After a lifetime of breaking boundaries in the fields of poetry, publishing and education, Haki Madhubuti came to Augustana to share his life stories and offer advice to future generations.
On March...
On Saturday, Oct. 5, Rock Island cafe, bar, and performance venue Rozz-Tox hosted new local non-profit 2F’s first fundraiser at its monthly “Roaring Rhetoric” showcase.
The event began with an introduction...
The Quad Cities plays host to several interesting cultural happenings and on the overcast and slightly drizzly day of Sunday Sept. 30, local hangouts Rozz-Tox and Laborspace hosted the third annual Lowland...
Bearded and in shadow, his face was the least of the audience’s concerns as they listened to the mellow voice of poetry sooth them under the poor lighting and damp coffee scent of Roz Toxx last Wednesday....
Though it seemed like a typical night at Rozz-Tox, it was the album release event for The Land of Blood and Sunshine’s latest LP, “Lady and the Trance” sponsored by Cartouche Records.
At a little...
Looking for a way to end the weekend before finals week? Look no further. Rozz-Tox is hosting two heavy, psychedelic rock bands, All Them Witches and The Well.
While it is The Well’s first time playing...
Sweat, blood and tears are familiar to Alex Mahaffey. While screaming at the top of his lungs in a crowded, sweaty room, Mahaffey knew he was where he wanted to be.
Mahaffey, a junior at Augustana, is...
Local artists said they are determined to keep the music scene in the Quad Cities authentic. Residents who were born and raised in the area are working to make a name for themselves, and the Rock...
Rock Island native, Ryan Flaherty will return to the Quad Cities to debut his band's new album at Rozz-Tox on Sept. 19. Flaherty's band, Muddy Ruckus, will perform a mix of folk, blues and gypsy swing.
Muddy...
Local poets will read original work, exploring topics such as the environment, relationships and what it means to be alive.
Published poets Tyler Mills, Alex Lemon and Adam Clay are to be featured in...
The acoustic Americana music of Sarah Jarosz will mix with the comfortable, artistic atmosphere of Rozz-Tox cafe when she performs there on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 8 p.m.
For this event, singer/songwriter/instrumentalist...
