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The Quads

The Quads

Show to see - The jazz group Equilateral from Cedar Falls, Iowa, will bring its smooth sounds to the Redstone Room stage on Friday, Nov. 6.

Nov 05, 2009 | 2:00 am | Loading…

I’ve been taken in by the innocent romance in ‘Twilight’

I’ve been taken in by the innocent romance in ‘Twilight’

I wrote last week that I finally succumbed to peer pressure and downloaded the "Twilight" and "New Moon" audio books on iTunes.

Nov 02, 2009 | 1:30 pm | Loading…

Be on the lookout for Muppets this Halloween

Adults looking to let their inner child loose this Halloween can participate in a Muppet-themed bar crawl.

Oct 30, 2009 | 4:55 pm | Loading…

The Quads

The Quads

Show to see - Raised in Rockford, Ill., Ernie Hendrickson, an Americana folk singer/songwriter will have a CD release party at 10 p.m. tonight, Thursday, Oct. 29, at RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave., Rock Island.

Oct 28, 2009 | 2:15 pm | Loading…

Daytrotter, RIBCO show one of the best I’ve seen

Tuesday night's Daytrotter Presents show at RIBCO featured the perfect lineup for a weeknight.

Oct 28, 2009 | 2:05 pm | Loading…

'Twilight' fever and red velvet cupcakes

'Twilight' fever and red velvet cupcakes

I've officially caught the "Twilight" fever.

Oct 27, 2009 | 10:30 am | Loading…

East Moline record label hosts showcase

East Moline record label hosts showcase

East Moline recording label Nail in the Coffin Records is hosting a Halloween showcase tonight at Mixtapes in East Moline.

Oct 23, 2009 | 3:25 pm | Loading…

Wayne Hancock’s 20-year-old song is relevant today

Wayne Hancock’s 20-year-old song is relevant today

When Wayne Hancock was 25, he had trouble finding a job. There was plenty of work to be had, but all of the positions wanted applicants with experience, which he couldn't get because nobody would give him a job.

Oct 22, 2009 | 3:00 am | Loading…

The Quads

The Quads

Show to see - If you're looking to take in some local music without emptying your wallet, check out the RIBCO Fall Homegrown Showcase.

Oct 22, 2009 | 2:00 am | Loading…

Win 2 free tickets to see Wooden Birds

Win 2 free tickets to see Wooden Birds

It's not often that I get to announce a giveaway deal. In fact, this is the first time.

Oct 21, 2009 | 3:30 pm | Loading…

Violent J answers a reader’s question

Violent J answers a reader’s question

Before my interview with Violent J from Insane Clown Posse, I asked readers whether they had any questions for him.

Oct 20, 2009 | 3:50 pm | Loading…

Tweetup redux

Oct 19, 2009 | 4:40 pm | Loading…

The Quads

The Quads

Show to see - The Quad-City-based touring band Strange Neighbors will take the stage Saturday night at the Redstone Room, 129 N. Main St., Davenport.

Oct 15, 2009 | 3:20 pm | Loading…

Haunted houses and a costumed Tweetup

As mentioned in previous blogs, I scare easily. So my one trip to Terror at Skellington Manor will satisfy my haunted ho…

Oct 13, 2009 | 10:40 am | Loading…

The Quads: Your going-out guide to the Quad-Cities

The Quads: Your going-out guide to the Quad-Cities

Show to see

Oct 09, 2009 | 4:55 pm | Loading…

Anyone headed to Barnstormer II?

Anyone headed to Barnstormer II?

I've heard from lots of folks who are pretty excited about Daytrotter's Barnstormer II tour.

Oct 07, 2009 | 1:45 pm | Loading…

It’s too early for The District to be dead

I headed down to The District on Friday night for the Joe Pug show and was very surprised to find ample parking available at 10:30 p.m.

Oct 05, 2009 | 12:15 pm | Loading…

The Quads

The Quads

Show to see - Although the Daytrotter Barnstormer II tour doesn't officially get going until Oct. 13, there will be a kickoff show at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, at the Secrest Octagonal Barn, 5750 Osage St., West Liberty, Iowa.

Oct 01, 2009 | 10:30 am | Loading…

Possible paranormal activity is picked up on Times video camera

Possible paranormal activity is picked up on Times video camera

I have a love/hate relationship with haunted houses.

Oct 01, 2009 | 2:00 am | Loading…

The Quads

The Quads

Show to see - SupernauT, voted the Midwest's best rock cover band in USA Today, will be at Uptown Neighborhood Bar and Grill, 2340 Spruce Hills Dr., Bettendorf, to celebrate the club's second anniversary.

Sep 24, 2009 | 2:00 am | Loading…

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