The Ticket:  A curated list of Washtenaw County concerts we're excited about at Ann Arbor Funhouse, Ziggy's, Kerrytown Concert House, St. Andrew’s Church, North Star Lounge, The Ark, The Ravens Club, Ypsilanti Freighthouse, Reagle Beagle, Pease Auditorium & Hill Auditorium. pulp.aadl.org/node/674790

A preview of September 2026 theater events in Washtenaw County from Forge Theater, The Purple Rose Theatre Company, Theatre Nova, and NTG Productions.  pulp.aadl.org/node/674757

The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.     This week:  Sacha, Jacob Sigman, Reckless Manner, Enzo Lorenzetti, Blue Snaggletooth, rxckbttm & s0wingseason, and Launchfield. pulp.aadl.org/node/672441

Musical Force:  Chirp rotates toward a more direct style on "Torque." We spoke to vocalist-guitarist Jay Frydenlund and lead guitarist Sam Naples about the Ypsilanti jam band's bold new album.  pulp.aadl.org/node/674508

One Track Mind features a Washtenaw County-associated artist discussing a single song. We spoke with Cracked & Hooked’s David Freund about “Allowed,” a track that revisits grief from past losses. pulp.aadl.org/node/673363

Rock 'n' Roll Never Forgets:  Fuzz Fest 11 will induce more head-banging memories in Ann Arbor when it hits The Blind Pig, Aug. 27-29. There will be 33 bands, 11 per night, each playing 30-minute sets back-to-back—& you can check out music from all of them at the link ⬇️.   pulp.aadl.org/node/674217

Mei Semones returns to Ann Arbor as a budding pop, jazz, and guitar star. We collected some of our favorite interviews with the Community High grad ahead of her appearance at Sonic Lunch on Thursday, August 27, opening for gospel-soul star Mavis Staples.  pulp.aadl.org/node/674504

JD’s Stage Bistro in Chelsea features grand-opening shows this week with Jeff Daniels and other acts. The new music venue and restaurant will host a solo performance by the actor-musician on August 26 and then co-headlining shows with other acts August 27-29. pulp.aadl.org/node/674420

@jjkochmanski.bsky.social delves inside a video game influenced by the external world in "The Side Questers." We spoke to the Ann Arbor author about his literary role-playing game novel ahead of his appearance at @aadl.org's Traverwood branch on Sat. 9/5. pulp.aadl.org/node/674395

The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.    This week:  fling ii, Michael Malis and Constantine Novotny, George Mashour, Nicole Myint, Fearless Amaretto, The Sea The Sea, Chirp, Violet Sol, and Magoose. pulp.aadl.org/node/672440

One Track Mind features a Washtenaw County-associated artist discussing a single song. We spoke with OMO x Le Dawg about “Visions of Eternity,” a track from the Ann Arbor electronic duo’s self-titled album that blends meditative, pulsating beats and percussive rhythms. pulp.aadl.org/node/674276

The Proposal: Brach Tiller’s exhibition, “Me and You,” at Washtenaw Community College is a love letter to his fiancée. We spoke to the Detroit artist about his oil paintings and the theme behind the exhibition, which runs until September 11 in the college’s gallery. pulp.aadl.org/node/674228

Hit That Perfect Beat:  House Music for All brings good vibes to the Ann Arbor Elks Lodge. We spoke with co-founders Aaron Batzdorfer and Ian Berk about their inclusive DJ night, which happens every Thursday, 8-12 pm. pulp.aadl.org/node/674223

The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.    This week:  Kelsey., Dave Menzo, DJ Konformitee, Oblivion Heirs, Sam Watson, Sproton Layer, Chirp, Cattywampus, Intercom Moses, Lovepark., and Monta. pulp.aadl.org/node/672439

Gestural Glass:  Iman Hathaway’s “Dreams of a Redbone” exhibition honors Black femmes living in rest, education & joy. We spoke to the Ypsi glass artist about her work, which is at Dzanc House on Aug. 15, 6-8 pm; Aug. 21, 4-6 pm; & the closing reception Aug. 28, 6-9 pm. pulp.aadl.org/node/674110

