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Born a Painter:  Lila Kadaj's exhibition at the University of Michigan's North Campus Research Complex is just like her: direct and distinct. We spoke to the Dearborn-based painter about the birds and the trees.      pulp.aadl.org/node/676899

Eyebrow-Raising Complaints:  "Grumpy Phil" is a new comedic web series from Ann Arbor. We spoke to actor Phil Powers and writer Carla Milarch about the show, which just debuted its second season with more Andy Rooney-inspired “did you ever notice?” takes on life. pulp.aadl.org/node/676880

The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County artists & labels. This week:  Lyloc, 42itous, Swan Upon Leda, Baron Blood, Notomaton, Steve Horne, SoZen, Ma Reilly, Lovepark., Geranium Red, The Boy Detective, TV Blackout, Maddy Ringo, The Galloping Hour, & Jake Bloom.      pulp.aadl.org/node/674852

One Track Mind features a Washtenaw County-associated artist discussing a single song. We spoke with @anniebacon.bsky.social about her new electronic-folk project, Ma Reilly, and the single “Give It Grace,” which explores helping someone through a mental health struggle. pulp.aadl.org/node/676753

Spaceout International Ambisonics Festival returns to Ann Arbor, Oct. 22-23. Check out some of the artists performing at this surround-sound music event at the link below. But for the full sonic experience, go to the free concerts at U-M's Chip Davis Technology Studio. pulp.aadl.org/node/676695

Death Becomes Her: Ypsilanti artist Holly Bones explores the dark side of life in her exhibition at Dzanc House. We spoke to Bones about the paintings and the characters featured in “Flirting With Death,” which runs through October 30. pulp.aadl.org/node/676715

Duality Duels:  Ann Arbor Civic Theatre presents a challenging twist on the musical "Jekyll and Hyde." We spoke to director Ella Soto and actors Kayla Younkin and Callum Mein about this gender-swapping take on the classic tale, which runs October 22-25.  pulp.aadl.org/node/676697

The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.    This week:  John E. Lawrence, Blaine Nash, Baby Booder, Andrew Starr, Joe Reilly, John Beltran, Ma Reilly, Bill Sadley and The Brian Miller Orchestra, and Chirp.  pulp.aadl.org/node/674851

The play “Patriot Ink” explores the lives of Mary Katharine Goddard and John Dunlap, the first people to print the Declaration of Independence. We did an email interview with the play's director & playwright ahead of an October 20 performance @aadl.org's downtown location. pulp.aadl.org/node/676616

One Track Mind features a Washtenaw County-associated artist discussing a single song. We spoke with @katsteih.bsky.social of Kat Steih & The Ferals about “Prison Below,” the Ann Arbor band’s latest single from its upcoming EP, “Feral Geometry.” pulp.aadl.org/node/676464

The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.    This week:  Baits, Akropolis Reed Quintet, AGN7 label releases, Hari, Steve Horne, The Olllam, Tyson Dickert, Ronnie B and Josie G, and Kat Steih & The Ferals. pulp.aadl.org/node/674850

Discomfort Zone: Kylee Phillips explores change and uncertainty on her new album, “Before I Am Invisible.” We spoke to the Milan singer-songwriter about her first full-length release ahead of an October 29 show at The Ark. pulp.aadl.org/node/676263

Thanks @loriastratton.bsky.social and @pulp.aadl.org for writing about my new track!

Detroit artist Olayami Dabls' "Iron Teaching Rocks Table Manners" comes to Ann Arbor for a limited time as part of his U-M exhibition. See photos of this piece, which is at the corner of State St. & S. University through Oct. 11, along with images from the exhibition. pulp.aadl.org/node/676169

One Track Mind features a Washtenaw County-associated artist discussing a single song. We spoke with folk-rock singer-songwriter and U-M employee @jkaroub.bsky.social about “Acres Left to Plow,” a song that addresses the lifelong pursuit of setting and achieving goals. pulp.aadl.org/node/676135

Choose Kindness: The musical "Come From Away" recalls when a Canadian town accepted planes rerouted on 9/11. We spoke to the cast and crew about the play, which runs October 8-18 at the Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre. pulp.aadl.org/node/675887

