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Appalachian band Sunday Creek blends folk, bluegrass

By Ethan Herx | Apr. 18

Drawing its name from a nearby creek and its story of restoration, the band aims to teach a story of resilience and growth, in history and in music.

What Happens on Court Stays on Court: Jamming on Court

By Hannah Campbell and Tate Raub | Apr. 4

Hosts Tate and Hannah sit down with women in the Athens music scene, including Jillian Kay, Cassidy Lakes of the band Snail Satan and Emma Prazer and Izze Kaukonen of the band basketcase. In this episode, they chat about the Ohio University Women in Music Industry Club's recent annual fundraiser, the creation of the womxn super group Girl Jam and what it's like to be a woman or nonbinary person in the music industry.

Passion Cracked Bottle electrifies Milliron Fest

By Ashley Pomplas | Mar. 24

Passion Cracked Bottle is a student band that aims to create relatable music for everyone to enjoy.

The ‘Talk Show Hosts’ combines college rock, party music for Athens audiences

By Jackson McCoy | Mar. 20

The ‘Talk Show Hosts’ share their history, inspirations

'Trombone Day' will bring world-class music to Athens

By Abreanna Blose | Jan. 25

Friday will mark Ohio University’s 10th annual Trombone Day – a celebration of community and the cultural impacts of the trombone.

The Fibonacci Fellas pack venues, rock Athens music scene

By Ethan Herx | Jan. 23

The Fibonacci Fellas make hard-hitting punk rock for the masses and continue to keep the crowd wanting more.

The Houseguest amplifies its sound in Athens

By Ethan Herx | Nov. 15

The genre-bending trio, The Houseguest, has been performing around Athens for over a year and discusses its inspiration and feelings on stage.

What Happens on Court Stays on Court: Roman Candle

By Hannah Campbell and Tate Raub | Nov. 2

In this episode of What Happens on Court Stays on Court, hosts Tate Raub and Hannah Campbell talk with members of local band Roman Candle.

Students use a variety of creative outlets to foster self-expression

By Abreanna Blose | Oct. 11

From music to writing and abstract creations, student artists are using their talent and authenticity to redefine art, express themselves and convey important messages.

‘Roman Candle’ explodes on to Athens music scene

By Ethan Herx | Sep. 17

Roman Candle is new to the Athens music scene, but has quickly gained a devoted fanbase.

On musician’s time: Rent Free says farewell to bassist, graduating senior Michael Wells

By Tate Raub | May 2, 2023

Rent Free’s bassist, Michael Wells, is graduating, effectively ending the era of Rent Free for the near future.

Live Mountain Stage show to return to Athens

By Sophia Rooksberry | Apr. 27, 2023

The acclaimed radio show will travel to Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium on April 30.

Midnight Music and more perform at The Union

By Connor Chomicki | Apr. 10, 2023

The Union was the place to be Thursday night, with many local Athens artists performing.

Athens Jazz Festival ends with foot-tapping-worthy concert

By McKenna Christy | Mar. 29, 2023

The Athens Jazz Festival lasted from March 22 to March 28 this year with performances from various artists from Ohio University, Athens and beyond. The closing event on Tuesday was with the Athens Community Jazz Ensemble, which was directed by Matthew James, a professor of saxophone and jazz studies at OU.