Tag: Chicago Music
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Suburban Sound Syndicate: Bringing Elite Entertainment to the ‘Burbs
Living in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, I generally have to travel to the city for high quality concerts and entertainment. Thankfully, a number of entities have been changing that. One such individual, Josh Denson, started Suburban Sound Syndicate, organizing artists, venues, vendors, personnel, sound, and visual technology in throwing one-of-a-kind events around the suburbs.…
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Summer Camp’s Evolution: The Meaning of Solshine Reverie (Part 1)
This past weekend, I made my way to the memorable grounds of Three Sisters Park in Chillicothe, IL. This has long been the home of Summer Camp Music Festival, since its inaugural two-day event in 2001. Fast-forward to 2024, and Summer Camp is going through something of a rebranding. Now, it’s Summer Camp Presents: Solshine…
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Solar Tide Celebration: Effects Not Limited to the Earth and Moon
It’s never too late to reflect on a lively and lovely affair; a little over two weeks ago, I attended Solar Tide, a two-day event held at the Patio Theater in Chicago, IL on May 10+11. I had an excellent feeling about this occasion, and largely because of my previous experience at Lunar Tide Music…
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‘Bend to the Light’ of the ‘Endless, Dawn’; Rinzen // Sultan & Shepard
After interviewing electronic producer and DJ Rinzen at the end of February and reviewing his latest album, Bend to the Light, at the end of March, I affixed my sights on experiencing his music firsthand. On April 20, I set out to the Concord Music Hall to bear witness to his performance as part of…
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Discourse on Gravity with Shlump and Company @ Bass Station
Shlump knows how to thump. By way of scintillating dub and wicked wub coded in otherworldly frequencies, his beats transport the willing through musical galaxies of tuneful construction. As a matter of fact, that’s how he greeted his audience preparing for liftoff at Bass Station on April 13th as part of his ‘Zero Gravity’ tour.…
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HR Shovenstuff and the Battle of the Bands//DJs Throwing Hands
A good old-fashioned battle of the bands provides an excellent opportunity to discover new music, personalities, and talent. What’s at stake, in this instance? The chance to secure a spot performing at this year’s Solshine Reverie, presented by Summer Camp. The arena for this showcase? The Point, a comfortably slick little music venue in Chicago’s…
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One Last Dance with Minnesota, @ the Chop Shop
When Frisky recommends music, I listen. He knows his stuff. This past Friday, March 22, as I put the finishing touches on an interview I’d been working on for the better part of the week, a text arrived from my guy, Ty. Minnesota at the Chop Shop, was I in? Heck yes, buddy. Apparently, it’s…
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Claude VonStroke Reflections from LaLa Land
It’s enthralling, the emotions that evoke when fantasy and reality intersect. As spectator and supporter, we form an image of an artist’s identity from performances, songs, and sound bites. When face to face, excitement settling for a few moments, one gazes at the energy alight in a person’s eyes. Barclay Crenshaw’s read bright and warm.…
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Exxxcision’s Exxxcellent Nexxxus Christmas Event
“I slept in today, because that’s certainly my way. No need for a checklist, I execute my plan. All I need is a ticket in hand, and I’m off to see the elder of Lost Lands.” Mr. Monger is coming to town, and I’d like to wake up early for Excision. As it turns out,…
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A Night with Zeds Dead
When Zeds Dead tours through Chicago for a trifecta of dates, one picks a night to spend with the world renowned duo. For this story, that selection happened to be Friday, December 15th. Complete with supporting performances from BLXK MNTN, Boyarbeatz, Khiva, and Friction, the night slammed with energy all the way through until the…
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Lunar Tide Music and Arts Festival (Day 2)
The events of day one impressed in such a way that I harbored high hopes for day two’s entertainment. I would not be disappointed. From the moment I entered the building shortly after 8pm Saturday night, energy surged throughout. I could tell tonight was going to be special. As I made my way to embrace…
