Music fan fantasies are complex. They can help us cope with life, or they can keep us from facing reality. So what happens when Rock ‘N Roll Fantasy Camp give fans the chance to live out our rock star dreams live in concert? Digg Digg
UPDATE: Live Interview with Chicago Rapper Lupe Fiasco on Vocalo.org
November 23, 2010 By Leave a Comment
One of my favorite live performances in the last few years was seeing Lupe Fiasco at Lollapalooza in 2008. I had seen him the year before in 2007, and what made Fiasco’s set such a jaw-dropper was witnessing his maturation and evolution as a live performer.
Livestream Event: Cee-Lo Green Talks Lady Killer, Gnarls Barkely, Las Vegas Show Dreams
November 12, 2010 By 1 Comment
I haven’t quite figured out why, but one of my favorite songs of the year is Cee-Lo Green’s “F*ck You,” the lead single from his latest album The Lady Killer. And today in an interview with the Associated Press on Livestream, Green will talk about the album, the hit track and his personal ambitions related [...]
Recreate My Night Evolves Fan Experience with David Guetta Concert Memories
November 11, 2010 By 3 Comments
Earlier this year we explored Recreate My Night to see how the new interactive site made the concert experience more social by allowing fans to upload and share concert memories through Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Now, let’s see how Recreate My Night updated the experience by featuring star DJ/producer David Guetta.
Concert Preview: Keys N Krates Unlocks The Art of Live Remixing
November 8, 2010 By 1 Comment
We’ve explored the role that DJs play in the community of groove and what gifted turntablists can do when they innovate in a live setting. Now, let’s dive deeper into our exploration to discover how Toronto-based remix trio, Keys N Krates creates new rhythmic palates and musical canvases via the real-time remix.
Weekly Wrap-up: Haunted Chicago Venues, Free Downloads, Hot Retro Soul Bands, Live Concert Art, Cut Chemist and Rhymefest…
October 31, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Ever wonder what really goes on inside the minds of bands and your fellow fans? Ever wonder what everyone is saying to each other when the music is so loud that all you can see is the mouths moving but can’t make out the secret messages the artists on stage or fans next to your [...]
Concert Preview: JC Brooks and The Uptown Sound
October 28, 2010 By 1 Comment
During the Gapers Block Anniversary party we had the pleasure of taking in the live show of Chicago retro-soul band JC Brooks and The Uptown Sound. The concert was sweaty, swingin’ and soulful. And good thing for you is that they’ll be at it again tonight and Friday. But first…
Secrets of the YMTE Podcast Revealed: Brandon Wetherbee Seeks Illegal Job Offers
October 25, 2010 By 1 Comment
We’ve had fun following the adventures of our friends over at the YMTE (You, Me, Them, Everybody) podcast. We had a great time during their live show earlier this year with White Mystery. Well, they’re at it again. And we have a special interview to get you ready for their “Halloween” show featuring guest authors [...]
Loyal Slayer Fans Armed With Scalpels At Live Shows?
October 15, 2010 By 1 Comment
It is true that metal fans are often crazier than the band? Are metal fans more prone to behaving badly than other concert fans? Let’s start the weekend off right and see if this is true by looking at how a Slayer fan used a scalpel at a live show.
Concert Preview: FM Supreme Debuts New Project EP At Beat Kitchen
October 12, 2010 By 2 Comments
Tonight at the Beat Kitchen, Chicago emcee/activist/poet Jessica Disu (aka FM Supreme) is debuting her latest release The FM Supreme Project EP. Back in 2008, I had the pleasure of discovering her during an electric performance at Decibelle Festival. And to get you ready for the show this evening, we spoke with her about the [...]
The Chance To Be Who I Am: An Interview with Mishon
August 17, 2010 By Leave a Comment
You already know how good Prince’s tribute during the BET awards was. And we all know the creative development that Prince went through over the course of his career. Now, I’d like to introduce you to Mishon. The 17-year-old R&B/Rap artist and actor has been wowing audiences since he was seven years old and 10 [...]
What Are Woodstock’s Most Important and Surprising Artifacts?
August 12, 2010 By 3 Comments
Last year Woodstock celebrated its forty year anniversary. And this summer, The Museum at Bethel Woods is inviting all Woodstock attendees and 1960s enthusiasts to be part of preserving history for generations to come. Without a doubt, Woodstock is a major turning point and defining moment in the history of live music. But what do [...]
