It's Memorial Day Weekend and the unofficial start to summer is here, which means there is so much more live music to get out and enjoy! While you figure out where you're headed this weekend, check out this week's photos and videos from two shows we saw recently.
Last Sunday, we stopped by the Peoria Public Library North Branch for the latest Music in the McKenzie concert featuring Harlan, Meister, Mitts, & Elam. The show was filled with acoustic favorites, rich harmonies, and stories shared between songs. It was the perfect laid-back Sunday afternoon show.
Tuesday night, Chicago Farmer and Carsie Blanton took the stage at the Contemporary Art Center for a SOLD OUT fundraiser supporting LULA, organized by Jerry Kolb.
Chicago Farmer’s opening set included several songs from his newest album, HomeAid, (which I now own on vinyl) bringing a newer, slightly heavier sound than some are used to hearing from, but everyone still loved. It was a perfect balance with his trademark storytelling and humor, setting the tone for the night.
Carsie Blanton followed with her signature blend of humor, activism, sharp songwriting, and hopeful energy that carried the room the rest of the way.
Together, they made for a night that was all about people standing up for what they believe in and using music to support those in the community who need it most.
It was a reminder that live music matters now more than ever. It brings people together, gives us a reason to slow down for a while, and reminds us how much we still need each other.
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FRIDAY 05/22
Patrick N’ Swayze at Clink Bar and Events 5pm
Will Spicher at Michaels Italian Feast, Germantown Hills 6-8pm
Next Thing Smokin' at Five Points Washington 6-9pm
The Ex-Bombers at Reserve Artisan Ales 6-9pm
[SOLD OUT] Robin Crowe at Contemporary Art Center 6:30-8:30pm
The Holdouts at Crusens War Memorial 7-10pm
Harlan, Meister, Mitts & Elam at Couzens 7pm
Kev & Mal at Whitey's 29 7pm
90's Daughter at Birenzo's Pizza + Bar 7pm
Good N' Rowdy Band at Oz'z Bar & Grill 7:45-11pm
Sly Dog acoustics at Martini's on Water Street 8-11pm
Marquise Hendo & Friends at the Beer Garden 8-11pm
BACKSTABBIN' BETTY at Stubby's Bar 8pm-12am
Robbie Mitchell at The Neon Bison 8pm
Andy Frasco & the UN at Friendly Valley Tavern 8pm
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SATURDAY 05/23
Shawn "Smitty" Smith at Peoria Riverfront 8am-12pm
International Wine and Craft Beer Festival - Mackinaw Valley Winery
Will Spicher 11am-3pm
Turas Irish 3-6:30pm
Hillbilly Highrise 7-11pm
Sly Dog Acoustics followed by Scott Hendryx at Tres Rojas Winery 12-7pm
Ryan Daniel at Catalpa Grove 3pm
Broken Mojo at Spring Bay American Legion 7:30pm
Chris Hawkins at Sankoty Lakes 5-8pm
JAVA at Pekin Country Club 5:30-8:30pm
Adara Rae at Tavern on Prospect 6-8pm
Harlan, Meister, Mitts & Elam at Lariat Steakhouse 7pm
The Truth Council 2.0 wsg Grand Larson & The Plumbers 7-11pm
Capt. Quirk at Hanna City Sportsman Club 7-10:30pm
Hillbilly High-Rise at Mackinaw Valley Winery 7-11pm
Neon Nova at Big Catz BBQ 7pm
Revel in Red at Whitey's 29 7pm
The Reunion Show - The Bowling Alley 7pm
Raynah
The Clout
Einstein's Baby
Mixtape Mayhem at Martini's on Water Street 7:30pm
West MacQueen Street Band at Tin Lizard Bar 7 grill 8-11pm
Kaden Leezer at Office on Main 8-11pm
Kickapoo Junction at Pour Bros. Craft Taproom 8-11pm
Orkid at Country Saloon 8pm
Jason Wells Solo at The Neon Bison 8pm
Brainchild at Oliver's in the Heights 8pm
Late Night Radio & Artifakts at Friendly Valley Tavern 8pm
Sista And The Misters at The Corral 9pm
As usual, the photos from the bands are all mixed together, so make sure you scroll all the way through them!
SUNDAY 05/24
John Drake at Tres Rojas Winery 12-7pm
Matt Eckberg Band at Bust'd Brewing 12pm
Black Velvet at Mackinaw Valley Winery 12pm
Shipwreck Kelly Band at Mackinaw Valley Winery 3-6pm
Boomstick at Psycho Silo Saloon 1pm
The Unforgettables at Wee-Ma-Tuk Golf, Bar & Grill 2-5pm
Kaiden Leezer at Catalpa Grove 2-5pm
Lonesome Jones Acoustic at Christy's Place 3-6pm
Taylor Bruninga & The Bandits at The Groove 4pm
LOUDERNOW at Crusens Farmington Road 6:30
Yonder Mountain String Band at Friendly Valley Tavern 7pm
TMINUS at Oak Run Campgrounded 7-11pm
Cousin Eddie at Jimmy's Bar 7-10pm
SUNDAY OPEN STAGES THIS WEEK
East Bluff All-Stars hosting at 808 Room 2-5pm
Spontaneous Musical Combustion at Country Saloon 4pm
The Nighthawks hosting at County Line Tap 2-5pm
Roy Ponce hosting at Tartan Inn 7-11pm
Monday 05/25
Trip Hazard at Psycho Silo Saloon 1pm
Charlie Hayes at Catalpa Grove 1pm
Greg Williams at Mackinaw Valley Winery 1-4pm
This week’s post contains contributions from:
Kindall Reuschel, Lauren DeJaynes, Bennett Rose, & Vesper Goldman
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