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2002 Articles

12/11/2002

An Evening with The Snaggs

If you're looking for a night out with a mellow low energy band that plays only what you would expect from a local act…then DON'T see The Snaggs! > More

12/02/2002

Put a little 'stank' on it!

Recently I had the opportunity to meet and speak with Matt Engbring and Dennis Feltner from local band Stank Willie at Café Patou, a French bistro on Broadway Ave. I quickly learned that they both had a sense of wit and sarcasm that made it a little unclear whether I was speaking to a band or a comedy duo turned musical act. > More

09/21/2002

Men of Their Times

Local band "Men of Our Times," named after a song from Genesis's 1980 album Duke, played a farewell show for drummer of 15 years Jim Conley at Gaspo's Auto Inn in downtown Rockford, Illinois. The outdoor show began with a bang as fireworks for the "On the Waterfront" festival exploded near by. > More

09/18/2002

L.O.C.

L.O.C., last year's Bandamonium winner, plays with a high energy heavy fury that rivals Metallica, MegaDeth and Linkin' Park. L.O.C. works hard at promoting themselves and building a fan base. They consider their fans "friends" and are known for getting the audience to participate in their shows by bringing them on stage. > More