Liz Mandeville

LIZ MANDEVILLE & THE BLUE POINTS

Chicago Blues Hall of Fame Master Artist, Liz Mandeville, has been a force of nature on the Chicago Blues Scene for over three decades. Known for her power house voice and prolific songwriting, Liz won both the International Songwriting Contest and the USA Songwriting contests and was named 2008 Blues Songwriter of the year by the American Roots Music Association. Last month she was named to “The Top 40 Modern Blues Artists” list by Alternate Root Magazine.

With her recording debut on 1996’s “Live from Buddy Guy’s Legends,” as a singer with the Aron Burton Review (house band at Blue Chicago for 5 years) Liz Mandeville was a featured artist on 3 other releases from internationally recognized Earwig Music Company. She released 4 CD’s of her own music for Earwig between 1996 and 2oo8. Liz also contributed her talent to Johnny Drummer’s CD, Unleaded Blues and is featured on two Earwig Boxed Sets as well. Liz’s original song, “Scratch the Kitty” from her 2008 Red Top CD spent 22 weeks at #1 on the Cashbox Charts. Most recently, Liz is featured on Earwig’s 2015 release, “Angles Sing the Blues” with Shirley Johnson and Mary Lane.

Liz Mandeville released two CD’s on her own label, Blues Kitty Music and has plans to release a third this year. Her current release, Heart ‘O’ Chicago, is in regular rotation on Stingray Music and SiriusXM. Liz is not only an award winning singer, songwriter & record producer, this year she was nominated for a Jimi Award for her guitar playing, which has been compared to the legendary Chet Atkins and, in some circles she is almost more famous for her washboard playing!

Liz Mandeville has performed in every major blues venue in Chicago, holding down long tenures at Blue Chicago, Rosa’s, Bill’s Blues, Kingston Mines. She’s toured in 11 countries on 3 continents including headlining festivals such as the Durban South Africa Blues Festival (twice) Maastrich Queen’s Day Fest NL, Sasquatch Reunion in Alberta Canada, Chicago Blues Festival, Riverfest NM, and many others. She’s played nearly every state in the lower 48 and Hawaii as well.

VIVIAN VANCE KELLY

DEMETRIA TAYLOR

Ramblin' rose

RAMBLIN’ ROSE

Ramblin Rose: A triple-threat on vocals, blues harp, and washboard (and sometimes flute), Rose is a veteran blueswoman in the Chicago area and has been featured at the Chicago Blues Festival and Chess/Blues Heaven concert series.

CLOVIS MANN

One of the over-arching themes of the music of CLOVIS MANN is evolution. Dan Plourde, formerly of Run Side Down, brings his intuitive complexity to the band as he takes over the bass duties. Having been a friend of the Mann for years, Dan is locked in with Ethan Noordyk’s persuasive percussion to create a formidable foundation. D.P. knows when to float in the pocket, but he is not afraid to add some fury to the mix. Vince Faris, keyboard maestro for funk machine Nuggernaut, is another fresh addition to the fracas. Vince cajoles, tickles, and wrenches notes and tones kicking and screaming from his arsenal of keyed instruments. The bubbly organ sounds add a vintage, smoky patina that elevates the band’s overall intensity. Ethan still continues to wow audiences with his dexterity, ferocious chops, and impeccable taste. Having played over a thousand live shows, he knows how to work a crowd into a frenzy with his bombast and Bonham-like solos. Top it off with Daniel Walkner’s soulful riffs, graceful bends, and slippery slides on lead, bottleneck, and lap-steel guitar and you have a rock solid recipe for greasy groove gumbo

I AM A NATION

IAAN, vintage-modern rock music, hints influences some people have trouble pinpointing. Those who do usually name bands from the early 80’s when guitarists started paying attention to pedalboards and pop songwriting began to blend with the “i don’t care” rock attitude. There is no agenda to save the world; just lyrics about getting through it. We are a group, a small nation we hope to expand, but it all starts with one person. I am a Nation strives to bring individuals together through music to become a nation of lovers and listeners, realists and thinkers, right brain creatives and left brain leaders. Together we are a Nation, you are a Nation, and I am a Nation.

THE BLACK TIE OPERATION

We are The Black Tie Operation. We’ll spare you the hyperbole and instead, tell you that we’re four friends, who play hardcore punk. We love playing music for a hearty crowd that enjoys good old school punk rock. Sing or dance along and we’ll love you forever. We’ll never deny playing a show so long as all the members are available. Talk to us, we’re nice guys.

