Category: Festivals
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Terrific Two’s: Celebrating Pursuit of the Happier Self
“To laugh often and love much; to win the respect of intelligent persons and the affection of children; to earn the approbation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson Today, I celebrate vision and endurance. Perseverance. The ability to suffer gracefully, all the while continuing…
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North Coast 2025: Commemorating 15 Years With an Incredible Celebration
North Coast has been a staple of Chicago’s festival scene for over a decade. This edition registers the fifteen-year mark, a significant milestone that speaks volumes about the passionate people who contribute their talents and services to making sure this unique event continues forth. Throughout North Coast’s storied lineage, organizers have always committed to putting…
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Talking with TSHA: Movement, Jackfruit, and the Essence of Dance Music
It was 2023 when I first witnessed TSHA perform in Detroit, MI for the annual Movement Music Festival (formerly DEMF – Detroit Electronic Music Festival). As I explored the grounds of Hart Plaza, moving between stages and catching all my senses could handle of the bevy of entertainment, fresh rhythms and fun melodies beckoned me…
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Datagrama Clothing Makes High Fashion and Hot Socks Look Easy
Alright gang, bring it in, because today I’ve got a special presentation for you. This episode is the first of its kind from the Electro Scribe. I’m fashioning a product review for the Datagrama homies, and sharing a story about how their eye-catching designs and awesome products bring sweet and gentle characters together. Through superb…
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Snowta 2025: A Final Farewell to the Midwest from Tipper
Music is a collection of communities, and there are few as passionate as those who follow Tipper. Snowta has hosted Tipper at their events many times over the past few years, and when it was announced in the days of November that Tipper would perform two final shows in Minnesota, I eagerly signed on. Though…
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Bear and Hollywould go to Big Fam Fest
At Big Fam Fest in Brooklyn, MI, an outstanding collection of one-of-a-kind performances occurred over the course of three days. Add to that unique presentations of home-grown artistry, a healthy and wholesome community, and you have all the neccesary foundations in place for the success of this wonderful occasion. Big Fam Fest was, and is,…
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Tipper’s Armada Tips its Hat to the Orion Amphitheater
When Tipper announced he’d be retiring in 2025, I made the decision to catch as many of his showcases as I am able before his ultimate exit. I’m not the only one. His fandom is composed of vibrant, vivacious, and votive supporters. Each of us who celebrates and identifies with Tipper’s standard of excellence resolved…
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Shreddies: On the Wolf River, the Glow-Stick Nation Flows
*Though I cover arts and entertainment professionally, community and inspiration focused content is central to my passion. This story is about a group, whose numbers have steadily grown, who endeavored to hold their own unique celebration, kind of like their own mini music festival. I hope this piece will serve as motivation to you, dear…
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Whispers from the Forest (Part 2): Discourse and Sagacity, in Electric Forest
Just as beautiful and magical as the majesty of Electric Forest’s presentations are the variety of souls that show up to spectate, and interact with one another. People, by way of how they dress and deliver themselves, are absolutely works of art, in my mind. Crossing paths with folks all the way from New York…

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