Mega Ticket Mania
February 19, 2010 by CountryMusicChicago.com Staff
Filed under Burbs, Concert Alerts, Events, FEATURED, Ticket Line
TICKET ALERT:
While Rascal Flatts might not be bringing their 2010 tour on Wrigley Field – as they did in 2009 – the Flatts Boys along with headliners Tim McGraw, Brooks & Dunn, Brad Paisley, Toby Keith and Montgomery Gentry are all, at some point, “swinging by” one of Chicagoland’s more traditional country music confines this summer.
For those planning to attend every concert, as recommended, you’ll be happy to here that Live Nation, US99 and the First Midwest Bank Amphitheater are returning the 2010 Country MEGA ticket. The promotional package guarantees seats at all six country music concerts headed to the South Suburban amphitheater.
Don’t delay, the Mega Tickets general public sale begins today through Live Nation. Packages range from $150 for lawn seats all the way up to $600 for “100” level seat, per person. While that might seem like a big tank to your recession-run pocket book, if you do the math, it really is a great deal. Plus, existing Mega Ticket holders have first dibs on next year’s tickets.
Lineup Lowdown:
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Country Throwdown Tour featuring:
Montgomery Gentry, Jamey Johnson, Little Big Town, Jack Ingram, Eric Church, Eli Young Band, The Lost Trailers, Heidi Newfield and more.
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Tim McGraw with Lady Antebellum and Love & Theft
Friday, July 16, 2010
Brad Paisley with Darius Rucker
Sunday, August 8th, 2010
Brooks & Dunn (The Last Rodeo Tour) with Gary Allan
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Rascal Flatts with Kellie Pickler & Chris Young
Saturday, September 18
Toby Keith
Live Nation – Concert Tickets On Sale Now!
This ain’t no bull…
January 24, 2010 by Scott Winterroth, Editor
Filed under Burbs, Concert Alerts, Events
CONCERT ALERT:
There probably isn’t anything wilder than this eight second ride! The Professional Championship Bullriders Tour is rolling into town on Friday, February 5 and they’ve recruited country music star Jake Owen to celebrate the series World Tour Finale IV.
While Owen’s current radio hit, “Eight Second Ride” isn’t referring to this type of riding you can bet there’ll be plenty of buckin’ bulls and flying cowboys at the Northwest suburban Sears Centre arena. Owen is on hand to perform the Friday night tournament’s encore. It’s an unusually large complex for Owen to pay but we’re sure he’ll be able to full those boots.
Tickets range from $15 – $50 and can be wrangled up on ticketmaster.com. If bull riding is your thing, the championship will continue on Saturday night at the Arena.
For a more information on the PCB Tour, visit pcbtour.com.
UPDATE: WIN JAKE OWEN/PCB TOUR TICKETS ON CMC!
EVENT DETAILS:
WHO: Jake Owen at the Professional Championship Bullriders Tour 
WHEN: Friday, February 5, 2010: 7:30PM
WHERE: The Sears Centre: 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates
TICKETS: $15 – $50 – ticketmaster.com
New Year’s Eve Parties
December 19, 2009 by Scott Winterroth, Editor
Filed under Burbs, Chicago, Concert Alerts, Events, Guides
Looking to add a little country flare to your New Year’s Eve? Before it’s too late, we compiled some of our “best bets” for celebrating the New Year country music style.
Cadillac Ranch
1175 West Lake St, Bartlett
cadranch.com
Cadillac Countdown to 2010 – Get wild at the Ranch as they count down to 2010 high tech style. Join DJ Hillbilly for a champagne toast with super cool party favors and of course dancing. The club is open till 4 a.m.
Joe’s Bar
940 W. Weed Street, Chicago
joesbar.com
Well, doesn’t look like Joe’s is goin’ country this New Year’s Eve. Why not support our favorite entertainment venue any way. The Rum Runners will rock the night away with pop hits from U2 to Journey.
Saddle Up Saloon and Dancehall
4440 W. Ogden Ave, Aurora
saddleupsaloon.com
As the newest hot spot on the block, Saddle Up Saloon and Dancehall is quickly becoming a local favorite among the suburban country joints. Located in West suburban Aurora, the Saloon is hosting Decadance “The Dance Party of the Decade” on New Years Eve. Admission includes line dancing lessons, “roadhouse” dance party and a giant cash-ball drop at Midnight.
Sundance Saloon
300 Lakehurst Rd, Waukegan
sundancesaloon.com
Probably one of most known suburban country bars, the Sundance Saloon is open and celebrating the New Year with the local band Easy Louise. All tickets include entertainment, champagne and party favors. Pop for a little extra and they’ll throw in a buffet!
