Former Beatle George Harrison once said that the ukulele was the only “real, true instrument,” and the Muscatine Area Ukulele Group is doing their best to make that Traveling Wilbury proud. Founded in 2015 by musician Chris Sample, the organization of amore for the guitar’s wee little brother is a fusion of people in and around the Muscatine and Illinois City area who want to learn about and enjoy the ukulele. They meet at the Musser Public Library, 304 Iowa Ave., Muscatine, on the first and third Tuesday of each month, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. “I’ve been playing the ukulele for about six... Read More

Former Beatle George Harrison once said that the ukulele was the only “real, true instrument,” and the Muscatine Area Ukulele Group is doing their best to make that Traveling Wilbury proud. Founded in 2015 by musician Chris Sample, the organization of amore for the guitar’s wee little brother is a fusion of people in and around the Muscatine and Illinois City area who want to learn about and enjoy the ukulele. They meet at the Musser Public Library, 304 Iowa Ave., Muscatine, on the first and third Tuesday of each month, from 5 to 6:30 p.m., and as fate and chronology would have it, their... Read More

Muscatine’s Heart Society are cruising into new territory in their music careers – literally – with a shot at performing with such music business legends as John Prine, Patty Griffin, Lee Ann Womack and others. The local duo of Muscatine-born-and-raised Benjamin Eichelberger and former Mississippi resident Teneia Sanders-Eichelberger have been invited to perform on the 11th edition of Sixthman’s Cayamo cruise, an annual music festival held at sea on Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Pearl. Heart Society beat out several hundred artists through two rounds of voting in the Sixthman Soundcheck... Read More

Calling all Mobsters! The place to be this weekend is at The Brew! Dinosaur Mob returns to Missipi Brew (107 Iowa Avenue Muscatine) this Saturday Feb 23 from 9:30 p.m. – 1 a.m. Powered by multiple vocalists and seasoned musicians, Dinosaur Mob is a hard rock band who never cease to entertain. With some new songs in their arsenal, this Saturday night will prove to be one you won’t want to miss. Missipi Brew is a long-standing Muscatine landmark with amazing food, drinks and fun. To view their delicious menu, check out their website at http://missipibrew.com/. Stop by this weekend for a chance... Read More

There’s no doubt romance is in the air this time of year. Celebrate your love with this amazing event. Muscatine Symphony Orchestra and Geneva Golf & Country Club have joined forces to bring Muscatine a Delicious Combination Dinner & Concert this Saturday Feb 16. Dinner will take place at Geneva Golf & Country Club (3100 Bidwell Road Muscatine) from 5 – 6:30 p.m. The evening will then continue with a romantic concert, performed by the Muscatine Symphony Orchestra, at Central Middle School (901 Cedar St. Muscatine) at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.). Complimentary shuttle service... Read More

Every show has a mission… get the party started and keep it going until the lights go down! Tricky Mission brings Pop Punk and Emo Night to the Missipi Brew (107 Iowa Avenue Muscatine) this Saturday Feb 16 from 9:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. Hailing from the Fox Valley area in the western Chicago suburbs, Tricky Mission is the top cover band for those looking for a full night of wide-ranging punk and rock versions of your favorite songs and an absolutely unforgettable experience. With a huge stage presence, a diverse set jam packed with countless sing-a-longs, Tricky Mission is a band that will always... Read More

Celebrate the Chinese New Year in Muscatine! Make plans to attend the 2019 Happy Chinese New Year Concert this Thursday Feb 14 from 7 – 9 p.m. at The Muscatine Center for Performing Arts – Central Middle School (901 Cedar Street Muscatine). This concert features the world-renowned China National Peking Opera Company and the unforgettable Hubei Chime Bells National Chinese Orchestra! This is a free concert and NO tickets are required. For questions please contact Dan Stein, Chairman, Muscatine/China Initiatives Committee at steindan@hotmail.com.  Read More

Toxic Blonde returns to the stage at Missipi Brew (107 Iowa Ave Muscatine) this Saturday Feb 9 from 9:30 p.m. – 1 a.m. Toxic Blonde is an Iowa-based rock band quickly gaining attention for its intense and energetic live performances. Featuring some of the area’s finest musicians, Toxic Blonde is the perfect mix of entertainment and technical skill. Covering everything from Prince to Van Halen to Pantera, each show is a must-see event. For more information on Toxic Blonde, visit https://www.facebook.com/toxicblondeband/. Missipi Brew is a long-standing Muscatine landmark with amazing food, drinks... Read More

It’s officially time for the 25th Annual Eagles & Ivories Ragtime Weekend! Co-sponsored by Muscatine County Arts Council and Muscatine Art Center, Eagles & Ivories Ragtime Weekend features Ivory & Gold with Jeff Barnhart and Anne Barnhart. The fun kicks off Thursday Jan 24 and continues through Sunday Jan 27. Here is a list of the activities planned this year: Thursday Jan 24 7 p.m.                                Concert with Ivory & Gold featuring Jeff & Anne Barnhart and Marty Mincer at The Merrill Hotel & Conference Center. (119 W. Mississippi... Read More

Enjoy some FREE live music in Muscatine this Friday night! Quad City Arts’ Visiting Artist Series proudly presents The Moxie Strings at Wesley United Methodist Church (400 Iowa Ave. Muscatine) this Friday Jan 18 at 7 p.m. This show is FREE and OPEN to the public as part of WUMC’s Jackson Concert Series! Hailed by The Grand Rapids Press as “top-notch, instrumental wizardry,” The Moxie Strings offer listeners the unique opportunity to experience some of the world’s best- known instruments through a young, progressive lens. Diana Ladio and Alison Lynn hold Bachelor of Music degrees in... Read More