Issue #388 July 10, 2019
Pyrrhic debuts after seven years in the making
Broc Seigneurie
It’s often said that the creative process is something that can’t be rushed. That theory has been put to the test by regional rock group Gods or Spacemen with their debut release, Pyrrhic. The result is a bluesy indie-rock passion project
Issue #388 July 10, 2019
Rebecca Mennecke, photos by Lee Butterworth
Featuring rock music icons including Five Finger Death Punch, Skillet, Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, Mastodon, Three Days Grace, Evanescence, Starset, and Of Mice & Men, music fans and festival-lovers alike will ...
Issue #388 July 10, 2019
Lauren Fisher
Local musician Michael Rambo of CollECtive Choir has started up a new faith-based music program for Eau Claire youth. The Jam will take place Fridays at 3-5:30pm at The Lighthouse (310 E Madison St.) and offer a free ...
Issue #388 July 10, 2019
V1 Staff
Local favorite Eau Claire noise rock outfit Gash recently dropped two new tunes on a split EP with Milwaukee band Divine Crush. The split, which is called Split, features two new songs from each band ...
Issue #388 July 10, 2019
Eric Christenson
It’s been almost exactly three years since the last Kalispell album, Printer’s Son, came out – and in those three years that band’s mastermind Shane Leonard has been keeping busy with ...
Issue #388 July 10, 2019
Haley Wright, photos by Caitlyn Berlin
This year marks the 30th anniversary of Eau Claire’s own Country Jam music festival. On an annual basis, the festival brings together friends and family to camp and enjoy live performances ...
Issue #387 June 26, 2019
Broc Seigneurie, photos by Corey Bauch
Nestled in the woods off County Road Z stands Pine Hollow, a recording studio that has served a plethora of local talent. Recently, Evan Middlesworth, the studio’s owner and engineer, has been busy ...
Issue #387 June 26, 2019
Drum Corps International competition rolls into UW-Stout’s Williams Stadium
Rebecca Mennecke
Drum Corps International – a collection of the most prestigious marching ensembles in the world – is set to roll-step its way to Menomonie as a part of a tour of competitions around the country ...
Issue #387 June 26, 2019
sister/brother duo’s R&B tunes are remarkably fresh
Eric Christenson
From the minute you hear Aliana Sigala’s singing voice, it becomes startlingly apparent she’s a special talent. Raised on classic R&B and honed on musical theater and show choir, she ducks around notes with swiftness, power, and vulnerability. And she makes it seem easy ...
Issue #386 June 12, 2019
Eric Christenson
Even though it’s well-established that there won’t be a traditional version of the Eaux Claires Music & Arts Festival this summer, the Oxbeaux street concert that preceded the last two fests will return for a blockbuster third concert, now with an extra day. On August 9 and 10 ...
Issue #386 June 12, 2019
V1 Staff, photos by Andrea Paulseth
Chippewa Vallians can enjoy free outdoor music six of seven days a week with the addition of FOUR new summer music concert series. From university talent to country crooners, there’s a little something for everyone ...
Issue #385 May 29, 2019
Lauren Fisher
In January, six volunteers listened to 104 musical tracks recorded by local musicians within the past five years, searching for a round, representative sample of what Eau Claire sounds like in this moment ...
Issue #385 May 29, 2019
quartet of music veterans partner on original album
Parker Reed, photos by Andrea Paulseth
A new group of veteran Chippewa Valley musicians is writing, recording, and covering music that will have listeners thinking of the past and thankful to hear it in the present ...
Issue #385 May 29, 2019
all the Chippewa Valley's outdoor music series, all in one place
V1 Staff
Check out all of the Chippewa Valley's outdoor music series, all in one place!
Issue #385 May 29, 2019
V1 Staff
Music fest shouldn't get all the glory. Check out some greatm, single show musical events.
Issue #385 May 29, 2019
V1 Staff
Get outside the Chippewa Valley this summer for music fests of all sizes.
Issue #385 May 29, 2019
V1 Staff
Check out this summer's lineup of big music festivals in and around the Chippewa Valley ...
Issue #385 May 29, 2019
Eric Christenson
Having a music festival in the northwoods of Wisconsin in the middle of June can be a shake of the dice when it comes to the weather. In an ideal situation you’ve got sunlight beaming through the pine ...
Issue #384 May 15, 2019
Memorial Rocks Weekend to host a melting pot of rock
Lea Kopke, photos by Andrea Paulseth
On Memorial Day Weekend, bands from throughout the Chippewa Valley and beyond will join in a musical conglomeration of rock ’n’ roll. Memorial Rocks Weekend, sponsored by Keyeski Construction ...
Issue #384 May 15, 2019
professor’s love ot music culminates in debut album
Nathan Hopp
On April 22, Dr. Jim Phillips released the debut album of his latest passion project. Titled Jim Phillips Project, Phase I, this unique collection of original songs is separated into nine different tracks ...
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On the Cover | July 10, 2019
Chris
Jul. 16, 2019
Code of Ordinances - City of Eau Claire, WI. 16.16.110. Temporary Signs B. General Purpose Temporary Signs 11. Sidewalk Signs g. Signs shall only be displayed during times that ...
Bubbling Up: Star Cup Opens…
mags
Jul. 15, 2019
Hi, Kris! That's so sweet! Are you from/buying these in the Chippewa Valley? I'd love to hear more. Feel free to email me at lauren@volumeone.org. Thanks for reading!
Handmade Objects Meet Their End…
v1-lauren
Jul. 12, 2019
Here's one that's always been a mystery to me.on the upper side of forest hill cemetary but on the south east side,up in the pine trees area sits a lone tombstone with just the name boots on ...
Architectural Echoes: Pieces of…
Dirk wyman
Jul. 12, 2019