King of Pop
Michael Jackson changed the way we listen to music.
Column: Keep it simple, indie rock
This column can be directed to all you obscure and ...
Mizzou Lunchtime Talent entertains at new student center
The event will take place every other Wednesday.
Perpetual Groove to soothe Columbia
The Georgia-based band heads to The Blue Note.
Blog post: Katy Perry: 'Teenage Dream'
Blog post: Ra Ra Riot: 'The Orchard'
Aliens land on campus brandishing Abduction: The Mixtape
The promotional tactic for local hip-hop artist Goone aims to create buzz around Columbia.
Web Update: Ludo milks it on new single "Whipped Cream"
The St. Louis band will play at a free concert in Columbia.
Web Update: Glitching to the beat of its own drum
Electronic threesome The Glitch Mob rolls into The Blue Note.
Web Update: Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears find something sweet
The Austin-based band incorporates blues influences in their music.
Blog post: Arcade Fire: 'The Suburbs'
Web Update: Emo-pop evolves
Arizona natives The Maine are currently on their first headlining tour
Web Update: Breaking out of its scene
Arizona band The Maine is on its first headlining tour.
Auto-tuned out
Artists are supplementing lack of talent with technology.
Being Alone never felt so great
Weezer’s Rivers Cuomo showcases song writing talent on early recordings.
Web Update: Rooney hits road after long awaited release
The California darlings’ new album was released on its own label.
Web Update: Los Lonely Boys' Texican rock headlines Columbia’s Summerfest
The Texas natives keep family at the center of their music.
Local Natives shine at South by Southwest festival
The band includes graphic artists as members and produces its own artwork.
Mizzou Horn Choir ends on a high note
The Choir has nine players ranging from freshmen to graduate students.
Web Update: Avi Buffalo spreads '60s folk-rock
Buffalo and band mates graze fame on the brink of their debut release.
What's behind Final Veil?
The band will perform April 17 at Mojo's with Moon Belly Dance Studio.
Listen to your mother's iPod
It's Mad Season yet again.
Web Update: Japandroids: Not for the faint of heart
The rough-around-the-edges duo will hit Mojo's April 12.
Wakarusa wakes up Columbia's electronic music scene
Electronic DJs will battle their way to the Interstellar stage Thursday.
Portugal. The Man shares its own American Ghetto
The Alaskan band pumped out its new album in about two weeks.
Get down with The Getdown Underground
The band brings reggae to Columbia.
A cappella group Chai-Town keeps Indian heritage alive
The student musical group has won local and national competitions.
Scientist Daniel Levitin explains lobes and lyrics
The speaker fused music and science in 'This is Your Brain on Music.'
'At Last' Mizzou Idol takes stage
Senior Keertana Sastry won a paid trip to 'American Idol' tryouts.
Titus Andronicus goes hi-fi
The band's new album reaches to the Civil War for inspiration.
Web Update: Best of the music blogosphere
Musically discouraged? Go straight to the best.
The Shins wrote the rules for indie music
Rewind with The Shins' classic indie music.
The Low Anthem doesn't play by the rules
These Ivy Leaguers got their start at Brown University.
Blog post: Local Natives debut talent with vocals
Jason Derulo gets in your head
The artists' self-titled album is slated for release March 2.
jj overshadows originals with catchy covers
It's pretty clear Swedish indie-poppers jj have something for ...
Carbon Leaf takes a breather with Nothing Rhymes with Woman
The group took a relaxed approach to compiling its new album.
Latest Xiu Xiu album not for new listeners
In the 10 years Xiu Xiu has been putting out ...
One Life Stand fails to inspire listeners
Electronic juggernaut Hot Chip might have missed with their decidedly ...
Toro Y Moi experiments with chillwave music
Swirling keyboards and an abundance of reverb are distinguishing characteristics ...
Web Update: Frank Reed finds a nice in Columbia
Reed's music takes on an absurdist twist to address real issues
Inspiration strikes St. Vincent
Annie Clark's Actor is a defiant statement against the sophomore slump.
Frank Reed makes his niche in Columbia
Reed's music takes on an absurdist twist to address real issues.
B.o.B.'s May 25th shows promise
B.o.B. prepares for his debut release with a self-promoting mixtape.
Four Tet keeps his footing with There is Love in You
Kieran Hebden experiments with his already experimental sound.
No Coast Battles attracts fans at The Blue Note
The rap battle took stage at a bigger venue to a bigger crowd.
Gettin' jiggy with "Getting' Jiggy Wit It"
Egyptian dress and multi-colored suits? All part of Smith's appeal.
The Blue Note hosts Girls
The Smith Westerns will be one opening act Monday.
Beach House releases Teen Dream
The latest album from Beach House excels with every track.
SMKA another hit from Atlanta
SMKA worked with many artists to produce The 808 Experiment Vol. 2.
Vampire Weekend's Contra excites listeners
The sophomore album release tones it down with R&B beats.
Slippy LaRue promises booty-shaking good time
The band will be playing in the Summercamp On The Road tour.
Web Update: Los Campesinos! falls out with love
Los Campesinos! makes a spunky downward love spiral.
Keller Williams 'Odd' as ever
Williams returns to The Blue Note on his album tour.
Local DJs start Dirty Disco! Dance Party
Two DJs attempt to start an electronic dance scene in Columbia.
