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Bucktown Americana show rebrands for new season

The longtime Bucktown Revue has rebranded itself the Bucktown Americana Music Show, and has a special pre-season concert scheduled this Friday, Aug. 18 at 7 p.m. At its traditional home at Davenport Junior Theatre (2822 Eastern Ave.), the monthly show (which is typically the third Friday from September to May) will feature an enchanting folk/Americana trio, The Wildwoods, from Lincoln, Neb. The Wildwoods’ delicate melodies and descriptive lyrics come from nature, love, experiences from the road, and growing up in Nebraska, according to a band press release.

Craig Campbell's Fresh Take on Oliver Anthony: 'I'm Envious'

Nashville is coined as the "ten year town," meaning, you typically have to put in 10 years of work before you're considered an established artist. Since moving to Nashville in 2002, Craig Campbell has had to scratch and claw his way up through the ranks to earn the respect of the industry. I recently had the chance to sit down with Campbell to talk about his latest project, The Lost Files: Exhibit B, and I wanted to know his thoughts onOliver Anthony, the singer of the viral hit "

Is the movie Wolf Creek based on a true Story?

In 2005, director Greg McLean made a huge splash at the box office with his bone-chillingly “true story” horror film Wolf Creek. The direction and cinematography of the movie were considered revolutionary at that time.  The flick was advertised as “inspired by true events.” Over the years, the original film has gained cult status among slasher genre fans.  It has since been turned into a trilogy, with Wolf Creek 2 released in 2013 and Wolf Creek 3 eyeing a debut in early 2022.

The real reason Kellie Pickler stopped singing

Loved by the judges and adored by fans for her quirky and ditzy demeanor, it was surprising that the then 19-year-old Kellie Pickler did not win the fifth season of American Idol in 2005. She did come close enough at number 6 and even signed a record deal soon after. But, to be honest, the former Idol star’s musical career has not been as prolific as we thought it would be. She’s definitely done several things, but we best know her for her musical prowess.

Asian Doll Net Worth, Real Name, Parents

EntertainmentBy LRU Writer | On: March 31, 2021Quick InformationParents YesReal Name Misharron Jermeisha AllenInstagram https://www.instagram.com/asiandabrat/?hl=enHeight/ How Tall? 5 feet 6 inchesHigh School Dropped outNet Worth $500,000Ex-Boyfriend King VonRelationship Status N/AMother LaKeithia LewisFather Michael AllenDate of Birth December 7, 1996Ethnicity/Race African-AmericanZodiac Sign SagittariusBirth Name Misharron Jermeisha AllenProfession RapperBirth Place Dallas, Texas, USANationality AmericanBirthday December 7Birth Year 1996Of all the "Dolls" active in Hip-Hop, none boast a similar musical pedigree as Asian Doll - a fact that gets reflected on her social media presence.

Bettendorf seeks 4th of July parade grand marshal nominees

The City of Bettendorf is looking for nominees for their 2023 4th of July parade grand marshal. The parade will be held on Tuesday, July 4, starting at 10 a.m. Nominees must have made significant contributions to the quality of life in the city. Contributions could be of any type, including personal achievements such as athletics or through civic or social services, humanitarianism or the arts. Nominees must be a current resident, long-time past resident or have brought distinction to Bettendorf and be willing and available to serve as grand marshal on July 4.

Liana Liberato's Dating Affair With Boyfriend Is A Feast To The Eyes? See For Yourself

EntertainmentBy LRU Writer | On: July 23, 2017Being in love is a different feeling, as your partner completes you and becomes your strength. Love gives a whole new dimension and shows you a different perspective to see the same thing. Romance is in the air for "The Best of Me" actress Liana Liberato, as she is dating her boyfriend. Liana is in a happy relationship that is a feast for your eyes and is often termed "

QC Mexican parade and fiesta is Sunday

LULAC’s 14th-annual Mexican Independence Day Parade & Fiesta will take place Sunday, Sept. 17, from noon to 9:30 p.m. in East Moline. The parade starts at noon on 15th Avenue, going from 3rd Street and ending at 10th Street. The fiesta will be at Runner’s Park, starting after the parade (about 2 p.m.) and goes until 9:30 p.m. You can sign up to volunteer at the event by visiting HERE.

What Happened to the Footloose Cast? Find Out Where the Iconic Films Stars Are Now

As one of the biggest musicals of the ‘80s, Footloose marked Kevin Bacon’s big break in Hollywood. Alongside him, a memorable cast of supporting characters helped bring the dramatic plot to life. What happened to the cast of the iconic film? Scroll below to see where the stars of Footloose are now. ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7pLjOrJyrr5WauK3FjZympmegpMC1v46wn5qsXZ2usbzEp5ydZaSkerW0xGadqKekobywv8RmmpqrpGLEqbHRnmStoJViwLWt0axkmqqVYruww44%3D

Adam Levine Shares Why He Won't Sing at Blake Shelton's Wedding

Blake Shelton has expressed his desire for his friend and former The Voice co-star Adam Levine to perform at his upcoming wedding to Gwen Stefani, but in a recent interview, the Maroon 5 frontman says that isn't going to happen. Levine appeared on the Morning Mash Up on SiriusXM in late March, and when they asked about the prospect of him performing, the singer and television personality took the opportunity to extend his long-running, playful war of words with Shelton, with whom he had a hilarious "