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The Scene

The Scene was our Illinois arts & culture podcast through 2017. Rachel Otwell curated the podcast which provided full-length stories and follow-ups, links to other reports, and conversations with you.This podcast contained a range of stories from the world of arts & culture, from visual art to Springfield's DIY music scene, to profiles of interesting local characters. The podcast was about what makes artists tick, and the diverse culture that exists within our community.

The Scene: Singer/Songwriter Interview, Blues/Brews/BBQ Fest + More

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Scott Faingold,

Rachel Otwell

Published June 21, 2016 at 5:36 PM CDT

This week, Scott and Rachel speak with Brandon Cummings. He's a singer/songwriter from northern Illinois. We also hear about events like the Blues, Brews & BBQ festin Champaign this weekend, some jazz music sung by Katie Flynn on Lake Huron on Sunday, and a collaborative art show in Springfield, called Natural Forms. Tune in!

present_intents_by_brandon_cummings.mp3

listen to the song 'Present Intents' by Brandon Cummings of Wilmette, IL