Friday, 15 October 2010 16:07
The Ultimate Elvis Tribute; Live at The Venue - Hammond’s Horseshoe Casino
Written by Roger Reis
"Before Elvis there was nothing." – John Lennon Over one billion albums sold! No solo artist has ever reached the popularity status of Elvis Presley. The power that was in his voice, the friendliness in his show, and the complete musical package was just a masterful presentation. Many have tried…
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The Venue, located in the Horseshoe Casino in Hammond, Indiana, was rocking over the weekend as Chris Isaak once again graced the Chicagoland area complete with his distinctive falsetto, trademark suits, witty humor and of course the well-oiled machine that is his band. Oh, and did I mention his charisma?…
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I'd like to start by stating the fact that sound at Subterranean is not ideal to any band, but the music intrigued me, so I bought an E.P., that was a good sign. Do you remember any of the following; Lucky Boys Confusion, The Insecurities, The Waiting Game, One Life,…
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Friday, 01 October 2010 10:51
Look in the sky! It’s a bird! It’s a man!; Bobby Birdman flies high from Chicago to LA
Written by Kendall Royzen
On September 10th the Riviera Theater was swarmed with Chicago hipsters, preppy wannabees, emo teenagers, intellectuals, and your friendly neighborhood stoners; this might sound like a scene out of a John Hughes film but this was the crowd that gathered to watch Bobby Birdman open for Dom and the headliner…
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Wednesday, 29 September 2010 17:27
Thunder and Lightning with a Chance of Suuns
Written by Justin Sanders
There are some nights that the weather truly sets the mood. Never was that more true than last Tuesday when I went to experience the minimalistic, avant-garde band Suuns. With thunder streaking through the purple night sky, I entered the fabulous Lincoln Hall, where beer prices leave you with an…
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They say that pets look like their owners, and maybe fans look like their favorite bands. Based on the audience at Foal’s Lincoln Hall show, the average fan is an identikit of lead singer Yannis Philippakis ; often quite short, overwhelmingly male and wearing a checked shirt. That’s no complaint.…
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As an ardent, obsessive fan of Pink Floyd, you can imagine how excited I was sitting on my stiff, metal stadium seat, gazing out into the vast space of the United Center arena, where the beginning constructions of a wall stood on either side of the stage, waiting for those…
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Tuesday, 21 September 2010 17:15
The Prince Experience - Live at Hammond’s Horseshoe Casino
Written by Roger Reis
Hammond, Indiana’s Horseshoe Casino is the place to be to have a good time and see some of the best musical performers. The Venue, an auditorium inside the casino, was the setting for one of the best impersonation acts to come about in a long time. The Prince Experience came…
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Even in the post-Lane Staley era, Alice in Chains continues to establish themselves as one of the best and most durable bands from the Seattle grunge explosion. Now, with singer William DuVall taking the reigns, the band takes on a new identity while at the same time staying true to…
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Tuesday, 21 September 2010 01:05
I Saw "Thee Oh Sees" At Shipshape Lincoln Hall
Written by Jonathon Schaff
Lincoln Hall is, hands down, the weirdest concert venue I’ve ever set foot in. And I’ve been to The Fireside Bowl. I made my L.H. debut last Wednesday night for Thee Oh Sees, a garage pop outfit from San Francisco, about whom my roommate had said, “I think I’ve heard…
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The “Hottest Show on Earth” returned to the Chicago area last weekend at the First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre in Tinley Park, with KISS reminding everyone what made them the rock gods that they are. Though the band received strong support from The Envy and The Academy Is, they didn’t need…
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For those who are not yet familiar with Katie Todd, you’re really missing out a very creative and intelligent songwriter, not to mention a highly entertaining and live show. Catchy songs, thoughtful lyrics and unique vocals coupled with an amazing band are the keys to success for any act and…
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Wednesday, 25 August 2010 18:05
Aerosmith - "Bad Boys of Boston" Rock Chicagoland
Written by Ken Payne
"The Bad Boys from Boston” returned to Chicago with a flair and command that could only be associated with Aerosmith. This time taking stage at the Fist Midwest Bank Amphitheatre in Tinley Park, singer Steven Tyler and company delivered a thorough set of classics opening the show with “Same Old…
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