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Beautiful weather was key for the 20th annual Chicago Country Music Festival. In addition to the unseasonably warm streak, a new Millennium Park location, retooled layout and “perfect price” proved pivotal for the success of this year’s fest. Although the ever-changing character of country … [Read more...]
CONCERT ALERT: Jason and the Haymakers plan to get a little rough and rowdy with friends at Joe’s Bar Friday night – in a good way. The American country band will play a slew of originals as they open for James Otto at 8:30 p.m. The band plays their own brand of rowdy country to beer … [Read more...]
While Chicago might be better known for its blues music rather than banjo pickin' harmonies, the Bluegrass scene is alive and well thanks to one north suburban Evanston man. Now in its 12th year, the Bluegrass Legends Concert Series once again returns to Evanston with a full season line … [Read more...]
[singlepic id=375 w=320 h=240 float=left] When Scott DuBose takes the stage at the first annual Rockin’ on the River Ribfest, concert-goers will be treated to what this local artist calls, “Ranch Rock.” On Saturday, opening for country music star Chris Cagle, DuBose will open the Miller … [Read more...]
Country Concert Alert: Country music returns to Taste of Chicago in honor of “National Country Music Day”. It wasn’t so long ago, the Chicago Country Music Festival called the Taste of Chicago its home. In 2008, the annual country festival, produced by the City of Chicago Mayor’s … [Read more...]
From a special performance by a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame to an array of great local artists, the first unofficial weekend of summer is looking rather nice for country concerts. Yard Fulla Cars Thurs, June 3 – 7:30PM Orland Days - Centennial Park, Orland Park … [Read more...]
Looking at this summer’s country music concert lineup, the success will continue in 2010 for both the artists and the fans. From the lakefront concerts to suburban county fairs, newcomers and diehards fans alike will converge on some of the hottest ticket shows in town. While it’s extremely … [Read more...]
[singlepic id=241 w=320 h=240 float=left]The Country Throwdown Tour will roll into the Tinley Park this Saturday to kick-off the summertime mega-concert series at the First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre. Featuring major touring acts like Montgomery Gentry, Jamey Johnson, Eric Church, Little Big Town … [Read more...]
History in the Making Chicagoland truly has an amazing group of local country musicians but since last Friday that group, for a great reason, just shrunk by one. Katie Quick, a former school teacher turned aspiring country music star, truly has an amazing story and as of late last week, the … [Read more...]
