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| Thursday, October 16 • Ages 21+ • $5.00 |
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| Pop/Punk |
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Counter CosbyWebsite
Jamming strong for more than a decade, Counter Cosby is a power-trio from Ann Arbor, MI. The members consist of Langel on bass, O'Neill on drums, and AROtotheN on guitar. Back in 1996, these high school sweethearts found each other and managed to not get bored whilst on an adventure of sonic musical experience ...or something like that.
The Psycho Kid Website
There are venues in Chicago where the drop ceiling may fall on your head. The crowds are small, the pay low, but if the energy is right, then nothing else matters. We’ve played many of these places, and recently we’ve started to tour. Our mission has never changed—play music, make a statement, be ourselves. A revolution stirs at rock shows, small and large, and we’re happy to be a part of the movement. We hope to facilitate the dialogue of counter-cultures: what is wrong and what are we going to do about it? But this isn’t just a forum; we also hope to facilitate the grinding of hips and shaking of asses. Life gets dark sometimes, and music can be therapy and sunlight. What’s the point of rebellion if the end-goal is not happiness? Do we win the war by destroying ourselves? Let them make you miserable, and they’ve won—they own you. Or challenge conservatism and have fun; vent your anger and dance with your friends. Rise above—then you’ve got a party.
FCAB Website
so... we're this band. and we're fom midlothian. we got these big plans of taking over the world pinky and the brain style but for now i got me this steel reserve... so i think i'll focus on that first.
Uncle Crusty
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| Saturday, October 18 • 9:00 PM • Ages 21+ • $5.00 |
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| Chronicles: A History of Rush ( a tribute to the band Rush) |
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Chronicles Website
Chronicles is comprised of four seasoned musicians who have united - pooled their talents and resources - to bring long time RUSH fans their favorite music the way it was intended to be delivered. They start at the beginning of it all and bring you forward delivering all of your favorite songs from yesteryear. Their current chapter - if you will - is 1974-1982. They fancy themselves as of keepers of the old and dig deep into the vault to bring you such songs as By-Tor and the Snow Dog, Here Again, Before and After, Making Memories, Lakeside Park, In The End, Broon's Bane (yes with a true classical) and numerous other songs that quite frankly they believe even RUSH themselves forgot how to play and of course performed as only they can. All I can say is bring a lunch: when they get started they just won't stop for three straight hours.
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| Sunday, October 19 • 8:00 PM • Ages 21+ • $15.00 |
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| Flamenco Fusion |
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The Guitars of SpainWebsite
The ensemble makes their debut at Reggie's with a performance which will feature flamenco music and live dance along with original material which fuses flamenco with elements of blues, jazz, and rock.
The Guitars of Spain ensemble formed in 1999, when guitarist, Carlo Basile was researching material for his Master's Degree Lecture/Recital titled "Flamenco Music and Spain's Nationalist Composers." Along with other guitarists and dancers who were studying flamenco music from Spain, Carlo put together a series of "Flamenco Night" performances (at Martyr's and then, later, at the Hothouse in Chicago) that gave everyone a chance to "practice their chops." The "Flamenco Night" series was quite successful and lasted for a few years. It also led to collaborations with many fine musicians and dancers from the Chicago music scene.
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| Monday, October 20 • 8:00 PM • Ages 21+ |
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| All Girl Rock 'N Roll Arm Wrestling!! Cash prizes, cool prizes from other sponsors too! |
The TrashingtonsWebsite
Dressed in unnasuming charcoal Dickies and second-hand leathers, The Trashingtons are sure to entertain even the surliest of regulars. Whether chucking pickin� meats at adoring fans, laughing-off numerous technical difficulties or drinking every ounce of their beer alotment, at the very least one must admit that �those guys are loud.�
Johnny Roger Website
WE PLAY WHAT WE LIKE! If you dig it, cool. If you don't?.... Well, we're still going to play it, AND LOUD! Our style is influenced by everything, a soundtrack to everyday life, if your everyday life consists of SEX, DRUGS & ROCK n' ROLL (not necessarily in that order).
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| Tuesday, October 21 • Ages 21+ |
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| Blues |
Mr. BLOTTOWebsite
Mr. Blotto was born in Chicago as an off-night vehicle for musicians who loved each others playing but were in different bands at the time. The only rule was that they would only play what they loved. That philosophy continues today and has led Mr. Blotto into unique musical situations.
