Lawrence, Kansas
- October 9, 2025
Fally Afani
http://www.iheartlocalmusic.com
Fally Afani is an award-winning journalist with a career spanning more than 20 years in media. She has worked extensively in radio, television, newspapers, magazines, and more.
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Kansas City goes to space with Glass Animals
Fans of Glass Animals have followed them through all sorts of venues in Kansas City. They've played hot spots like the Riot Room and Czar
Street Parties and Live Music Continue Through September
If you thought festival and street party season was over, you are WRONG. Lawrence doesn’t really know how to go more than a month without
Turnpyke Fest to showcase up-and-coming acts in Lawrence
Lawrence loves mini-festivals, and this weekend there’s a good one. Local DIY project Turnpyke is a bit of a fairy godmother for up-and-coming bands. Co-Founders
Green Day and their fans celebrate milestones in Kansas City
Green Day / Photo by Fally Afani We've always referred to Green Day as a gateway drug to punk for 15 year-olds. This is where
Photo Gallery: Live on Mass with Split Lip Rayfield / PopSkull Rebels / Moonshroom
Lawrence loves two things: a good street party and bluegrass. So you can imagine the fervor when the two came together for an unforgettable night.
Photo Gallery: LYXE / MellowPhobia / Say That Again / Flash Floods
LYXE fans / Photo by Fally Afani If you think local bands can't absolutely pack the mid-sized venues in Lawrence, this show proved you're wrong.
Photo Gallery: A Giant Dog / The Whiffs / Jackoffs
A Giant Dog / Photo by Fally Afani This was a night for retro rock and roll. Three bands all brought various vintage vibes to