Reviews: Great showing of local music this past weekend
Jan 18th
It was a busy weekend with lots of fun music shows to check out. On Saturday night, I went to check out folk/soul singer William Elliott Whitmore at the Winter Fundraiser for Rollin’ On the River in Keokuk, Iowa, and on Sunday, I went over to Turner Hall here in Quincy to show my support for the Local Area Musicians Charity Fundraiser.
The turnout at both shows was amazing and gives me hope for the local music scene. People braved the cold and the non-television music halls for a great showing of local talent. Per usual, I want to give you my thoughts on the two shows and show anyone that didn’t go to a show that they missed out.
Public shows up in droves to support local performer William Elliott Whitmore
William Elliott Whitmore
First up was the talented Mr. Whitmore with his fancy duds and foot stomping good tunes. He started his first set by singing a song with only his voice and his boot hitting the ground while perched on the edge of a stool and closing his eyes.
He has the most incredible energy while singing from the beginning to the end. A few people, myself included, said it was one of the best shows we’ve seen recently. His voice is true to his recordings, but like any real and good artist, it shines more live and in-person. He comes across as truly authentic to his persona of growing up in the Mississippi mud teaching himself to play banjo and acoustic guitar.
Every age and walk of life showed up in droves to check out this Lee County, Iowa, musician on the verge of stardom, and they were not disappointed. Most seats were full of the older generations, while the rest of us sat cross-legged on the dance floor to watch this young man do what he does best. As I looked around the room, I realized, or at least I hoped, that the older generations were thinking that ours has good taste and can produce a classic.
He mostly performed originals, since he has quite a few albums out, except I did notice an amazing rendition of “Ain’t No Sunshine.” Several originals had people tapping their feet and clapping along, especially his song about the Flood of 93, which touched so many lives in the area. It was my first experience of someone that talented, being from the exact place I grew up, writing songs about their specific experiences and I could relate so whole-heartedly.
After purchasing his album on vinyl (even though I already own the digital version) from his very supportive girlfriend, I had Whitmore sign it and talked with him for a moment. He has such an old soul that he seems as though he’d be most comfortable, with his tattooed arms and gravelly voice, sitting on a front porch on a warm evening jamming with friends.
I cannot stress enough that this is a show that everyone who loves music has to see. You won’t have to wait long, since Whitmore is performing at the Grand Theater in Keokuk March 13. I hope to see you there.
Local Area Musicians Charity Fundraiser pulls at the heart-strings and raises money
As for the show on Sunday, the Local Area Musicians Charity Fundraiser, I must be honest and say that I was not expecting a good turnout. With this area being so intent on cheering on some sports team or another, I figured that this was going to be another Sunday fundraiser with few attendees. As I walked in about 1 p.m., I realized how mistaken I was. The place already had every table filled and many other people were standing. It was the best turnout for a Sunday show that I know of for quite some time.
Rude Awakening
As the day went on, people kept pouring in. The show benefited Hannibal’s Leaps of Love and was a reunion show for Rude Awakening. Six other local bands played and there was food available for purchase. The entire event had such an upbeat feel to it and was truly a great time. People brought their kids and ate food, while watching several great local bands perform.
About half-way through the day, Miss Mark Twain went up on stage with her father to talk about the Leaps of Love stuffed frogs they give out to child cancer patients, then they talked about when she went through cancer treatments herself as a little girl. Talk about pulling at the old heart-strings, but they did it in the most eloquent way. They told everyone why they started Leaps of Love and why it is so important to continue the organization that helps families with added expenses while their children are going through cancer treatments.
I’m so proud of everyone who went out on a cold, dreary football-laden Sunday for a good cause and to support local music. I had an amazing time, and it is weekends like this that give me more hope for the local music scene to keep growing.
Check back later in the week for show listings.
Jessica Martin
jmartin@whig.com
Local music has plenty to offer this winter weekend
Jan 15th
Damaged Goods (rock)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Friday
WHERE: Scribbles, Hannibal
HOW MUCH: No cover
INFO: www.myspace.com/damagedgoodsband1
Kidnap the Sun, Dissenter, McFoley and No Zodiac (indie/rock)
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: Music @ the Mall, 300 Main, Keokuk, Iowa
HOW MUCH: $5, all ages
INFO: www.myspace.com/musicatthemall
Reverend Deadeye and Mob Action (punk/rockabilly)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: Kix Club, Quincy
INFO: www.myspace.com/mobaction4
Predawn Hour (rock)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: Goobies, New Canton, Ill.
