10/28/2010  Mid Life Crisis
Mid Life Crisis (MLC) was formed in 2006 in Vernon Hills, Illinois by a group of rock ’n’ roll diehards. Since that time, the quintet has been playing steadily throughout the Chicagoland region. MLC has quickly evolved to become one of Chicagoland’s favorite dance and party bands. Playing an eclectic mix of upbeat rock, the band is known for its high energy shows that keep the audience dancing and singing throughout. The band plays only the best music from the 60’s to today, Beatles to Green Day, Bon Jovi to Weezer and guaranteeing a good time for everyone at every show. The band is also excited to announce the release of its original single, “Born in the Summer of Love”, now available on iTunes.
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10/29/2010  Lee Brice
When “Love Like Crazy” was released to radio stations in August 2009, Lee Brice had no idea how long it would take for the song to hit its stride. It’s now been on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart for 53 weeks — that’s more than a year that it’s been in circulation, and it’s still on the move in the Top 5. That longevity is so rare that only one song has ever lasted longer on the country chart: Eddy Arnold’s “Bouquet Of Roses,” which began a 54-week run in 1948. This sounds absurd, but only until you remember what makes Lee’s debut CD, Love Like Crazy, one of the strongest debuts in any genre over these past several years. That’s when you realize that if anybody can make this happen, it’s this young man from backcountry South Carolina. His voice, his sound, even his wide-open grin are as country as they come – but his view of life is much broader than that. Brice's voice, his sound, even his wide-open grin are as country as they come. After playing football at Clemson, Brice made his way to Nashville where he spent a good portion of his time songwriting. Lee has stretched beyond Music Row with "Beautiful High" for the rock group Sister Hazel, with Stan Lynch of Tom Petty's Heartbreakers and Hazel's Drew Copeland as Lee's co-writers. Tickets are on sale now at www.ticketweb.com
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11/05/2010  Jackson Rohm
Our favorite acoustic guy, Jackson Rohm, will be joining us again for an exciting night of music! With his own original music mixed with his awesome ability to cover songs, Jackson Rohm will keep you singing along all night. What was originally thought of as a hobby, Jackson has turned into quite an impressive career, using his personality, life experiences and commanding stage presence.Now, Rohm has made 6 albums and has played over 2,000 shows in his career. In a time when most musicians struggle to make a living without the aid of a big advance from a record label and a team of agents, promoters and publicists, Jackson has found his niche and thrives in this tough environment. “Being an independent artist is great because I’m free to record any genre of music that I choose,” adds Rohm. “I don’t have record execs breathing down my neck about putting out music that they deem to be marketable and thrives in this tough environment. “Being an independent artist is great because I’m free to record any genre of music that I choose,” adds Rohm. “I don’t have record execs breathing down my neck about putting out music that they deem to be marketable."
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11/06/2010  Hairbanger's Ball
Complete with the monster hair, the tattoos, the leopard print spandex, pyrotechnic masterpieces and all the make-up you can handle, HBB has quickly grown into one of the most "Off the wall" live music acts touring the country today. As the name itself suggests, HAIRBANGER'S BALL is not just a band. It is the wildest party coming to a rock shop near you. We are not exaggerating when we tell you that this six piece is blowing the roofs off of large clubs and venues both figuratively and literally. If you've seen it or know anyone who has already experienced it, HBB looks and sounds just as good, if not better than the original recording artists themselves. It RAWWWWWKS! Whether you wanna hear Guns N' Roses, Def Leppard, Van Halen, Twisted Sister, Warrant, Skid Row, Mötley Crüe or the rest of the Hairbanger's Hall of Fame, HBB gives you the best of it all. "Break out your acid washed jeans or parachute pants ... Oh, don't lie. We know you had a pair." This is not just some knock-off 80s cover band or some haggard old tribute band struggling to keep the flame of one band's legacy flickering. Bar none, HBB is the biggest rock show / party on the road today, and it is one of the few times you will be able to see your average yuppie consultant throwing back a round of shots with the hardcore metal-head who works on an assembly line across town. Whether you are 21, 25, 30 or 40 years old, HAIRBANGER'S BALL is a chronic party on maximum overdrive. Tickets are available at the door the night of the show.
