Local band Space Kid to host Gold Fest at Ace of Cups Saturday in celebration of new EP

Columbus-based garage-rock trio Space Kid will release their debut EP, “Stay Gold,” Saturday. The band — consisting of lead guitarist and vocali…

Columbus-based country-rock band Koda to perform at third annual Columbus Against the World concert at The Newport Music Hall Saturday

After four years of developing its sound and building a fanbase, Columbus-based country-rock band Koda is preparing to play its biggest stage yet: …

Columbus’ Own: Local rock band KODA to release debut single Friday

If students have wandered around campus on a game day or visited any of High Street’s staple bars, they’ve probably heard local rock band KODA play…

Columbus’ Own: Ohio State student, known by the producer name ‘Anto,’ explores electronic dance music and prepares for Midwest tour

Dancing the night away with friends in clubs is an experience many college-aged students covet. In the haze of the bass, most don’t pay attenti…

Columbus’ Own: ‘Cowpoke garage-rock’ makes its way to the city with A-Go-Go

From skateboarding at the outdoor basketball courts of Ohio State, to performing basement shows and then in The Basement Friday, local band A-Go-Go…

Play that funky music: Three Ohio-based bands to perform at A&R Music Bar

Although February is considered the month of love, it is not limited to the romantic variety; several Ohio bands aim to satiate lovers of indie rock, indie pop and funk.

Columbus’ Own: Claire Shaner keeps busy with various forms of art

Columbus native Claire Shaner balances a life full of creativity through music, photography, design and hair styling. The indie soul singer-songwriter has more than 25,000 monthly listeners on Spotify and plays at various venues throughout Columbus, she said. However, Shaner is also a hairstylist at Lacquer Gallery, where she has been working for more than three years.

Columbus’ Own: Miir comes to embrace her unique sound

Mathis released her EP, “Reminiscent Vibes Vol. 2” on all platforms in March, which she said was a follow-up to her first project, “Reminiscent Vibes,” in 2017. She said although her projects helped her figure out her own unique style, she wasn’t always confident she would find her sound.

Columbus’ Own: Angela Perley continues to navigate solo music career

Columbus native and indie artist Angela Perley released her new song, “Here For You,” Sept. 30, which is available on all music streaming platforms.

Jesse Powers uses music to inspire listeners to think bigger

Indie-pop artist Jesse Powers said she aims to create music that makes listeners think about the deeper meaning of life.