The Metro: Detroit saxophonist composing songs inspired by city parks
A new project is combining sounds and storytelling – rooted in Detroit’s parks and neighborhoods. The Joyce Foundation, in collaboration...
In The Groove: Anderson .Paak heads back to ‘Malibu,’ a celebration of The Roots + more
Today on the show… exploring new music from Bartees Strange, Wu-Lu, Sio, Crows, La Luz and more. Plus, a celebration...
In The Groove: Dr. Dog is back, plus a mixtape of rock legends taking on Motown classics
New music discovery with fresh cuts from Philadelphia band Dr. Dog, getting ready to release their first new record in...
MI Local: Ann Arbor rockers ZZvava premiere ‘Hypnic Jerks’ from new album featuring cover art by Michel Gondry
Ann Arbor-based indie rock quartet ZZVAVA is releasing a new self-titled album on June 15 — their fourth so far...
The Metro: Legendary Detroit DJ John Collins talks techno history ahead of Movement
Detroit's Movement Electronic Music Festival is more than just a music event, it's a celebration of a genre that transformed...
Detroit Jazz Festival announces tentative 2024 lineup
The Detroit Jazz Festival Foundation unveiled the initial lineup for this year's event — considered the world’s largest free jazz...
Detroit Evening Report: Arab American National Museum concert to honor Middle Eastern families
Syrian opera singer Lubana Al-Quntar will lead the Arab American Choir in a performance at the Arab American National Museum...
The Metro: Detroit’s Movement festival celebrates techno music’s history, progression
Movement Electronic Music Festival recently announced its 2024 lineup. The renowned Detroit event celebrates the history of techno — in...
50 years of J Dilla: A conversation with ‘Ma Dukes’ on keeping her son’s legacy alive
Detroiters and hip-hop fans everywhere are celebrating what would have been J Dilla's 50th birthday on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024....
Emerging artist Candace Nicole takes her sound to the next level with new album
Detroit-based composer, pianist and bandleader Candace Nicole has become a presence on the local music scene with a rhythmic blending...
Soul Saturday: Black Milk on his musical roots, inspiration behind latest album
2023 was a momentous year for local rapper and producer Black Milk, marking the release of his eighth studio album,...
CultureShift: Remembering the great Amp Fiddler
Friends, family members and Detroit’s music community at large are still reeling from the news of Detroit funk and soul...