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Musicologist, professor, and RSU Radio host Dr. Hugh Foley makes his Sundance debut in the feature film "This May be the Last Time". The documentary explores the disappearance of director Sterlin Harjo's father in the 1960s and the music the creek Indians used to express their grief. Foley, a professor of Native American studies and Oklahoma music historian, says that this music may be the earliest example of a truly […]

Music videos; by this time everyone knows what they are. An artist takes their most popular songs and creates videos to visualize the story. It’s a great concept and one that MTV made wildly popular in the 1980s. Now MTV may only play shows about Teen Pregnancy, but music videos are still around and artists are finding new and creative ways to make them and to get their fans involved. […]

George Takei, best known for his portrayal of Mr. Sulu in the Star Trek franchise will be in Star Trek franchise will be in Oklahoma City this weekend for the OKC Philharmonic's Pop series concert. Takei will narrate the "Sci-Fi Spectacular" show that will feature music from popular science fiction soundtracks. Takei's presence will work to enhance the music performed as well as present a draw to the public. The […]

'Beatles Reimagined', a new album to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Beatles hits from 1963-64 will be released this week featuring Edward Sharp and the Magnetic Zeroes as well a collection of up-and-coming artists. What makes this collection unique and interesting is not only hearing new artists perform Beatles classics, but hearing brand new interpretations of songs such as "I Wanna Be Your Man", "All My Loving", and more. Edward […]

Since their formation in 2007, folk-rock band Mumford and Sons has released two albums, obtained international fame, won a Grammy, and toured almost non-stop. It would seem that the Gentlemen of the Road have managed to run themselves a little ragged when on September 20th they announced an indefinite hiatus for a “considerable amount of time”. The band indicated that for the past five years they have spent a great […]

It’s almost time for the 34th Annual Bluegrass and Chili Festival September 5th, 6th and 7th at the Claremore Expo Center. The weekend of family fun will also feature the Mid-America Regional chili cook-off, an antique tractor pull, an open car show, arts & crafts, dance exhibitions and much more! Three stages will be set up to feature the sounds of many bluegrass favorites like Rhonda Vincent & The Rage… […]

Kickstarter has changed the way both the music and film industry work. No longer do you have to rely on big studios that take your great idea, put their “great idea” spins on it and ultimately change what you envision. Kickstarters allow the idea makers to keep their creativity at the forefront and, with the help of supporters, fund their project and make it the way they want to. That […]

Zach and Colton Swon, the famous brothers from Wagoner, OK who made it all the way to the Top Three on this season’s show “The Voice” are kicking off their tour Saturday, August 3rd beginning at 8pm at “The Joint” in Catoosa. Knowing there is not a bad seat in the house, the tickets went on sale yesterday and there are just a few left... If you can’t make this […]

Days after the Boston explosions, which killed three and injured over 200, Dropkick Murphys released t-shirts that read "For Boston" on the front and "Thank you, to all who purchase this shirt. All proceeds go to the victims and families of the Boston Marathon Bombings. Love, Dropkick Murphys" on the back. Within 15 hours, they'd raised over $65,000. The band also played a benefit show at Boston's House of Blues […]