Last month McKinleyville native and metal-scene stalwart John Hee passed away at the age of 43. Known for his impressive and kinetic bass playing in many local bands, including Acts of Aggression, Entheogon, Kids for Sale and, most recently, Dead Man’s Tale (winner of the 2013 KMUD Battle of the Bands), John will be celebrated […]
Imperial Destructo
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Summer Longing
People are itching for summer. The river calls. Trails await. Road trip ideas lace through conversation. Sometimes the music scene slows down a bit, what with the students gone and seemingly half the population on vacation. For now, however, we’re still enjoying the ever-bountiful live music options, some suitable for your summer soundtrack, others a […]
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Whole Lotta Love
I had just parked in Arcata when my phone buzzed. “The band canceled!” my husband alerted me, referring to our plans to see Warm Soda at The Shanty later that night. “Where’d you hear that?” I responded. “KHSU. The DJ just said.” Mindful of my mission to keep folks updated on local music happenings, I […]