How do Schrocks rock the holidays? Musically, of course!
The renowned family band comes to ArtRat for its third annual holiday show here. Dad Mark Schrock breaks it down ahead of the show.
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Spencer LaJoye revisits their roots
The “queer indie folk” singer/songwriter plays Americana Sundays Nov. 10.
Fiddler Ruby John voices First Nations, European traditions
She appears with guitarist John Warstler at ArtRat’s Americana Sundays April 7.
Behind Round Creek String Band’s ‘Midwest old-time sound’
Ahead of the young West Michigan band's Americana Sundays debut, of the show, mandolinist Jason Wheeler talked about the ingredients that go into RCBS' music and collaborative style.
Blue Water Ramblers surface at ArtRat
The 2024 season of ArtRat's Americana Sundays music series kicks off with a set by this veteran Grand Rapids combo, which has been playing together for 22 years.
Spooky Ms. Tiyi has tales to tell
Americana Sundays hosts true stories of the spirit realm.
Nic Gareiss: Dancing between tradition and inclusion
The renowned performer discusses the historical roots of his modes of dance, as well as the ethnographic training and queer perspective he brings to the stage.
Straight out of Durham: Viv & Riley
Ahead of their performance at Americana Sundays, ArtRat interviewed Vivian Leva and Riley Calcagno.
The Wild Honey Collective: Roots with an edge
Born of necessity during the pandemic, the "Lansing supergroup" brings its eclectic mix of influences to ArtRat's Americana Sundays.