Monthly Archives: September 2009

Chicago Bluegrass & Blues Festival 2009!

Béla Fleck & the Flecktones, Dr. Dog, Emmitt-Nershi Band, and Eddy “The Chief” Clearwater Gather for Charitable Chicago Bluegrass & Blues Fest. 1 Day, 25 Bands, $35.  The Chicago Bluegrass & Blues Festival will prove to be the next great … Continue reading

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A Superstar Playing in the Subway; Would you Notice?

The story is not a new one, it is from The Washington Post in 2007, but it was new to me and so I thought it should be shared anyway. Do you think that you know talented music when you … Continue reading

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Flaming Lips New Album Can Be Heard Before It Can Be Bought

In the continuation of the new trend of musicians finding different ways of using the internet to their advantage, instead of only letting it drain potential cash away from them, The Flaming Lips have decided to stream the album in … Continue reading

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Local CBB Festival bands collaborate to form: The Chicago Roots Collective

In these tough economic times, it’s hard to find a silver lining.  Local arts especially have taken a hit, and that includes venues and artists alike.  The reality is that local bands across the city are struggling to bring their … Continue reading

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Béla Fleck & the Flecktones, Dr. Dog, Emmitt-Nershi Band, and Eddy “The Chief” Clearwater Gather for Charitable Chicago Bluegrass & Blues Fest. 1 Day, 25 Bands, $35.

“The Chicago Bluegrass & Blues Festival will prove to be the next great landmark in Chicago music culture” – Herschel Concepcion, Jambase.com Chicago, IL – September 5th, 2009. The Congress Theater, in conjunction with Chicago independents Kingtello Presents, is proud … Continue reading

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