INFO: www.myspace.com/predawnhour
SevenD2 (rock)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: Chasers, Rushville, Ill.
INFO: www.myspace.com/sevend2
William Elliott Whitmore (folk/soul)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: Knights of Columbus Hall, 11 N. Sixth, Keokuk
INFO: www.williamelliottwhitmore.com
Local Area Musicians Charity Fundraiser
BANDS: Rude Awakening, Nowake, Pimpkatz, Predawn Hour, Shanghi-Lil, 8:58, Alykai.
WHEN: Noon Sunday.
WHERE: Turner Hall, 926 Hampshire, Quincy.
HOW MUCH: $3, all ages
EVENTS: There are 50/50 drawings and a drawing for a custom-made cherry chest. All proceeds will benefit Leaps of Love.
INFO: For information on the fundraiser, go to tinyurl.com/musicfundraiser, and for information on Leaps of Love, e-mail info@leapsoflove.org.
Support local music and go to a show!
Jessica Martin
jmartin@whig.com
Fans wanted a Rude Awakening and that's what they will get at Sunday's fundraiser
Jan 14th
The early days of Rude Awakening.
Hannibal rock group Rude Awakening was considered a “hair band” when they started in 1989. After the members went their separate ways in the late ’90s, the band didn”t really think about playing together. But some old fans gave them the idea for a reunion show.
Bass player Mike Gilbert dubbed the show the Local Area Musicians Charity Fundraiser and added six other area acts to the Sunday lineup, including Nowake, Pimpkatz, Predawn Hour, Shanghi-Lil, 8:58 and Alykai.
Having a show with so many local bands led the group to decide that the show should benefit a worthy organization, and Leaps of Love came to mind. It is an organization devoted to “helping families affected by childhood cancer.” The show starts at noon, and admission is $3. People of all ages are welcome to attend.
Below is a Q&A with event organizer Mike Gilbert about the band’s reunion, the Sunday show and why he believes in this charity.
RUDE AWAKENING MEMBERS OVER THE YEARS
Lee Whittaker, Mike Gilbert, Brad Blackburn, John Cormier, Jamie Fenton, Skeeter Whittaker, Scott Smith, Bub Main, JR Engle and Steve Cowser
THE BEGINNING
Rude Awakening started in 1989 with Bub Main, John Cormier and myself who all had played in a band previously. We stuck it out and went in search of a singer and another guitar player, Lee Whittaker came on board as the singer and Brad Blackburn joined us as guitar player.
In 1989, we played our first gig at Culver-Stockton College in Canton, Mo. We went in there pretty confident but still shocked that we were getting paid.
We played music until 1993 with that original lineup, but the Flood of 93 kind of put a damper on things and we took a break. Later that year or early 1994, original members formed back minus Brad, and Jamie Fenton joined as guitarist. There were a few guitar changes, including Skeeter Whittaker and Scott Smith. In early ’96 Bub left the band and we went in search of a drummer. JR Engle sat in with us for a number of months while we found a permanent replacement, then we found Steve Cowser, who stayed with us until 2001, when we all took that final break.
BEST MEMORY
My best time ever in this band was when we opened for a big name band at a club down on Front Street in 1991. Puzzles Pub, it was one of the best crowds I could remember; that place was packed.
REUNION
The reunion came about because of past fans and people asking us to get back togeather to play a night somewhere. I came up with the idea that if we are gonna get back together and play, and the people want to see us, then I wanted to use it to raise money for a good cause. That’s where “Leaps Of Love ” and all my friends in all these bands became part of this whole event.
SONG CHOICES
Although Rude Awakening had some original songs, this event we will mostly play the covers of that period, the 80s and 90s.
MUSICAL INFLUENCES
Van Halen, Motley Crue and Rush.
CHARITY CHOICE
I figured if we were gonna get back together for a jam and draw people in, why not seek out a few friends and raise some money, it started out with another local band Nowake, because my son Michael sings with that band, and along with the other members decided to go with it. The more I talked about it to people, the more interest I had in others wanting to help and it has grown to now seven bands, and I have had to turn down others sadly.
