The Henhouse Prowlers, Chicago’s premier Bluegrass band, are releasing their latest CD, “Verses, Chapters, and Rhymes” this Saturday 2/12 at Legion Hall in Evanston. The boys are back in town but briefly as they prepare to head to Wintergrass and then Europe as the Prowlers’ acclaim continues to grow both nationally and internationally. The show begins at 8PM and is open to all ages. The venue is just off the Central Purple line stop and also has plenty of parking. Come out and give them our hometown support before they head back out on the road.
Dance Rock, Chicago’s premier electronic event hosted by Day One and Vibe Tribe, is less than two weeks away and the buzz has never been louder. This year’s event features two stages, live bands and countless DJs including Gemini Club, The Sound of Ill, and Danny The Wild Child. Dance Rock 2010 begins at 9PM at The Riverside Complex and will keep you rocking until 4AM with premium lighting, professional sound, and hot, hot, hot go-go dancers. Cover is $20. 17 to enter, 21 to drink. Mark your calendar now! Dance Rock 2010. Chicago’s #1 dance event!
See the Dance Rock 2010 promo video
Dance Rock 2010 on Facebook
Gemini Club is releasing their much anticipated single “Ghost” tonight at Metro. They headline a HUGE local lineup including Kid Color, Midnight Conspiracy, Hey Champ and more. Yesterday, Gemini Club did an interview and DJ set on Vocalo.org’s Morning Amp which can be heard throughout the day right here on roparadio.com. Tickets are ridiculously cheap for a lineup this big, so get yours right now. Doors are at 10PM.
See Gemini Club’s award winning video for “Future Tidings” right here.
Sporting self made instruments such as the electric washboard, the theremin, and the electric didley bow, The Velcro Lewis Group has crafted a unique sound that really shines on their latest album, White Magick Summer. After releasing the album in July, they have been tearing up venues across the Midwest and Northeast and tonight they cap a nearly two month tour right here at home at Lincoln Hall. Listen to “Trouble Down Below” available on Soundcloud.
Also on the bill are Those Darlings, whose mix of classic country punk and southern garage rock, has nabbed them critical acclaim and sold out shows all across the country. Released just last week, “Night Jogger” the first offering from Those Darlings since their self titled debut in 2009.
Velcro Lewis on iTunes
Those Darlings on iTunes
I know it’s only Monday and you are probably recovering from the weekend, but I all ready know what you are doing to jump start next weekend. That’s right, it’s One Night Stand’s Ghost Release Party at Metro. This is a ridiculous line up headlined by Gemini Club, who are playing a live set featuring Jonathan Marks on the drums. This is the one everybody’s going to be talking about for a long time, so don’t be the one stuck saying, “I wish I would have been there.” The show begins at 10PM and is 18 + so you know the crowd will be thick. All tickets are 2 for 1 and are only $7 so get yours now!
FREE! FREE! FREE events this weekend. The Latin Music Festival kicks off the weekend in Millennium Park. This years fest showcases local, national, and international talent playing everything from traditional salsa to modern Latin house all for free in various locations throughout Millennium Park. Two days of music begins at 11AM Friday and Saturday and features many Grammy winners. Get the full two day line up here.
The Annual Guinness Oyster Fest takes place in Roscoe Village in 2010 and features two stages of music. Tom Schraeder and His Ego headlines this year’s celebration. Plenty of oysters and Guinness beer will keep you fueled for this all day event.
Hey what’s that there on the left? A new page on Ropa Radio? Yes sir! Ropa Radio now brings you videos from all your favorite local bands. As always, thanks for listening.
Mirror, Mirror is the newest release from local indie rockers Unicycle Loves You and they are playing at Schuba’s tonight to celebrate. This is the band’s third album, released on Highwheel Records, and all you have to do is listen to the title track to understand that Unicycle Loves You has really hit their stride with this one. You can download Mirror, Mirror as well as Mountain Lungs for free on the Highwheel Records website. Like what you hear? Then head to Schuba’s tonight and see them live for only $10. Village and The Nurse Novels will be playing the supporting role tonight so get there early, enjoy a drink, some food, and a great night of local music!
The Sean Miller Explosion hits the road to the Big Apple. If only they had gas money! I know how to help. Head to the Schuba’s Upstairs Lounge tonight and mix it up with some of the funniest guys I know. Drinks are cheap and the entertainment is well worth the price of admission and c’mon, it’s for a great cause!
Check The Sean Miller Explosion out at SketchFest
Gallerie MK kicks off it’s season on Friday 9/10 with New Horizons in the River North neighborhood. From 6PM – 9PM, established and emerging Chicago artists will display their talents in the largest Gallerie MK opening of the year. Pieces on display will include works by Mei-Ku huang, the Gallerie’s owner as well as up and coming artist Patrick Wozny.
The Double Door has a monster line-up tonight as Miami Horror takes the stage but not before you get DJ sets by local stars Midnight Conspiracy and Kid Color. You will also be treated to a Codebreaker live set all for $10. The show starts at 8:30 so get your tickets now!
RopaRadio.com has partnered with Vocalo.org’s Morning Amp to bring you local bands live in studio. This week the morning team of Brian and Molly interviewed The Scissors ahead of their Friday tour kick-off show at the Beat Kitchen with the Ataris. That interview will re-air on RopaRadio today at 3PM, 6PM, and 9PM. Can’t wait until then? Check out their video for Let’s Go right now! Need more Scissors? Buy a ticket to the show.
After The Scissors interview, stick around to hear another local great, The Future Laureates, who were in studio last Thursday and played Brian and Molly an exclusive acoustic set. The Future Laureates are playing the House of Blues this Friday with JC Brooks & The Uptown Sound, How Far to Austin and The Giving Tree Band. Sound like a great line-up? Tickets are still available.
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