by Chuck Marshall | May 14, 2016 | Beer, Michigan |
Embracing the majestic spirit of the Au Sable river, Paddle Hard Brewing adds another reason to visit the northern Michigan town of Grayling. Paddle Hard You probably know the city of Grayling for the lovely trails of Hartwick Pines and gentle waters of the Au Sable....
by Chuck Marshall | May 5, 2016 | Beer, Michigan, Music |
Short’s Anni Party XII turned the quiet town of Bellaire into party central with a celebration of awesome beer, food, and music shared with awesome people. Short’s Anni Party XII Newbies I’m not sure what rock we’ve been living under for the...
by Chuck Marshall | Apr 28, 2016 | Michigan, Music |
The underground of Bona Sera in Ypsilanti made the perfect venue to see Michigan’s Captain Ivory return home for the release of No Vacancy. Captain Ivory – No Vacancy Brenda and I have been fans of Captain Ivory since we stumbled upon them at Water Hill...
by Chuck Marshall | Apr 10, 2016 | Beer, Michigan, Travel |
Nestled in the town of Frankfort, Michigan just a couple of blocks from Lake Michigan, you’ll find a gem of a brewery called Stormcloud Brewing. Stormcloud Brewing Company – Small town, Big beer We have enjoyed Stormcloud Brewing’s beer on the S.S....
by Chuck Marshall | Mar 29, 2016 | Michigan, Travel |
The first annual Ypsilanti Comic Con packed in a host of local comic book artists, vendors, and collectibles into one day of super hero action. Ypsilanti Comic Con St. Matthew’s Methodist Church served as the venue for the first annual Ypsilanti Comic Con. The...
by Chuck Marshall | Mar 17, 2016 | Beer, Michigan |
We checked out a fundraiser for the Feelgood Tap to allow breweries around the state to pool their charitable resources and fuel them with beer. Feelgood Tap – Birth at Batch The Feelgood tap started out as rotating tap at Batch Brewing shortly after they opened...
by Chuck Marshall | Feb 28, 2016 | Michigan, Music |
The short yet brilliant career of metal band Speedgod culminates with a no holds barred music extravaganza at the Avenue Café in Lansing. Speedgod – A final celebration of music It is a sad day when a supremely talented group of musicians decides that their path...
by Chuck Marshall | Feb 13, 2016 | Michigan, Travel |
Eric Freitas is keeping the craft of clock making alive in Michigan and his latest creation is a work of art will have you thinking of Leonardo da Vinci. Eric Freitas I learned about Eric Freitas and his sculptural art clocks through our friend Dana Forrester, who is...
by Chuck Marshall | Feb 10, 2016 | Michigan, Music |
Promising the fury of the frost giants, FebruFury delivered unstoppable Michigan metal from Imminent Sonic Destruction, Hate Unbound, From Blue To Gray and Kilbury Unit. FebruFury In the dead of a Michigan winter, there is no better way to warm your bones than with...
by Chuck Marshall | Feb 6, 2016 | Michigan, Music |
A hungry crowd of rock fans devoured a powerful night of blues infused rock from the Mike Leslie Band and outstanding supporting acts. F. Patrick James gets things started Hot off of touring with Candlebox, Mike Leslie is back in town and stoked to play a show for his...