Curation By The Beachwood Rock Local Affairs Desk
You shoulda been there.
1. King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard at Subterranean on Saturday night.
Posted on October 21, 2014
The Week In Chicago Rock
Curation By The Beachwood Rock Local Affairs Desk
You shoulda been there.
1. The Cairo Gang at the Empty Bottle on Wednesday night.
Posted on October 18, 2014
Local Music Notebook: Devon Allman vs. Luther Allison
Plus: Stewart Copeland, Ben Hur And The Chicago Symphony vs. Oozing Wound
“If Devon Allman’s last album Turquoise will ‘punch you in the teeth,’ as he described his 2013 Ruf Records debut album, Ragged & Dirty (October 14, 2014, Ruf Records) will be more inclined to sooth your soul,” S. Victor Aaron writes for Something Else!.
“That might sound like a paradox for an album so named as it is, but Allman’s first recording since his Royal Southern Brotherhood supergroup with Mike Zito and Cyrille Neville made waves obviously inspired him to become a one-man supergroup with his solo career.
“Like his famous father and late uncle, there are rock, blues and soul sides to Allman; Gregg and Duane Allman’s perfect blending of the three practically gave birth to Southern rock.
“On Ragged & Dirty, does the same kind of blending, but gets an end product that’s distinct from the Allman Brothers. ‘Half The Truth’ points the way, a hard rocking guitar that totally respects the blues changes, and Marty Sammon’s B3 organ adds a crucial R&B element.
“That song also signals that this record isn’t necessarily region-bound: Allman went to Chicago to find his backing band for this project and it’s produced by the drummer, the Grammy winner Tom Hambridge. Even the album title points to the Windy City, as it’s taken from a Luther Allison song of the same name.”
Posted on October 14, 2014
The Weekend In Chicago Rock
Curation By The Beachwood Rock Local Affairs Desk
You shoulda been there.
1. JD’s Revenge at the Promontory on Saturday night.
Posted on October 13, 2014
The Week In Chicago Rock
Curation By The Beachwood Rock Local Affairs Desk
You shoulda been there.
1. The Mattson 2 at the Empty Bottle on Wednesday night.
Posted on October 10, 2014
Local Music Notebook: B.B. King & The Banjo Slayer
Plus: Speedy Ortiz And The Chicago Diner Milkshake
“After recently falling ill and having to cancel his remaining tour dates, B.B. King has spoken out to his fans,” FDRMX reports.
“I’m back at home now listening to music, watching movies and enjoying some down time. I think I’m busier at home now than on the road talking to friends calling to check up on me. I do appreciate everyone’s calls and concern. I want to tell you, I’m doing alright.”
“The 89-year-old Blues legend had eight shows ahead of him when he suddenly fell ill last week. King has suffered from Type II diabetes for two decades, which has resulted in stamina problems in the past. He was rushed to the doctor for evaluation on October 3rd, when he was unable to finish his performance at the House of Blues in Chicago. The musician was diagnosed with dehydration and exhaustion, and his remaining tour dates were cancelled the next day, including a show at his very own B.B. King Blues Club in New York.
Posted on October 8, 2014
The Weekend In Chicago Rock
Curation By The Beachwood Rock Local Affairs Desk
You shoulda been there.
1. L’Assassins at Livewire on Friday night.
Posted on October 7, 2014
The Week In Chicago Rock
Curation By The Beachwood Rock Local Affairs Desk
You shoulda been there.
1. Soupcans at Permanent Records last Saturday night.
Posted on October 3, 2014
Local Music Notebook: Doing The Jacksons
The Reverend, His Daughter, Michael And His Brothers
“You may remember 15 years ago the Rev. Jesse Jackson making national headlines with a well-publicized affair with one of his staffers,” our favorite press release this week says.
“The affair led to a child named Ashley Jackson. Ashley was considered a miracle baby because her mother, Karin Stanford, was a cancer survivor who was told she would never have a children.
“Now, Ashley (AJae) is all grown up and ready to take on the world musically. She is set to release her new single ‘Just Do Me’ (as in just being herself) this Tuesday, October 7th via iTunes.
“We can work on quotes from both Reverend Jackson and her mother if interested. Jesse is very supportive of his daughter’s career.”
Posted on October 2, 2014
The Weekend In Chicago Rock
You shoulda been there.
1. Coves at the Double Door on Friday night.
Posted on September 29, 2014