Wanees Zarour (6pm)
the Quad City Arts Visiting Artist is an award winning Palestinian-American composer, arranger and multi-instrumentalist steeped in maqam and jazz music; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. 3 Door Coupe (6:30pm)
Event Title: 3 Door Coupe (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Indigo Girls - Lucy Wainwright Roche
concert with the folk rock music duo from Atlanta, Georgia, United States, consisting of Amy Ray and Emily Saliers, featuring a set by Lucy Wainwright Roche; $59-89; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit missioncreekfestival.com. Wanees Zarour (2pm)
the Quad City Arts Visiting Artist is an award winning Palestinian-American composer, arranger and multi-instrumentalist steeped in maqam and jazz music; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Venue: Wesley United Methodist Church.
Thursday, April 18, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Wesley United Methodist Church.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Lewis Knudsen (6pm)
Event Title: Lewis Knudsen (6pm). Venue: Twin Span Brewing.
Thursday, April 18, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Twin Span Brewing.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Jam Night (6pm)
Event Title: Open Jam Night (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, April 18, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Open Stage Night (6pm)
on Thursdays; a weekly open-mic event; we will also be serving java and pastries and breakfast and lunch from our kitchen at that time; for information, call 309-788-5282.
Event Title: Open Stage Night (6pm). Venue: Theo's Java Cafe.
Thursday, April 18, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Theo's Java Cafe.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Chuck Murphy (6:30pm)
Event Title: Chuck Murphy (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Thursday, April 18, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, April 18, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Brandon Heath
concert with the contemporary Christian musician, singer, and songwriter from Nashville; $25-50.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Thursday, April 18, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Indigo Girls - Lucy Wainwright Roche
concert with the folk rock music duo from Atlanta, Georgia, United States, consisting of Amy Ray and Emily Saliers, featuring a set by Lucy Wainwright Roche; $59-89; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Thursday, April 18, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit missioncreekfestival.com. Googolplexia - Carondelet Guy
free, all ages.
Event Title: Googolplexia - Carondelet Guy. Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Thursday, April 18, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Gray Wolf Band (6:30pm)
Event Title: Gray Wolf Band (6:30pm). Venue: Lavender Crest Winery.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Lavender Crest Winery.
Creamery Road
Event Title: Creamery Road. Venue: Denny O's.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Denny O's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Daniel Stratman
Event Title: Daniel Stratman. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jeff Theisen
Event Title: Jeff Theisen. Venue: Galena Brewing Company.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Galena Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Nicole Devine
Event Title: Nicole Devine. Venue: Galena Brewing Company.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Galena Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Fit for a King - Chelsea Grin - Kingdom of Giants
Fit for a King, also known as FFAK, is an American metalcore band from Tyler, Texas formed in 2007; $32.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. La Dame Blanche (7 & 9pm)
Yaite Ramos Rodriguez, who performs as La Dame Blanche, is the daughter of Jesús "Aguaje" Ramos, trombonist with both the Buena Vista Social Club and Afro-Cuban All Stars; $10-20; for information and tickets, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. QC Santana Tribute Band
two full sets of your favorite Santana songs; $10 cover.
Venue: Rascals Live.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:55 PM.
Rascals Live.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Rosali - Fran
concert with the alternative/indie and folk musician, featuring a set by Fran; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Chicago Farmer & the Field Notes
concert with Americana musician Cody Diekhoff and his ensemble; $22; for tickets and information, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Suzanne Vega: Old Songs, New Songs, & Other Songs
concert with the Grammy-winning singer/songwriter of folk-inspired music; $20-195; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit missioncreekfestival.com. Freddy Allen 2&4 Swing Trio
Event Title: Freddy Allen 2&4 Swing Trio. Venue: Galena Brewing Company.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Galena Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Halfloves - Jim Swim - Lou Sherry
Event Title: Halfloves - Jim Swim - Lou Sherry. Venue: Gabe's.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Paxton Sherbeyn & the Solid Gold Boys
Event Title: Paxton Sherbeyn & the Solid Gold Boys. Venue: Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jake Owen
concert with the chart-topping, platinum-selling country-music singer/songwriter; $150; for tickets, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Songwriter Sessions: David G. Smith - Dave Moore - Catfish Keith
an evening of folks and pop with the singer/songwriters; $18-20; for information and tickets, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Far Out 283
Event Title: Far Out 283. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Palomino
for information, call 563-328-8000.
Event Title: Palomino. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 8:30 PM – Saturday, April 20, 2024, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Slaughter Beach, Dog
$25.
Event Title: Slaughter Beach, Dog. Venue: The James Theater.
Friday, April 19, 2024, 9:30 PM – Saturday, April 20, 2024, 12:30 AM.
The James Theater.