Eric Sommer Website
ericsommer.com
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| Wednesday, October 22 • 8:30 PM • Ages 21+ |
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| Gand's Pro Blues Jam with The Blue Truth |
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Gand's Pro Blues Jam with The Blue TruthWebsite
Open Blues Jam with an opening set by The Blue Truth. Bring your instrument, your voice or whatever talent you have to jam on stage with the band. Show up early to sign up!
Open Blues Jam with $50 Prize! Website
Reggie's gives $50 to the best jammer Bring your friends to applaud! We will use the official "applause meter" to pick the most popular jammer of the night. Gary Gand hosts this week. Stop in and join us for an impromptu evening of blues, rock, soul and whatever else blows in off the street. Always surprise guests sittin in. SOUTH: Every Wednesday @ 9:00 PM Reggies Music Joint 2105 S. State St. (at 21st) Chicago, IL Guitarists, bass players, harp players, horns, keyboardists - bring your axe. Drummers bring your sticks; high quality amps, keyboards and drums will be provided by Gand Music & Sound. Jammers and soloists are welcome Vocalists - a great chance to try out new material Meet new people, play and hear some great music Network with top players Reggie's Music Joint features new high quality sound systems and lighting by Gand Music and Sound. Support the Blues in Chicago at these weekly events. For more info call Gary Gand at 847-446-4263 ext 135. http://www.gand.com Sponsored by Gand Music & Sound 780 Frontage Road Northfield, IL 60093 847-446-GAND (4263) Illinois musician's favorite independent super- store
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| Thursday, October 23 • 8:00 PM • Ages 21+ |
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| Art Edwards of The Refreshments! |
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Art Edwards & His Defunct BandWebsite
A decade since the break-up of his seminal Arizona band, Art Edwards--co-founder, co-songwriter and bass player of the Refreshments, the band that sold combined in excess of 400,000 albums for Mercury Records in the 1990s; wrote and recorded the top fifteen alternative radio hit "Banditos" (1996); and wrote and recorded the theme song for the Fox television series *King of the Hill*--emerges with his first ever solo album, *Songs from Memory*.
Edwards's musical collaboration with high school classmate Bret Hartley (Sugarland, Billy Pilgrim, Clay Cook) has resulted in *Songs from Memory*, which includes the single "Riverboat Captain" and nine other songs featuring Edwards's infectious pop melodies and Hartley's at times searing, at other times textured and elegant, guitar playing. Listen to tracks from *Songs from Memory* at http://www.myspace.com/artedwardsaudio.
"A lively 10-song CD of power-pop gems that will leave more than a few old Refreshments fans giddy." Chris Hansen Orf, Get Out Magazine
To support *Songs from Memory*, Edwards has toured extensively in 2008, participating in events in Phoenix, Denver, Atlanta, Nashville, St. Louis, Dallas, Oklahoma City, and many times in his hometown of Chicago, IL.
Pearls Mahone & the One Eyed Jacks Website
Howdy! I'm Pearls! I'm the front woman of The OneEyed Jacks, a countrified, rockabilly project with a pinch of psycho and mountain music influence.
I'm a hairsprayed, honky tonkin', wanna-be hot rod hearse drivin' sick girl raised outside of Chicago. Singing for over twelve years with standards, classical, opera, jazz, and musical theater I have been blessed to finally record some music that is my true passion; a mix between rockabilly, hillbilly bluegrass, jazz, psychobilly, punk, old country, and standards.
I love anything retro, tattooed, horror & noir, hot rod & rat rod related.....
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| Friday, October 24 • 5:00 PM • Ages 21+ |
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| Free Buffet from 5-7 pm 1/2 off Bottles of Wine $5 Martinis |
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Voodoo Jones Blues Duo
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| Friday, October 24 • 10:00 PM • Ages 21+ • $5.00 |
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| Blues/ Rock |
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BlackdogWebsite
Visit www.yourblackdog.com for more about the band, and read about the confrontational beginnings of Blackdog.
Blue Far Down Website
Bullet Called Life Website
First there was the Big Bang. Then there were the Dark Ages. Then there was Bullet Called Life. There will be nothing else.
