On May 13th, 2025, The Crane Wives played at The Ritz, Raleigh, as part of their “Beyond, Beyond, Beyond” tour. The tour is named for the band’s latest album, which was released in September of last year.
Despite rain and unseasonable temps, The Crane Wives played their first show in more than two years in Grand Rapids, while in Grand Haven, solo performer Ryan Lynch won a wet edition of Walk the Beat.; WALK THE BEAT POWERS UP GRAND HAVEN AMID SHOWERS
This weeks concert recap focuses on three shows in particular that celebrated the talents — new and experienced — of West Michigan artists. Plus view images of Raul Midon, Fatoumata Diawara and more.