-TBTO

THE ROARING .22S

O my God. Bio? um… ok. so, Jerky and Nerdy connected through craigslist… i think. They were both looking for some kinda weird, kinky…. well, … anyways, 10 million cases of beer and 18 bass players later, we now have a pretty good band. Nerdy started brewing his own beer that he called “Tit Fucker Fail Ale” and we’ve been friends ever since. In the beginning, we had no idea that Dopey could actually play drums because we played too loud. Once we recorded “Argyle Gargoy…

THE SEXISTS

Definitely not your grandfather’s classical latin zydeco rape metal. Probably not your grandmother’s, either. That being said, The Sexists are nothing like classical latin zydeco rape metal, your grandfather’s or otherwise – and the generalizations stop there. A delightful love attack from behind in four parts, The Sexists combine workmanlike precision with lazy fuzz to create a distinctive rock n roll sound. Hailing from Chicago and all points in between, they are unapologetically sorry for what they are about to do to your earhole. Come see The Sexists live for lively live rock n roll and free investment advice.

SONIC ANGELS

Sonic Angels started out in 2005 with the intention of keeping up the tradition of captivating, melodically inspired and wild punk rock garage bands of the 60s, 70s and 80s. Their first demo was immortalized on a split record with Kevin K, offering two tracks with finely chiseled tunes recorded at the Subsonic. The Sonic Angels are pushed forward by this non stop action duo. As soon as they met they set up Lola Product, and after two years spent inside the Spanish rock scene, they created the Subsonic in Montpellier in 2001, a hyperactive place, with an untamed spirit. At the same time, they set up Speed Records studio and record label.

PINK TORPEDO

Pink Torpedo plays garage rock tinged with dark psychedelia and held together by an abrasive punk rock underpinning.

DEPRAVOS DE LA MOUR

We are a chicago rock and roll garage punk sleaze band. We like charles bukowski and bad things. We are unpleasant, uncouth, lewd and nuts. We got an odor of alley and cigarette butts.

BATTLECROSS

A sonic metal assault that leaves audiences pumped with adrenaline, Detroit’s BATTLECROSS triumphantly return as one of the true champions of American Heavy Metal with their devastating sophomore release, War of Will. Co-Produced at Audiohammer Studios with famed producers Mark Lewis and Eyal Levi, the sophomore effort from Detroit’s newest soldiers of steel will soon prove as one of the most impressive follow-up releases , destined to become a heavy metal classic for fans of all sub-genres. “War of Will triggers a strange Deja Vu while feeling completely brand new” says Levi.

With elements of upbeat thrash, European, death, and southern metal, War of Will brings back the old school thrash, heavy groove, harmonizing guitars, epic guitar solos, dynamic death-style vocals and impressive bass work that made 2011’s Pursuit of Honor a fast favorite. Fans will appreciate another complete, yet more mature brutal assault with contagious hooks and choruses that will guarantee headbangability and the dynamic live show for which BATTLECROSS is best known.

Celebrated for their cross-over thrash/classic American heavy metal image and sound, and relentless enthusiasm for touring, BATTLECROSS entered Audiohammer Studio in March 2013 immediately after a full North American trek with Sweden’s In Flames and a busy 2012. With an impressive list of top notch metal productions, the studio turned out to be the perfect fit for the young band. “The laid back atmosphere, mixed with the ‘deliver or be delivered’ expectations really inspired us to push ourselves to be the best during the production, and it really reflects in the lyrical content as well as the final product.” said Guitarist Tony Asta. “War of Will is exactly what it sounds like, a straight up heavy metal album, but we’ll let the fans be the judge”

Titled to describe BATTLECROSS’ fast and furious climb in the two years since releasing their debut, War of Will challenges fans through its lyrical theme to push their limits in pursuit of their goals and to sacrifice all to overcome life’s obstacles and succeed—a message proven by the band’s quick ascent to breakout status from high-profile tours, heavy radio play, while drawing comparisons to the heavyweights of metal.

War of Will marks the first major session contribution by drummer Shannon Lucas, who contributes an upbeat thrash vibe with his precision and aggression best suited for the BATTLECROSS style. “Shannon is one of the true beasts of metal drumming” said Co-Producer Eyal Levi, “his skills are technically untouchable and combine that with a badass rising star of a band and we have the makings of a crushing record.”

