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01/24/2025

Atmosphere have carved out quite a following the past 30 years as underground hip-hop artists.

The duo of Sean "Slug" Daley and Anthony "Ant" Davis will be at Clyde Theatre on Saturday, Feb. 1, with Sage Francis and Mr. Dibbs for a show you won't soon forget as they celebrate the 20-year anniversary of their album "You Can't Imagine How Much Fun We're Having."

“There’s a lot more beauty in this album than I ever knew,” Daley said in an interview with Whatzup. “It’s just that now I’m putting it through the filter of who I am today, it’s able to show this beauty. The fact that I’m a lot more open about my anxiousness or a lot more open about who I am and how I feel about stuff, I’m able to articulate it better than when I was younger.”

The underground hip-hop duo Atmosphere, comprised of Slug and Ant, will be at The Clyde Theatre on Saturday, Feb. 1.

01/23/2025

LOCAL BAND SHOWS THIS WEEKEND
For the complete list, go to https://whatzup.com/calendars/category/music

Friday (1/24):
* Eric Clancy Trio at Club Soda, 6:30pm
* Gregg Bender Trio at Mad Anthony Brewing Co., 7-10pm
* The Motor Folkers at American Legion Post 241, 7pm
* The Deebee's at JD Lounge, 7pm
* Chris Worth Music at Howie's on Hamilton, 7:30pm
* Ty Causey at Club Room at The Clyde, 8-11pm
* Mike Neglia & The Nobles at Deer Park Irish Pub, 8:30pm
* Decade Divide at Mitchells, 9pm
* IYKYK Band at Latch String Bar & Grill, 9:30pm
* Necromoon, Etymon, and Joyhouse at Brass Rail, 9:45pm

Saturday (1/25):
* Todd Harrold & Eric Clancy at Deema, 6pm
* PHAROHOUND, Mutilatred, A La Carte, Yotuma, and Seventh Crown at Stan's Room at Piere's, 6pm
* Peach Tree, Nathan VanHorn, and Ivory Moss at LaOtto Brewing Company, 6pm
* The Deebee's at Oakwood Resort, 6pm
* The Sweetwater All Stars at CLC Performing Arts, The Strauss Theatre (Kendallville), 7pm
* Tom Koenig Music at Club Paradise (Angola), 7pm
* Dave Nelson & Michael Sorg at Mad Anthony Brewing Co., 7pm
* Chris Worth Music at Dicky's Wild Hare, 8pm
* Night To Remember at Club Room at The Clyde, 8pm
* Jack Welty at Deer Park Irish Pub, 8:30pm
* Good Night Gracie at Wrigley Field Bar & Grill, 9pm
* The Evolution Band/Decatur Indiana at Vinnies (Decatur), 10pm

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01/23/2025

Some of the city's top bands will be at The Brass Rail on Friday, Jan. 31, to capture the sound of the late Cliff Gaither, half of the duo Cornfed Johnson.

“I wanted to kind of try to capture maybe a little bit of what his sound was like: Not just have a bunch of his friends play. Kind of, within bands in this town, try to come up with what he would sound like. It’s more about what he sounded like, his kind of influences," said organizer "Cornfed," the other half of the two-man band.

For those with $8 and are at least 21 years old, the night will deliver you the musical stylings of Cornfed's one-man band White Trash Compactor, as well as Left Lane Cruiser, Pete Dio and the Old & Dirty, and Squirrel Cage.

Fort Wayne bands White Trash Compactor, Left Lane Cruise, Squirrel Cage, and Pete Dio and the Old and Dirty pay tribute to Cliff Gaither.

