As you know, we’ve been exploring the culture of the Battle of the Bands contests and we’ve been keeping a close eye on the contests hosted by Shure and Jansport. And now, we have an special update for you.
Shure and Jansport Battle of the Bands Contest: Which Bands Moved On?
January 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Battle of the Bands: Shure and Jansport Let You Choose Who Will Rock SXSW 2011
November 21, 2010 By 2 Comments
During the Slurpee and 7-Eleven Battle of the Bands earlier this year, we explored how BOTB contests impact the live music experience for bands and fans. And now we’re going to take a look at two more BOTB contests presented by Shure SM58 Microphones and Jansport.
St. Bagu: The Road To Shanghai World Expo
September 19, 2010 By 2 Comments
Back in April, we spoke with Chicago hip hop group St. Bagu and got to know them and the story behind their very first live show. And this week we’re keeping an eye on the guys as they travel to play on the international stage at the Shanghai World Expo as part of Hip Hop [...]
Live Fix Weekly Wrap-Up: Exploding Bands, Manipulated Fans and Camping Out At Lollapalooza
May 23, 2010 By Leave a Comment
St. Bagu: Bustin’ Through Lines One Rhyme At A Time
April 28, 2010 By 3 Comments
Editorial Note: Update on 5/23 from the band after their live show, including a video, follows the interview. When I first listened to the debut EP Lines from Chicago quartet St. Bagu I was drawn in by their fresh approach to mixing hip hop with progressive and dreamy rock guitar melodies. Then as I traveled [...]