The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.     This week:  Fred Thomas, Premium Rat, Michael Dykehouse (MSD), Matthew Dear, Mei Semones, Kylee Phillips, Chien-An Yuan, Sara Tea, Mark Zhu, and Iggy Pop with Mogwai. pulp.aadl.org/node/674849

One Track Mind features a Washtenaw County-associated artist discussing a single song. We spoke with Milan singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Nate Veldhoff about “Dear Andy,” a folk-pop track that explores personal growth and acceptance. pulp.aadl.org/node/675901

Area concerts in Oct. at Wyrd Byrd, Dreamland, Keene, Elk's, Hill, Cul-de-Sac, Regal Beagle, Blind Pig, North Star, Nichols Arboretum, Blue LLama, A2 District Library, Ark, Ziggy's, Kerrytown Concert House, A2 Funhouse, Interfaith Center, St. Andrew's & Michigan Theater.  pulp.aadl.org/node/675711

We're gearing up for a BIG weekend at the Downtown Library... A2CAF: Small + Indie Press returns this Saturday (Oct. 3) from 11 AM–5 PM! Then, on Sunday (Oct. 4) from 11 AM–4 PM, Tattoo Art Fest makes its grand AADL debut! 🌟 Explore day of details at aadl.org/a2cafsip and aadl.org/tattooart.

A preview of artist exhibitions and events in October throughout Washtenaw County for the African American Cultural and Historical Museum of Washtenaw County, U-M, Crazy Wisdom Art Gallery, Soft Projects, Dzanc House, Riverside Arts Center, and more. pulp.aadl.org/node/675829

Oct. 2026 theater events in Washtenaw County from the Uni. of Michigan, Penny Seats, Benchmark, Eastern Michigan Uni., Encore, Neighborhood Theatre Group, Apollo's Troupe Theatre, AADL, A2 Civic Theatre & Forge Theater, plus continuing events at Purple Rose & Theatre Nova. pulp.aadl.org/node/675635

Kendra Langford Shaw’s debut novel, “The Pillagers’ Guide to Arctic Pianos,” explores life in the wilderness and the preservation of family. We spoke to the author and U-M alum ahead of a September 28 event @literatibookstore.bsky.social in Ann Arbor. pulp.aadl.org/node/675756

The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.    This week:  My Salamander, Elevator Raider, Nate Veldhoff, Bill Van Loo, Levona, Bluesdad, Davis Caruso, Nathan Emmet, and Dhruv Talekar.   pulp.aadl.org/node/674848

The Weirdness Flows Between Us:    Freakfest is running Oct. 2-4 in downtown Ypsi. The fourth annual underground music fest is hosting 45 artists across 6 venues & on Washington Street—all for free. Listen to more than 40 of the fest bands to plan your visit. pulp.aadl.org/node/675382

Former Detroit TV news anchor @devinscillian.bsky.social premieres music-steeped dramedy “Bastard” at Chelsea’s Purple Rose Theatre. We spoke to playwright Devin Scillian and director Rhiannon Ragland about the play, which starts September 24 and runs through December 20. pulp.aadl.org/node/675456

One Track Mind features a Washtenaw County-associated artist discussing a single song. We spoke with Pillow Princess about “Anybody’s Anything,” a track from the Ypsilanti artist’s EP “Songs to Pet Cats To.” The song explores rejecting relationships and being independent. pulp.aadl.org/node/675493

The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.    This week:  TV Blackout, K Prouty, Laacher See, Rhyta, Sigidy, and Virid.  pulp.aadl.org/node/674847

Ryan Henyard’s photography exhibition shows the connection between nature & Washtenaw County's Black community. We spoke to the photographer about “Reclaiming the Wild,” which runs through 12/31 at the African American Cultural & Historical Museum of Washtenaw County. pulp.aadl.org/node/675338

Ann Arbor therapist and writer R.J. Hejna discusses "Nocturne" from his poetry book "Emblems of Earth and Light." Hejna will read from his new collection at @aadl.org's Pittsfield Branch on Saturday, September 19, at 1 pm.   pulp.aadl.org/node/674941

One Track Mind features a Washtenaw County-associated artist discussing a single song. We spoke with My Salamander about “Insects,” a track from the Ann Arbor band’s upcoming album, “Places You’ll Go.” On “Insects,” the group sings about keeping up with everyday life. pulp.aadl.org/node/675240

