Little River Band garnered huge chart success with multi-platinum albums and chart-topping hits in the 70’s and 80’s. . Their worldwide album, CD, and digital downloads amass to more than 350 million. LRB continues to deliver distinctive harmonies and vocal abilities under the direction of 41 year LRB veteran, lead vocalist and bass player Wayne Nelson.  To date, Wayne has contributed his talents on 24 of Little River Band’s albums/CDs. LRB was honorably dubbed “the best signing band in the…

The University of Arkansas Student Chamber Music Tour is embarking on its first season across the communities of Northern Arkansas this coming May. The 2022 tour will feature three outstanding student ensembles: Hawksbill Winds, Loblolly Brass Quintet, and Castalia Saxophone Quartet. The tour pushes the envelope of student learning and experiences by allowing the participating students to experience performing in a variety of venues and communities while performing at the highest caliber. The community aspect of the tour is the…

The session combines Mid-America Arts Alliance’s What Works professional development workshop for artists with an information session about the Artists 360 grant program, including tips on grant writing, the submission process, and Q&A. The session will be presented by David Wayne Reed, M-AAA Constituent Engagement Specialist. Artists 360 is a program providing grant funding and professional development opportunities to individual artists of all disciplines in the Arkansas counties of Benton, Carroll, Crawford, Sebastian, and Washington. In elevating this network of local artists, Artists…

Now in its 5th decade, Three Dog Night claims some of the most astonishing statistics in popular music. In the years 1969 through 1974, no other group achieved more top 10 hits, moved more records, or sold more concert tickets.  The band’s hits weave through the fabric of pop culture today, whether on the radio where they are heard day in and day out, in TV commercials or in major motion pictures -- songs like “Mama Told Me (Not To…

Returning to the stripped-back, string band sound of their busking years, Lost Dog Street Band’s new album Glory is a searing testament to recovery, redemption and resolve. Fronted by songwriter Benjamin Tod and his wife, fiddler Ashley Mae, the DIY band began out of desperation on the sidewalks of Nashville roughly a decade ago, but now sustains a significant national audience that’s drawn to their authentic songwriting, old-time instrumentation, and hard-won independence. Get tickets HERE.

Meet Katherine Andrews Director, Arkansas Office of Outdoor Recreation Katherine's office is tasked with leading the state's efforts to grow the outdoor recreation economy, to provide resources, and to work with partners to promote outdoor recreation, conservation and health. Learn about new initiatives for housing, workforce development and NorthArk certification programs.

Country music hall of famer and Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and musician Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives return to the historic Eureka Springs City Auditorium on Friday, October 7 at 7:30 pm. Stuart is living, breathing country-music history. He’s played alongside the masters, from Johnny Cash to Lester Flatt, who discovered him; been a worldwide ambassador for Nashville, Bakersfield, and points in between; and safeguarded the country’s most valuable traditions and physical artifacts. But most importantly, Stuart continues to record…