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Michele DeVinney

Michele DeVinney

Whatzup Features Writer

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Civic musical accelerates the comedy in delightful show

When Broadway stars leave their iconic roles, replacing them may seem daunting, even if few of us ever saw Julie Andrews as Eliza Doolittle, Mary Martin as Maria Von Trapp, […]

‘Slow Ride’ band not slowing down yet

It has been nearly 20 years since Foghat lost its front man and guitarist “Lonesome” Dave Peverett to cancer, but the current lineup has been going strong ever since. Having […]

More beautiful murals bloom throughout central Fort Wayne

One drive around Fort Wayne provides plenty of evidence that public art has exploded in this city. Murals, once a fairly unusual phenomenon, are at almost every turn, and it […]

Fleetwood tribute band unexpected career move

There are few bands with a more diverse– not to mention dysfunctional — history than Fleetwood Mac. Fleetwood Mac tribute band Tusk is pretty much the polar opposite, exhibiting absolutely […]

Fort Wayne mourns the death of bookstore owner Sam Hyde

Fort Wayne hearts have been heavy with the passing of one of its favorite citizens, Sam Hyde. It’s hard to believe that Hyde Brothers hasn’t always been part of this […]

New focus on songwriting

One reason Fort Wayne’s music community is so strong is that there is very little attrition. Thanks to opportunities for work, often locally for Sweetwater, and plenty of venues in […]

Raise the Curtain on history

Many cities have faced the challenge that Hicksville, Ohio, did with the Huber Opera House. Once a building of splendor, there came a time when it had to be decided […]

Silky-voiced powerhouse keeps recording

From his Broadway debut in Chicago to stints as radio and television host, musical powerhouse Brian McKnight has shown depth and talent in all aspects of a fickle industry. But […]

Jett’s ‘bad’ reputation precedes her, band

Hall of Famer to bring Blackhearts to the Foellinger. At the recent induction ceremony of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, both Stevie Nicks — the first woman to […]