Hey everyone!
One thing that all local musicians have in common, is they all at one point went into a music store and looked at instruments and equipment, or even took lessons there and received expert advice. Having a local music store that you can go to for all these things is key to the development of musicians. Here in the Topeka area there are two main stores that I have frequently visited.
Supersonic Music
Supersonic Music caters to your drum and guitar needs. I know many musicians who have relied on the people at Supersonic for their helpful service. They have top notch gear and instruments, and they offer personal lessons for many different instruments. Supersonic also generously offers gear and support during many local music events.
Location - 117 SE 6th St. Topeka, KS 66603
Phone - (785) 235-3786
Website - http://www.supersonicmusic.com/
Manning Music
Manning Music has been in the Topeka area for a long time, and there is definitely a reason for this. The professionalism in the staff there is exceptional, and I am lucky enough to know quite a few members of the staff there. Manning has all you could want from wind instruments to guitars and drums. The people of Manning are friendly and helpful. Manning Music has been a long-time favorite of mine.
Location - 3400 SW 6th St. Topeka, KS 66606
Phone - (785) 272-1740
Website - https://www.manningmusic.net/
Both of these stores are excellent. Both stores have staff members who are glad to help you with anything. So if you are interested in buying an instrument or gear, or even taking lessons these are good places to start.
Sunday, April 3, 2016
Sunday, March 6, 2016
Post 4 - Homegrown Buzz Showcase 2016
Hello fellow music lovers!
Earlier this week 96.5 the Buzz, a Kansas City alternative radio station, announced a big local music showcase. They are calling it Homegrown Buzz Music Showcase 2016, and it will feature a ton of awesome bands. The showcase will take place Saturday, April 9th, at the Power & Light District in downtown Kansas City. There will be performances all day long with doors opening at 11 AM and the show getting started around 1 PM., Performances will be happening in many different locations throughout Power & Light, including the KC Live! Stage, No Other Pub, Pizza Bar, and many others. The Showcase is for anyone 18 years of age and up (21 and up after 9 PM) and it should be an absolute blast and the cover charge is only $5! Some of my favorite bands that will be playing at the showcase are, The Greeting Committee, Not a Planet, Yes You Are, The Yotes, Tall Tales, and Kangaroo Knife Fight. I even added a little slideshow to this blog with some pictures of these bands. If you want any more info on this show, or any other show that 96.5 the Buzz is putting on click here.
I will leave you with one of my favorite songs by The Greeting Committee as a little more incentive for you to check out this show.
Earlier this week 96.5 the Buzz, a Kansas City alternative radio station, announced a big local music showcase. They are calling it Homegrown Buzz Music Showcase 2016, and it will feature a ton of awesome bands. The showcase will take place Saturday, April 9th, at the Power & Light District in downtown Kansas City. There will be performances all day long with doors opening at 11 AM and the show getting started around 1 PM., Performances will be happening in many different locations throughout Power & Light, including the KC Live! Stage, No Other Pub, Pizza Bar, and many others. The Showcase is for anyone 18 years of age and up (21 and up after 9 PM) and it should be an absolute blast and the cover charge is only $5! Some of my favorite bands that will be playing at the showcase are, The Greeting Committee, Not a Planet, Yes You Are, The Yotes, Tall Tales, and Kangaroo Knife Fight. I even added a little slideshow to this blog with some pictures of these bands. If you want any more info on this show, or any other show that 96.5 the Buzz is putting on click here.
I will leave you with one of my favorite songs by The Greeting Committee as a little more incentive for you to check out this show.
Sunday, February 28, 2016
Post 3 - Local Music Venues
Another important thing to know if you want to get into the local music scene, is where the shows will be. There are quite a lot of local music venues in the Topeka area as well in Lawrence and Kansas City. In Topeka, there is The Boobie Trap, The Celtic Fox, Tailgator's, and several others. In Lawrence, there is The Granada, Liberty Hall, The Bottleneck, and there are countless venues in Kansas City. All of these venues are great because they allow local musicians and bands the opportunity to showcase their talents, gain new fans, and sell their merchandise. Without venues like that, it would be very difficult for local bands to make a name for themselves. Below I will post google maps to some of my very favorite local music venues.
The Granada
The Tank Room
These venues are all great places to catch a show, and I think that anyone who likes live music would enjoy these places as much as I do!
The Boobie Trap
The Granada
The Tank Room
These venues are all great places to catch a show, and I think that anyone who likes live music would enjoy these places as much as I do!
Post 2 - Monk's Wine
Hey everyone!
The first local band that I will showcase is Monk's Wine. This band is made up of three people:
Ashley Reynolds on lead vocals/keys, Jarrod Guth on guitar/vocals, and my very good friend Sam Zlotky on drums and vocals.
(image credit @Kendollphotography)
Monk's Wine plays a sort of "piano rock" style that has been influenced by Dave Matthews Band and Ben Folds. They are a very talented group, and I highly recommend checking them out!
Sunday, February 14, 2016
Post 1 - Welcome!
Hello everyone! My name is Matt Alexander, and I love music. I have been involved with music for as long as I can remember. I have played in symphonic bands, marching bands, jazz bands, and even a rock band. In my experience with music, I have met a lot of really cool, talented musicians. These people are what this blog is going to be all about. I just felt like all of these hard-working people deserved to be talked about, so I wanted a blog that was about all things going on in the local music scene in Northeast Kansas. I hope everyone enjoys reading!
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