Quad City Music Guild Youth Chorus Spring Concert (2pm)
under the direction of Valeree Pieper and accompanied by Mary Ellen Carrol, the Quad City Music Guild Youth Chorus performs an afternoon of classics from Broadway; $5-10; for information, call 309-762-6610.
Venue: Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium.
For more info visit qcmusicguild.com. Eric Whitlock (6pm)
Event Title: Eric Whitlock (6pm). Venue: The Edge Eatery & Drinkatorium.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Edge Eatery & Drinkatorium.
Hap Hazard
Event Title: Hap Hazard. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. QWANQWA
Event Title: QWANQWA. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. A Rock n' Roll Tribute from Elvis to The Beatles featuring The Neverly Brothers
a guided, virtual, musical tour of the birth, near death and resurrection of rock n' roll rock n roll - from 1955 to 1965; $15-28; for information and tickets, call 563-652-9815.
Venue: Ohnward Fine Arts Center.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ohnward Fine Arts Center.
For more info visit ohnwardfineartscenter.com. Coco - Sima Cunningham
concert with the touring indie musicians, featuring a set by Sima Cunningham; $21.17.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. The Rat Pack: An Evening with Frank & Dean
Chicago area native Peter Oprisko is one of the nation's most in-demand and acclaimed concert and recording artist; $25-30; for information, call 815-244-2035.
Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Wanees Zarour
the Quad City Arts Visiting Artist is an award winning Palestinian-American composer, arranger and multi-instrumentalist steeped in maqam and jazz music; $10-20; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Freddie Old Soul - Kay Killa - TheZeffsterr - Kurr-is
$10-15.
Event Title: Freddie Old Soul - Kay Killa - TheZeffsterr - Kurr-is. Venue: Wright House of Fashion.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Wright House of Fashion.
Michael Moncada & Whiskey High - Far Out 283
concert with the popular area musicians; $15-20.
Venue: Rascals Live.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Rascals Live.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Drama Major - High Five Sinners - Experimental Submarines
Event Title: Drama Major - High Five Sinners - Experimental Submarines. Venue: Denny O's.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Denny O's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Funktastic 5
Event Title: Funktastic 5. Venue: Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Gimme Gimme Disco
Event Title: Gimme Gimme Disco. Venue: Gabe's.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jordan Danielsen
Event Title: Jordan Danielsen. Venue: Galena Brewing Company.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Galena Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. George Thorogood & the Destroyers
by reverently reinventing obscure blues, country and RB tracks by icons that include Bo Diddley, John Lee Hooker and Hank Williams, the musicians have kept the music of these American masters alive; $50-90, with $5 of every ticket sold going to the “Marla Thorogood Memorial Fund for Ovarian Cancer Research”; for tickets and information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band
concert with the blues, rock, and honkytonk country musicians; $17-20; for information and tickets, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Shady: A Live Band Tribute to the Music of Eminem
sing along, dance, put your hands up, smile, and have a good time with the Eminem tribute musician; $12.50-20.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. The Zone
for information, call 563-328-8000.
Event Title: The Zone. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 8:45 PM – Sunday, April 21, 2024, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Code 415
Event Title: Code 415. Venue: Crabby's Bar & Grill.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 9:00 PM – Sunday, April 21, 2024, 1:00 AM.
Crabby's.
Project X
Event Title: Project X. Venue: Harley Corin's.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 9:00 PM – Sunday, April 21, 2024, 12:00 AM.
Harley Corin's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Sleepyhead
Event Title: Sleepyhead. Venue: 11th Street Precinct.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 9:00 PM – Sunday, April 21, 2024, 12:00 AM.
11th Street Precinct.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jim Ryan (2pm)
Event Title: Jim Ryan (2pm). Venue: BS General Store.
Sunday, April 21, 2024, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
BS General Store.
Doug Brundies (3pm)
Event Title: Doug Brundies (3pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, April 21, 2024, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Rhett & Rich Acoustic Duo (3pm)
Event Title: Rhett & Rich Acoustic Duo (3pm). Venue: The Main Event.
Sunday, April 21, 2024, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
The Main Event.
Polyrhythms' Third Sunday Jazz Series: Lois Deloatch with the Polyrhythms Trio (5pm)
Deloatch, a vocalist, lyricist, and composer, is joined by the Polyrhythms Trio featuring Corey Kendrick on piano, Ron Wilson on bass, and Manuel Lopez III on drums; general admission for the concert is $20 (no reserved seating) with free admission for children, K-12 students, and College students (ID required).
Venue: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Quad Cities.
Sunday, April 21, 2024, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Quad Cities.
For more info visit www.polyrhythms.org. QWANQWA
with swirling masinko (one-stringed fiddle), wah-wah violin, bass krar grooves, the heavy riffs of goat skin kebero beats, and powerful mellismatic lead African diva vocals, the Ethiopian ensemble keeps the people rapt in celebratory attention; a potluck, starting at 6pm, precedes each concert, with music beginning at 7pm; all concerts are family-friendly and open to guests of all ages; plates, bowls, silverware, napkins, and serving utensils provided; a $25-35 donation is suggested, with all donations going to the performers.