The young band’s career kicked off what every metal musician dreams of: amazing album reviews from Metal’s most respected publications for their 2011 debut on Metal Blade Records, Pursuit of Honor. Metal Assault named the record “one of the most ‘complete heavy metal albums in recent times’ while receiving high praises from heavyweights Revolver, Decibel, Blabbermouth and others. With killer reviews across the internet and in print publications throughout North America and overseas (including band of the month in Metal Hammer Norway and Metal Hammer Spain), it should be no surprise that this blue collar, hard-work ethic that comes from the members of BATTLECROSS translates into a potent force on record as well as a high-energy live performance winning fans across the country on some of the metal’s highest profile tours.

The growing buzz over Pursuit of Honor positioned the band for opportunities that have proven to be stepping stones for what is expected to be a long and exciting career for BATTLECROSS, starting with a spot in a 2011 CMJ Showcase with Skeletonwitch and Kvelertak and the band’s first tour ever, an Eastern U.S. run with Rose Funeral and Diamond Plate. It was during this tour that BATTLECROSS was introduced to North America and became SiriusXM Liquid Metal mainstays with the single Push Pull Destroy, which spent over 30 weeks on ‘The Devil’s Dozen’ and reached the #1 most requested song for five weeks and to date, over two million YouTube views. Throughout 2012, satellite radio introduced singles ‘Breaking You’ and ‘Man of Stone’, together spending a total of 50 weeks on Jose Mangin’s popular Metal Countdown.

BATTLECROSS’ reputation for technical talent, humility and fan engagement earned the band the opportunity to continue their climb with an appearance at 2012 SXSW Metal Blade Showcase; tours with: Hate Eternal and Goatwhore (Winter 2012), Origin, Decrepit Birth, Cattle Decapitation on the Occupation Domination Tour (Spring 2012), Metal Hammer’s Trespass America Festival with Five Finger Death Punch, Killswitch Engage, and Trivium (Summer 2012), a headlining stage appearance at Heavy MTL, opposite System of a Down and high-profile shows celebrating Metal Blade’s 30th Anniversary with As I Lay Dying, Six Feet Under and more.

After a fist-pumping debut, impressive 2012 breakout tours, BATTLECROSS will continue their climb as one of Metal’s most impressive new bands with 2013 appearances at the New England Metal and Hardcore Festival, Orion Music +More with Metallica, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Deftones and Suicidal Tendencies in the band’s hometown of Detroit and the 4th Annual GwarBQ with Municipal Waste and Corrosion of Conformity.

WAR OF WILL releases July 9th, 2013 just as the band heads out for the summer on the Rock Star Energy Drink Mayhem Festival Tour with Rob Zombie, Five Finger Death Punch, Amon Amarth, Children of Bodom, Machine Head, Behemoth, Mastodon and more in what is expected to be the tour and album that will cement BATTLECROSS as an American Heavy Metal heavyweight banging heads for years to come.

KATAPLEXY

Chicago, IL Kataplexy are up-and-coming band to watch for in the brutal death metal scene In 2011 the band released there Extreme Hockey Metal Theme Promo titled “Intermission Zamboni Disfigurement” consisting of three songs which was released independently by the band. The promo was intended to give the fans and death metal community a idea of what we want to sound and accomplish in the scene. The promo was tossed around from local shows to Maryland Deathfest. It was very well received throughout the death metal community. In 2011 the band once again independently released their first-length “Mind Deterioration”. So far has received very positive reviews.

HAL SPARKS

COMEDIAN/ACTOR & MUSICIAN HAL SPARKS WILL BE MAKING A SPECIAL APPEARANCE AND PLAYING A FEW SONGS WITH POVERTY TAX!