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11/13/2010  Hi Infidelity
Hi Infidelity is a cover band from the Chicago area, playing music of all types, but mostly from the 80s Classic Rock/Arena Rock period. Journey, REO Speedwagon, Bon Jovi and Boston to name a few. For six consecutive years, the band was voted as the Best Rock Cover Band and vocalist Dave Mikulskis was voted as Best Vocalist in Suburban NiteLife Magazine's Best of the Burbs contest! Going to a Hi Infidelity show is a total concert experience from start to finish, with a wide variety of songs and fans. Not only do they cover the classics but are currently playing new music like Daughtry, Nickelback, Buckcherry and Train. The band prides itself on recreating the songs as you know them. If you love great vocals, the 80s classics and the best new music, stop in for a show and you'll see that Hi Infidelity has really got it covered!
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11/19/2010  Steel Magnolia
Steel Magnolia, who first emerged on the country scene with their hit “Keep On Lovin' you.” have come a long way since their days on CAN YOU DUET. 2010 has been a whirlwind year for Meghan Linsey and Joshua Scott Jones, the duo that comprise Steel Magnolia. So far the rising stars have broken a decades-long Billboard record and earned a million downloads of their Top 5 break-out hit, “Keep On Lovin’ You.” With national media performances and profiles ranging from Lopez Tonight to CBS Early Show to USA Weekend to People to the Associated Press, Steel Magnolia has earned acclaim from fans and critics alike for their unique vocal blend and passionate performances.   In fact, Steel Magnolia was honored with two 2010 Academy of Country Music Nominations for both Vocal Duo of the Year and New Vocal Duo of the Year.  Additionally, Steel Magnolia was nominated for two 2010 CMT Music Awards for their hit video, “Keep On Lovin’ You.” Steel Magnolia will will release their self-titled debut album on September 21st. The album includes Steel Magnolia’s smash hit, “Keep On Lovin’ You,” as well as their brand new single, the sweeping power ballad, “Just By Being You (Halos and Wings),” which is currently a Top 5 highest-streamed video on CMT.com and rises to #41 this week on the Billboard Top Country Songs Chart. Tickets for this show can be purchased by getting a ticket for Easton Corbin. Tickets are on sale now at www.ticketweb.com
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11/19/2010  Easton Corbin
This fresh face just 6 months ago was an up and coming new country artist. After his single, “A little more country than that” came out, we'd say he's not up and coming anymore. He's there. Growing up fishing and farming on his Grandparents farm, Easton Corbin knows country. After learning to play guitar at age 15, and moving to Nashville shortly after getting married, Easton's music ended up in the right hands at the right time. His first single, “A Little More Country Than That,” which was written by Rory Feek, Don Poythress and Varble, paints a picture of rural life that speaks to Easton’s small town sensibilities. “Even though I didn’t write it, this song identifies who I am,” he says. “It shows character and that’s important where I’m from. You learn to say ‘yes, ma’am’ and ‘no, sir,’ and to open the door for the ladies.” Now that his life long dream is upon him, Easton says he’s ready. “I just want to make great country music,” he says. “Just the opportunity to play music for a living is a great thing. I’m just thankful to have the opportunity to do what I’m doing now.” Steel Magnolia will be opening the show. Tickets are on sale now at www.ticketweb.com
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11/20/2010  Cory Morrow
An Austin legend, by way of Lubbock and his native Houston, Cory Morrow has been a consistent fixture on the Texas Country scene – establishing himself as a pioneer of the growth of the Lone Star State’s brand of Country music in the past decade. Now married and actively touring with a new band, with a renewed outlook on his life and career, Cory is set to release the latest volume of Red Dirt poetry in his musical tapestry. In seventeen years, Cory Morrow has released nine full-length albums and an EP in Spring 2010, selling over 200,000 records, and has entertained audiences across the United States. His latest full-length album, Brand New Me, will be released August 31, 2010, on APEX Nashville/Write On Records. The album’s sound is anchored by the solid musicianship of Cory’s band – drummer Clint Litton, bassist Steve Cargill, keyboardist Jeff Bryant, and legendary lead guitarist John Carroll. Maines (steel guitar) and Brendon Anthony (fiddle) also added their own musical styling to the album. Tickets are on sale now at www.ticketweb.com
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11/27/2010  The Last of the Duke Street Kings-Michael McDermott Performs the Songs of Bruce Springsteen