We chose “Leaps of Love” as the charity that benefit from this event. The directors of “Leaps of Love” are Sandy Terry and Patty Light. They have been helping families affected with childhood cancer since 1992. The charity they were affiliated with for that long is a great thing but a national thing. In September of this year, they started “Leaps of Love” for the sole purpose of being a viable resource in Hannibal and a 100 mile radius for helping families who have children who are receiving treatments for cancer and other related illnesses. The establishment of ” Leaps of Love ” ensures that money raised in this community will, indeed, stay within this community. More info of this charity can be found by e-mailing info@leapsoflove.org.
FUTURE PLANS FOR RUDE AWAKENING
I am actually back on the market as a bass player, but as for Rude Awakening, with all the members spread all over the states, it would have to be member changes again. That just wouldn’t be the same, so I have to say this is one-time only thing. If you want to see us, this is it.
SUNDAY SHOW
I think you will hear a great selection of good rock music, by some very good local bands. I personally know a lot of these musicians and consider them friends as well as very talented musicians. The local music scene is still there, and I’m still amazed at the talent this area produces. The name of this event is the first annual “Local Area Musicians” Charity Fundraiser and I hope to organize it each year. This year i was surprised at the interest and next year I really think we could have a two-day festival, with a lot more time to plan. I thank each and every musician this Sunday for helping out with this great cause. Even the ones not playing, because I know there is going to be many musicians in the crowd that day.
Jessica Martin
jmartin@whig.com
Check back tomorrow for a list of area shows this weekend, thank you.
Fans wanted a Rude Awakening and that’s what they will get at Sunday’s fundraiser
Jan 14th
The early days of Rude Awakening.
Hannibal rock group Rude Awakening was considered a “hair band” when they started in 1989. After the members went their separate ways in the late ’90s, the band didn”t really think about playing together. But some old fans gave them the idea for a reunion show.
Bass player Mike Gilbert dubbed the show the Local Area Musicians Charity Fundraiser and added six other area acts to the Sunday lineup, including Nowake, Pimpkatz, Predawn Hour, Shanghi-Lil, 8:58 and Alykai.
Having a show with so many local bands led the group to decide that the show should benefit a worthy organization, and Leaps of Love came to mind. It is an organization devoted to “helping families affected by childhood cancer.” The show starts at noon, and admission is $3. People of all ages are welcome to attend.
Below is a Q&A with event organizer Mike Gilbert about the band’s reunion, the Sunday show and why he believes in this charity.
RUDE AWAKENING MEMBERS OVER THE YEARS
Lee Whittaker, Mike Gilbert, Brad Blackburn, John Cormier, Jamie Fenton, Skeeter Whittaker, Scott Smith, Bub Main, JR Engle and Steve Cowser
THE BEGINNING
Rude Awakening started in 1989 with Bub Main, John Cormier and myself who all had played in a band previously. We stuck it out and went in search of a singer and another guitar player, Lee Whittaker came on board as the singer and Brad Blackburn joined us as guitar player.
In 1989, we played our first gig at Culver-Stockton College in Canton, Mo. We went in there pretty confident but still shocked that we were getting paid.
We played music until 1993 with that original lineup, but the Flood of 93 kind of put a damper on things and we took a break. Later that year or early 1994, original members formed back minus Brad, and Jamie Fenton joined as guitarist. There were a few guitar changes, including Skeeter Whittaker and Scott Smith. In early ’96 Bub left the band and we went in search of a drummer. JR Engle sat in with us for a number of months while we found a permanent replacement, then we found Steve Cowser, who stayed with us until 2001, when we all took that final break.
BEST MEMORY
My best time ever in this band was when we opened for a big name band at a club down on Front Street in 1991. Puzzles Pub, it was one of the best crowds I could remember; that place was packed.
REUNION
The reunion came about because of past fans and people asking us to get back togeather to play a night somewhere. I came up with the idea that if we are gonna get back together and play, and the people want to see us, then I wanted to use it to raise money for a good cause. That’s where “Leaps Of Love ” and all my friends in all these bands became part of this whole event.
SONG CHOICES
Although Rude Awakening had some original songs, this event we will mostly play the covers of that period, the 80s and 90s.
MUSICAL INFLUENCES
Van Halen, Motley Crue and Rush.
