Lawrence, Kansas
- May 31, 2026
Fally Afani
https://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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Get ready, here comes Hammerween
You won’t find a band that loves Halloween more than Hammerlord. The masters of metal prove their love for the holiday by throwing a massive
Wrath and Ruin’s Reign of Terror
On Saturday night, the Bottleneck hosted a memorable night when they invited five of the most vicious metal bands in the area to the stage.
Photo Gallery: Weird Al at Liberty Hall
Liberty Hall erupted in cheers, laughter, and giggles on Monday when Weird Al took the stage. Weird Al and his highly entertaining band have been
Middle Twin releases a song so beautiful, it’ll give you goosebumps
There’s a reason you should be paying attention to Middle Twin. This is one of the few bands in Northeast Kansas that does dance music
The Wheelers deliver ear-splitting, destructive performance at the Replay
We can’t remember the last time we saw a band doing warmup stretches onstage just prior to their set. But this was no Jane Fonda
I Heart Local Music to feature Whatever Forever stars in October showcase
The Whatever Forever label/collective/homies in Lawrence are sitting on a goldmine of talent. If there’s a new act you’ve been drawn to in Lawrence, chances
Franz Ferdinand / Frankie Rose woo the Granada
The mood at the Granada on Tuesday night was infectious. Franz Ferdinand’s legendary live shows tend to slap smiles on everyone they perform for, and
Whatever Forever delivers powerhouse show with Oils / SW/MM/NG / Psychic Heat
On Thursday evening, zombies roamed the Replay thanks to leftovers and stragglers from the Downtown Zombie Walk. But the venue was, in fact, full of
Watch: Radkey live on Later… With Jools Holland
Radkey has been hard at work across the pond this week, including delivering a supercharged performance live on Later… With Jools Holland. The trio, who
Introducing: The 2014 I Heart Local Music Swimsuit Calendar
I Heart Local Music has been hard at work all year on a project that not only spotlights local musicians and their playful side, but