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The Dead Squirrels in a nutshell

August 5, 2014 by The Upstart 1 Comment

The band “The Dead Squirrels” is an acoustic band made of two members. Jim Streisel, the lead singer/songwriter, and the main guitarist, Donny Coyle. Last night the band performed a concert at The Erikson Kiva, and although not all the members were there, due to a four hour drive up to Michigan State, the concert was great. The Dead Squirrels have a chill sound that’s perfect … [Read more...] about The Dead Squirrels in a nutshell

Michigan native Joe Hertler entertains MIPA students

July 31, 2013 by Kelly Martinek Leave a Comment

Raised in Lake Orion, Michigan, Joe Hertler, of Joe Hertler & the Rainbow Seekers, performed for a crowd of MIPA student journalists last night behind Shaw Hall. Hertler performed a solo set, but promoted and sold his band's two most recent records, "On Being" and "The Russell Sessions" after the show.   Want more music from Joe Hertler & the Rainbow … [Read more...] about Michigan native Joe Hertler entertains MIPA students

Joe Hertler Triple Threat Performs In the Terrace

July 31, 2013 by Shannon Stoudemire Leave a Comment

On Tuesday night, MIPA campers enjoyed Joe Hertler's performance in the backyard of the Shaw Terrace. Though Hertler performed without the rest of his band, The Rainbow Seekers, he still kept the campers intrigued with not only his singing and guitar skills but his ability to play the harmonica in between. Hertler played five original songs, a few of them mentioning popular … [Read more...] about Joe Hertler Triple Threat Performs In the Terrace

Detroit native Joe Hertler to perform tonight

July 30, 2013 by Sydney Dippel Leave a Comment

Michigan native Joe Hertler from the band Joe Hertler & the Rainbow Seekers will perform tonight at the West Shaw Terrace at 9 p.m. for MIPA campers. His authentic, soulful music, classified by noisetrade.com as Alternative Americana, displays his Michigander upbringing through various song titles such as "Ego Loss on Grand River Avenue" and "Red Wings." With similar … [Read more...] about Detroit native Joe Hertler to perform tonight

Music Reviews: Jessica Dianne

August 4, 2010 by Leave a Comment

By Jessica Dianne Written in Jamie Flanagan's Entertainment Coverage class That Should Be Me - Justin Bieber Justin Bieber expressed his hurt and sorrow in the bluesy "That Should Be Me". Although reminiscent to Usher’s "You Got It Bad", Bieber separates himself with his smooth vocals and youthful approach to love. With lyrics like “Now if you’re tryna break my … [Read more...] about Music Reviews: Jessica Dianne

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