View Larger Map Local Peoria, IL Music Scene Peoria is often looked upon as a microcosm and barometer of mainstream America. In the 2010 Census the metropolitan population was over 372,000. The main campus is Illinois Central College. The local scene is covered by The Peoria Journal Star and Pekin Daily Times. Notable artists from the area include Dan Fogelberg, Bruce Johnson of the Beach Boys, Elaine "Spanky" McFarland, Mudvayne, guitarist Gary Richrath from REO Speedwagon and vocalists Bart Shatto from Trans-Siberiab Orchestra. Peoria Music Acts Mindset Evolution * 300 Cam * Liberty N' Justice * Kid Karizma * Betrayal From Within * Cannon * The Crock Pots * Jade Season * Matt Larson * Brainchild * © Playlist Research. All rights reserved. |