Event Title: QWANQWA. Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Sunday, April 21, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Karaoke Night
Event Title: Karaoke Night. Venue: My Place the Pub.
Sunday, April 21, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
My Place the Pub.
Jazz Night at 2nd & Main (6pm)
on Tuesdays; a collection of jazz ensembles from across the QC area will perform on the Common Chord Community Stage inside Zeke’s Island Cafe; free; for information, call 563-326-1333.
Event Title: Jazz Night at 2nd & Main (6pm). Venue: Zeke's Island Cafe.
Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Zeke's Island Cafe.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. TsuShiMaMiRe (6pm)
concert with the female Japanese rock trio whose style is eclectic punk rock, mixing noisy and pop instrumental sounds with idiosyncratic, quirky, often funny or disturbing lyrics; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Caroline Rose - Sophie Mitchell
concert with the Grammy-nominated American singer, songwriter, musician, and producer, featuring a set by Sophie Mitchell; $17-95; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit missioncreekfestival.com. Karaoke Night
Event Title: Karaoke Night. Venue: My Place the Pub.
Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 12:00 AM.
My Place the Pub.
Karaoke w/ DJ Frost
Event Title: Karaoke w/ DJ Frost. Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 12:00 AM.
Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Pickled Beats (6:30pm)
Event Title: Pickled Beats (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Mokoomba
concert with the explosively talented six-man crew from Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe; a potluck, starting at 6pm, precedes each concert, with music beginning at 7pm; all concerts are family-friendly and open to guests of all ages; plates, bowls, silverware, napkins, and serving utensils provided; a $25-35 donation is suggested, with all donations going to the performers.
Event Title: Mokoomba. Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jacob Hemenway (6pm)
Event Title: Jacob Hemenway (6pm). Venue: Twin Span Brewing.
Thursday, April 25, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Twin Span Brewing.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Jam Night (6pm)
Event Title: Open Jam Night (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, April 25, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Open Stage Night (6pm)
on Thursdays; a weekly open-mic event; we will also be serving java and pastries and breakfast and lunch from our kitchen at that time; for information, call 309-788-5282.
Event Title: Open Stage Night (6pm). Venue: Theo's Java Cafe.
Thursday, April 25, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Theo's Java Cafe.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Not Petty Tom Petty Tribute (6:30pm)
Event Title: Not Petty Tom Petty Tribute (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Thursday, April 25, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, April 25, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Open Mic & Karaoke Night
Event Title: Open Mic & Karaoke Night. Venue: The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse.
Thursday, April 25, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic Night & Karaoke Night
Event Title: Open Mic Night & Karaoke Night. Venue: The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse.
Thursday, April 25, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Water Is the Sun - Elliott Bay Towers
$12 at the door, all ages.
Event Title: Water Is the Sun - Elliott Bay Towers. Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Thursday, April 25, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Georgette Jones
concert with the daughter of George Jones and Tammy Wynette in the Country Vibes Series; $25; for information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, April 26, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Madeleine Peyroux - Joy Clark
concert with the jazz singer and songwriter who began her career as a teenager on the streets of Paris, featuring a set by Joy Clark; $25-64.50; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Friday, April 26, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit missioncreekfestival.com. Amateur Selectors: Bobby Blood
free, all ages.
Event Title: Water Is the Sun - Elliott Bay Towers. Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Friday, April 26, 2024, 8:00 PM – Saturday, April 27, 2024, 12:00 AM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Got Your Six
Event Title: Got Your Six. Venue: Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
Friday, April 26, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Lizano, Barnhouse & Palmer
Event Title: Lizano, Barnhouse & Palmer. Venue: Galena Brewing Company.
Friday, April 26, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Galena Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Aries vs. Taurus Hip Hop and R&B Bash: Dey Hustle & Max Julian - Troche Treble Tha Singer - Twixie Too Sweets - Backdoedizzle
hosted by Uncle Beats and sounds by DJ Candyman; $15 at the door; for information and tickets, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Friday, April 26, 2024, 8:00 PM – Saturday, April 27, 2024, 12:00 AM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Here Come the Mummies
an evening with the tightly wrapped touring rockers; $25.75-35.75.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Friday, April 26, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Under the Purple Rain Lip Sync Show
lip-sync sensation Gemini takes the stage for an unforgettable evening with "Under The Purple Rain"; Gemini will be lip syncing and dancing to all your favorite Prince songs; emceed by Michelle Royal; $10-12; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 extension 2.
Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Friday, April 26, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit www.thecirca21speakeasy.com. CraZy Ex
Event Title: CraZy Ex. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, April 26, 2024, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Flatland Ridge
for information, call 563-328-8000.