The Ypsilanti-based DJ night Fallout Shelter celebrates 5 years of moving bodies. We spoke to Danny Villa (Prophet Ecks) & Jamison Lundy (Silent EchO) about their eclectic club night ahead of multiple anniversary parties at The Regal Beagle & Ziggy’s, Sept. 16-19. pulp.aadl.org/node/675203

The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.   This week:  Lamb Life Orchestra, Mogi Grumbles, Olivia Cirisan, Larrair & Tru Klassick, Hypnogram, Skinned Knees, P-Ro x Hues, Ani Mari, and JDSY. pulp.aadl.org/node/674846

The Street Art Encounter takes place in downtown A2 on Friday, September 11, 12-8 pm, featuring 16 Michigan artists.     These creatives will spend the day conjuring their works in public. There will also be musical performances, in-street dining & family-friendly events. pulp.aadl.org/node/674808

One Track Mind features a Washtenaw County-associated artist discussing a single song. We spoke with Ann Arbor's Bill Edwards about “Enough About Me,” the title track from his new album. On the song, he sings about needing one less personal collection of music in the world. pulp.aadl.org/node/674943

Lyre, Lyre, Jams on Fire:  Ann Arbor's Dr. Pete Larson creates psychedelic rock with a Kenyan folk instrument. We spoke to the U-M epidemiologist about his new album, as well as his new book, "Nyatiti: The Making and Unmaking of the Eight-Stringed Lyre of Western Kenya." pulp.aadl.org/node/674808

The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels. This week: Andrew W.K., Windy & Carl + Optigan Conservatory, Mark Kirschenmann, ArtPage, Bekka, new AGN7 releases, Pillow Princess, Bill Edwards, and Modus Operandi. pulp.aadl.org/node/672442

One Track Mind features a Washtenaw County-associated artist discussing a single song. We spoke with Spectral Threads’ Jonathan Crayne about “Addictant,” a track that explores becoming infatuated with a new lifestyle and the image it portrays. pulp.aadl.org/node/674854

A preview of artist exhibitions in September throughout Washtenaw County for Crazy Wisdom Art Gallery, WSG Gallery, Gallery 100, Dzanc House, U-M's Taubman College Liberty Annex, and more. pulp.aadl.org/node/674621

The Ticket:  A curated list of Washtenaw County concerts we're excited about at Ann Arbor Funhouse, Ziggy's, Kerrytown Concert House, St. Andrew’s Church, North Star Lounge, The Ark, The Ravens Club, Ypsilanti Freighthouse, Reagle Beagle, Pease Auditorium & Hill Auditorium. pulp.aadl.org/node/674790

A preview of September 2026 theater events in Washtenaw County from Forge Theater, The Purple Rose Theatre Company, Theatre Nova, and NTG Productions.  pulp.aadl.org/node/674757

The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.     This week:  Sacha, Jacob Sigman, Reckless Manner, Enzo Lorenzetti, Blue Snaggletooth, rxckbttm & s0wingseason, and Launchfield. pulp.aadl.org/node/672441

Musical Force:  Chirp rotates toward a more direct style on "Torque." We spoke to vocalist-guitarist Jay Frydenlund and lead guitarist Sam Naples about the Ypsilanti jam band's bold new album.  pulp.aadl.org/node/674508

One Track Mind features a Washtenaw County-associated artist discussing a single song. We spoke with Cracked & Hooked’s David Freund about “Allowed,” a track that revisits grief from past losses. pulp.aadl.org/node/673363

Rock 'n' Roll Never Forgets:  Fuzz Fest 11 will induce more head-banging memories in Ann Arbor when it hits The Blind Pig, Aug. 27-29. There will be 33 bands, 11 per night, each playing 30-minute sets back-to-back—& you can check out music from all of them at the link ⬇️.   pulp.aadl.org/node/674217

Mei Semones returns to Ann Arbor as a budding pop, jazz, and guitar star. We collected some of our favorite interviews with the Community High grad ahead of her appearance at Sonic Lunch on Thursday, August 27, opening for gospel-soul star Mavis Staples.  pulp.aadl.org/node/674504

JD’s Stage Bistro in Chelsea features grand-opening shows this week with Jeff Daniels and other acts. The new music venue and restaurant will host a solo performance by the actor-musician on August 26 and then co-headlining shows with other acts August 27-29. pulp.aadl.org/node/674420