CHARITY CHOICE
I figured if we were gonna get back together for a jam and draw people in, why not seek out a few friends and raise some money, it started out with another local band Nowake, because my son Michael sings with that band, and along with the other members decided to go with it. The more I talked about it to people, the more interest I had in others wanting to help and it has grown to now seven bands, and I have had to turn down others sadly.
We chose “Leaps of Love” as the charity that benefit from this event. The directors of “Leaps of Love” are Sandy Terry and Patty Light. They have been helping families affected with childhood cancer since 1992. The charity they were affiliated with for that long is a great thing but a national thing. In September of this year, they started “Leaps of Love” for the sole purpose of being a viable resource in Hannibal and a 100 mile radius for helping families who have children who are receiving treatments for cancer and other related illnesses. The establishment of ” Leaps of Love ” ensures that money raised in this community will, indeed, stay within this community. More info of this charity can be found by e-mailing info@leapsoflove.org.
FUTURE PLANS FOR RUDE AWAKENING
I am actually back on the market as a bass player, but as for Rude Awakening, with all the members spread all over the states, it would have to be member changes again. That just wouldn’t be the same, so I have to say this is one-time only thing. If you want to see us, this is it.
SUNDAY SHOW
I think you will hear a great selection of good rock music, by some very good local bands. I personally know a lot of these musicians and consider them friends as well as very talented musicians. The local music scene is still there, and I’m still amazed at the talent this area produces. The name of this event is the first annual “Local Area Musicians” Charity Fundraiser and I hope to organize it each year. This year i was surprised at the interest and next year I really think we could have a two-day festival, with a lot more time to plan. I thank each and every musician this Sunday for helping out with this great cause. Even the ones not playing, because I know there is going to be many musicians in the crowd that day.
Jessica Martin
jmartin@whig.com
Check back tomorrow for a list of area shows this weekend, thank you.
Q&A with international touring folk/soul performerwho is raising funds for Keokuk blues festival
Jan 13th
William Elliott-Whitmore is a folk/soul artist from a small town near Keokuk, Iowa, called Montrose, Iowa. I came across his music while reading an indie magazine called Paste last March. You can read that post here.
He is performing Saturday at the Rollin’ on the River Blues Festival Committee’s Winter Fundraiser at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 11 N Sixth, Keokuk. Doors open at 7 p.m. with entertainment beginning at 8 p.m. Admission is $10 at the door.
For more from Whitmore and on the fundraiser, check out Thursday’s edition of the Herald-Whig. Below is a Q&A with Whitmore about everything from how he started singing to who his dream lineup would be.
THE BEGINNING
I’ve always enjoyed singing. Being from a family of modest means, it was always a joy that was free, that was self contained. I didn’t need to buy anything to make it happen. I could sing and I could write. Both of my grandfathers played the banjo and my father played the acoustic guitar. They’ve all passed away and when I inherited the instruments I taught myself to play. I never looked back.
PLAYING INSTRUMENTS
During a show my two main instruments are the acoustic guitar and the banjo. I do some songs with vocals only. With recording I embellish a bit, using everything from organs and piano, to cello and accordian.
A SONG IS BORN
Each song is born in a different way. Lyrics and music are joined in a way that I find pleasing.
FIRST GIGS
I used to just show up at parties and get-togethers when I was a teenager and start playing. I got my confidence up like that and it was a good way to ‘cut my teeth.’ The first real gig that somebody asked me to play was a spring program at my high school. It went well and I knew I didn’t want to do anything else.
TOURING
I tour for a living which means I’m on the road more than I’m home. It treats me well and I’ve seen some amazing places because of it. I’ve played in Rome, Georgia and Rome, Italy and everywhere in between. I’ve played castles in Scotland and world war II bunkers in Germany. Most of my tour stories aren’t fit to print, but let’s just say they’ll never forget me in Amsterdam.
LATEST RECORDING
"Animals In the Dark"
My latest record is called “Animals in the Dark.”
BEGINNING A NEW YEAR
2010 holds for me a lot of touring. I am also working on a couple of new musical projects.
DREAM LINEUP
The show I’d love to be in the front row of would consist of Bill Withers, Leadbelly and Johnny Cash.
ROLLIN’ ON THE RIVER FUNDRAISER IN KEOKUK, IOWA
I wanted to play the event because it’s a worthy cause. The whole community will benefit from what this group is doing. People can expect a good time when they attend one of my shows.