WANNABE HEROES

Wannabe Heroes tour throughout Chicago and its surrounding cities using a five piece live band. The Wannabe’s hard-hitting, yet ultra melodic arrangement of sounds energizes their fans in a way that keeps them wanting more. Their music reflects the up’s and down’s of everyday life and the coping with those events using music as a channel to connect, motivate, and inspire those who relate. They make it a personal mission to upkeep hip-hop’s true meaning in an attempt to keep the music and the culture it represents from becoming solely a tool of capitalism. In fact, you can find ALL of Wannabe Heroes music FREE for download at: www.wannabeheroes.net

THE WIRES

MISS CHIFF & SNAKE CHARMER

THE GO DOWN

JUNIOR SMALLS AND THE CRIMINALS

Junior Smalls and the Criminals are a catchy new power pop outfit from the Midwest, fronted by producer John ‘Junior Smalls’ Randall, who is an odd music machine to say the least. With childhood fascinations ranging from The Smiths to NWA; Dinosaur Jr to Public Enemy; Junior Smalls is a musician formed through years of experiences so varied and polarized that even he struggles to understand how they all came together.

RILEY JAMES

After over a decade of playing in various punk rock and hardcore bands, in 2004 Riley returned to his roots and began playing country and folk music in the bars and cafes of St. Louis, Chicago, Kansas City and every little Midwestern town in between. In 2006, Riley self-released his debut album Whiskey, Ramblin, and St. Louis Nights (James Whitlock, Homeset Studios), which contains songs of sorrow and redemption.

RYAN MUMBY AND THE 100 YEAR RAIN

Born from the sweat and blood of determination and obsession, Ryan Mumby and the Hundred Year Rain blends a rich variety of blues styles with its own version of Chicago style grit.

Ryan Mumby has worked tirelessly to master his craft as a guitarist and songwriter for over fifteen years. At times, he’s nearly worn out the pause and playback buttons on his stereo—not just for the sake of being able to master the solos of his guitar idols, like Albert King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, but in order to gain a deeper understanding behind the notes. He strives to capture the heart and soul embedded in the music. Mumby’s ability to play with such feel landed him sit-in spots, at age seventeen, with the likes of Chicago blues musicians Nellie “Tiger” Travis and Andre Taylor. He’s gone on to share the stage with The Steepwater Band and Mr. Blotto.

By age twenty-one, Mumby had formed his own blues trio, which focused primarily on blues standards and related covers, and was playing gigs throughout the state of Illinois. His talent caught the eye of another Chicago-area bluesman, Michael Charles, who recruited Mumby to play in his band. In the five years that Mumby played in The Michael Charles Band, he got the chance to tour Australia, Canada, and the United States, in addition to performing at Chicago’s House of Blues and on JBTV. After a five-year stint with the band, Mumby decided to embark on his own creative vision, where the emphasis was on creating original music steeped in the blues.

In order to create this sound Ryan recruited the rhythm section of brothers Steve and Brian Baxter—on bass and drums, respectively—to lay down a tight groove on top of which Ryan’s soaring solos could take place. The Baxters have been jamming together ever since they picked up their instruments nearly 25 years ago. They have never shied from a genre, experimenting with an eclectic array of music. They joined Mumby, and as a power trio they honed their sound by playing the songs of their heroes, such as Muddy Waters and Peter Green. The band wasn’t satisfied there; they wanted to avoid becoming stagnant, so they began searching for ways to define themselves musically. What followed was an explosion of creativity. From the smokey blues club feel of “Poundin Ache” to the bluegrass/country influenced instrumental “Big Country” the Hundred Year Rain’s originals owe much to their influences without sounding derivative.

Not wanting to rest on their laurels, Ryan and the Baxters recruited guitarist Nick Bellezzo. Nick’s arrival added another dimension to the band’s sound. Whereas Ryan’s playing is firmly rooted in the blues, Nick’s playing is influenced from a number of sources including Jimi Hendrix and Pete Townshend. When Nick Bellezo isn’t satisfied with the tone of his instrument—or when he simply gets bored with it—he does what every guitarist would like to do: he builds a new one. He’s able to fine-tune his sound to compliment Mumby’s, creating interplay between the two guitars that makes for richly layered improvised single and dual solos, one of the band’s live staples.

Ryan Mumby and the Hundred Year Rain has been wowing crowds since December 2010 with an exciting and always growing live repertoire of originals and covers. The band thrives on challenging traditional boundaries, always having one foot in the blues, and the result of their tireless effort shows. They quickly are becoming a staple in the Chicagoland music scene, having performed at the Buddy Guy’s Legends, Double Door, Reggie’s Music Joint and Rock Club, The Elbo Room, Abbey Pub, Hard Rock Cafe (Chicago), and Brauerhouse, among others. If you are a fan of good blues and rock, Ryan Mumby and the Hundred Year Rain should be on your radar for bands to see in 2014!