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| Saturday, October 25 • 9:00 PM • Ages 21+ • $5.00 |
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| Kick Ass Indie Rock |
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Color RadioWebsite
While a year has passed since we’ve been together, we’ve just finished recording our EP “Feeling Like You Used To,” which will be released in September of 2008! It’s been a fast and crazy summer working with Brian Zieske (The Hush Sound, Sars Flannery), who produced FLYUT at the Gallery of Carpet Recording Studio in Villa Park, IL.
Grey Skies Website
A perfect complement to their melancholy namesake, the Grey Skies' complex and unpredictable debut album pushes hard rock, pop and experimental rock in new directions. From the moody, driving lead track, "Bend In The Wire," to the layered psychedelic swirl in "More Orange Than Tan," the Grey Skies have crafted a nuanced, mysterious album that will appeal to indie and hard rock fans alike.
Never content to stay in one genre, songwriter Bryan Knisley (Push on Junior, Moon Maan) takes rock guitar out of its native habitat and into previously unknown places. Mark Pakulski (Signal & Report, Moon Maan) has a similarly adventurous rock pedigree, including stints in punk, avant-garde goth, retro pop and classic rock bands. Multi-instrumentalist/avocado player Stephanie Huss (Reba Fritz Band) is the band's secret weapon, while Jamie Bollman's (Luke's Angels) unexpected, off-kilter fills and no-BS approach give the band its unique driving power.
Demilos Website
Demilos are a group of 5 songwriter/multi-instrumentalists including a pair of twin brothers (Brian and Joe Daley) who draw heavily from the experimental sounds of early Brit pop a la Eno/The Kinks/Bowie as well as American avant-garde pop maestros like Brian Wilson or The Flaming Lips and blend it with enough roots rock twang to make something that is their own. Demilos drew most of their material on Thursday from their new self released LP “Peaking Through The High Hats” which is a fantastic collection of psychedelic retro jams and lyrically driven countrified rock that quickly sneaks into your brain and demands repeat listens.
Left Brain Heart Website
Straight from Sweet Home Chicago.
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| Sunday, October 26 • 8:00 PM • Ages 21+ • $5.00 |
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| indie/rock/alt-country |
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Parks and GardensWebsite
Parks and Gardens may be a new band, but the members have been around for quite some time. Andrew Duncan was a founding member of Chicago treadmill heroes OK Go. Nathan Tucker and Joshua Davison comprised the underground electronic duo String Theory.
Their hybridized pop combines equal parts hook-happy guitar rock and cerebral IDM, thick with vocal harmony and synthesized counterpoint melody. It's smart and clever, but still unafraid to let loose with a bombastic guitar solo between verses. The result of this peanut-butter-in-my-chocolate fusion of pop and electronica is delightfully unexpected -- splitting the difference perfectly between the robotic precision of sequenced computer music and the warmth and familiarity of vocal-driven pop.
Their forthcoming debut, Avec Cloture, was recorded and produced by the band and showcases their balance of intelligent songwriting, infectious melody and baroque, futuristic production.
Samuel Locke Ward & the Boo Hoos Website
Out now: "Sacrilege, Treason, Treachery & Thyme" the sixth solo album by Samuel Locke Ward. 18 originals in 49 minutes. Started off as a gospel album, ended up as something else. Possibly a loose concept album. Recorded on Tascam 4 track with a radio shack mic. If it had a cable it got plugged straight in. Kent Williams mastered the whole thing. Handmade covers. DIY all the way, baby. +++A bunch of really awesome people make appearances including Ross Meyer (Kickass Tarantulas), Pete Balestrieri (Violent Femmes), Ed Gray, Kate Kane (Lipstick Homicide), Will Whitmore, Grace Locke Ward (Petit Mal), Sam Knutson (Shame Train), Rachel Feldmann (Lipstick Homicide), Jim Durocher (Twelve Cannons), Bob Bucko Jr. (Old Panther). Check it out live on tour right now!
The Bassturd Website
John Bellows Website
In transcendent moments of performance, I give back the energy that the audience gives to me in the flavor of rasberry truffle Godiva ice cream, and everyone in the room eats it up. Except for the people the don't like ice cream, which is rare.
