http://blog.mlive.com/soundcheck/Music News, Reviews and MoreenThu, 12 Aug 2010 16:35:15 PDTMovable Type Enterprise 4.29-advance http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/noMusic News, Reviews and Moresound_checkhttp://feedburner.google.comhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/q6aY5z2bTqs/rock_on_music_columnist_depart.htmlcat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musictag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressSat, 14 Jan 2012 15:29:46 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2012:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7559230 ]]>See memorable quotes from interviews with Ray Charles, Robert Plant, Bob Seger, Alice Cooper, Ringo Starr and more. noSee memorable quotes from interviews with Ray Charles, Robert Plant, Bob Seger, Alice Cooper, Ringo Starr and more. See memorable quotes from interviews with Ray Charles, Robert Plant, Bob Seger, Alice Cooper, Ringo Starr and more. cat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2012/01/rock_on_music_columnist_depart.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/rlhWfWDlxgE/local_spin_of_the_week_grand_r_36.htmlcat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musictag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressThu, 12 Jan 2012 07:54:19 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2012:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7558384 ]]>Trio plays One Trick Pony on Saturday. See details and watch an exclusive video of an original tune.noTrio plays One Trick Pony on Saturday. See details and watch an exclusive video of an original tune.Trio plays One Trick Pony on Saturday. See details and watch an exclusive video of an original tune.cat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2012/01/local_spin_of_the_week_grand_r_36.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/33RhMkfse-A/nickelback_to_play_grand_rapid.htmlcat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musiccat:Upcoming eventstag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressWed, 11 Jan 2012 20:04:54 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2012:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7554327 ]]>After Turkey Day halftime show brouhaha, Canadian rockers will tour behind new album, “Here and Now.” See ticket details. noAfter Turkey Day halftime show brouhaha, Canadian rockers will tour behind new album, “Here and Now.” See ticket details. After Turkey Day halftime show brouhaha, Canadian rockers will tour behind new album, “Here and Now.” See ticket details. cat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, cat:Upcoming events, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2012/01/nickelback_to_play_grand_rapid.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/dEKy2a4IpWM/red_hot_chili_peppers_reschedu.htmlcat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musictag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressWed, 11 Jan 2012 14:33:44 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2012:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7553255.20120111112756 ]]>Lead singer and Grand Rapids native undergoes surgery after he breaks foot; still no Michigan dates on tour schedule.noLead singer and Grand Rapids native undergoes surgery after he breaks foot; still no Michigan dates on tour schedule.Lead singer and Grand Rapids native undergoes surgery after he breaks foot; still no Michigan dates on tour schedule.cat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2012/01/red_hot_chili_peppers_reschedu.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/7kVL3tLDwnw/the_weekend_list_brad_paisley_1.htmlcat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musiccat:Upcoming eventstag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressWed, 11 Jan 2012 07:53:15 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2012:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7541429.20120111105315 ]]>Grand Rapids' live music runs the gamut: jazz, country, rock, Christian rock, electro-pop, bluegrass. What's the Under-the-Radar pick? noGrand Rapids' live music runs the gamut: jazz, country, rock, Christian rock, electro-pop, bluegrass. What's the Under-the-Radar pick? Grand Rapids' live music runs the gamut: jazz, country, rock, Christian rock, electro-pop, bluegrass. What's the Under-the-Radar pick? cat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, cat:Upcoming events, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2012/01/the_weekend_list_brad_paisley_1.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/LU93WaIPZ4E/janes_addiction_books_grand_ra.htmlcat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musiccat:Upcoming eventstag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressTue, 10 Jan 2012 18:12:09 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2012:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7548078.20120110211209 ]]>Touring behind new album, Perry Farrell and crew to play DeVos Performance Hall in MarchnoTouring behind new album, Perry Farrell and crew to play DeVos Performance Hall in MarchTouring behind new album, Perry Farrell and crew to play DeVos Performance Hall in Marchcat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, cat:Upcoming events, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2012/01/janes_addiction_books_grand_ra.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/7re5ndKCOKc/uncle_kracker_to_play_grand_ra.htmlcat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musiccat:Upcoming eventstag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressTue, 10 Jan 2012 09:15:43 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2012:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7547425.20120110121543 ]]>Ty Stone and Sonia Leigh also on the bill for The Intersection show. See when tickets go on sale. noTy Stone and Sonia Leigh also on the bill for The Intersection show. See when tickets go on sale. Ty Stone and Sonia Leigh also on the bill for The Intersection show. See when tickets go on sale. cat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, cat:Upcoming events, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2012/01/uncle_kracker_to_play_grand_ra.