STEVE BARNES

Steve Barnes debut album Newspaper Ads is a refreshing movement toward what we all want singer/songwriters to be. From the low-fi feel to the flashback affect of his album title, evoking the image of newspapers, a now dyeing art, we think of a time when music was not about one-hit-wonder pop sensations or commercial appeal. Newspaper Ads is a throw back to a classic 90s singer songwriting-style, putting Steve Barnes into a category where the likes of Shannon Hoon and Jeff Buckley have already been. The simple sounds and classic feel of this alt-rock album are both poignant and refreshing.

Steve Barnes gives us storytelling through classic rock sounds and these stories consist of a realized isolation, painting pictures of time, the drifting and waiting of our generation. His lyrics are perfectly prosaic and his simple harmonies work. Tracks like “Snowstorm” and “Roots” offer heated electric guitar solos while a track like “Alone In My Head” offers smooth melodies and definable lyrics. This album flows from one song to the next uninterrupted and creates the soundtrack of a modern man and his guitar, offering blues to country, while referencing some of the greats who have come before him such as Ryan Adams and Iggy Pop.
Newspaper Ads makes you remember when things were simple, where life is a long trip and solitude not tormenting. You find yourself swept away to dusty roads and big skies, where life is spread out before you in all its charm, and beauty and desperation. The honesty and stability and soul that come from Steve Barnes Newspaper Ads can only be the product of a fresh Chicago alt-rocker, new to the scene and ready to make his mark

BEN SCHOLZ’S ELEC-TET

Ben Scholz is a drummer/percussionist who lives and works in Chicago, Illinois. Living in Chicago has given him the opportunity to work with jazz innovators such as Roy Hargrove, Bill Watrous and Aaron Neville.

KNIGHTFALL

Chicago’s Classic Rock Party Band

CANTIQUE

HENRY CLUNEY

HENRY CLUNEY of Sticky Little Fingers

PEARL AND THE BEARD

Pearl and the Beard.. is three voices, one cello, one guitar, one glockenspiel, one melodica, several drums, one accordion, ninety-six teeth, and one soul….. Former strangers Jocelyn Mackenzie, Emily Hope Price, and Jeremy Styles were united in the great city of New York. Each had migrated there from a far corner of the nation with naught but food in their pockets and money in their bellies. Each had the same true love. Since then the three have nested, and their unique brand of brightly melodic songcraft continues to blossom of its own accord….. ..Pearl and the Beard.. loves you the way you’ve always been.

ANNA VOGELZANG

“The Wisconsin troubadour has a penchant for playfulness when it comes to her music; however, when she gets serious, few craft a better folk song.” – The Huffington Post Anna Vogelzang, unavoidably soulful singer/songwriter and newly-transplanted Midwesterner sings the best kind of songs, the ones about feelings. She has shared stages with awesome folks like: Regina Spektor, Franz Nicolay (The Hold Steady), Mirah (K Recs), Wye Oak (Merge Records), Deer Tick, Nat Baldwin (Dirty Projecters), Casey Dienel (White Hinterland), Amanda Palmer, Kyp Malone (TV on the Radio), and tons of other peeps. She also spent some quality time performing as a vocalist with The Dresden Dolls, notably at Lollapalooza 2006 & on NPR’s World Cafe. After releasing her college thesis as a CD and following up with home recordings that sold out of their handmade sleeves, Anna released her 5th album, Paper Boats, on the Slothtrop Music label in April 2010. The record combines the fun, sing-along aesthetic of Anna’s live shows with a professional cast of musicians, resulting in her most cohesive work yet. The record was met with invitations to the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival and National Women’s Music Festival’s Emerging Artist Stages. Based in Madison WI, Anna has been on 9 DIY tours in the last 3 years and plans to keep at it until her 98 Nissan falls apart. Anna is a member of ASCAP. 2010 Falcon Ridge Folk Festival Emerging Artist | 2010 National Women’s Music Festival – Talent Competition Winner | 2010 Folks Fest Songwriter Showcase – Honorable Mention | 2010 Madison’s Favorite Folk/Bluegrass Act – 3rd Place | January 2010 Madison Songwriter Showdown Winner (“Guilt”) “Her voice will blanket you with awe… Do whatever you can to see her live.” – The Deli Magazine “Pittsburgh’s indie-folk scene said goodbye to one of its brightest singer-songwriters when Anna Vogelzang took off for Chicago.” – Pittsburgh Post-Gazette “Anna Vogelzang is one of the promising young female artists who puts her money where her mouth is. This girl won’t stop until she gets the attention she deserves, and believe me, she deserves it.” – Amanda Palmer, The Dresden Dolls “Combine sweet, early-jazz warbling, classic female singer-songwriter acoustics, girl-with-a-guitar aesthetics, and indie-folk quirk (imagine Kimya Dawson if she could really sing) with a dash of slightly angsty girl-rock (Ani DiFranco if she’d mellow out), and you’ll have an inkling of the unique style cultivated by vocalist Anna Vogelzang.” – Brick Weekly, Richmond, VA FOR BOOKING..: please contact booking(at)theanna.com. myspace is whack. way more at ..www.theanna.com