01/22/2025

Our latest issue is now on online and on newsstands!
Check it out today!
https://whatzup.com/issue/012325_winterval/

* 𝐎𝐟𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐡: First Watch opens at Jefferson Pointe, Antojitos Latinos on Calhoun serving up "flavors of Guatemala, Columbia, and Peru," Big Apple Pizza co-founder passes away, and more
* Go down the rabbit hole with 𝑴𝒐𝒎𝒊𝒙: 𝑨𝒍𝒊𝒄𝒆 at Embassy Theatre on Feb. 4
* Winterval returns on Jan. 25
* A celebration of and farewell to Cliff Gaither at The Brass Rail on Jan. 31
* Rap duo Atmosphere making a stop at Clyde Theatre on Feb. 1
* 𝐎𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: Los lonely Boys coming to Sweetwater Performance Pavilion, Davey's Delicious Bagels to host bluegrass jam, The Clyde welcomes Liverpool Legends, and more
* 𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐮𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰𝐬: The High Freqs, Mac miller, and Franz Ferdinand
* 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬: Roxx Fest to take place in Portage, Killswitch Engage visit Grand Rapids, Jay Leno visits Shipshewana, and more
* 𝑾𝒐𝒍𝒇 𝑴𝒂𝒏 lacks necessary bite
* Fort Wayne Philharmonic chamber groups play free shows in region to spread love of music
* 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐬: Fort Wayne Civic Theatre reveals season on Jan. 25, Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory presents Floor is lava exhibit, Ceramics exhibition at PFW, and more

01/22/2025

It may be a bit frigid to get outside much today, but things heat up on Saturday, Jan. 25, when Winterval returns to downtown Fort Wayne and beyond.

Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation present their 14th annual Winterval on Saturday with plenty of ice sculptors, as well as activities at Science Central, LC Nature Park, Lindenwood Nature Preserve, and The Old Fort.

“The festive atmosphere, the Warm Heart Market featuring local vendors, and unique activities like live ice carving, winter hike, curling lessons, ice skating, carriage rides, mini golf course, the Heartland Mushers, The Old Fort, and the Amazing Winterval Race are always standout highlights," said Patti Davis of the Fort Wayne Parks & Recreation Department.

Fort Wayne Parks & Recreation’s Winterval is back for its 14th annual winter celebration in downtown Fort Wayne and beyond.

01/21/2025

Enter for a chance to win two tickets for Bill Joel & Sting in Indianapolis!

Billy Joel and Sting — two of the most respected recording artists in history — announce a one-night-only performance at Lucas Oil Stadium in downtown Indianapolis on Saturday, February 8, 2025.

The iconic musicians will each perform their most beloved songs from throughout their illustrious careers. The spectacular show promises to be an unforgettable evening of live music.

Enter for a chance to win two tickets to this legendary lineup!

Deadline is noon Friday, January 24.

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01/16/2025

LOCAL BAND SHOWS THIS WEEKEND
For the complete list, go to https://whatzup.com/calendars/category/music

Friday (1/17):
* Bobcat Opossum at Ambrosia Orchard (Hoagland), 6pm
* Basketcase at Club Soda, 6:30pm
* Faith in Nothing, Life in Idle, Mighty Vices, and The Holy Nothing at Stan's Room at Piere's, 7pm
* Dial Up Deviants at Mitchells, 8pm
* The Sweetwater All Stars at Club Room at The Clyde, 8-11pm
* The Wingmen at American Legion Post 47, 8pm
* Todd Harrold & Eric Clancy at Sylvan Cellars (Rome City), 8pm
* TKB Fort Wayne at Rex's Rendezvous (Warsaw), 9pm
* Angel Reborn at Latch String, 9:30pm
* Middle Names, Pocket Boy Solid, and Maddy F***e at Brass Rail, 9:30pm
* The Alt Vault at O'Sullivans, 10pm

Saturday (1/18):
* We Are CheckMark at Rockin' the Rink/Headwaters Park, 6-8pm
* TimeLess at American Legion Post 296, 7pm
* Adam Strack Fanpage at Mad Anthony Brewing Co., 7-10pm
* Hustle54 at Club Room at The ClydeClub Room at The Clyde, 8pm
* Rylie Lynn Music at Wrigley Field Bar & Grill, 8pm
* Stone Bluezz at Dicky's, 8pm
* Todd Harrold Band at American Legion Post 148, 8pm
* Ryne & Jess at Deer Park Irish Pub, 8:30pm
* Mason Dixon Line Band at Knockin' Boots Saloon, 9pm
* Grateful Groove at Latch Strin Bar & Grill, 9:30pm
* Left Lane Cruiser a O'Sullivans, 10pm

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01/16/2025

The Fort Wayne premiere of the play "5 Le****ns Eating a Quiche" will be presented by First Presbyterian Theater.