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| Monday, October 27 • 8:00 PM • Ages 21+ |
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| If you're a fan of Qui you need to check this show out... |
LozenWebsite
LOZEN are a two-women band named after an Apache warrior woman, whose spirit they attempt to channel through thunderous chug, schizoid dynamics and banshee (definitely not Siouxsie) wails. Certainly a promising premise for some righteous fury. Other, less dead and red spirits channeled here include MELVINS, UNWOUND, EARTH and fellow two-human nosie-rockers GODHEADSILO. The songs are multi-sectional cacophonies that parry and attack like a vagina with fangs or HEART with balls, often twisting and turning into the seven or eight-minute mark. While at times skirting with disjointedness, the quiet-loud menace of tracks like "Unspeakable Truths" hit like a female TOOL--a metal strap-on, if you will, fucking you in the name of stolen hunting grounds. It may fit strangely at first, but halfway through you'll start to enjoy it.
FCAB Website
so... we're this band. and we're fom midlothian. we got these big plans of taking over the world pinky and the brain style but for now i got me this steel reserve... so i think i'll focus on that first.
Frink Website
Frink was formed in a dank basement in Urbana in the fall of 2005 consisting of best friends Joe Bernier(lead guitar, vox) and Stefan Lindgren(drums). They had been playing Ozma's Rock and Roll Part 3 straight down for a good 2 years and decided to go original with it. They tossed around some chords and then recruited the help of their roommate Kevin Schmitt to play bass. When another musician by the name of Steve Ward moved in that spring, he also moved in on bass and Kevin (Schmittie, to most) moved to rhythm guitar. To make a long story short here, a lot of beer was frinked, songs were written, Stefan moved to Sweden for a while, and the never-ending search for a moog player finally ended a month ago when fellow musician and friend Kate Drown said that she could more than put up with these 4 heavy-frinking, non-stop quoting nerds. All the pieces are now in place, and Frink's patented wall of sound is ready to take over Chicago and the rest of the world.
Fire to Reason Website
Born OCTOBER 28th 2005 with only one goal in mind. A brutal energetic form of therapy through music. The name is derived from a quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes “Eloquence may set fire to reason”
Over 32,000 miles later. FIRE TO REASON has grown to become, one of the the most active touring bands from the SOUTH. Playing 48 states a year, sharing the stage with over 1200 bands across the United States to date, from THE HOODS to EVERGREEN TERRACE to LUCERO.
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| Tuesday, October 28 • 8:00 PM • Ages 21+ |
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| Blues |
Mr. BLOTTOWebsite
Mr. Blotto was born in Chicago as an off-night vehicle for musicians who loved each others playing but were in different bands at the time. The only rule was that they would only play what they loved. That philosophy continues today and has led Mr. Blotto into unique musical situations.
Mr. Blotto takes the Jam band asthetic into areas unfamiliar to the standard Jam Scene. They have been known to cover entire albums by Led Zepplin and the Who as well as perform entire shows of Country and Reggae. Artists as diverse as the Grateful Dead, the Flaming Lips, Willie Nelson and The Velvet Underground have seen their material interpreted by Mr. Blotto in the 2000+ shows the band has performed in the last 15 years, yet covers only pepper the bands hefty catalog of original material stemming from five studio albums and other unreleased crowd favorites.
Gozer
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| Wednesday, October 29 • 8:30 PM • Ages 21+ |
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| Open Blues Jam |
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| Gand's Pro Blues Jam with The Blue Truth |
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Gand's Pro Blues Jam with The Blue TruthWebsite
Open Blues Jam with an opening set by The Blue Truth. Bring your instrument, your voice or whatever talent you have to jam on stage with the band. Show up early to sign up!
Open Blues Jam with $50 Prize! Website
Reggie's gives $50 to the best jammer Bring your friends to applaud! We will use the official "applause meter" to pick the most popular jammer of the night. Gary Gand hosts this week. Stop in and join us for an impromptu evening of blues, rock, soul and whatever else blows in off the street. Always surprise guests sittin in. SOUTH: Every Wednesday @ 9:00 PM Reggies Music Joint 2105 S. State St. (at 21st) Chicago, IL Guitarists, bass players, harp players, horns, keyboardists - bring your axe. Drummers bring your sticks; high quality amps, keyboards and drums will be provided by Gand Music & Sound. Jammers and soloists are welcome Vocalists - a great chance to try out new material Meet new people, play and hear some great music Network with top players Reggie's Music Joint features new high quality sound systems and lighting by Gand Music and Sound. Support the Blues in Chicago at these weekly events. For more info call Gary Gand at 847-446-4263 ext 135. http://www.gand.com Sponsored by Gand Music & Sound 780 Frontage Road Northfield, IL 60093 847-446-GAND (4263) Illinois musician's favorite independent super- store
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| Thursday, October 30 • 9:00 PM • Ages 21+ • $5.00 |
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| Devils Night Zombie Bash with cash prizes! Cheap Drinks! Horror-ble bands!!! |
The AquaholicsWebsite
YES, SOMEWHERE OUT THERE, THERE IS MAN WHO DRESSES LIKE PEE WEE HERMAN, DRIVES A RAT ROD, AND RECORDS PSYCHO SATANIC SURF! OTHER THEN THAT WE ARE 4 SICK FUCKS HAVIN' FUN FUN FUN!
