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The Davenports

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Scott Klass gathers some familiar friends for an attitude-altering little pop song about “The Annabellas Of The World.”

PYPY, “Lonely Striped Sock”

PYPY, “Lonely Striped Sock”

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY 1974

HAPPY BIRTHDAY 1974

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The Big Dig

The Big Dig

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A.J. Croce: Live in Davenport, Iowa

A.J. Croce: Live in Davenport, Iowa

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A.J. Croce celebrates the 50th anniversary of his father, Jim Croce’s, three ground breaking albums, with a nationwide tour of Croce Plays Croce.

Creation Rebel

Creation Rebel

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TRF Boog

TRF Boog

Features

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Gasoline Lollipops

Gasoline Lollipops

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Gasoline Lollipops’ newest single, “Freedom Don’t Come Easy,” is today’s mother lovin’ punk rock folk anthem.

Lonnie Walker

Lonnie Walker

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Ink 19 readers get an early listen and look at “Cool Sparkling Water,” a new single from Lonnie Walker.

Eclipse 2024

Eclipse 2024

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The biggest astronomical event of the decade coincides with a long overdue trip to Austin, Texas.

Clint Black at Riverside Casino and Resort

Clint Black at Riverside Casino and Resort

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Jeremy Glazier reports from this late 2023 concert packed with fantastic music, lighting, and displays that give the feeling of a two-hour Clint Black Live at Riverside Casino and Resort music video.

Year-End Record Roundup

Year-End Record Roundup

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Back In Print!

Back In Print!

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We are beyond proud to announce that Ink 19 is once again available in print. Publisher Ian Koss shares the details.

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Vakili Band

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Vakili Band announces a September release of third album Honey, with an Ink 19 exclusive title track premiere today! Get an earful of “Honey” and a look at the band, inside Ink 19.

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Screen Reviews

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