Opening Friday, Jan. 24, the show depicts five women attending a monthly quiche breakfast. While awaiting the winning quiche announcement, atomic bomb sirens are heard outside, leading to secrets and repressed desires being revealed.

“There’s clearly some dynamic friendships between these ladies. It’s really sort of about community and finding your tribe, for lack of a better word. I think that’s what I gravitated to most in the play," director Reuben Albaugh said.

The Fort Wayne premiere of 5 Le****ns Eating a Quiche will be presented by First Presbyterian Theater beginning Friday, Jan. 24

01/15/2025

Be sure to pick up your copy of this week's 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒛𝒖𝒑- on stands now! You can also check it out online at https://whatzup.com/issue/011625_mizpahshrinecircus/

* Justin Willman will bring his mind-blowing Illusionati Tour to Embassy Theatre on Jan. 24
* 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐬: 28,000 vehicles tour Fantasy of Lights, Audition for Dinner Detective shows, and more
* Rock the Dock brings Ambrosia and others to Honeywell Center on Jan. 24
* Mizpah Shrine Circus returns to Allen County War Memorial Coliseum on Jan. 24-26
* Multi-instrumentalist Rachel Davis headed to Baker Street Centre on Jan. 25
* O'Shea Jackson Jr. returns for the action sequel 𝑫𝒆𝒏 𝒐𝒇 𝑻𝒉𝒊𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒔 2: 𝑷𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒂
* 𝐎𝐟𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐡: Shigs In Pit closing Fairfield location, Redwood Inn circles opening date, Auburn Brewing Company goes on the market, and more
* 𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐮𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰𝐬: The Peffercorns, Snoop Dog, and Ringo Starr
* 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬: Chris Stapleton continues long tour for 𝑯𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒆𝒓, Big acts at Elkhart County Fair, and more
* 𝐎𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: Lettuce bringing the funk to Clyde Theatre, Sweetwater Performance Pavilion unveils pair of acts, Emmy-winning Rachel Platten to visit Eagles Theatre, and more
* Our calendars from art to stage to music and comedy

01/15/2025

It's the time of year when the parking lot at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum fills with school buses of kids, as well as carloads of families for the Mizpah Shrine Circus.

“When we say the circus is for all ages, it really is,” committee member Michael Hardiek said. “I love when I can see a family show up, from young children to their grandparents, and they all smile and watch the show together."

This year's circus will include five shows from Jan. 24-26.

Over the course of five shows from Friday, Jan. 24, to Sunday, Jan. 26, Memorial Coliseum will be filled by the Mizpah Shrine Circus.

01/14/2025

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Step into Taylor’s world with Let’s Sing Taylor: A Live Band Experience, live in Fort Wayne at Clyde Theatre on Saturday, March 15. Every note, every era, and every emotion comes to life as we celebrate the music that’s defined a generation—together.

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We’ve put together a package worthy of Taylor’s wildest dreams:
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🎟️ 2 tickets to the show—because this experience is meant to be shared

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01/10/2025

They may not have the highest budgets, best acting, or special effects, but 1980s horror B-movies do have a cult following.

Among those fans are local band Night Killer, who have dedicated their setlist to the slasher films and have released a three-song EP, "Nightmare: Prelude."

They are included in this month's Local Band Beat column, alongside news from The Namby Pamby, The Alt Vault, Corporate Circus , Bad Money, Downstait, and Humans Among Us.

