The Local Music Scene

Or so the lyrics go. So, these aren’t kids, but The Who lyrics popped in my mind after meeting the incredibly talented and ambitious musician, festival-creator and entrepreneur Olive Kuper….

We are two weeks into 2025, and I’m already so excited by all the music filling the calendar! New bands are forming, musicians are releasing new music, and new venues…

It’s an Edmonds Kind of Christmas! And we even have our own song to enjoy it. Local Edmonds crooner (and motivational speaker, author, consultant and songwriter) Richard Taylor Jr. released…

As the days get darker, and all eyes are on election news, it might feel like an escape would be nice. If you can’t take a vacation, then maybe do…

It’s the season to cozy up and enjoy being serenaded with songs written about love. The Edmonds Center for the Arts has put together the perfect show to combat the…

As a musician playing in bars, wineries, festivals, and more, I have found it is common for people to think live music goes hand and hand with alcohol and other…

September brings in a change of weather, a change of schedules for many people and some of Edmonds’ favorite festivals! PorchFest Edmonds PorchFest Edmonds, the first weekend of September, highlights…

We are heading into my favorite time of the year for music. Outdoor festivals are happening, and you can find live music every night of the week. Summer nights with…

Surf music is taking over Darrell’s Tavern on July 19-20  When you hear surf bands you probably think of the Beach Boys. That’s not what you will find at the…

Music is taking over the town for June So much great stuff happening this month I couldn’t focus on just one thing. Here are the top highlights and where to…

New band alert — The Outtatowners I had the opportunity to meet an emerging band that everyone should be keeping an eye on. The band started with saxophonist Tyler Rogers….

As the saying goes, location is everything. And for music Edmonds, Mountlake Terrace and Lynnwood are stepping it up with more and more locations to enjoy live music. For the…

Il Viale is hosting the songwriter event of the month this Thursday, Feb. 15. The Songwriter Night, held the third Thursday of each month as part of Art Walk Edmonds,…

Local musician Jordan Campbell has released a new album. The album is available now on bandcamp (always a great way to support artists as the artists actually get paid) and…

If you love ’80s music (like me) and love a good band story (like me) then you must keep reading. I have been following Nikki and the Fast Times since…

And this battle is personal! Well, for me at least, as yours truly will be standing up there in the 4th annual ShoreLake Arts Battle of the Bands, featuring a…

I am so excited to share this interview with all of you. This band has a special place in my heart. I clearly remember the first time I saw One…

Supporting local is something you hear quite often. I want to take this opportunity to share how you can support local musicians and continue to build the thriving arts community…

Celebrating a Lifetime Achievement Award Edmonds resident Billy Stapleton has many awards through his musical career (including Best Slide Guitar Player) but this most recent one was a big one,…

  I recently had the wonderful opportunity to talk with local guitarist, songwriter, rock and roll artist, and man with swagger, Earle Thunders. Here is a bit of his story…

There are legends among us in our area. I look forward to featuring some of them in this monthly article and telling parts of their stories. And I look forward…

Welcome to the newest monthly column for My Edmonds News, MLTnews and Lynnwood Today. “The Local Music Scene” will highlight local music and our fantastic local musicians. Support your local artists…