A new study has shown that attending live music events reduces your levels of stress; fortunately, downtown Davenport has plenty of live music! If you haven't had a chance to check out the new Daytrotter space, head there on Sunday for a FREE show with Phoebe Bridgers. The Moeller Monday lineup is major this week with Matthew Logan Vasquez of Delta Spirit, Reverend Baron and Spirit Ghost! Next Thursday at Daytrotter, Max Jury plays with Sister Wife.
There's even more live music to see at River Music Experience and the Adler. Tonight, Sean Watkins plays the Redstone Room. This weekend, you can catch The David Mayfield Parade with The Velies, or Russ Nolan Quartet! QC Rock Academy is providing an opportunity to learn from touring bassist and guitarists Annie Clements & Scott Patton (from Sugarland's band!), who are in town with Jennifer Nettles at the Adler for the "CMT Next Women of Country Tour."
Record Store Day is this Saturday! As always, Ragged Records will have the best selection of titles this side of the Mississippi, and beyond. Get in line early for the best chance of scoring everything on your list. Early bird customers receive free goody bags filled with free RSD stuff and items from Analog Arcade Bar, Daytrotter, Dam View Inn, and Rock Island Brewing Company. Enjoy free live music all day long, and stick around because Trash Can Annie Vintage Clothing is hosting a "record breaking" 50% off sale!
Shen Yun is reviving 5,000 years of civilization and bringing back a glorious culture of breathtaking music and dance. Shen Yun is an international phenomenon bringing the wonders of ancient Chinese culture to millions across the globe. See for yourself why this performance is leaving people around the world in awe!
Great River Brewery is tapping its Honey Hemp Double Pils on Wednesday! Earth Ascending will be playing, plus its a potluck, so bring munchies to share! After the Honey Hemp Tapping Party head over to RME for a special hump day celebration with The Way Down Wanderers. Show your hand stamp from the GRB party and get $1 off Honey Hemp drafts at RME for the evening.
The Quad Cities River Bandits have a weekend home stand against the Kane County Cougars; this season is full of promotions! Thursday is City of Davenport night at the ballpark, fireworks will go up on Friday after the game, and celebrate Irish Heritage Night Saturday. On Sunday, bring your dog for Bark in the Park!
A trio of Main Street businesses were the first honorees of a new award celebrating local small business. Mayor Frank Klipsch kicked-ff this new initiative that celebrates businesses being the foundations of our community. Endless Brews, The Full Kit and Oh So Sweet by Tiphanie were all recognized. Congrats to our neighbors on Main!
Next Thursday, visit Studio 56/Azubuike Gallery at Bucktown for "A Film & A Conversation" featuring Through the Lens Darkly: Black Photographers and the Emergence of a People. Bucktown is also offering a three-day portrait and figure workshop next weekend by award-winning artist Tina Garrett. Tina was recently named an Associate Living Master Artist, the second-highest designation bestowed by the Art Renewal Center.
04/22 - Minus Six
04/23 - Chicago Farmer
04/25 - Moeller Mondays
04/26 - QC River Bandits vs South Bend
04/27 - QC River Bandits vs South Bend
04/29 - Family Groove Company w/ The Low Down
04/29 - QC River Bandits vs West Michigan
04/30 - Ballet Quad Cities Russian Fairy Tales
04/30 - QC River Bandits vs West Michigan
