Lawrence, Kansas
- May 8, 2026
Rufus Wainwright brought a tender take on his songs to Kansas City
Rufus Wainwright / Photo by Fally Afani We once read on a blog post that after the pandemic, we weren't getting back to normal... we
The Mountain Goats’ John Darnielle brought story and song to Liberty Hall
There’s a real art to onstage banter, and The Mountain Goats’ John Darnielle has mastered it. On Saturday he brought his solo performance to a
Photo Gallery: Big Thief at Liberty Hall
We're still navigating shows in this stage of the pandemic. On the one hand, vaccines are readily available and most venues require proof of vaccination
We are here for Arquesta del SolSoul’s energy
In today's stressful delta-variant-controlled times, we can't afford to indulge in sleepy bands and COVID-bedroom-projects. Arquesta del SolSoul is a musical group with the big
Photo Gallery: Kaw River Roots Fest, Day 2
The second day of Kaw River Roots Fest at Abe and Jake's Landing started (much) earlier in the day than the kickoff, but that didn't
Kaw River Roots Fest kicks off with local-heavy festivities
Kaw River Roots Fest / Photo by Fally Afani Vaccines may have been required at Kaw River Roots Fest, but shoes were optional. That became
Photo Gallery: Descendents / The Menzingers / Season to Risk
Descendents fans / Photo by Fally Afani Every week, it feels like something historic is happening in Lawrence. But Thursday's Descendents show was quite special.
Photo Gallery: The 2021 Kansas State Fiddling and Picking Championships
Sometimes live music just needs a good break, and we got one on Sunday. With pleasant temperatures at an event that notoriously happens on the
Photo Gallery: Approach / Brotha Newz / Mensa Deathsquad
Approach celebrated his birthday over the weekend by playing his first show since the pandemic. The lively and energetic MC pulled out all the stops