Event Title: Flatland Ridge. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, April 26, 2024, 8:30 PM – Saturday, April 27, 2024, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Angela Meyer
Event Title: Angela Meyer. Venue: The Combine Bar & Grill.
Friday, April 26, 2024, 9:00 PM – Saturday, April 27, 2024, 12:00 AM.
The Combine Bar & Grill.
Emo Nite
Event Title: Emo Nite. Venue: Gabe's.
Friday, April 26, 2024, 9:00 PM – Saturday, April 27, 2024, 12:00 AM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Wiersons (2pm)
playing for the church's Rock and Roll Tea; for information, call 309-762-6022.
Event Title: The Wiersons (2pm). Venue: Christ Anglican Church.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Christ Anglican Church.
Hawthorne Heights - Bike Routes ( 3 & 8pm)
at 3 & 8pm; a full breakdown of the landmark album" The Silence in Black and White," featuring new arrangements, exclusive performances, and stories about the making and breaking of Hawthorne Heights, featuring a set by Bike Routes.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.com. Rob and Gary of the Night People (6pm)
Event Title: Rob and Gary of the Night People (6pm). Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Sean Easton (6pm)
Event Title: Sean Easton (6pm). Venue: Steventon's.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Steventon's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Divide the Fall - Manhattan Blockade - The Failsafe - Autumn Academy (6pm)
an evening with the rock outfits presented by NAMI and I'm Not Broken; with 50/50 drawings and more; $15-20.
Venue: Village Theatre.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Village Theatre.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Angela Meyer
performing for the Maloney's Anniversary Part.
Event Title: Angela Meyer. Venue: Maloney's Pub.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Maloney's Pub.
Identity Crisis
Event Title: Identity Crisis. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Jim Ryan
Event Title: Jim Ryan. Venue: Geneseo Brewing Company.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Geneseo Brewing Company.
Still Shine
Event Title: Still Shine. Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Better Late Than Never
BLTN consists of four musicians with all more than 20 years experience including members having professional education in music, studio recording experience, and Nashville record-label experience; $20; for information, call 815-244-2035.
Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Jake Simon - Anderson Daniels
concert with the country singer/songwriter from central Iowa, featuring a set by Anderson Daniels; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Sins N Roses
Chicago's premier Guns N Roses Tribute band makes their QC debut performing all of your favorite GnR songs; $12-15.
Venue: Rascals Live.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:55 PM.
Rascals Live.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Upchurch
an evening with the more-serious alter ego of comic hick-hop performer Upchurch the Redneck, country and "hick-hop" musician Ryan Upchurch; $64.75.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Galesburg Community Chorus Spring Concert: Carmina Burana
performance of one of the most well-loved and exciting choral works of the 20th century, directed by Dr. Tim Pahel; for information, call 309-299-4090 and e-mail galesburgchorusmanager@gmail.com.
Venue: First Presbyterian Church - Galesburg.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
First Presbyterian Church - Galesburg.
Quad City Symphony Orchestra Gala Concert w/ Emanuel Ax
the multi-Grammy Award-winning pianist will perform Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "Concertos No. 25 (K. 503) & No. 20 (K. 466)"; the QCSO will bookend these works with Gustav Mahler’s "Blumine" and Igor Stravinsky’s "The Firebird: Suite"; a ticketed dessert reception with an opportunity to meet the artist will immediately follow in the Gold Room at the Hotel Blackhawk; for information, call 563-322-0931.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit qcso.org. Bobbi White & Co.
Event Title: Bobbi White & Co. Venue: Denny O's.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Denny O's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Tony Hoeppner & Friends
Event Title: Tony Hoeppner & Friends. Venue: Galena Brewing Company.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Galena Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Lonestar
on the forthcoming "TEN to 1" record, the award-winning country band are taking a fresh look at all 10 of their chart-topping country songs; $30-60; for tickets and information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. 10 of Soul
for information, call 563-328-8000.
Event Title: 10 of Soul. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 8:30 PM – Sunday, April 28, 2024, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Toxic Blonde
Event Title: Toxic Blonde. Venue: Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. AJ Schmall Band
Event Title: AJ Schmall Band. Venue: 11th Street Precinct.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 9:00 PM – Sunday, April 28, 2024, 12:00 AM.
11th Street Precinct.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Tom Holland & the Shuffle Kings (2pm)
the Mississippi Valley Blues Society presents an afternoon with the artist whose contributions to the blues have been recognized with his induction into the Chicago Blues Hall of Fame in 2013; $13-15; for information, call 563-322-5837.
Venue: Best Western Steeplegate Inn.
Sunday, April 28, 2024, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Best Western Steeplegate Inn.