Stang Stompers
Nuke Mutes Website
The Nuke Mutes began in 2005 as Altered Genes, brain child of the singer George. He and acquired Ryan Horten Heat in high school P.E. while he was pretending he couldn’t swim to avoid swimming in the deep end with a bunch of hair ape-men. George then sought a drummer, unable to find one, he taught his friend from the skate park, Miles “Lost Boy” Bourk. They fucked around for a year playing US hardcore inspired music, gained a very small following, went through a few bassists. Altered Genes became known for their tenancy to throw fake, home made blood at shows, and their drunk front man. They began to play a more horror punk and psychobilly inspired set after about a year and a half.
After Bassist Emma Rowe left, George decided that he would step in and the band would make the switch to a stand-up bass and play psychobilly under the name Nuke Mutes. Now that Ryan Horten Heat could showcase his guitar skills and George forbid the use of powerchords, the band had found their true calling. Soon after Miles left the band leaving George and Ryan without a drummer. luckily, in an anartic safari, ryan and george encountered the allusive red yettie who took up banging the drums for them. and that would bring us up to date.
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| Friday, October 31 • 9:00 PM • Ages 21+ • $5.00 |
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| Halloween Hell Party! |
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Gabba Gabba HeyWebsite
Gabba Gabba Hey – A Tribute to the Ramones
We’re on a mission from God!!! We’re puttin’ the band back together!!!
The only Ramones Tribute band for 6 states in any direction,
or EVER in Chicago (that WE know of, at least!)
Yes, you can hear all of your favorites:
I Want To Be Sedated, Sheena is a Punk Rocker,
Rock’n’ Roll High School, Teenage Lobotomy,
Do You Remember Rock’n Roll Radio
and the most used song in commercials ever:
Blitzkrieg Bop
Iron Horse Website
Motorhead Tribute Band!!
Devils Whorehouse Misfits Tribute Band!!
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| Saturday, November 1 • Ages 21+ • $5.00 |
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| Rock |
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Oso ClosoWebsite
Oso Closo proves that everything really is bigger in Texas. Their lush string arrangements and massive guitar solos are almost as big as burly front man Adrian Hulet's beard. Hulet's soulful vocals and piano are assisted by four alums of the renowned University of North Texas jazz program. The jazz tendencies allow a freedom and spontaneity that one wouldn't expect from a typical rock band.
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| Saturday, November 1 • 2:00 PM • Ages 21+ |
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| Record Breakers In Store!! |
On Again Off AgainWebsite
ON AGAIN OFF AGAIN is an Indie-Folk trio from Chicago with lots of class. These dashingly clad men will leave a catchy tune in your head while you dance your worries away. With a sound similar to Iron and Wine, Elliott Smith, and Weezer, On Again Off Again is guaranteed to brighten your spirit and relax your soul.
Charlie Slick Website
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| Sunday, November 2 • 2:00 PM • Ages 21+ |
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| Record Breakers In Store!! |
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| Sunday, November 2 • 8:00 PM • Ages 21+ • $5.00 |
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| Indie Rock |
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The Hudson BranchWebsite
A Indie/Alternative band with great rhythm. The Hudson Branch is a soothing band from Crystal Lake and their music is a unique sound with instruments played such as the Trombone,Wurlitzer and Bells.
Jadiid Website
Always looking for a way to bring something new and beautiful to a world where neither is noticed often, Jadiid (jAH-deed) was created. Fronted by songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Matthew Boll, this entity seeks to show people to not only listen but create. To not only hear but sing with, to join the choir
Sweet Japonic Website
Sweet Japonic's sound has rapidly matured into an infectious blend of blues, roots, soul and reggae influenced rock music. Matt Young delivers electrifying guitar licks over the solid grooves provided by Ryan Braman (bass) and Roy Wallace (drums), and the addition of Chicago 's Davy Tyson ..board and organ allows for an impressively diverse and robust sound. The nimble musicianship compliments Lucas Wilson's soulful, arresting vocals, creating a sound that is at once familiar and yet new.