KEOKUK
My favorite thing to do in Keokuk is to go down to the river and watch the barges lock through the dam.
Jessica Martin
jmartin@whig.com
Q&A with international touring folk/soul performerwho is raising funds for Keokuk blues festival
Jan 13th
William Elliott-Whitmore is a folk/soul artist from a small town near Keokuk, Iowa, called Montrose, Iowa. I came across his music while reading an indie magazine called Paste last March. You can read that post here.
He is performing Saturday at the Rollin’ on the River Blues Festival Committee’s Winter Fundraiser at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 11 N Sixth, Keokuk. Doors open at 7 p.m. with entertainment beginning at 8 p.m. Admission is $10 at the door.
For more from Whitmore and on the fundraiser, check out Thursday’s edition of the Herald-Whig. Below is a Q&A with Whitmore about everything from how he started singing to who his dream lineup would be.
THE BEGINNING
I’ve always enjoyed singing. Being from a family of modest means, it was always a joy that was free, that was self contained. I didn’t need to buy anything to make it happen. I could sing and I could write. Both of my grandfathers played the banjo and my father played the acoustic guitar. They’ve all passed away and when I inherited the instruments I taught myself to play. I never looked back.
PLAYING INSTRUMENTS
During a show my two main instruments are the acoustic guitar and the banjo. I do some songs with vocals only. With recording I embellish a bit, using everything from organs and piano, to cello and accordian.
A SONG IS BORN
Each song is born in a different way. Lyrics and music are joined in a way that I find pleasing.
FIRST GIGS
I used to just show up at parties and get-togethers when I was a teenager and start playing. I got my confidence up like that and it was a good way to ‘cut my teeth.’ The first real gig that somebody asked me to play was a spring program at my high school. It went well and I knew I didn’t want to do anything else.
TOURING
I tour for a living which means I’m on the road more than I’m home. It treats me well and I’ve seen some amazing places because of it. I’ve played in Rome, Georgia and Rome, Italy and everywhere in between. I’ve played castles in Scotland and world war II bunkers in Germany. Most of my tour stories aren’t fit to print, but let’s just say they’ll never forget me in Amsterdam.
LATEST RECORDING
"Animals In the Dark"
My latest record is called “Animals in the Dark.”
BEGINNING A NEW YEAR
2010 holds for me a lot of touring. I am also working on a couple of new musical projects.
DREAM LINEUP
The show I’d love to be in the front row of would consist of Bill Withers, Leadbelly and Johnny Cash.
ROLLIN’ ON THE RIVER FUNDRAISER IN KEOKUK, IOWA
I wanted to play the event because it’s a worthy cause. The whole community will benefit from what this group is doing. People can expect a good time when they attend one of my shows.
KEOKUK
My favorite thing to do in Keokuk is to go down to the river and watch the barges lock through the dam.
Jessica Martin
jmartin@whig.com
Live music carries on into the new year with acoustic and rock shows
Jan 9th
Support local music and go to a show!
Special acoustic show with Warren Franklin of Weight In Words, Nalani Proctor and Whistle For The Choir
WHEN: 7 p.m. Jan. 8
WHERE: Music @ the Mall, 300 Main, Keokuk, Iowa
HOW MUCH: $3, all ages
INFO: www.myspace.com/musicatthemall
The Desolate, Soy City Stranglers, With Smoke Inhaled abd Dead Tooth (rock)
WHEN: 7 p.m. Jan. 9
WHERE: Music @ the Mall, 300 Main, Keokuk, Iowa
HOW MUCH: $5, all ages
INFO: www.myspace.com/musicatthemall
Secondhand Smoke (rock)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Jan. 9
WHERE: Streeter’s Lounge, 1000 Hampshire, Mount Sterling, Ill.
No Lane Road (rock)
WHEN: 8:30 p.m. Jan. 9
WHERE: Tiny’s Place, Barry, Ill.
HOW MUCH: No cover charge.
Olivus (rock)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Jan. 9
WHERE: Rookies Sportsbar, Hannibal, Mo.
HOW MUCH: No cover.
Close 2 Nowhere (rock)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Jan. 9
WHERE: Sportsmans Bar, Hannibal, Mo
George Cate (acoustic)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Jan. 9
WHERE: Kutters, Quincy
INFO: www.myspace.com/georgecateacoustic
Jessica Martin
jmartin@whig.com
No need for planning ahead with reservations or tickets this New Years eve
Dec 29th
There are quite a few last minute New Year’s eve shows available and you don’t need reservations or tickets. Also, I went ahead and put the show listings for this weekend and next weekend. Have a fun and safe holiday!