For more info visit www.mvbs.org. BanD Acoustic (3:30pm)
Event Title: BanD Acoustic (3:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, April 28, 2024, 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Music Explorers: Motown & Stax (4pm)
an interactive family concert that introduces live music to youth in fun, creative, and imaginative ways; $10 for ages 13 & up, ages 12 and under free; for information and tickets, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Sunday, April 28, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. QCSO/QCSYE Side-by-Side Concert (5:30pm)
the Quad City Symphony Youth Ensembles (QCSYE) consists of four school-year orchestras for musicians of all ability levels, ages 7 to 18; the program provides a rigorous and inspiring learning environment founded on musical excellence for string, woodwind, brass, and percussion musicians; for information and tickets, call 563-326-8500.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Sunday, April 28, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit qcso.org. Karaoke Night
Event Title: Karaoke Night. Venue: My Place the Pub.
Sunday, April 28, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
My Place the Pub.
Jazz Night at 2nd & Main (6pm)
on Tuesdays; a collection of jazz ensembles from across the QC area will perform on the Common Chord Community Stage inside Zeke’s Island Cafe; free; for information, call 563-326-1333.
Event Title: Jazz Night at 2nd & Main (6pm). Venue: Zeke's Island Cafe.
Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Zeke's Island Cafe.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Alejandro Escovedo - James Mastro
concert with the rock musician, songwriter, and singer who has been recording and touring since the late 1970s, featuring a set by James Mastro; $20-38; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit missioncreekfestival.com. Morgan Wade
concert with the country-music singer/songwriter; $29-135.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Karaoke Night
Event Title: Karaoke Night. Venue: My Place the Pub.
Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 12:00 AM.
My Place the Pub.
Karaoke w/ DJ Frost
Event Title: Karaoke w/ DJ Frost. Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 12:00 AM.
Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Marty O'Reilly - Daisychain - Todd Day Wait
concert with the blues, folk, and soul singer/songwriter, featuring sets by Daisychain and Todd Day Wait; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Jam Night (6pm)
Event Title: Open Jam Night (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, May 2, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Open Stage Night (6pm)
on Thursdays; a weekly open-mic event; we will also be serving java and pastries and breakfast and lunch from our kitchen at that time; for information, call 309-788-5282.
Event Title: Open Stage Night (6pm). Venue: Theo's Java Cafe.
Thursday, May 2, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Theo's Java Cafe.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, May 2, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Naught Quite Right (6pm)
performing rock 'n' roll; free; for information, call 563-324-4394.
Event Title: Naught Quite Right (6pm). Venue: Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Friday, May 3, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Douglas & Tucker (6pm)
local favorites Douglas & Tucker will perform acoustic favorites, rock, and pop, along with some original songs from their power pop band, Einstein’s Sister; bring chairs and blankets; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Venue: Railway Park Gazebo.
Friday, May 3, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Railway Park Gazebo.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Mark Hestness
Event Title: Mark Hestness. Venue: Probstei Bar.
Friday, May 3, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Probstei Bar.
Far Out 283
concert event in the 2024 Rock the Wood Summer Lineup series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Friday, May 3, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Don Gustofoson
Event Title: Don Gustofoson. Venue: Galena Brewing Company.
Friday, May 3, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Galena Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Burning Red: The Ultimate Live Band Tribute to Taylor Swift
a concert for Swifties by Swifties; $19.89-22.89.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Friday, May 3, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Los Lobos
concert with the legendary Hispanic rockers whose accolades include five 5 Grammys, an Austin City Limits Hall of Fame induction, and the ALMA Richie Valens Pioneer Award; $30-60; for tickets and information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Friday, May 3, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. QC Santana Tribute Band (2:30pm) - Troy Rangel & Friends (7pm)
concert event in the 2024 Rock the Wood Summer Lineup series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Saturday, May 4, 2024, 2:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Levi Craft Trio (6pm)
Event Title: Levi Craft Trio (6pm). Venue: The Edge Eatery & Drinkatorium.
Saturday, May 4, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Edge Eatery & Drinkatorium.
Wage War - Nothing More - Veil of Maya - Sleep Theory (6:30pm)
an evening with the touring metalcore and rock musicians; $44.75-58.82.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Saturday, May 4, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Tyler Richton & the High Bank Boys (7pm) - Jerrod Niemann (8:30pm)
presented by Music at Meadows; food trucks on-site.
Event Title: Tyler Richton & the High Bank Boys (7pm) - Jerrod Niemann (8:30pm). Venue: Rolling Meadows Event Center.
Saturday, May 4, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Rolling Meadows Event Center.
Wild Party
concert with the indie-rock ensemble formed by lead singer Lincoln Kreifels and guitarist Lucas Hughes in 2009; $23.81.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, May 4, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Grismore, Towne, & Crumley Jazz Trio
Event Title: Grismore, Towne, & Crumley Jazz Trio. Venue: Galena Brewing Company.