I Say Gray Website
I SAY GRAY is newly-formed band from the NWI/Chicago region.With a solid list of cover songs and many great originals, I Say Gray has played at several bars & coffee houses around the region. The band is currently in the process of recording their first album which will show a wide variety of the bands songwriting skills & ability to bring a different sound to each one of their songs.
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| Thursday, November 6 • 9:00 PM • Ages 21+ • $5.00 |
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| Heavy Metal |
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Hail The Black Dragons Website
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| Friday, November 7 • 9:00 PM • Ages 21+ • $5.00 |
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| Punk/Garage Rock |
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The LuminousWebsite
Born out of Grand Rapids, Michigan, The Luminous is a national touring band appearing at various festivals such as Big Ticket Festival, Dirt Fest, and Creation Fest. Bringing back the old-school sounds of punk with a flavor of raw grunge, The Luminous combines positive and purpose driven lyrics with gut punching musical energy.
Factor-4 Website
Factor-4 from Dyer, IN: One of Northwest Indiana's original punk bands. Now Let's go back to 1995. After the final break up of Catch-22 following The Rink show (which ended in a riot with the Merrillville Police Department) Factor-4 was born.
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| Saturday, November 8 • 9:00 PM • Ages 21+ • $5.00 |
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| Metal |
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Smash CorpsWebsite
SMASH CORPS is blend of metal,punk,rock & maybe a few others. We always try to stand out. check us out on buzztv fall 2008. When the recording was done we decided to see how it came across live. The response was overwhelming from new and old fans alike.
Blood of The Tyrant Website
Blood of the Tyrant is a metal quartet from Chicago that strikes a perfect balance between earth-shaking heaviness and elegant technical finesse. Drawing upon a wide array of influences that includes Meshuggah, Black Sabbath, Neurosis and Goblin, Blood of the Tyrant seamlessly combines the drama and melodic intuition of traditional heavy metal with the crushing brutality of the vibrant modern metal scene. Intricate guitar harmonies sit comfortably alongside plodding, doom-laden riffage and chaotic bursts of hardcore-inspired fury, and songs are carefully arranged to have a severe and lasting emotional impact. A maelstrom of progressive and metallic textures, Blood of the Tyrant is not to be missed. For fans of Mastodon, Baroness, Isis, High on Fire, Zombi, Today is the Day and Yakuza.
Cynergist Website
Look up the word "synergy" in the dictionary. You'll find that when synergy is achieved, that the combination of individual forces has made the combined effort greater. Without one another, the outcome wouldn't be nearly as cathartic. In this case drummer Jimmy Ashbaugh, guitarist Blaine Gaiser, bassist Mike McDonald, vocalist Nick Ramey, and guitarist Tony Winters have taken it upon themselves to act as an agent of change; to become that which makes the sum greater than the whole – to become "Cynergist."
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| Friday, November 14 • Ages 21+ • $7.00 |
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CameraWebsite
Drawing from the nervosa of living in a modern society, CAMERA channel their energy into tightly woven tales of age, love, and distraction. CAMERA remain alert amidst the imposed sedatedness of the masses and bring their sounds out from underneath this veil of contempt in hopes of achieving an enlightenment often denied to the underclass of the working world. CAMERA is a triumvirate force utilizing the talents of Ryan Aylward, manipulator of low-frequency oscillations; David Syvilian, the voice of opposed reason; and Joseph Scro, pursuer of rhythm both in life and the artificial alike. Turning paranoia into energy and angst into action, CAMERA prepare to embark upon the general population, instruments in hand; ready to confront mediocrity, conformity, and the threat of drool-inducing entertainment.
radioradio Website
In the spirit of rock rebellion, RadioRadio takes its name from Elvis Costello's sardonic lyrics about the bias of corporate media. This band from Tulsa, OK remains committed to making modern rock music with unusual twists and turns worthy of such a moniker.
Their debut album ‘Watch ‘Em All Come Runnin’ has garnered critical acclaim and found a wide ranging audience. Highlights from the disc include ‘Marathon’ which was in regular rotation for nearly six months at Z104.5 The Edge.
