Category: Local Feature
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NWARK locals, Open Addiction, impress with onstage debut at album release
Their sound and style are clear. Their singles, “Throw It Away” and “I Want You” demonstrate a layering of musical elements to give a rich experience that doesn’t overwhelm the casual listener’s ear. An emotionally charged musical journey, I’m in. The latter carries a more melancholy swing established with a somber piano with a swirling…
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Quartet look to emerge from small town and to break “Thru It All”
Tahlequah is known for many things. The Cherokee Nation, Illinois River, Northeastern State University, a town of 15,000 plus people. Musically, it’s not exactly known for rock and roll, little alone pop-punk. But these local guys just might stake a claim as they drop their first single, “Irrevelant” ahead of their EP next month. I…