Concert Preview: Phish To Host Benefit Show, Live Webcast for Vermont Flood Recovery

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Continuing our exploration of Phish and their live show experiences, we’d like to share news about the band hosting a special show at Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction, Vermont next Wednesday, September 14th. The show will be supporting those communities impacted by flooding caused by Hurricane Irene. Here’s what Phish keyboardist Page McConnell had [...]

Concert Preview: Get Ready for SXSW 2011 Music Festival!

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Celebrating its 25th year, the South by Southwest Music Conference kicks off tomorrow, March 16, and blazes its way through Sunday, March 20. It’s five crazy days of live music, panel discussions and industry trade shows. Over 2000 musical acts from 61 countries will perform on 90 stages across multiple venues in and around downtown [...]

Concert Preview, Free Downloads for Tomorrow Never Knows 2011

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Starting today and going through Sunday January 16th, Tomorrow Never Knows 2011 will be rocking Lincoln Hall, Schubas and Metro. Here’s the lowdown and some free downloads to get you ready for the show.

Concert Preview: NIGHTS Record Preview Show at Schubas

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We’re kicking off our live music adventures this year by heading out to Schubas for a special record release party hosted by Chicago-based ensemble NIGHTS.

Concert Preview: GigMaven Chicago Kick-Off Show At Subtereanean

We recently explored tools to help independent artists launch their DIY career and grow their fan base through touring. And now, we’d like to share news about GigMaven, a free website that helps artists find venues and book gigs at several of our favorite Chicago venues including the Empty Bottle, Congress Theater, Double Door, Lincoln [...]

YMTE Live: A Super Mega Ultra-Fun Holiday Show!

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Remember that cool Chicago podcast we told you about called You Me Them Everybody (YMTE)? Good. Cuz they’re at it again tonight. And they have a full line-up of live music, movies and fun holiday charity stuff going on at the Hungry Brain. Read on, if you know what’s good for you.

The Second City Hosts 24-hour Charity Concert “Letters To Santa”

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On Tuesday December 14th, for the ninth year running, The Second City will host “Letters To Santa” to benefit local Chicago families on Christmas Day. Here’s the low-down on how you can join the fun and spread holiday cheer during the 24-hour marathon event of live music and improv comedy.

Weekend Preview: Chicago Bluegrass and Blues Festival, The Roots, St. Bagu, Free Downloads

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You ready to rock and get your groove on this weekend? Good, cuz we got the goods to get you going, and keep you nice and toasty warm with tons of free downloads, The Chicago Bluegrass and Blues Fesival, The Roots, St. Bagu and more.

Concert Preview: Freelance Whales at Lincoln Hall

Tonight at Lincoln Hall, New York-based quintet Freelance Whales will bring their alluring and blissfully eerie mix of folk, electronica and orch-pop to the Windy City.

Concert Preview: Why Grinderman Will Rock the Riviera Tonight

As I mentioned in the weekend concert preview, I’m stoked about the Grinderman show tonight at the Riviera in Chicago. And to celebrate my excitement, I’d like to share with you a special video.

Weekend Concert Preview: Top Shows and Free Downloads

As we wrap up another fantastic week of exploring and celebrating live music, I’m still in awe of what my fellow concert fans accomplished with their amazing Rocktober Challenge. And now, it’s time to see what’s in store for us this weekend with another exciting Friday edition of top shows and free downloads to get [...]

Weekend Concert Preview: Rhymefest, Wrecking Ball Punx Fest, Waco Brothers

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It’s Friday my friends, which means it’s time to see what’s going on in Chicago’s live music scene this weekend…

Concert Preview: JC Brooks and The Uptown Sound

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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

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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 [...]