Saturday, May 4, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Galena Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Ball Bash w/ Big Boogie
celebrating the 37th birthday of Davenport Iowa promoter Whitney Joyner, aka “Whitball,” and all Tauruses of the Quad Cities and surrounding areas; hosted by mega rap star Big Boogie of CMG; $45-72; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Davenport RiverCenter.
Saturday, May 4, 2024, 8:00 PM – Sunday, May 5, 2024, 12:00 AM.
Davenport RiverCenter.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. QCA KnightZ
Event Title: QCA KnightZ. Venue: 11th Street Precinct.
Saturday, May 4, 2024, 9:00 PM – Sunday, May 5, 2024, 12:00 AM.
11th Street Precinct.
Manny Lopez Big Band (2pm)
the band will be performing all your favorites from such legendary artists as Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Henry Mancini, and Stan Kenton; $15-18; for information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 extension 2.
Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Sunday, May 5, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit www.thecirca21speakeasy.com. Ghost Town Blues Band (3pm)
Event Title: Ghost Town Blues Band (3pm). Venue: Moline Viking Club.
Sunday, May 5, 2024, 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Moline Viking Club.
Quad City Wind Ensemble Concert (3pm)
held in Allaert Auditorium; $8-10, free for students; for information and tickets, call 563-333-6251.
Venue: Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, May 5, 2024, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Sam Evian - Hannah Cohen (6pm)
concert with the songwriter, instrumentalist, and producer based in New York, featuring a set by Hannah Cohen; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Sunday, May 5, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Karaoke Night
Event Title: Karaoke Night. Venue: My Place the Pub.
Sunday, May 5, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
My Place the Pub.
Mama's Broke - Joel Sires
concert with the Canadian folk music duo from Halifax, Nova Scotia, consisting of Amy Lou Keeler and Lisa Maria, featuring a set by Joel Sires; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Monday, May 6, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Jazz Night at 2nd & Main (6pm)
on Tuesdays; a collection of jazz ensembles from across the QC area will perform on the Common Chord Community Stage inside Zeke’s Island Cafe; free; for information, call 563-326-1333.
Event Title: Jazz Night at 2nd & Main (6pm). Venue: Zeke's Island Cafe.
Tuesday, May 7, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Zeke's Island Cafe.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Dean Johnson (6pm)
concert with the touring folk singer/songwriter; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, May 7, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. P.O.D. - Bad Wolves - Norma Jean - Blind Channel
concert with the hard rock, hip-hop, reggae, and alternative musicians on their "I Got That Tour 2024," featuring sets by Bad Wolves, Norma Jean, and Blind Channel; $35.75-139.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Tuesday, May 7, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Karaoke Night
Event Title: Karaoke Night. Venue: My Place the Pub.
Tuesday, May 7, 2024, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, May 8, 2024, 12:00 AM.
My Place the Pub.
Karaoke w/ DJ Frost
Event Title: Karaoke w/ DJ Frost. Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, May 7, 2024, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, May 8, 2024, 12:00 AM.
Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Jam Night (6pm)
Event Title: Open Jam Night (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, May 9, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Open Stage Night (6pm)
on Thursdays; a weekly open-mic event; we will also be serving java and pastries and breakfast and lunch from our kitchen at that time; for information, call 309-788-5282.
Event Title: Open Stage Night (6pm). Venue: Theo's Java Cafe.
Thursday, May 9, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Theo's Java Cafe.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, May 9, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Iowa Steel Band (6:30pm)
an event in the the 2024 Friday Night Concert Series; the rain location for the Friday Night Concert Series is the lower level of the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp at Washington and Gilbert Streets; concerts moved to the rain location will be announced by 4pm the day of the performance and posted on the Summer of the Arts website and social media; free.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, May 10, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. Shakey Graves
Americana musician performs in support of his new album "Movie of the Week," a collection of songs whittled down from epic-length recording sessions; $50-90; for tickets and information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Friday, May 10, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. The Happy Hours
concert event in the 2024 Rock the Wood Summer Lineup series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Friday, May 10, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. QC Santana Tribute Band
Event Title: QC Santana Tribute Band. Venue: Galena Brewing Company.
Friday, May 10, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Galena Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Identity Crisis
Event Title: Identity Crisis. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, May 10, 2024, 8:30 PM – Saturday, May 11, 2024, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Horn Hang with Marc Zyla (10am)
join QCSO Principal Horn Zyla for an hour of sight-reading horn ensemble music, donuts, coffee, and more; the event is open to horn players of all ages; $25/adult, with free admission for students 18 years and younger with a suggested $10 fee; for information, call 563-322-0931.
Venue: First Presbyterian Church of Davenport.
Saturday, May 11, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
First Presbyterian Church of Davenport.
For more info visit qcso.org. Jim Ryan
Event Title: Jim Ryan. Venue: Geneseo Brewing Company.
Saturday, May 11, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Geneseo Brewing Company.