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/mFvQzSG-RRc/the_wacky_year_that_was_rebecc.htmlcat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musictag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressFri, 06 Jan 2012 07:57:28 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2012:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7527034.20120106105728 ]]>Music columnist marvels at peculiar trends in recent months, including his beloved Lions clawing their way into the NFL playoffs. Watch videos.noMusic columnist marvels at peculiar trends in recent months, including his beloved Lions clawing their way into the NFL playoffs. Watch videos.Music columnist marvels at peculiar trends in recent months, including his beloved Lions clawing their way into the NFL playoffs. Watch videos.cat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2012/01/the_wacky_year_that_was_rebecc.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/eb1SXzC6bm8/west_michigan_entertainment_li_56.htmlcat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musiccat:Upcoming eventstag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressThu, 05 Jan 2012 10:05:02 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2012:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7521759.20120105130502 ]]>Trip the Light seeks original music, band battles ensue and Grand Rapids' Festival needs applications. See details.noTrip the Light seeks original music, band battles ensue and Grand Rapids' Festival needs applications. See details.Trip the Light seeks original music, band battles ensue and Grand Rapids' Festival needs applications. See details.cat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, cat:Upcoming events, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2012/01/west_michigan_entertainment_li_56.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/BZ7lcu3NV7A/local_spin_of_the_week_muskego.htmlcat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musiccat:Upcoming eventstag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressThu, 05 Jan 2012 12:39:27 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2012:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7522825.20120105153927 ]]>Veteran West Michigan folk duo performs Saturday at The Intersection as part of the Winter Wheat benefit. See details. noVeteran West Michigan folk duo performs Saturday at The Intersection as part of the Winter Wheat benefit. See details. Veteran West Michigan folk duo performs Saturday at The Intersection as part of the Winter Wheat benefit. See details. cat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, cat:Upcoming events, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2012/01/local_spin_of_the_week_muskego.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/gZbXE9wncnM/the_weekend_list_the_wu-tang_c.htmlcat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musiccat:Upcoming eventstag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressWed, 04 Jan 2012 05:47:46 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2012:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7511827.20120104084746 ]]>The first full weekend of the new year boasts a pair of indoor folk showcases and some debut performances. See details, videos. noThe first full weekend of the new year boasts a pair of indoor folk showcases and some debut performances. See details, videos. The first full weekend of the new year boasts a pair of indoor folk showcases and some debut performances. See details, videos. cat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, cat:Upcoming events, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2012/01/the_weekend_list_the_wu-tang_c.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/a6xi_81QfN8/saluting_west_michigans_local.htmlcat:Album reviewscat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musictag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressFri, 30 Dec 2011 12:15:37 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2012:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7497468.20111230151537 ]]>Grand Rapids bands share music critic's honors for best local albums of 2011. Listen to their music and watch exclusive video clips.noGrand Rapids bands share music critic's honors for best local albums of 2011. Listen to their music and watch exclusive video clips.Grand Rapids bands share music critic's honors for best local albums of 2011. Listen to their music and watch exclusive video clips.cat:Album reviews, cat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2012/01/saluting_west_michigans_local.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/OVCylQay-h0/west_michigan_entertainment_li_55.htmlcat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musiccat:Upcoming eventstag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressThu, 29 Dec 2011 13:10:53 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2011:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7492781.20111229161053 ]]>From the Wu-Tang Clan to Keb' Mo' to The Juliets to Chris Bathgate, music heats up January. See the rest of the list.noFrom the Wu-Tang Clan to Keb' Mo' to The Juliets to Chris Bathgate, music heats up January. See the rest of the list.From the Wu-Tang Clan to Keb' Mo' to The Juliets to Chris Bathgate, music heats up January. See the rest of the list.cat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, cat:Upcoming events, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2011/12/west_michigan_entertainment_li_55.