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Resurrection Larry – Chicagoland’s Newest High Energy Power Rock Band

admin — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 14:40:43 +0000

Named in homage to the legendary Chicagoland hitch-hiking spirit Resurrection Mary, Resurrection Larry combines their own musically inspired tunes with today’s top hits and select classic rock covers from bands such as the Doors, Allman Brothers, Pink Floyd, and Deep Purple.

Described in the Chicago Tribune as “Pink Floyd vs. Led Zeppelin in a bar fight on Mars”, Resurrection Larry blends complex arrangements with memorable tunes and lyrics to please the most jaded rock fan. The band’s philosophy is centered on the show which includes interacting with the crowd. Their performances are not about big egos or strutting (unless requested).

Rocking Midwest Festivals and the best Chicago clubs since 2007, Resurrection Larry delivers powerful bass and percussion, throw-back lyrical vocals, gravel-crunching organ sounds and classic-soaring lead guitar work.

For Big Sound, Big Show and a Big Party at your Club, Bar, Event or Festival

Myspace.com/resurrectionlarry555

resurrectionlarry@hughes.net

815-634-2662

Jeff Dale Comes Back to Chicago

admin — Fri, 15 May 2009 11:51:42 +0000

If you find yourself close to the city on June 13th, check out Jeff Dale

Jeff Dale was born and raised on the south side of Chicago and was taught how to play the blues by two itinerant blues musicians from the west side when he was 13 years old. Jeff soon turned to blues songwriting and performing and eventually his travels took him to southern California where he hooked up with the Blue Wave Band, playing with them and releasing two albums of Jeff’s original songs until 1988 when Jeff disappeared.

Saturday June 13th
9:30 pm
BILL’S BLUES
1029 DAVIS STREET
EVANSTON IL 60201 847-424-9800
*Beer/Wine/Sandwiches *$10 Cover

Mystify The Band Rocks Chicagoland

admin — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 21:31:29 +0000

MYSTIFY is a versatile trio with 75+ years collective Live performing experience. They are on the relentless mission of doing what they love,making LIVE ROCK MUSIC available to the people who appreciate it.

They choose their material to showcase their wide vocal ranges and take pride in their well rehearsed harmonies.

The diverse variety of music captures the attention of the audience….The key to keeping them wanting more, and wonderingwith excited anticipation, as to what will be played next.

This sets MYSTIFY apart from other bands. Serious dedication to performance and rehearsing new material is definitelyapparent when you experience the live magic of this rock power trio.

See Their Band Bio page for more details.

Featuring Songs by Cheap Trick, Brian Adams, The Outfield, Hendrix, Zeppelin, U2, Bad Co., Rush, Grand Funk, Jet, Los Lonely Boys,

Joe Walsh, Stevie Ray, Kansas, Seger, Clapton, Fleetwood Mac, Originals and much more!!!

Check out Mystify’s official website at MystifyTheBand.com.

The’re excited to finally be online! and hope to see you at one of their upcoming live shows. As always…Thank you all for supporting Live Music!!!

Here’s Mistify’s Upcoming Shows

Aftermath

admin — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 02:12:11 +0000

Born and raised in the Chicago Suburbs, the musical powerhouse group called ‘Aftermath’ is all about good friends playing GREAT music. As a concept bred by Dru Ruger and Jesse Schramel- Aftermath was in a developmental stage making music for a rough year and a half before recruiting the talented and long time friend- Zack Mayfield on the bass guitar. Zack brings a hard hitting jazz and classical style tune to Dru’s tough, catchy and metal oriented guitar riffs and Jesse’s Grungy-blues vocal style. After a year of laying down music, Aftermath had searched for the final piece to the puzzle. Brian Dietrich was brought into Aftermath with his ‘Speed-metal’ and earth pounding knowledge on the drums. With an undying love for the hard-hitting and ear snagging music in the industry, Aftermath pushes to bring the top of the line space filling music that will, without a doubt, grow to unbelievable levels in the music world.

Eleven Eleven

admin — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 14:17:11 +0000

A three-piece powerhouse of the classic style: bass, drums, guitar. We pride ourselves as a no-frills rock band that performs contemporary music such as Tom Petty, Big Head Todd and the Monsters, The Black Crowes, as well as the classic icons: Jimi Hendrix, Cream, Joan Jett, Humble Pie…and the list goes on.

With the flexibility of three vocalists we can diversify our show to keep it both entertaining and energizing for the audience.

Whether you have a club, festival or private party, eleven/eleven will deliver…BIG TIME!

Jack Lukas/Guitar & Vocals

John “JC” Clevenger/Drums & Vocals

Deb Altman/Bass, Vocals and an Occasional Cowbell

Guitar Modifications From Buck

admin — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 06:15:26 +0000

Buck has been playing guitar for over 40 years, would like to call himself an old hippie, but by day he disguise his self as a city servant. My passion is anything related to music and guitars, and I will go head to head any time with Frank over at Tech Jaws with Music Trivia, get ready to put your running shoes on buddy!

His first real guitar was a 1967 or 1968 – red two single coil Gibson Melody Maker, scared to death, I could barely even play it, let alone know how to work on it. I traded it for a 1969 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe.

My first real experience of breaking the magic guitar stigma came in 1983 or there abouts, when I was given an Epiphone Les Paul Kit. It was an ash body with a set mahogany neck. It was a Gibson Les Paul Body, sold as an Epiphone. I added Schaller Tuners, DiMarzio Dual Sound Pickups, finishing the body and neck in a natural finish, with Spar Varnish.

I mounted all the hardware, and was not pleased with the sound, at the heck now.

I bought books, one of my friends, Jack Lukas – Eleven Eleven is his new band, took me to a real guitar repair man. Mark from MDS in Chicago, Mark and I talked a lot about wiring options and shielding all of which I knew nothing about. Finally with Mark’s talent and my ideas, my epi-kit was born.

Having more balls than brains and a lot of luck, he helped many friends with their guitar problems, even those guitars that had strange sounds that no one but the owner. It’s a scavenger hunt sometimes.

Input jacks, guitar pickups, re-stringing guitars, setting intonation, guitar neck adjustments, amp repair is something that I am becoming a bit better at, it’s all in the research!

Music For Chicago Weddings Jeff Sandler Orchestra

admin — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 06:08:09 +0000

We know how many time-consuming details go into planning an event. We can help you arrange the music from the wedding ceremony to the last dance. Jeff Sandler will work personally with you and your wedding party planners to announce all toasts, speeches and play the songs you have selected from our wedding song list – or any other songs you may have requested. To provide optimal service, we arrive hours before your cocktail hour to set up the PA system and all instruments. We also highlight the performance area with appropriate stage lighting . Worried about keeping your wedding guests on the dance floor? No problem, we offer continuous music packages or can play your pre-selected CDs or iPod on breaks. We always observe the audience and dancers to select songs that create a great party atmosphere.

For an evening of superb music and incredible vocal talent the Chicago wedding band Jeff Sandler Orchestra is as elegant as it is fun. You’re in for an unforgettable evening of musical entertainment. Always a show stopper, the Jeff Sandler Orchestra will have you and your wedding guests demanding an encore.
Brides and Grooms, contact us today to find out how we can jazz up your Chicago wedding reception with our music:
Phone: 773-935-6255
Email: jsorch@gmail.com

Chicago Wedding Music Jeff Sandler Orchestra