The Matt Fuller Band
band members are Singer Tyrone Phillips, Guitar Player Matt Fuller (the youngest person in the Iowa Rock and Roll Hall of Fame), Drummer Bobby Huether, and Bass Guitar player Dewey Lacefield; $15-38.
Venue: The Sound Conservatory - Moline.
Saturday, May 11, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Sound Conservatory - Moline.
For more info visit soundconservatory.com. Winterland
concert event in the 2024 Rock the Wood Summer Lineup series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Saturday, May 11, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Anna p.s.
Event Title: Anna p.s. Venue: Galena Brewing Company.
Saturday, May 11, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Galena Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Code 415
Event Title: Code 415. Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Saturday, May 11, 2024, 8:00 PM – Sunday, May 12, 2024, 12:00 AM.
Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Identity Crisis
Event Title: Identity Crisis. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, May 11, 2024, 8:30 PM – Sunday, May 12, 2024, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
DJ Part Mixx Master
Event Title: DJ Part Mixx Master. Venue: 11th Street Precinct.
Saturday, May 11, 2024, 9:00 PM – Sunday, May 12, 2024, 12:00 AM.
11th Street Precinct.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Anna p.s. (2pm)
Event Title: Anna p.s. (2pm). Venue: Crawford Brew Works.
Sunday, May 12, 2024, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Crawford Brew Works.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Carrie Sue & the Wood Burners (2pm)
concert with the musicians from Urbana IL in a presentation in the Sandburg Songbag Concert Series 2024, an array of musical showcases that honor the legacy of Carl Sandburg as a poet, writer, activist, musician, and prophet; the first set starts at 2pm and the second at 3:15pm, with refreshments served in between; $5 suggested donation.
Venue: Carl Sandburg State Historic Site.
Sunday, May 12, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Carl Sandburg State Historic Site.
For more info visit sandburg.org. Active Adult & Senior Spring Dance (4pm)
coffee and snacks begin at 4pm with live classic country and rock music and dancing to follow; bring cookies or treats to share; with a 50/50 raffle, winner announced at 6pm; all proceeds go to the Geneseo Park District Foundation; free; for information, call 309-944-5695 or 309-935-6360.
Event Title: Active Adult & Senior Spring Dance (4pm). Venue: Geneseo Community Center.
Sunday, May 12, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Geneseo Community Center.
For more info visit www.geneseoparkdistrict.org. Karaoke Night
Event Title: Karaoke Night. Venue: My Place the Pub.
Sunday, May 12, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
My Place the Pub.
The Lettermen (1 & 7:15pm)
the pop crooners of “When I Fall In Love,” “Put Your Head On My Shoulder,” “Goin’ Out Of My Head,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You,” “Hurt So Bad,” and “Shangri-La" in their 37th year in Rock Island; 11:45am doors, noon lunch, 1pm show, $61.35; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Monday, May 13, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. The Lettermen (1 & 7:15pm)
the pop crooners of “When I Fall In Love,” “Put Your Head On My Shoulder,” “Goin’ Out Of My Head,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You,” “Hurt So Bad,” and “Shangri-La" in their 37th year in Rock Island; 5:45pm doors, 6pm dinner, 7:15pm show, $67.65; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Monday, May 13, 2024, 7:15 PM – 9:15 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Jazz Night at 2nd & Main (6pm)
on Tuesdays; a collection of jazz ensembles from across the QC area will perform on the Common Chord Community Stage inside Zeke’s Island Cafe; free; for information, call 563-326-1333.
Event Title: Jazz Night at 2nd & Main (6pm). Venue: Zeke's Island Cafe.
Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Zeke's Island Cafe.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Humbird - Creekbed Carter Hogan (6pm)
concert with the Minneapolis-based folk ensemble, featuring a set by Creekbed Carter Hogan; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Karaoke Night
Event Title: Karaoke Night. Venue: My Place the Pub.
Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 12:00 AM.
My Place the Pub.
Karaoke w/ DJ Frost
Event Title: Karaoke w/ DJ Frost. Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 12:00 AM.
Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Matthew Logan Vasquez - Justin & the Cosmics (6pm)
concert with the lead singer/songwriter/guitarist of indie rock group Delta Spirit and member of indie supergroup Middle Brother, featuring a set by Justin & the Cosmics; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Jam Night (6pm)
Event Title: Open Jam Night (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, May 16, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Open Stage Night (6pm)
on Thursdays; a weekly open-mic event; we will also be serving java and pastries and breakfast and lunch from our kitchen at that time; for information, call 309-788-5282.
Event Title: Open Stage Night (6pm). Venue: Theo's Java Cafe.