NEW YEARS EVE
Cheeks McGee (acoustic)
WHEN: 1-5 Dec. 31
WHERE: Spirit Knob Winery, Ursa, Ill.
HOW MUCH: $5, 21 and over
ImpaKt Band (country)
WHEN: 5:30 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: Illinois Veteran’s Home, Quincy
HOW MUCH: Free
Movin’ On (variety)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: The Grove Inn, 6510 Broadway
Staggard (Southern and classic rock)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: Warsaw Brewery, Warsaw, Ill.
The Pimpkatz (rock)
WHEN: 10 p.m., Dec. 31
WHERE: Adams Trading Post
INFO: www.myspace.com/thepimpkatz
Days Taken (rock)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: The West End, Clayton, Ill.
Vertigo (rock)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: Back Alley Bar and Grill, Pittsfield, Ill.
Torque (rock)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: Twilight Zone, 906 Hampshire
HOW MUCH: $5
INFO: www.myspace.com/torquerocks
Shanghi Lil (classic rock)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: Rivercity Billiards, Hannibal, Mo.
Laughing Soul (rock)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: Tippenneckers, Keokuk, Iowa
ImpaKt Band (country)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: Eagles Club, Quincy
HOW MUCH: $15 per ticket
WEEKEND SHOWS
BLEND (A capella)
WHEN: 7 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: Star Theatre, 215 S. Main, Hannibal, Mo.
HOW MUCH: $10
INFO: Call (573) 221-6545.
Victory Over Tryanny, Less Than 3, The Perfect Ending and Tropical Punks (punk/hardcore)
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: Music @ the Mall, 300 Main, Keokuk, Iowa
HOW MUCH: $5, all ages
INFO: www.myspace.com/musicatthemall
NEXT WEEKEND
Special acoustic show with Warren Franklin of Weight In Words, Nalani Proctor and Whistle For The Chior
WHEN: 7 p.m. Jan. 8
WHERE: Music @ the Mall, 300 Main, Keokuk, Iowa
HOW MUCH: $3, all ages
INFO: www.myspace.com/musicatthemall
The Desolate, Soy City Stranglers, With Smoke Inhaled abd Dead Tooth (rock)
WHEN: 7 p.m. Jan. 9
WHERE: Music @ the Mall, 300 Main, Keokuk, Iowa
HOW MUCH: $5, all ages
INFO: www.myspace.com/musicatthemall
Olivus (rock)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Jan. 9
WHERE: Rookies Sportsbar, Hannibal, Mo.
HOW MUCH: No cover.
Close 2 Nowhere (rock)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Jan. 9
WHERE: Sportsmans Bar, Hannibal, Mo.
Jessica Martin
jmartin@whig.com
Holidays boast more than presents and egg nog this year
Dec 18th
It is that time of year again, and I know all of you are so excited for what is coming. I know you can hardly contain yourselves, so you can finally cheer with all your hearts.
The list of holiday shows is FINALLY HERE!
OK, so maybe you thought I was talking about that little old Christmas holiday, but this is so much better. Below is a list of live music shows for you to attend from now until New Year’s Eve, so plan ahead to rock out this holiday season!
Damaged Goods (rock)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Friday
WHERE: Scribbles, Hannibal, Mo.
HOW MUCH: Free
INFO: www.myspace.com/damagedgoodsband1
TIPS: This is the band’s opening show to start playing out.
Predawn Hour and Dead Giveaway (rock)
WHEN: 11 p.m. Friday
WHERE: Twilight Zone, 906 Hampshire
HOW MUCH: $4
INFO: www.myspace.com/predawnhour
TIPS: Dead Giveaway is performing special at this show for only the second time in over 10 years.
Dave Chastain (blues)
WHEN: 8:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday
WHERE: The Club Tavern, Quincy
Predawn Hour (rock)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Dec. 19
WHERE: The Grove Inn, 6510 Broadway
All’s Forgotten (rock)
WHEN: 8:30 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: Dugout Lounge, Monroe City, Mo.
HOW MUCH: No cover charge.
