Although we’re now in our fifth year of Best of the West here at Revue, it’s our first during quarantine. Forgive us if everything — and we mean everything — still feels a little surreal. 

Callab leads an all-star hip-hop tribute to his hometown on ‘Citizen’

Many West Michigan bands have pushed on with planned album and EP releases despite the lack of touring opportunities or even local shows to support the new music.

ISOLATION INSPIRATION: While venues remain closed, musicians are all powering on, each in their own way. Virtual shows, digital collaborations, unique album releases — despite the lows, there are plenty of highs to be found. In our new series, Isolation Inspiration, we’re featuring artists who have been affected by the pandemic but are getting creative, nonetheless. 

In response to the death of George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter protests all over the country in the weeks since, Grand Rapids jam band Desmond Jones released a new song and video entitled George Floyd.

Local Music Venues Still in the Dark as Crisis Continues to Devastate Events Industry

When COVID hit in March, before the Stay at Home order was even in place, one of the very first events to be cancelled was Festival of the Arts.

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Undeniably devastated in still incalculable ways, the music community here in West Michigan — and across the country — will be forever changed by the new coronavirus. 

GR rapper Wuzee builds on reputation with new release ‘Like Food Stamps for Liquor’ 

One of Michigan's largest festivals is back, with a lineup of huge names and a new location announced for 2020.

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