In quite possibly the weirdest news since Obama started his run for president, the remaining members of the Grateful Dead played an Obama fundraiser together and are considering reuniting in support of his campaign.
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The Transmission staff has put together its second muxtape mix, 12 songs you can listen to right now. We went with the theme of "Chicago," naturally -- songs by Chicago bands or that have the city in the title. Enjoy!
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Do you seldom need to be convinced to go to hear a new band at your neighborhood nightspot? Do you find yourself wandering down every aisle of the record store hoping for a chance at finding a misfiled import? Do you love getting the first crack at a soon-to-be released single from an underground band? Then we want to hear from you!
Gapers Block's music blog, Transmission, is looking for new contributors to help beef up our coverage of all the music that Chicago has to offer. We're particularly interested in contributors to focus on the local hip hop, folk, jazz, blues, classical and electronica scenes to round out our rock coverage.
If you are able to write about Chicago's music scene a couple times a week, plus the occasional feature-length piece, we'd love to have you join us. (Please note: this is not currently a paid position; we're all volunteers here on Gapers Block.) Send three sample posts, along with your full name and your favorite types of music, to transmission(at)gapersblock.com with the subject line "Ready to Rock." Don't delay!
- Anne Holub | Comments (0)
Bouncy, synthy, power-pop hook-slingers Office pop their head up out of their cubicles to play a show at the Empty Bottle this Sunday. The up-and-coming local darlings, who've generated no small amount of buzz for themselves with their appearances at SXSW, are reportedly taking an extended breather for a few month until the release of their sophomore album that’s slated to drop in September. Their local gigs have been few and far between lately, so Sunday’s the night to go and catch them. Supporting them on the bill is the Detroit combo Freer, who are accompanying to promote their self-release debut CD, Secret Chorus. Favourite Sons also open. Show starts at 9:30, tickets are $8.
- Graham Sanford
Hey Kids, we need some swag!
Think you're the one to marry your love of Chicago music with some catchy eye candy? We want you to design our very first Transmission stickers and 1" buttons! We want to get Transmission on your favorite tshirt, hoodie and Marshall stack.
It's up to you to choose how Transmission and Chicago music can fit in a 1" circle button or a B&W or B&W and Red sticker in 4.25"x2.75" or 4.25"x1.38" sizes.
Sticker templates available here.
(4.25"x2.75" or 4.25"x1.38" only)
Button templates available here:
(1" only)
Email your design(s), along with your name and mailing address, to inbox@gapersblock.com by Friday, April 27. The designs will be judged by members of the Gapers Block staff, and the winning entry will debut at our 4th Anniversary Party May 25 at the Hideout! The winner receives, in addition to credit and our esteemed thanks, 10 buttons or stickers featuring his/her design and a $20 gift certificate to Reckless Records (or the record store of your choice).
Good luck!
Now, the legal disclaimer: No purchase necessary. Must be 18 or older to participate, but you don't have to live in Chicago. Members of the Gapers Block staff are prohibited from play, since that would seem unfair. Multiple entries are allowed, however all submitted designs become property of Gapers Block. All contestants acknowledge, as a condition of entry, that Gapers Block has a right to publicize or broadcast the winner's name, character, likeness, voice or all matters incidental herein. All prizes are non-transferable and void where prohibited by law. No cash substitution of prizes allowed. Participants release and agree to hold harmless Gapers Block and its staff from any and all liability for any injuries, loss or damage of any kind to person (including death) and property, arising in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, from acceptance, possession, use or misuse of computers, design software, email software, the resulting buttons or stickers, participation in this contest, or participation in any contest-related activity. Odds of winning depend upon the number of eligable entries received. Winner does not have to attend the party, although we hope you do. If you can't make it, we'll mail the stuff to you -- that's why we need your address.
- Andrew Huff
Let's get ready to rumble! It's Lollapalooza time again! In this corner, we've got jammin' music stages all over Grant Park to the north of Buckingham Fountain, in the opposite corner, we've got equally rockin' stages to the south. But what are you gonna do when you've got a mile between you and your new favorite band? Read on, and get ready to duke it out.
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Read the SXSW Tour Diaries.
Thu Aug 7 2008
El Vez @ Abbey Pub
Thu Aug 7 2008
Bun B @ H.O.B.
Thu Aug 7 2008
Bodies of Water @ Schubas
Fri Aug 8 2008
Jill Scott @ Northerly Island
Fri Aug 8 2008
Carribean Festival @ Union Park
Fri Aug 8 2008
The Silents, The Attraction @ Metro
Sat Aug 9 2008
Carribean Festival @ Union Park
Sun Aug 10 2008
Keb Mo @ HOB
Sun Aug 10 2008
Carribean Festival @ Union Park