TIPS: This is the last show of the year for All’s Forgotten before they head back to the studio.
The Blushing Gun, The Brave Adult Club and Whistle For The Choir (indie/hardcore)
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: Music @ the Mall, 300 Main, Keokuk, Iowa
HOW MUCH: $5, all ages
INFO: www.myspace.com/musicatthemall
Fielder (jam)
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: Ridge View Winery, Mount Sterling, Ill.
INFO: www.myspace.com/fielderband
TIPS: The Ridge View Winery is gaining popularity as a place to check out live music.
Days Taken (rock)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: Chasers, Rushville, Ill.
INFO: www.myspace.com/daystakenmusic
Trifecta (rock)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: The Blind Pig, North 12th Street
HOW MUCH: $2
CHRISTMAS WEEK
The Jackets (comedy)
WHEN: 6 p.m. Dec. 26
WHERE: Turner Hall, 926 Hampshire
HOW MUCH: Donations.
INFO: www.myspace.com/thejackets
Iceberg, Thin Ice and Pushing On (hardcore)
WHEN: 7 p.m. Dec. 29
WHERE: Music @ the Mall, 300 Main, Keokuk, Iowa
HOW MUCH: $5, all ages
INFO: www.myspace.com/musicatthemall
TIPS: This is a special Tuesday night hardcore show at Music @ the Mall.
NEW YEARS EVE
ImpaKt Band (country)
WHEN: 5:30 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: Illinois Veterans Home, Quincy
HOW MUCH: Free
Movin’ On (variety)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: The Grove Inn, 6510 Broadway
Staggard (Southern and classic rock)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: Warsaw Brewery, Warsaw, Ill.
INFO: www.myspace.com/staggard
The Pimpkatz (rock)
WHEN: 10 p.m., Dec. 31
WHERE: Adams Trading Post
INFO: www.myspace.com/thepimpkatz
Days Taken (rock)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: The West End, Clayton, Ill.
Vertigo (rock)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: Back Alley Bar and Grill, Pittsfield, Ill.
Torque (rock)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: Twilight Zone, 906 Hampshire
HOW MUCH: $5
INFO: www.myspace.com/torquerocks
Shanghi Lil (classic rock)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: Rivercity Billiards, Hannibal, Mo.
Laughing Soul (rock)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: Tippenneckers, Keokuk, Iowa
ImpaKt Band (country)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Dec. 31
WHERE: Eagles Club, Quincy
HOW MUCH: $15 per ticket
Jessica Martin
jmartin@whig.com
Cold weather doesn't have to stop you from rocking out this weekend
Dec 10th
Below is my entertainment take on a holiday classic, enjoy and stay warm!
Oh the weather outside is frightful,
But the live music is so delightful,
And since there’s a rock music show,
Let the speakers blow! Let the speakers blow! Let the speakers blow!
It doesn’t show signs of stopping,
And this show is truly popping,
The lights are turned way down low,
Let the speakers blow! Let the speakers blow! Let the speakers blow!
When we finally end the night,
How we’ll hate going out in the storm!
But if the show rocks it right,
All the way home we’ll be warm.
The venue is closing, try not to pout,
And, my dear, we’re still rocking out,
But as long as there’s another show,
Let the speakers blow! Let the speakers blow! Let the speakers blow!
Just The Kid, Kidnap The Sun, Victory Over Tyranny and Hart Felt Sorrow (rock/hardcore)
WHEN: 7 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: Music @ the Mall, 300 Main, Keokuk, Iowa
HOW MUCH: $5, all ages
INFO: www.myspace.com/musicatthemall
Days Taken (rock)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: The Tailgate, Vermont Ill.
HOW MUCH: $5
INFO: www.myspace.com/daystakenmusic
The Notorious Nightcrawlers (rock)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: The Back Alley Bar and Grill, Pittsfield, Ill.
Pimpkatz (rock)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: River City Billiards, Hannibal, Mo.
HOW MUCH: Free
INFO: www.myspace.com/thepimpkatz
SevenD2 (rock)
WHEN: 8 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: Chasers, Rushville, Ill.
Cheeks McGee (acoustic)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: The Grove Inn, 6510 Broadway
Olivus (rock)
WHEN: 9 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: Rookies Sportsbar, Hannibal, Mo.
Support local music and go to a show!
Jessica Martin
jmartin@whig.com
