Andrew McNair
Whatzup Features Writer
Articles
Celebrate Japanese culture at Cherry Blossom
Cherry trees play a basic role in our country’s founding culture. The legend of George Washington and the cherry tree (although certainly untrue) remains an enduring slice of our collective […]
Bayou County pay tribute to Creedence
Creedence Clearwater Revival are one of those bands that is simultaneously nostalgic and timeless. Their version of “Suzie Q” off their debut album holds an iconic place as the sound […]
Take road trip to visit artists in their studios
After being cooped up through the dark and gloomy winter, there’s nothing like a weekend road trip, and this area in the spring is a glorious place for road trips. […]
Children’s Zoo is guaranteed fun for all ages
The phrase “fun for all ages” probably gets thrown around more than it should. Even the most entertaining baseball game will try the patience of our smallest citizens and teenagers […]
Lips Speak Louder set to make noise
They aren’t kidding when they call Nashville, Tennessee, Music City. The place teems with professional musicians making a living at their craft and amateur musicians crafting their profession. Northeast Indiana […]
Roots run deep with The Wood Brothers
When a successful band features a set of brothers, it’s easy to make assumptions. They probably got together in the garage for their first band, set off together for the […]
Take a slow ride to Van Wert for Foghat
Music is a time machine. A familiar song can transport you to a time and place that’s locked in your memory bank. When that time is a Saturday night in […]
Tinsley Ellis’ return is no coincidence
Happy little coincidences are a wonderful thing, especially when they turn chance encounters into magical human connections. If you live long enough and keep your eyes open, you’ll find them […]
Local bands go grunge for Embassy show
Every local music scene separates into two camps: Bands that produce original music and those that do covers. Original bands claim the artistic high ground, but cover bands fill the […]