GUMBO GUMBO

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JAW POTATO

Jaw Potato combines a blend of well known tunes with unique instrumentation to create a sound all their own. Playing many different styles of music from rock, disco, funk, reggae and even rap, Jaw Potato consistently throws twists and turns at their audience making each set the band performs different from the last.

The sound that Jaw Potato creates comes from the combination of the experience of the members of the band and the instrumentation and arrangements of the music. Electric violin along with a driving rhythm section and strong vocals give Jaw Potato the ability to tackle songs that most bands wouldn’t even think possible to perform with just five members.

If you have seen Jaw Potato perform you will feel the depth of the styles and the excitement of the grooves but most of all you will remember the fun you had dancing and grooving to the music!

HOGTOWN PACKING CO.

Hogtown Packing Co. was born to bring a modern concept to the high standards of the classic rock sound. Together, eloquent lap steel and slide weave in and out of melodic guitar harmonies, while explosive and expressive bass lines, savvy drumming and polished percussion is used to construct their collection of down-to-earth original creations. They are an ever-changing mix of classic and fresh rockin’ blues with a pinch of Americana and a dusting of Texas metal.

ORGAN YANK

Organ Yank formed in 2007 at Oberlin Conservatory, one of the premier music schools in the world, with the goal of bringing jazz to the people. Organ Yank melds infectious grooves, catchy melodies, and intricate textures into the unique entertainment experience of the century.

Currently based out of Chicago, Organ Yank has been hard at work on their follow up to 2010’s “We Are Organ Yank.” Set to drop Summer 2013, Organ Yank “Hard” will lift spirits and melt faces with its unbridled energy and unparalleled beauty. In short, you will like the way you feel. We guarantee it.

“Songs flowed from a controlled chaos to a smooth and melodious tone with incredible ease.” –The Oberlin Review

“Great energy! I loved every minute of it!”–Pat Martino

“Organ Yank is awesome!”–Ruth Underwood, former percussionist of Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention

“If there ever was a band to embody the term ‘auditory orgasm,’ Organ Yank would be it.” –fearlessandloathing.com

 

THE ROLLING STONES “EXILE ON MAIN STREET”

JIMI HENDRIX “ELECTRIC LADYLAND”

THE WHO “WHO’S NEXT”

THIN LIZZY’S “FIGHTING”

BostonBoston

BOSTON “BOSTON”

Boston is the debut studio album by American rock band Boston. Produced by Tom Scholz and John Boylan, the album was released on August 25, 1976, in the United States by Epic Records. Scholz had studied classical piano in his childhood and became involved in the Boston music scene in the late 1960s. He subsequently started to concentrate on demos recorded in his apartment basement with singer Brad Delp, and although their previous group, Mother’s Milk, had received numerous rejection letters from major record labels in the early 1970s, by 1975, the demo tape had fallen into the hands of CBS-owned Epic Records, who signed the band.

Epic wanted the band to record in Los Angeles with a record producer, but Scholz was unwilling and wanted to record the album in his basement studio, so he hired Boylan to run interference with the label. In an elaborate ruse, Scholz tricked the label into thinking the band was recording on the West Coast, when in reality, the bulk was being tracked solely by Scholz at his Massachusetts home. The album’s contents are a complete recreation of the band’s demo tape, and contain songs written and composed many years prior. The album’s style, often referred to as the “Boston sound”, was developed through Scholz’s love of classical music, melodic hooks and guitar-heavy rock groups such as the Kinks and the Yardbirds.