Night Killer are a curious little outfit that play ’80s-style p***y glam metal that’s based strictly on B-movies.

01/09/2025

LOCAL BAND SHOWS THIS WEEKEND
For the complete list, go to https://whatzup.com/calendars/category/music

Friday (1/10):
* Eric Clancy at Club Soda, 6:30pm
* Tom Koenig Music at JD Lounge, 7pm
* StraitJack at American Legion Post 241, 7pm
* The Sweetwater All Stars at Club Room at The Clyde, 8-11pm
* IYKYK Band at Mitchells, 8pm
* Cicadas Band at Deer Park Irish Pub, 8:30pm
* Weird Science: Indiana's Premier New Wave R***e at Dupont Bar & Grill, 9pm
* Sunglasses At Night FW at Latch String, 9:30pm
* Debutants and The Tillers at Brass Rail, 9:45pm

Saturday (1/11):
* Tribute Fest 2025 w/TKB Fort Wayne, Contrøller, The Part You Left Out, My Dinosaurs Wear Ties - Warped Tour Tribute, Crystal Cnote Clouse, and more, 5:30pm
* Todd Harrold & Eric Clancy at Deema, 6pm
* Tom Koenig Music at Boardwalk Grill (Celina, OH), 6pm
* Jeff McDonald at Vinland Reserve Winery, 6:30pm
* Sunny Taylor at Mad Anthony Brewing, 7-10pm
* 8420 Band at The Hideaway (Bluffton), 8pm
* Fort Wayne Funk Orchestra at Club Room at The Clyde, 8-11pm
* GEM at Deer Park Irish Pub, 8:30pm
* He Said, She Said at Dupont Bar & Grill, 9pm
* Bethi Lewis at Thirty3 (Hudson), 9pm

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01/09/2025

Trivia nights are popular gatherings for friends, but what if you knew that night was going to be your last?

Arena Dinner Theatre examines that scenario in their upcoming production of "The Last Quiz Night on Earth," which opens Friday, Jan. 17, and runs three weekends through Saturday, Feb. 1.

“It does get very emotional. I see it as a dramedy," director Emily Caudill said. "A little bit of drama, a little bit of comedy in there. It really is kind of intense sometimes and very real. The arguments and relationships are very real things that a lot of people experience.”

Arena Dinner Theatre is here to help with The Last Quiz Night on Earth from Jan. 17-Feb. 1 at their intimate historic venue.

01/08/2025

Wait 'til you see what's in this week's issue of 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒛𝒖𝒑! Check it out online and on newsstands!
https://whatzup.com/issue/010925_savorfortwayne/

* Faith in Nothing will celebrate the release of 𝑾𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝒊𝒕'𝒔 𝑶𝒗𝒆𝒓 on Jan. 17
* 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬: Keith Urban returns to the road, Night Ranger in Gas City, and more
* 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐭: Night Killer, The Namby Pamby revealed new album title, The Alt Vault go back in time, Corporate Circus still going, and more
* The Fort Wayne Farm Show returns to Allen County War Memorial Coliseum from Jan. 14-16
* 𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐮𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰𝐬: Father John Misty, The Symposium, and Kim Deal
* Savor Fort Wayne 2025 participants
* Arena Dinner Theatre's upcoming production of 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑳𝒂𝒔𝒕 𝑸𝒖𝒊𝒛 𝑵𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 runs Jan. 17-Feb. 1
* 𝐎𝐟𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐡: Kanpai Sushi FW now open on Coldwater, Big Eyed Fish hooks location in Whitley County, Exotic Snack Guys now in Glenbrook mall, and more
* 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐬: Take class with Huntington Theatre Guild, Expo season heats up at Coliseum, and more
* 𝐎𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: Seraph Brass make stop at Pearl Arts, Hubie Ashcraft opening for Bellamy Brothers, Tool tribute added to Piere's calendar, and more
* Our calendars from art to stage to music and comedy