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/Y83ft4kn_S8/local_spin_of_the_week_grand_r_35.htmlcat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musictag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressWed, 28 Dec 2011 13:01:40 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2011:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7487251.20111228160140 ]]>Hard-rocking, hard-touring Grand Rapids band is back in town for tonight's "Holiday Mayhem" show. See details. noHard-rocking, hard-touring Grand Rapids band is back in town for tonight's "Holiday Mayhem" show. See details. Hard-rocking, hard-touring Grand Rapids band is back in town for tonight's "Holiday Mayhem" show. See details. cat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2011/12/local_spin_of_the_week_grand_r_35.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/4WWSM9Mc1uY/anthony_kiedis_michigan_moment.htmltag:John Sinkevicstag:Michigan MomentsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressFri, 30 Dec 2011 06:13:09 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2011:/entertainment/index.ssf//3965.7467201.20111230091309 ]]>His band will inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame next year. noHis band will inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame next year. His band will inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame next year. tag:John Sinkevics, tag:Michigan Momentshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/index.ssf/2011/12/anthony_kiedis_michigan_moment.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/DVVeUqE7wAM/the_weekend_list_mustard_plug_2.htmlcat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musiccat:Upcoming eventstag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressWed, 28 Dec 2011 10:32:37 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2011:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7482982.20111228133237 ]]>Check out a couple of New Year's Eve "under-the-radar" picks along with some amazing live jazz. noCheck out a couple of New Year's Eve "under-the-radar" picks along with some amazing live jazz. Check out a couple of New Year's Eve "under-the-radar" picks along with some amazing live jazz. cat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, cat:Upcoming events, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2011/12/the_weekend_list_mustard_plug_2.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/f49bXEKH1f4/best_albums_concerts_of_2011_t.htmlcat:Album reviewscat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musictag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressFri, 23 Dec 2011 07:38:51 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2011:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7452454.20111223103851 ]]>Grand Rapids Press and MLive reviewer makes his year-end picks. See what came out on top and video highlights. noGrand Rapids Press and MLive reviewer makes his year-end picks. See what came out on top and video highlights. Grand Rapids Press and MLive reviewer makes his year-end picks. See what came out on top and video highlights. cat:Album reviews, cat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2011/12/best_albums_concerts_of_2011_t.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/mEEUSaqs0MM/the_weekend_list_the_verve_pip_2.htmlcat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musiccat:Upcoming eventstag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressWed, 21 Dec 2011 09:27:37 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2011:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7450798.20111221122737 ]]>Chill with a blizzard of live, pre-holiday music, from funk to country. And see this weekend's under-the-radar pick. noChill with a blizzard of live, pre-holiday music, from funk to country. And see this weekend's under-the-radar pick. Chill with a blizzard of live, pre-holiday music, from funk to country. And see this weekend's under-the-radar pick. cat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, cat:Upcoming events, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2011/12/the_weekend_list_the_verve_pip_2.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/HKNOhJe81es/forget_about_no-shows_katy_per.htmlcat:John Sinkevics columnscat:MLive - Entertainmentcat:Musictag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressFri, 16 Dec 2011 10:03:48 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2011:/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3718.7440255.20111216130348 ]]>2011's final flurry of Local Spins CDs blankets audiences with folk, jazz, rock, pop and indescribable grooviness. See details and links. no2011's final flurry of Local Spins CDs blankets audiences with folk, jazz, rock, pop and indescribable grooviness. See details and links. 2011's final flurry of Local Spins CDs blankets audiences with folk, jazz, rock, pop and indescribable grooviness. See details and links. cat:John Sinkevics columns, cat:MLive - Entertainment, cat:Music, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/entertainment/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2011/12/forget_about_no-shows_katy_per.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/sound_check/~3/472SD46tOjQ/profile_producer_rock_performe.htmlcat:Profilestag:John SinkevicsJohn Sinkevics | The Grand Rapids PressSat, 17 Dec 2011 22:09:59 PSTtag:www.mlive.com,2011:/living/grand-rapids/index.ssf//3719.7434913.20111218010959 ]]>“I would have never made a record if it wasn’t for his friendship," says one artist.no“I would have never made a record if it wasn’t for his friendship," says one artist.“I would have never made a record if it wasn’t for his friendship," says one artist.cat:Profiles, tag:John Sinkevicshttp://www.mlive.com/living/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2011/12/profile_producer_rock_performe.htmlnonadult