Sonic Disguises: Ani Mari genre-hops throughout her second album, “The Masquerade.” We spoke to the Ann Arbor singer-songwriter and U-M alum about her upcoming release ahead of an August 15 show at North Star Lounge. pulp.aadl.org/node/674125

One Track Mind features a Washtenaw County-associated artist discussing a single song. We spoke with Ypsilanti R&B artist Josie G about “Taro,” a song from her latest EP, “Gelato.” On “Taro,” she sings about feeling empowered and understanding her purpose. pulp.aadl.org/node/674099

Hosted by Theatre Nova, the 2026 Michigan Playwrights Festival runs August 13-16 at the Ann Arbor theater and features professionally acted and directed stage readings of full-length plays. This year’s lineup includes “The Sanctuary,” “Cakewalk,” “ASHE,” and “Dispersion.” pulp.aadl.org/node/674073

Start the Presses:  Penny Seats' "Gutenberg! The Musical!" is a madcap night of theater. We reviewed the high-energy comedy, written by Anthony King and Scott Brown, which runs at the Cahoots Event Space in Ann Arbor through August 22.    pulp.aadl.org/node/674071

The Radar usually tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels. For this edition, we’re featuring releases by artists performing at Fun Fest. This week: Pajamas, James Bourland, Rik Strange, Adam J. Snyder, Maddy Ringo, and Skinned Knees. pulp.aadl.org/node/672438

PTD Productions’ “Southern Rapture” depicts a community’s struggle over artistic integrity and censorship in theater. We spoke with the director and cast members ahead of the show, which runs August 13-16 and August 19-22 at Ypsilanti's Riverside Arts Center. pulp.aadl.org/node/673508

One Track Mind features a Washtenaw County-associated artist discussing a single song. For this edition, we spoke with Ann Arbor alt-rock band Swan Upon Leda about “Seashells,” a standalone single that explores the struggle of survival in today’s political landscape. pulp.aadl.org/node/673365

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@fasterthanshaun.bsky.social’s “Cole City” is influenced by the new labor movement and the joy of rebellion. We spoke to the Ypsilanti author about his new comic book. pulp.aadl.org/node/673261

@fasterthanshaun.bsky.social’s “Cole City” is influenced by the new labor movement and the joy of rebellion. We spoke to the Ypsilanti author about his new comic book. pulp.aadl.org/node/673261

D.E. Carr’s debut novel, “When Squirrels Fly,” is a humorous, cozy mystery set in Ann Arbor. We spoke to the author about her new book ahead of an August 6 event at 211 West Washington Street. pulp.aadl.org/node/672826

The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels. This week: Kylee Phillips, Geranium Red, Katie Greene, Bekka, Jacob Sigman, and Davis Caruso. pulp.aadl.org/node/672437

Gabba Gabba, We Accept You, One of Us:⠀ A comprehensive history of every concert by The Ramones in Ann Arbor, including rare photos, flyers, etc. We’re highlighting this article again because Ann Arbor Funhouse is hosting a “50 Years of Ramones Tribute” show on August 6. pulp.aadl.org/node/575570

A preview of artist exhibitions in August throughout Washtenaw County for Dzanc House, Ann Arbor Art Center, Gutman Gallery, Crazy Wisdom Bookstore, U-M's Museum of Art, Riverside Arts Center, and U-M’s Residential College Art Gallery. pulp.aadl.org/node/673363

One Track Mind features a Washtenaw County-associated artist discussing a single song. We spoke with Ann Arbor’s Toadally about “Full Body Headache,” an indie-rock song that examines feeling overwhelmed and trapped in an unsatisfying job. pulp.aadl.org/node/673237

Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere: Loonlight Theatre produces plays in off-stage spaces across Washtenaw County. We spoke with founder Darla Hand about theater ahead of its production of “Lady Windermere’s Fan,” which runs August 6-9 at Ann Arbor’s Dixboro Village Green. pulp.aadl.org/node/673245