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PRISM: A THREE DAY WEEKEND EXPERIENCE SHOWCASING DYNAMIC ART AND MUSIC COMMUNITY

APRIL 20, 2022 I DETROIT, MI  — PRISM is a three day weekend experience (April 29- May 1) presented by Art Groupie in collaboration with PLAYGROUND DETROIT. Supported by the IRL Together Fund – a grant program powered by the leading group messaging platform, IRL – the weekend will include three special events playing with […]

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Omar S Annual Birthday Party Returns to Marble Bar on Saturday February 5th

A modern day Detroit maverick, Omar S is one of the most beloved names in the Detroit house music scene. Having built a cult following around the world with his impressive catalogue, unique approach to cover art, and rebellious attitude towards dance music conventions, he is a staple in dance music both at home and […]

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“DEPTH” EXHIBITION CALL FOR ARTISTS VIA DETROIT SCIENCE LAB GALLERY OPEN THROUGH OCT. 5TH

Detroit Science Lab Gallery is currently seeking interactive, participatory works for DEPTH, a free exhibition that explores the power and complexities of water and its many roles in the physical and social world. Water is life. Its presence affects all living things. From creation stories about life on Earth, to the looming devastating effects of pollution […]

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SCIENCE GALLERY LAB DETROIT “HUSTLE” EXHIBITION OPENS TO PUBLIC JUNE 16TH

HUSTLE is the first exhibition from Science Gallery Lab Detroit, which is launching in Detroit in partnership with Michigan State University to ignite a passion for art and science in the city’s young adults. Part art gallery, part science lab, part theater, Science Gallery Lab Detroit is the first location of its kind in the Americas and […]

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HUSTLE GROUP EXHIBITION CALL FOR ARTISTS FROM DETROIT SCIENCE GALLERY

Science Gallery Lab Detroit (SGLD) is now seeking proposals for HUSTLE, an exhibition that will explore what it means for people to work hard, to be hopeful, to be taken advantage of, or to wonder what the future holds. “Hustle is embodied by success as well as struggle, making it an unofficial rallying cry for […]

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PLAYGROUND PICK // JAMES LINCK TO PERFORM FAREWELL SHOW AT EL CLUB WSG DR ILLINGSWORTH, JAWS THAT BITE & EDDIE LOGIX

On January 13, Detroit sends James Linck off to the Golden State with a soiree presented by Sound and Silence Magazine at El Club.  Accompanied by local beat buffs and vocal visionaries, Linck will share the stage with some of Detroit’s emerging and established talent in a beautifully stacked lineup. Cousin Mouth, Doctor Illingsworth, Eddie […]

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PLAYGROUND PICK // WE ARE SCIENTISTS WSG TART LIVE AT EL CLUB 11/30

Post indie survivalist sweethearts, We Are Scientists formed thirteen years ago as a time killing lark on a college campus in California. While many acts from the same blissful era of upbeat minimalist rock have since faded into voluntary obscurity, Keith Murray and Chris Cain’s playful approach and riotous beats have kept their infectious sound […]

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PLAYGROUND PICK // STRANGER THINGS COMPOSERS KYLE DIXON & MICHAEL STEIN LEAD QUARTET SURVIVE PERFORMING ON NOVEMBER 5 EL CLUB

Detroit is no stranger to electronic music. This weekend on Saturday November 5th, El Club hosts experimental synth quartet S U R V I V E. Fresh off the release of their “RR7349”album, Kyle Dixon, Michael Stein, Adam Jones and Mark Donica continue to put an inventive twist on a throwback sound. Earlier this year band members […]

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PLAYGROUND PICK // KERO KERO BONITO TO BOUNCE INTO DETROIT WITH NEW SINGLE “TRAMPOLINE”

There’s something remarkably endearing about a London based J-Pop band that sings about happy, shiny things like waking up late and jumping on trampolines. But in the case of Kero Kero Bonito, it’s not all child play. In fact, KKB (as they refer to themselves) has found a sugary-sweet spot between innocence and mischief without […]

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INTERVIEW: SINGER-SONGWRITER SKYLAR GREY TO PERFORM AT EL CLUB ON OCTOBER 4TH

It’s hard to believe a Grammy nominated singer/songwriter who also happens to be rap superstar Eminem’s right-hand woman is just scratching the surface, but in the case of pop seductress Skylar Grey, the top of the mountain is within reach but is equally of no concern. On the tail of the September release of her […]

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PLAYGROUND PICKS // UPCOMING SEPTEMBER CONCERTS AT EL CLUB FT NAO & HEALTH

El Club, Southwest Detroit’s latest bar is evolving into one of the city’s top all ages venues. The bar and music space is a new favorite- even the name stuck after the change of ownership- to catch some of the best and unique local and international musicians, thanks to their booking agent, Virginia Benson of […]

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DETROIT SESSIONS LAUNCH PARTY FEATURES SOLO PIANO PERFORMANCE BY IVAN MOSHCHUK AT ORCHESTRA HALL

Ivan Moshchuk is an international piano virtuoso, unabashed fan of all things Detroit who is quickly working to contribute to the City’s great musical legacy on his own terms. On Thursday, June 9th Ivan will make his major stage debut – the first solo piano concert presented by ProMusica of Detroit at Orchestra Hall in […]

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