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Stik Figa triumphantly returns to Lawrence with Approach, Barrel Maker

“Today I’m 33!” announced Stik Figa triumphantly at the beginning of his set. The crowd erupted in cheers. This day had been anticipated for a

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Photo Gallery: FIDLAR / Dune Rats

Performing only by the light emitted from the glowing masks behind them, FIDLAR delivered a wildly entertaining set at the Bottleneck Thursday night. A massive,

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Don’t ignore Young Bull

There are a lot of musicians who wish they could live up to the boisterous energy of 80’s hair bands, but only one local band

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Photo Gallery: X (the band) / Dead Rock West

You can’t get through a single season in Lawrence without some sort of punk rock legends rolling through. On the first day of September, Lawrencians

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Watch: La Guerre at the Bottleneck

It’s been a while since we checked in with La Guerre, but it was worth the wait. Watching La Guerre is like watching a butterfly

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Watch Tyler Gregory’s hauntingly beautiful performance with the Bootleg Band

All week, Tyler Gregory had been in high spirits. He was constantly talking up his upcoming show around town, an event that would reunite him

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Dream pop for the summer: The Blackbird Revue

It feels a little wrong to discover a band so perfect for lazy summer days at the end of the season. The Blackbird Revue are

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Photo Gallery: The Melvins / Le Butcherettes

While most of Lawrence settled in for a calm Sunday evening, the Bottleneck was roaring. The Melvins returned to town which meant the venue was

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Lawrence Teens Inspire and Thrill at the Girls Rock! Showcase

“We might fuck up a little bit, and we’re not sorry. Because we’re girls and we’re not perfect.” Those defining words are the brave statement