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Monte Pride: Made in Michigan

Monte Pride: Made in Michigan

The Michigan-born and -based singer-songwriter and fingerstyle guitarist talks with ArtRat about his process and his collaborations across the state. 

Whorled brings global musical vision to ArtRat

Ahead of their Americana Sundays debut, the trio talks about its international blend of influences.
Whorled brings global musical vision to ArtRat
Fiddler Ruby John voices First Nations, European traditions

Fiddler Ruby John voices First Nations, European traditions

She appears with guitarist John Warstler at ArtRat’s Americana Sundays April 7. 

Behind Round Creek String Band’s ‘Midwest old-time sound’

Ahead of the young West Michigan band's Americana Sundays debut, of the show, mandolinist Jason Wheeler talked about the ingredients that go into RCBS' music and collaborative style.
Behind Round Creek String Band’s ‘Midwest old-time sound’
GunRu vs. Everybody represents GR hip-hop

GunRu vs. Everybody represents GR hip-hop

Grand Rapids rapper Black Canvas shares his vision Feb. 24 at ArtRat.

Blue Water Ramblers surface at ArtRat

The 2024 season of ArtRat's Americana Sundays music series kicks off with a set by this veteran Grand Rapids combo, which has been playing together for 22 years. 
Blue Water Ramblers surface at ArtRat
RAP AVE gets romantic with R&B showcase

RAP AVE gets romantic with R&B showcase

Part 6 of 616 Records’ music series tries a new vibe.

Puritea brews up a Valentine’s Soirée in Heartside

Co-founders Jade Massel and Alexis Norris talk about their new Puritea line of herbal teas and their plans for a Valentine's soirée at ArtRat Gallery. 
Puritea brews up a Valentine’s Soirée in Heartside
Connecting with Jes Kramer’s wired ballads

Connecting with Jes Kramer’s wired ballads

Electronic and organic elements combine Oct. 27 at ArtRat.