LOCAL MUSIC & ART

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.

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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. 

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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

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'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. 

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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.

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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. 

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What Happens on Court Stays on Court: Roman Candle

By Hannah Campbell and Tate Raub | Nov. 2, 2023

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. 

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Cricket Jones ‘sells smiles’ with handmade jewelry

By Libby Evans | Oct. 19, 2023

Athens community member, Cricket Jones, started her jewelry business in the corner of Court Street Coffee and 14 years later has mastered her craft and plans to take her business across the country.

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

By Abreanna Blose | Oct. 11, 2023

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

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‘Roman Candle’ explodes on to Athens music scene

By Ethan Herx | Sep. 17, 2023

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Local artists showcase talent at Dairy Barn Fest

By Sophia Rooksberry | Apr. 2, 2023

Athens Art Guild, the Dairy Barn and Chi Omega joined forces last Friday and Saturday to present Dairy Barn Fest, a market of artwork.

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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. 

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Athens Art Guild to host new social event, all artists welcome

By Grace Koennecke | Feb. 7, 2023

Held at the Eclipse Company Store in The Plains, an artist panel will be held for current and non-members to ask questions.

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Night Court: Getting to know Kent "Kento" Lankos

By Cole Patterson and Jensen Knecht | Nov. 22, 2022

Hosted by Junior Cole Patterson and Senior Jensen Knecht, Night Court is a podcast that explores student life at Ohio University beyond the classroom, with interviews from local personalities and fan-favorites.

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Album Review: Arctic Monkeys’ ‘The Car’ is retro-infused perfection

By Alicia Szczesniak | Oct. 26, 2022

The band’s newest album parks itself in the hearts of listeners.

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Ready Aim Flowers cheerfully blooms onto Athens' music scene

By Maia LeClair | Oct. 24, 2022

Ready Aim Flowers, a uniquely Athens band, looks forward to creating original music with new members. Hoping to spread a message of kindness, the multi-instrumentalist members not only set roots, but continually grow together as a band. 

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Fall Fest offered craft beer, live music

By Connor Chomicki | Sep. 12, 2022

Live music and craft beer offered during Athens’ annual Fall Fest.