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Reaction NYE 2015 beefs up lineup with Porn & Chicken, DJ Zebo and more
[av_heading heading='Rosemont comes alive with Reaction NYE 2015' tag='h3' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] React Presents has just announced additions for their NYE bash in the Chicago area on December 30 & 31. The two day event takes place at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. Additional artists include: Porn & Chicken, live electronica trio Glass LUX, alternative hip-hop trailblazer Show You Suck, goth pop duo My Gold Mask, local underground party collective The Pool House, Greg Corner of JBTV and Kill Hannah fame, the powerhouse DJ duo LIGHT.EM.UP consisting of DJ ZEBO and PHNM, Chicago
Lotus and The Soul Rebels ignite New Olreans funk with Basin to Benin
[av_heading heading='West African groove with an electro adaptation' tag='h3' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] Lotus has released two new tracks hot off the press. Basin to Benin / Tarot showcases the band's depth to produce music with different genres, as well as deliver a progressive electronic rock track to groove to. This progressive project was recorded and mixed at Miner Street Studio in Philadelphia with Matt Schimelfenig. The Soul Rebels horns was recorded by Tim Stambaugh at Word of Mouth in New Orleans. Produced by Jesse Miller and Luke Miller. Stream and download a copy of Basin
Ron Pope + The Nighthawks tour in Europe and across the United States
[av_heading heading='New Video for Bad Intentions by Ron Pope' tag='h3' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] Ron Pope has taken the singer/songwriter world by an acoustic storm. His upcoming project and new album has just been beefed up with a video release for 'Bad Intentions' on The Blue Situation and on YouTube. Listen in to 'Bad Intentions' from their self-titled debut album out on January 8 on Pope’s own label Brooklyn Basement Records. Following his fifth studio album in 2014 and extensive worldwide touring, the Nashville-based musician began recording new material that was written on
Relive Farm Aid 30 with multiple YouTube playlists
Watch live performances featuring: Neil Young, Willie Nelson, Dave Matthews Farm Aid 30 celebrated their annual festival in Chicago at the FirstMerit Bank Pavilion on September 19, 2015. The festival has produced a series of live videos to watch and relive the moments on stage from Farm Aid 30. Since 1985, Farm Aid has raised $48 million to support programs that help farmers thrive, and move forward in turbulent times in agriculture. In 2015, an estimated 27,000 guests were on hand in Chicago for the 30th annual event. Farm Aid 2014 was held at Walnut Creek Amphitheatre, in Raleigh, North Carolina,
North Coast Music Festival | Official Recap Video
[av_heading heading='Look back at Labor Day Weekend with 50,000 people in attendance at North Coast Music Festival' tag='h3' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire | Photos by: Josh Timmermans [/av_heading] North Coast Music Festival has just released their 6th annual celebration of Summer's Last Stand official recap video on YouTube. Take a look back at the energy and excitement surrounding Union Park in downtown Chicago, Illinois from September 4-6, 2015. Map out and plan for a music soaked weekend in Chicago next Labor Day Weekend with North Coast. [av_font_icon icon='ue921' font='entypo-fontello' style='border' caption='NCMF on YouTube' link=''
Chi-raq by Spike Lee reviews gun control within inner city Chicago
[av_heading heading='Trailer release for Chi-raq ' tag='h3' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] Spike Lee’s new movie “Chi-raq” has just released a new trailer. This preview lands just a month ahead of its release. The plot of film centers on gang violence in Chicago’s neighborhoods, as well as a deeper look on the gun control and culture in the city. We find that this film does an excellent job of showing the problems that are taking place in Chicago, without glorying the violence. The city of Chicago experiences a larger than average homicide rate
Amazon Prime Expand Services in San Francisco, Chicago, Orlando and New York City
[av_heading heading='Prime Now Arrives in San Antonio and Offers One-hour Delivery on Select Items' tag='h2' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] Amazon announced last week that they will be expanding services in several metropolitan areas. The company has noted that they will offer faster delivery for Prime members, as well as expanding to new areas of New York, New Jersey and Philadelphia. Larger cities with more infrastructure have seen rapid advancements with delivery services from Amazon. Prime members shopping on Amazon.com can choose from more than a million items available for same-day delivery
SXSW Releases Round One of the 2016 Speakers and Performers
[av_heading heading='Kweli, Gyllenhaal, Powers, Crystal Castles, Boulevards Added to SXSW ' tag='h2' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] The first round artist announcement includes the new incarnation of Toronto electronic duo Crystal Castles, London hardcore punk band Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes, as well as many more talented artists. SXSW Music has extended the application deadline through this Sunday, October 25 at 11:59PM EDT. Filmmakers have until November 3 to get your film in by the SXSW Film late submissions deadline. In addition, the event has also announced speakers including: rapper and Javotti Media
Macklemore and Ryan Lewis ride into 2016 with 16 dates in the United States
[av_heading heading='Macklemore 2016 tour travels to Phoenix, Orlando, Atlanta, Nashville + more' tag='h3' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] Macklemore and Ryan Lewis are hitting the road this winter to warm up cities across the United States. The presale on tickets for these events start on 10/14 at 10:00 a.m. EST. The hip-hop duo kicks off their tour with a Saturday night performance in early January at Comerica Theatre in Phoenix, Arizona. The travel across the states to Austin, Texas and goes for a big month until early February with a shows in
Lettuce has a new album in the works titled Crush
[av_heading heading='Travel coast to coast with Lettuce' tag='h3' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] Lettuce, a blend of New York City musicians, have announced a new album Crush ready for release on 11/06/15. They released 'Phyllis' to stream and preview before the official release in a month on their own record label Lettuce Records. The current lineup hosts a superjam of New York City musicians featuring: Adam (Shmeeans) Smirnoff, Adam Deitch, Erick (Jesus) Coomes, Ryan Zoidis, Eric Krasno, Neal Evans, and Eric Bloom. According to their tour schedule, the band is set to perform at Hulaween on Halloween. Additionally, the band will
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Watch live performances featuring: Neil Young, Willie Nelson, Dave Matthews Farm Aid
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[av_heading heading='Macklemore 2016 tour travels to Phoenix, Orlando, Atlanta, Nashville + more'
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