The album was released by Epic in August 1976 and sold extremely well, breaking sales records, becoming the best-selling debut album in the US at the time, and winning the RIAA Century Award as best selling debut album. Boston’s style was appropriated by label executives and imitated by bands to create radio-friendly “corporate rock”, the creation of which the band was also accused of. The album’s singles, most notably “More Than a Feeling” and “Long Time”, were both AM and FM hits, and nearly the entire album receives constant rotation on classic rock radio. The album has been referred to as a landmark in 1970s rock and has been included on many lists of essential albums. The album has sold 17 million copies in the United States alone and 25 million worldwide.

The Album will be preformed by The Sellouts

I-57 SOUTH

I 57th South is a band that doesn’t fit into a single category. They can shift gears from Cash/Waylon to Buddy Holly/Carl Perkins to Skynyrd/Allman Brothers to Beatles/Springsteen. From the largest city to the smallest town – just like I 57 they travel as far as possible with an Illinois perspective on music.

800 MILE MONDAY

Daniel Payne is certainly no stranger to the life of musical gypsyhood. His savage exploits of rambling and rounding have landed him onto stages, police radars, and detention chambers all over the United States and Europe. He started a solo project to record a few songs and save a few people’s lives- including his own.

BRITT DIGNAN

Chicago native, singer-songwriter Britt Dignan has the ability to capture your heart with his talent for writing meaningful lyrics placed smoothly over his slick Acoustic melodies and impromptu jams. He paints a picture with his folky story telling, soulful rooted voice and extraordinary stage presence, placed a top a high energized passion and love for music!

Joining the midwest music scene in early 2005, Britt has shared the stage with many nationally touring bands and playing a plethora of well known Venues and establishments. He has become an accomplished Singer/Songwriter throughout the Midwest and its surrounding states. Also taking part in his share of touring and multiple projects over the years. His band is made up of some the finest musicians in Chicago and has the benefit of having many guest musicians at any given show.

His first full length album “Ordinary Life” was released in late January, 2014 and has concert goers of all ages raving over his fresh southern folk style and old timey blues jams with a jazzy twist. You will find yourself singing his catchy songs over and over again. Such as, “Friendly Neighbors”, Get’s You High”, and his hit single “Lover’s and Sinners”. Britt Dignan was voted “Chicago Deli Magazine’s, Artist Of The Month” August 2014, and plans to release another album in late 2015.

 

BRIDGES OF KONIGSBERG

Hailing from the northwest suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, Bridges of Königsberg was born in 2009 from the minds of frontman Paul Petrosyan and guitarist Matthew Brakel. With the recruitment of drummer Aaron Krause and keyboardist Beth Hoffman, Bridges of Königsberg came into being as a skillful and capable four-piece group. Blending elements of rock, electronica, and a number of obscure genres, We Have Many Faces (EP) was released in June of 2010 and demonstrated the bands diverse sound and emotional range. Ever since the initial release Bridges of Königsberg have been playing shows and writing new material. Their debut full-length, The Five Colors, was released in December of 2011.

THE PAVER

The Paver blends strong female and male vocal work with electric cello, electric violin, synth and drums to create an explosion of sound and melody. Throw in their aluminum bass and you get a sound that really resonates. With their brand new EP and their live shows reaching newer heights, The Paver will blow both your face and mind off right off.

DOC’S DELOREAN

A live band bringing you a mash up of recording era classics and original hip-hop, this modern-day re-interpretation of pop music will take you to the past, and back again.

GLEN MATLOCK

Glen Matlock needs little introduction. As well as penning arguably the most famous punk song ever, Pretty Vacant, Glen wrote the music to the Sex Pistols classics, including Anarchy In The UK and God Save The Queen, creating the benchmarks for any aspiring rock band. The Sex Pistols reunions have given the world the chance to see Glen reaffirm his rightful position as the cornerstone of the Pistols music. However, the Sex Pistols represent only a fraction of what Glen has achieved. His next band, the Rich Kids, put out one of the most influential albums of the late 70s, Ghosts Of Princes In Towers, packed full of rock ‘n’ pop gems. Working with Iggy Pop, (who recorded Glen’s song Ambition), during the 80s, kept him in the limelight and at the top of his game.