LOLLAPALOOZA 2011 Headliners and Lineup rumors
Tickets for lollapalooza 2011 went on sale yesterday for $60 and sold out in about five minutes, ridiculous. The next round of tickets is scheduled to go on sale April 5th with a price bump probably up too $90. You’re going to need some serious luck or tech skills to make sure you get in the front of the ticket que. As for who your paying to see, the official lineup will not be released until April 26th, but there is plenty of speculation on the lineup swirling around... Read More
THE INCONVENIENCE PRESENTS: ALBLN IV
Our friends at THE INCONVENIENCE have been putting on stellar shows for years now. So it should be no surprise that their A Little bit Louder Now concert series has been offering up a slew of great music and local talent. The fourth installment is tonight, featuring THE EMBRACEABLES, SERENGETI + ADVANCE BASE, and headliner THE STREETS ON FIRE who are fresh off a couple SXSW appearances. Have a look at their vid for “Astronaut Love Triangle” filled with tattooed girls... Read More
RAW: Natural Born Artists⎢CHICAGO SHOWCASE @ VERTIGO SKY LOUNGE 3.31.2011
RAW:natural born artists is a non-profit organization led by artists who provide independent artists the values of what it is to be in the art, music, film and fashion industries. Whether it’s through seminars, workshops, or internships, RAW provides the benefits of networking from over 22 artistic communities nationwide, while giving the artist a hand at submitting work to be featured in monthly showcased events. Do you think you have what it takes to be featured... Read More
VICE + DELL + INTEL= NOISEY.com
Noisey is a video-driven music discovery platform, documenting the most talented emerging musicians from around the world. Curated by VICE, the site showcases bands and music scenes from over 10 countries. With Dell and Intel enabling the innovative user experience, we’re giving local scenes an international audience, and music lovers the opportunity to discover great bands on a powerful, state-of-the-art digital entertainment channel.” WOW I love it and to tell... Read More
MOBB DEEP | Official queens bridge murderers back again with new single and show scheduled
Prodigy, one half of Mobb Deep, has recently been released from Mid-State Correctional Facility after serving three years in prison. “In October 2006, Albert “Prodigy” Johnson was driving his SUV in New York City with longtime producer and friend Alan “The Alchemist” Maman and after making an illegal U-turn, his vehicle was searched by police. After finding a small pistol in a compartment, the pair were arrested and subsequently released on bond... Read More
DUDES FACTORY
This Berlin design shop is doing fun things in their interactive showroom and shopping experience. Definitely have a look at DUDES FACTORY and all they have to offer. Find out more at WEHEART. // WEHEART // Read More
JAMIE WOON X ROYCE WOOD JR REMIX
I have to admit, I haven’t been feeling the whole remix thing lately, but this may have just restored my love for the genre. And, I love the fact that RCRD LBL calls it ‘soulful dubstep.’ Check it out and let me know what you think… // JAMIE WOON // RCRD LBL // Read More
SIMIAN MOBILE DISCO | MID WEEK SHOW @ THE MID
If your in the mood for some great music and an amazing light show you can still get your tickets to see Simian Mobile Disco tonight live at THE MID with a DJ set from Juan MacLean. I know what your thinking 25 bucks for a show on a Wednesday night well believe me its worth feeling a little groggy tomorrow morning at work, these guys are amazing. The gentlemen from Simian Mobile Disco move around their intense set up of analog and digital equipment on stage like mad scientists.... Read More
Pro sports style: ESPN Mag style issue 2011
Check out what the pros are wearing in ESPN’s annual style issue. 2011′s cover features Chicago homeboy and you knew’s candidate for 2011 NBA MVP Derrick Rose. In his in-shoot interview, D-Rose talks about style in the Windy City “Chicago style is pretty simple, throw on a jacket, hoody underneath, but its all about the kicks man, Chicago people, we really take pride in our shoes”. Other Athletes featured in this years issue include, Miami Heat’s... Read More
PUSH MONTHLY // MARCH EDITION @ BEAUTY BAR
Here it is again, people. PUSH MONTHLY coming at you with their March edition at BEAUTY BAR in Chicago. This month’s lineup features the talents of Leo123 [Dark Party, Old Tacoma Records, NY], Fess Grandiose [C.O.F., The Kimball House], Denmark [Crown Nation], and Zainghis [Down Giant, PUSH]. Hosted by Elevation with a cool sneak at live painting by Sam Rolfes [The Studio, PUSH, Cutz on Cuts], these acts are sure to get you feelin’ swanky and ready to dance. You... Read More
