SoDak Music Magazine

10/02/2023

Things they be a-changin.

The phase out of the magazine has officially begun. Tough decision, but the burnout is real, folks.

I will be focusing solely on O’Steen Photography going forward.

If you don't follow that page, do me a favor and give it a like, and maybe follow me on Instagram .

Good tidings of great joy will be bestowed upon you...or some such s**t.

(Photo for the 'rithm.)

08/25/2023

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08/23/2023

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08/09/2023

Check out our interview with Thomas Hentges, owner of Orion Pub in Sioux Falls. He's had quite the year.

Thomas Hentges has had quite a year. Check out our interview with him at his new Orion Pub in downtown Sioux Falls.

07/28/2023

Going to Four Winds Music & Art Fest tonight? Be sure to catch our friends Pray For Villains on the main stage outside DaDa Gastropub 🤘

Words and Photos by Sonja O’Steen The first time I experienced Pray For Villains was at Four Winds Fest in 2022. I don’t consider myself a metal head, and wasn’t sure what to expe…

06/27/2023

Thanks to those who've donated so far ❤️

We appreciate you so much ❤️🤘

Hi, I'm Sonja. And this fundraiser isn't for me. It's for the South Dakota music commun… Sonja O'Steen needs your support for Keep SoDak Music Magazine Alive

06/16/2023

It's difficult to miss them: Red Maker fans flooding the dance floor with flower crowns, smiling faces and good vibes every time the band plays....

It’s difficult to miss them: Red Maker fans flooding the dance floor with flower crowns, smiling faces and good vibes every time the band plays.

06/14/2023

Getting ready to listen to some arts entrepreneurs at 🤘

06/02/2023

If you haven't heard of Gallivant, the riff-based rock band from Omaha, you have now. You're welcome.

Check them out in Rowena, SD, on June 14.

If you haven’t heard of Gallivant, the Omaha-based riff band, you have now. You’re welcome.

06/02/2023

Did you know there's a free musical program in Sioux Falls that teaches violin, choir and percussion to school-aged children? Learn how Harmony South Dakota teaches so much more than just musical notes.

Have a story about how music has impacted your life? Harmony wants to hear from you! Read our story to learn how to participate in the campaign.

How has music impacted your life? That’s what Harmony South Dakota wants to know. Learn about this immersive musical program, that you’ve probably never heard of, even though it’s…

06/01/2023

If you've been around the Sioux Falls music scene long enough, you've probably heard of Scott Hudson.

The punk-rock connoisseur has interviewed some of the biggest names in music. Read about his music history, and how he's become somewhat of a juggernaut in the podcasting world in Grant Wentzel's latest story.

“Here’s the thing with me,” Hudson said, “I’m obviously very opinionated. I’m not afraid to say that I hate this or that or whatever. But I will never tell someb…

05/29/2023

Shock Value has had a whirlwind of a first year together. Check out what these pop punk rockers are up to and catch them at Four Winds Music & Art Fest in July.

Words by Nate Perkins
Photos by Sonja O'Steen

Shock Value is a guaranteed good time. The pop punk rockers will release their debut album at Four Winds Music Festival in July.

05/27/2023

Finally getting caught up on editing, all. Check out these shots from the Cold show of our friends Pray For Villains, and Signal to Noise 🤘

May 19, 2023

05/26/2023

Miss the Cold show last week at ICON Lounge? Check out Grant's review.

Big shout out to our friends Pray For Villains who opened the night with a proper metal bang 🤘

Miss the COLD show last week? Read our review of the show at ICON Lounge.

05/25/2023

Jonesing for a ska fix? Catch Donnybrook Brawlers Sauturday night with The Qu**rs at Club David.

Need a ska fix? Donnybrook Brawlers open for The Qu**rs, May 27, at Club David.