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.
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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.
GunRu vs. Everybody represents GR hip-hop
Grand Rapids rapper Black Canvas shares his vision Feb. 24 at ArtRat.
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.
Straight out of Durham: Viv & Riley
Ahead of their performance at Americana Sundays, ArtRat interviewed Vivian Leva and Riley Calcagno.
Inside LILEL’s smooth rhythms
The genre-bending performer tells ArtRat about his inspirations, his process, and what Grand Rapids will experience Saturday night.
Justin Shull tackles the big picture
Opening at ArtRat April 20, the artist debuts new large-scale works on canvas.
Chris Bathgate on songwriting’s ‘relational dance’
ArtRat's latest Americana Sundays performer discusses his influences, techniques and growing family shape his music.
Reinvent your hair at Lilith’s Lair
The new salon is just one highlight of Heartside’s beauty lineup.