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Artist Fri Jun 22 2012
JC Brooks & The Uptown Sound Are True "Up and Comers"
Last night, while they kicked off this year's Gospel Fest in Millennium Park, neo Soul rockers JC Brooks and the Uptown Sound (Bloodshot Records) were being honored by eMusic and the American Association of Independent Music (A2IM) at their inaugural A2IM Libera Awards ceremony. The awards (dubbed the "Libbies" for short), "recognize the growing support and market share for independent artists by celebrating the accomplishments of independent musicians and the independent labels and services that support them." eMusic's community of members honored the band by overwhelmingly voting for them as their choice for the "Up and Comer" award.
In a press release, eMusic Editor-in-chief J. Edward Keyes said, "We're excited to be able to give eMusic Members a voice through the Libbies. It's not surprising that JC Brooks and the Uptown Sound were the artists to win this award. We've long been known for our active community of jazz fans and blues enthusiasts. While the competition was stiff, this group is truly an up and comer to be celebrated."
Congrats, fellas!
JC Brooks & The Uptown Sound play Fitzgerald's in Berwyn on June 30 for the 32nd Annual American Music Festival, before embarking on a national summer tour. They return to Chicago to perform at Lollapalooza on August 4, 2012.