June 2008 saw the release of the tightly knit EP ‘Alarm 1 Alarm 2’ in tandem with a remix of the single ‘BBC’ by world renowned mix-master Mark Needham (The Killers, Pete Yorn).
With influences taken from their formative years, RadioRadio has fused today's rock with heroes from their past. Common ground for the band includes acts like The Call, Joy Division, My Bloody Valentine, STP, Nine Inch Nails, Talk Talk, and U2. The result is a band that is relevant yet unique alongside current acts like The Killers and Snow Patrol.
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| Friday, November 14 • Ages 21+ |
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| Accoustic |
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Jeremy Porter
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| Saturday, November 15 • 8:00 PM • Ages 21+ |
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| HipHop/Raggae/Soul |
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Star People Website
Coming straight out of Chicago… Star People is busting an irie mash-up of reggae organ bubbling, banging hip-hop drums, and soulful vocal harmonies: a new style of urban roots music. The quartet is an outgrowth of the collaboration between emcee/songwriter Cosmos Ray and multi-instrumentalist J-Thermal. With Chris Neal on voice, keys, and saxophone, and Marcus Evans on drums, Star People is an all-star quartet: members of the group also devote creative effort to other acts, including Prefuse 73, Liquid Soul, Capital D, Mr. Greenweedz, The Chicago Drop, Akasha, J-Thermal Jazz Quartet, Family Style, and JT and the Clouds. SP drops indie hip-hop for a new generation. "Cause back in the dayz, we were all Star People…”
Triologic Website
Treologic's songs are unfailingly positive, focusing on friendship, love and good times. It is, says Lance Loiselle, a throwback to hip-hop's earliest days, when MCs were more concerned with getting the party started than earning street cred. "We don't write political songs," continues Loiselle.
The five-piece group, sparked by the energetic vocals of MC Billa Camp, has been laying down a jazz-influenced, upbeat groove since releasing its 2003 debut, "What's the Question." It's a path the band plans on continuing when its latest, "Green Room Memoirs," surfaces sometime this summer.
Rituals / Verbal Balance Website
Rituals & Verbal Balance present
" A Saturday Night Soul Session" featuring K-Love, Khari Lemuel, and Black Orchard. Hosted by Emerald of Verbal Balance.
A Spoken Word showcase by some of Chicago's finest.
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| Thursday, November 20 • 9:00 PM • Ages 21+ • $5.00 |
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| ROCK n Whiskey |
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Cold Cock Jones & the Shithawks Website
Take your favorite blues band and mix it with whiskey and rock and roll. Cold Cock Jones, the man, the myth is a front man for all front men to see with Tremendous vocals backed up by one of the best damn bands in Chicago.
The Sleepers Website
If Jerry Lee Lewis had married Appetite For Destruction instead of his cousin, his kids would've been The Sleepers. Whether it is stranger to marry an album than a cousin is debatable, but the fact that The Sleepers play some lowdown, dirty, rock n roll is not. Coming from Chicago with one foot in the blues and the other kicking the ass of bands that forgot what rock music is, they have created a sound that is at once both familiar and unique. Combining the fire of the MC5 and Clash, the swagger of The Faces and Stones, and the atomic energy of The Stooges and AC/DC, The Sleepers sound is hard to ignore and impossible to forget.
IRock Z Website
Formed in late March 2004. Three members. All in need of women's eyes and booze (give or take the booze part). Lodi Capri - Guitar, Short pants. Danger Russ - Drums, Cigarettes. Trans Am Dan - Bass, Vocals, T-tops.
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| Saturday, November 29 • 9:00 PM • Ages 21+ |
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| Rock/Jam/Funk |
Ultraviolet HippopotamusWebsite
Some say it sounds like rock. Some say it's more like jazz. Still others report electronica, reggae and even bluegrass emanating from the massive orifice of this unpredictable menace.
Voice Box Website
The latest incarnation of Voice box is currently creating /performing it’s third release: At the Speed of Ten Machines; which features the orginal members Bruce Fournier on vocals, and JD Kostyk on guitar, joined with Bob Berg on Drums and Brent Mix on Bass. The band is more intricate, textural, funky, and vocal savvy, and mixes more aggression with mellow melodics. Landscapes, and the people who inhabit them. Sublime and desolate songs which you desperately need to hear. This is Voice box.
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