Thursday, May 16, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Theo's Java Cafe.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. 12 Rods - Keeps (6pm)
concert with the Minneapolis-based alternative/indie rockers, featuring a set by Keeps; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, May 16, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, May 16, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Opera Quad Cities
a program featuring the beauty of classical singing; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, May 16, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Clear Creek Amana and Liberty High Jazz Ensembles (6:30pm)
an event in the the 2024 Friday Night Concert Series; the rain location for the Friday Night Concert Series is the lower level of the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp at Washington and Gilbert Streets; concerts moved to the rain location will be announced by 4pm the day of the performance and posted on the Summer of the Arts website and social media; free.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, May 17, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. JaCi & the Juice
Event Title: JaCi & the Juice. Venue: The V'ue.
Friday, May 17, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The V'ue.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Gavin DeGraw
concert with the Grammy-nominated pop-rock and country singer/songwriter; $39-115.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Friday, May 17, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Juno Dunes - Lyxe - Heligoats
concert with the touring indie rocker, featuring sets by Lyxe and Heligoats; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, May 17, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Rude Punch
concert event in the 2024 Rock the Wood Summer Lineup series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Friday, May 17, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Fair Warning
Event Title: Fair Warning. Venue: Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
Friday, May 17, 2024, 9:00 PM – Saturday, May 18, 2024, 12:00 AM.
Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jim Ryan (6pm)
Event Title: Jim Ryan (6pm). Venue: Geneseo Brewing Company.
Saturday, May 18, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Geneseo Brewing Company.
Tenille Townes (6pm)
concert with the Canadian country music singer from Grande Prairie, Alberta; $33.06.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, May 18, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Frank Ray
concert with the artist who has racked up two chart-topping singles and three top-10 singles on Texas Country Radio in the Country Vibes Series; $25; for information, call 563-328-8000.
Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, May 18, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Heads In Motion
concert event in the 2024 Rock the Wood Summer Lineup series; free; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Saturday, May 18, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. The Four C Notes
the Midwest’s only tribute dedicated to recreating the music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons; $25-30; for information, call 815-244-2035.
Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Saturday, May 18, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Chamber Music Quad Cities: Voice & Violin
featuring soprano and Davenport native Lily Arbisser; in her second appearance with CMQC, Arbisser will sing songs of Debussy, Rachmaninov, and Kurt Weill; violinist Kyu-Young Kim, artistic director and principal violin of the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, will join pianist Thomas Sauer for sonatas by Debussy and Beethoven, and will introduce a beautiful solo-violin piece by the Indian-American composer Reena Esmail; $5-20.
Venue: Davenport Unitarian Church.
Saturday, May 18, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Davenport Unitarian Church.
For more info visit www.chambermusicqc.org. Levi Craft
Event Title: Levi Craft. Venue: Galena Brewing Company.
Saturday, May 18, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Galena Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. An Evening with Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives
over the course of Stuart’s 40-plus years as a country and bluegrass solo artist, he has released more than 20 major label albums and scored platinum sales, hit singles, and just about every honor the industry could bestow along the way; $29-59; for tickets and information, call 563-585-7469.
Venue: John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
Saturday, May 18, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Emo Nite
with $1 of every ticket donated to the Living The Dream Foundation; $20.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Saturday, May 18, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. The Pork Tornadoes - Monica Austin
concert with one of the most well-known and loved party bands of the Midwest, featuring a set by Monica Austin; $15-25.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Saturday, May 18, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Windy City Dueling Pianos
the event combines high-energy live music played on two pianos by highly skilled players; $12-15; for information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 extension 2.
Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Saturday, May 18, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit www.thecirca21speakeasy.com. Sleepyhead
Event Title: Sleepyhead. Venue: 11th Street Precinct.
Saturday, May 18, 2024, 9:00 PM – Sunday, May 19, 2024, 12:00 AM.
11th Street Precinct.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Tophouse
concert with the Nashville-based folk musicians from Montana; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, May 18, 2024, 9:00 PM – Sunday, May 19, 2024, 12:00 AM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Polyrhythms' Third Sunday Jazz Series: The Lynne Arriale Trio (5pm)
general admission for the concert is $20 (no reserved seating) with free admission for children, K-12 students, and College students (ID required).
Venue: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Quad Cities.
Sunday, May 19, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Quad Cities.
For more info visit www.polyrhythms.org. Up Close with Marc Zyla (5pm)
join principal horn Zyla for an evening of music by Margaret Brouwer, Frederick Tillis, Gustav Mahler, and Paul Hindemith; $12-32; for tickets and information, call 563-322-0931.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, May 19, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit qcso.org. Alabama - The Bellamy Brothers
concert with history's most successful country-music band in their "Roll on It North America Tour," featuring a set by The Bellamy Brothers; $39.75-129.75; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Vibrant Arena at the MARK.
Sunday, May 19, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Vibrant Arena at the MARK.
For more info visit www.vibrantarena.com. Karaoke Night
Event Title: Karaoke Night. Venue: My Place the Pub.
Sunday, May 19, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
My Place the Pub.