Michael McDermott is rightfully considered to be one of the greatest songwriters of his generation, with an immense catalog of cinematic and beautiful songs. His songs are often marred with questionable outcomes in life and love, with his romantic optimism worn on his sleeve… the stand-off can only go two ways. His music is a bit lonely with minimal instrumentation, but his recordings add tasteful accompaniment for full translation. Lyrically, McDermott takes you all over the map, from the farthest point from Heaven to a sentimental walk through Chicago at night, where his troubles began. Growing up in Chicago gave him the blue collar grind that leaves you no choice but to accept your place and get to work on whatever it is you can do. Michael McDermott’s previous releases include his 1991 debut 620 W. Surf, which featured the hit “A Wall I Must Climb,” 1999’s independently released Bourbon Blue and 2004’s diverse Ashes that included “Everything I Got” which found its way to AAA radio stations across the country. This Chicago-based artist has also headlined on nationally syndicated radio programs World Café, Acoustic Café, Woodsongs and Studio C. He’s also shared the stage with artists ranging from Van Morrison , Aimee Mann, Seal, the Wallflowers, among many others. Tonight's show features all of the great classics of Bruce Springsteen, so it is guaranteed an amazing time with songs everyone will know! Tickets for the show will be on sale for a special pre sale price of $12, advanced price of $15, and day of show will be on sale for $18. Don't miss this awesome show. Tickets are available through Joe's. You can purchase through www.joesbar.com (CLICK ON THE EVENTS TAB) with a credit card, or come into Joe's with cash. Presale tickets on sale for only $12 from now until September 1st!
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12/03/2010  Rachel Timberlake
Rachel is a sassy, high-energy bombshell that puts on an “in your face” Rockin’ Country show!  Selected as one of the nation’s top 64 unsigned artists by CMT, she puts on electrifying performances.  Many describe Rachel’s style as that of mid-western rock with a country twist, which obviously creates a very unique sound.  Working in Nashville with producers Danny White and Chuck Howard on her debut album and music video respectively, she is anxiously awaiting the release of both!  In a flurry, Rachel has quickly stormed across the region, with her career highlight thus far being her knockout performance during this year's CMA Fest in Nashville!  No matter where the show, her exhilarating performances leave the crowds wanting more!  Her music career has been in high-speed, and things are happening fast. She has stormed onto the Nashville scene, and is on the fast-track to doing something great!  Tickets are on sale now at www.ticketweb.com
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12/03/2010  Jake Owen
What's to be said about Jake Owen that hasn't already been said? Country superstar hunk, CMA and Grammy Nominations in 2008, 2 CMT Music Award Nominations in 2009, and a ACM Top New Male Vocalist Nomination. In the past three years, Jake's racked up plenty of reasons to believe in himself and the creative direction he is taking on 'Easy Does It.' The journey began in 2006 with the release of his debut album on RCA Nashville, Startin' With Me. His collaboration with Sugarland and Little Big Town with “Life in a Nothern Town” helped with several of his nominations. Not to mention is hits “Eight Second Ride,” and “Yee Haw.” "My main goal with this album was to make music that's not overdone or over thought," Jake explains. "I just went in the studio and sang. I'd sing the song from start to finish a couple of times and then leave because there was no doubt in my mind that I'd done the best I could do. Whether it's perfect or not, it's who I am." Come join Jake as he sings hit after hit including his recent single, “Tell Me.” Tickets are on sale now at www.ticketweb.com http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=3182525
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12/09/2010  Josh Thompson
Josh hit the country music scene with a bang last year with his breakout hit, “Beer on the Table.” The song went on to become a Top 20 hit for the Wisconsin native, and his current single, “Way Out Here” (also the title track of his debut album), is following hot on its heels. Both songs, along with the other eight tracks off WAY OUT HERE, were written or co-written by the singer who began dabbling in songwriting nearly 10 years ago. Before the release of his own album, Josh was best known for penning the title cut to Jason Michael Carroll's latest album, "Growing Up is Getting Old." The song was one of several played for Sony Music Nashville execs by pluggers at Josh's publishing company, and their reaction to his voice and the strength of the songs earned him a meeting with label chief Joe Galante and A&R head Renee Bell. "I played them four songs," says Josh, "and an hour or so later Renee called and said, 'How would you like a record deal?' I said, 'Are you serious?' She said she was, and after the screaming was done, I said yes." Tickets on sale now at www.ticketweb.com
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