November has been a big month for Detroit homecomings. Big Sean graced Joe Louis Arena for his largest hometown concert to date, Jack White christened Third Man Records’ highly-anticipated Cass Corridor grand opening, and, on the busiest party night of the year, Danny Brown returned to the Majestic for his second-annual Thanksgiving…
Although he originally hails from Detroit, Sufjan Stevens’ musical vision has always ranged far and wide. In 2003, the indie pop singer/songwriter announced a major undertaking — “The 50 States Project” — in which he would write an album for each US state, beginning with Michigan. Stevens has since admitted the series was a…
In the world of Jeff Mills, Space Is the Place. That phrase comes from a 1974 film directed by John Coney, written by Joshua Smith and Sun Ra, and featuring the latter jazz musician. Although Mills is most readily associated with the second wave of Detroit techno, the many threads of his work and…
Even with summer in the rearview mirror and fall in full swing, Detroit’s music scene is just as active as ever. Check out some of the most interesting events the city has to offer for October. Kickback House Show Festival Saturday, October 3, 2015 4:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. Woodbridge, Detroit…
J Dilla already has his own day, but Devil’s Night might soon be renamed Dilla’s Night after we get a load of this. On October 30, the legendary Detroit producer and rapper will see a posthumous release of over forty of his instrumentals. Dillatronic is a compilation that was made possible by the late…
After nearly four years without a new release, a slew of lineup changes and a family death, Flint Eastwood has triumphantly returned with a brand new single – “Find What You’re Looking For.” The new track comes from the band’s long-awaited EP Small Victories, which harnesses the “Syblyng” songwriting power of Jax and Seth Anderson….
James Linck is caught in a liminal space, stuck between stations. He knows his home is both a rest stop and a delivery spot, but he doesn’t know its location. His lover could help him find it, but she shifts shapes and eludes his grasp; in fact, she may very well be gone for…
As summer comes to a close and we prepare for fall, Detroit still has an expansive offering of unique events. Here are some of DMM’s top picks for September. 36th Annual Detroit Jazz Festival Friday, September 4 – Monday, September 7, 2015 Hart Plaza & Campus Martius, Downtown Detroit This Labor…
Guilty Simpson is Detroit’s son. His name holds serious weight in the Motor City and is recognized far beyond its 8 Mile border. If you’re reading this, it’s too late — Guilty is a staple of Detroit hip-hop. Guilty’s legacy can be traced back to the time of Slum Village, Eminem (whom he…
The best bands make hard work look easy, and nowhere is that more true than with Detroit garage-punk group Growwing Pains. Two years ago, the five-piece released their debut album 17 Songs About the Same Girl on local imprint Urinal Cake Records, a label known for its dedication to independent artists who largely appeal…