Chicago’s own VGM band that features a keytar and a violin thrown into the mix, was at GR8bit Live 3. We talk about video games and music in this casual interview. Learn about each of the band mates.
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My Parent’s Favorite Music at GR8bit Live 3
Chip-hop Rapper Steffeny “Steffo” Messinger of My Parents Favorite Music talks about hip hop, video game influences, the Master Pieces (her albums), and using music as a platform to spread awareness about trans/queer gender & sexuality issues. Another fun interview to add to my ever growing list.
GR8bit Live 3 Final
GR8bit Live 3 Part 1 1/2
GR8bit Live 3 Part 1
GR8bit Live Interview
Mark Lago, founder of GR8bit Live talks about the upcoming Video Game Music Concert and Gaming Convention which serves as a fundraiser. Learn about the bands and the events at this convention.
The Art of Video Games Exhibition Review
Hey folks, did you know that the Flint Institute of Arts is hosting a Smithsonian touring exhibition. You must be asking yourself, “Why do I care? How is that remotely geeky?” Well, that very exhibition in question is called the Art of Video Games. Is it worth the trip to Flint or is it a waste of time? Check out my experiences and review of this exhibition. Continue reading The Art of Video Games Exhibition Review
The Art of Video Games Exhibition
The Art of Video Games Exhibition
October 25, 2014 at 6:00 pm – January 18, 2015 at 10:00 pm
The Smithsonian Art Museum is bringing its traveling video game art exhibit to Michigan. For roughly 3 months, the Flint Institute of Art will host the exhibit. Over 40 years of history of history will be on display. Video games are now recognized as an artistic medium. Still images, videos, interviews, consoles and playable games will be on display. Don’t miss out on this because once it’s gone, it’s gone. Mark your calendars.
Flint Institute of Art
1120 E Kearsley St
Flint, Michigan 48503
Support your local geek/nerd events.
For more info, check out:
http://www.flintarts.org/exhibitions/upcoming/taovg
https://www.facebook.com/flint.institute.arts
rePLAY: Symphony of Heroes 2015
rePLAY: Symphony of Heroes 2015
February 7th, 2015
The Grand Rapids Symphony will be performing orchestral versions of beloved video game pieces. Various iconic games will be featured in this wonderful concert. Speaking from personal experience, you would not want to miss out on this. Who says that video game music is not capable of the status of high art? Mark your calendars.
DeVos Hall
303 Monroe Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Support your local geek/nerd events.
For more info, check out:
http://www.replay-symphony.com/concert
http://grsymphony.org/concerts/nestl-gerber-symphonicboom-series/replay-symphony-heroes
Midwest Media Expo 2015
Midwest Media Expo 2015
April 10th-12th
The sister convention to Youmacon. While Youmacon is an anime con, Midwest Media Expo is a popular convention that focuses on the many facets of geek and nerd culture. Are you into animation, comics, sci-fi, video games, table top gaming, role playing, cosplay, tv, film and the internet? Then, this is the convention for you. All in downtown Detroit at the GM Renaissance Center. Mark your calendars.
GM Renaissance Center
100 Renaissance Center
Detroit, MI 48243
Support your local geek/nerd events.
For more info, check out:
http://www.midwestmediaexpo.com/
https://www.facebook.com/MidwestMediaExpo