Athens Community Arts, Music Festival featured local creativity
By Cecelia Roche | Aug. 18The event displayed the many talents of local artists and vendors all day Saturday.
LOCAL MUSIC & ART
Appalachian band Sunday Creek blends folk, bluegrass
By Ethan Herx | Apr. 18Drawing 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. 4Hosts 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. 24Passion 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. 20The ‘Talk Show Hosts’ share their history, inspirations
'Trombone Day' will bring world-class music to Athens
By Abreanna Blose | Jan. 25Friday 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. 23The 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, 2023The 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, 2023In this episode of What Happens on Court Stays on Court, hosts Tate Raub and Hannah Campbell talk with members of local band Roman Candle.
Cricket Jones ‘sells smiles’ with handmade jewelry
By Libby Evans | Oct. 19, 2023Athens 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.
Students use a variety of creative outlets to foster self-expression
By Abreanna Blose | Oct. 11, 2023From 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, 2023Roman 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, 2023Rent 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, 2023The 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, 2023The Union was the place to be Thursday night, with many local Athens artists performing.
Local artists showcase talent at Dairy Barn Fest
By Sophia Rooksberry | Apr. 2, 2023Athens Art Guild, the Dairy Barn and Chi Omega joined forces last Friday and Saturday to present Dairy Barn Fest, a market of artwork.
Athens Jazz Festival ends with foot-tapping-worthy concert
By McKenna Christy | Mar. 29, 2023The 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.
Athens Art Guild to host new social event, all artists welcome
By Grace Koennecke | Feb. 7, 2023Held at the Eclipse Company Store in The Plains, an artist panel will be held for current and non-members to ask questions.
Night Court: Getting to know Kent "Kento" Lankos
By Cole Patterson and Jensen Knecht | Nov. 22, 2022Hosted 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.
Album Review: Arctic Monkeys’ ‘The Car’ is retro-infused perfection
By Alicia Szczesniak | Oct. 26, 2022The band’s newest album parks itself in the hearts of listeners.