Nashville’s NYE – “Bash on Broadway”
Broadway Ave. between 1st and 3rd, Nashville, TN
visitmusiccity.com/newyearseve/
Pack your bags because Nashville is throwing a street party on New Year’s Eve. Ring in 2010 with country music artist Rodney Atkins and GAC-TV/XM Radio host, Storme Warren, as they headline/emcee the countdown to 2010 with music, fireworks and a guitar drop at Midnight.
Chicago’s Navy Pier
600 E. Grand Ave, Chicago
navypier.com
Looking for more of the downtown flare and not country? Navy Pier will be hosting its annual New Year’s Eve celebrations for both kids and adults with fireworks at 8:15 p.m. and Midnight.
Don’t forget to check out the Bank of America Winter WonderFest in Festival Hall. The 170,000 square-foot winter wonderland features North Pole inspired attractions for kids of all ages. Entrance to the Winter WonderFest is free, rides and attractions require an activity wristband. Special tip, if you bring your own ice skates, you can skate in the indoor ice rink for free. winterwonderfest.com
Just looking for dinner?
The Texas Roadhouse
Various Locations (Naperville/Rockford)
texasroadhouse.com
The country music infused Texas Roadhouse is perhaps one of the few places in the Chicagoland area where country music plays while you eat. Known for their steaks and buttered rolls, each Roadhouse is part of a larger, regional chain but each kitchen features its own local flare. While the food is great for any occasion, expect long waits.
Some attractions may require attendees to be over the age of 21 and may require additional entrance fees. Please check with the venue prior to planning your night. Please remember to act responsible when drinking and do not drive.
What are you doing on New Year’s Eve? Did we miss something?
September Concerts
August 30, 2009 by CountryMusicChicago.com Staff
Filed under Burbs, Chicago, Chicago Country, Events
As summer wraps up, September continues to add Chicago’s summer country music concert season.
David Nail with the Carter Twins
Friday, September 4, 2009 – 8:30PM
Joe’s Bar*, 940 W. Weed St, Chicago
$8 – ticketmaster.com
Randy Travis
Friday, September 4, 2009 – 8PM
Paramount Theatre – 23 East Galena Blvd, Aurora
$49 – $64 – ticketmaster.com
George Jones
Friday, September 4, 2009 – 8PM
Hemmens Auditorium – 45 Symphony Way, Elgin
$45 – $85 – hemmens.org
The Hoyle Brothers
Friday, September 4, 2009 – 5:30PM
The Empty Bottle* – 1035 N. Western Ave, Chicago
FREE – emptybottle.com
On the Waterfront 2009
Thursday, September 3 – Sunday, September 6
Downtown Rockford
onthewaterfront.com
Jason Aldean with Katie Armiger– Great Lawn Stage
September 4, 2009 – 7 & 9PM
$30 – $50 – onthewaterfront.comJake Owen – Center Stage
Saturday, September 5, 2009 – 10:15PM
$18 (in advance) festival passHeidi Newfield – Center Stage
Sunday, September 6, 2009 – 9:30PM
$18 (in advance) festival pass
Julie Kaylin & Aural Support
Saturday, September 5, 2009 – 1PM
Frankfort Fall Fest – 140 S LaGrange Rd, Frankfort
frankfortfallfestival.info
Bucky Covington
US99 “Live Country” Series
Tuesday, September 8, 2009 – 8PM
Joe’s Bar*, 940 W. Weed Street, Chicago
Tickets available through US99.com
Jack Ingram with Steel Magnolia and Randy Montana
Friday, September 11, 2009 – 8PM
Joe’s Bar*, 940 W. Weed St, Chicago
$12 – ticketmaster.com
Lonestar
Friday, September 11, 2009 – 8PM
Sandwich Fair – Pratt & Somonauk Road, Sandwich
$10 – $20 – sandwichfair.com
Randy Rogers Band
Friday, September 18, 2009 – 10PM
Joe’s Bar*, 940 W. Weed Street, Chicago
$10 – ticketmaster.com
Sugarland
Friday, September 18, 2009 – 7:30PM
Bradley Center – 1001 North 4th Street, Milwaukee, WI
$26 – $56 – ticketmaster.com
Toby Keith with Trace Atkins
Saturday, September 19, 2009 – 8:30PM
First Midwest Bank Amphitheater – 19100 South Ridgeland Ave, Tinley Park
$30 – $70 – livenation.com
Katie Quick
Saturday, September 19, 2009 – 9PM
Yak-zies Wrigleyville*, 3701 N. Clark, Chicago
$5 (door) – katiequick.com
David Allan Coe
Saturday, September 19, 2009 – 8PM
Durty Nellies*, 180 N. Smith St, Palatine
$22 – ticketmaster.com
Lucky Town
Sunday, September 20, 2009 – 6PM
Blue Chip Casino* – 777 Blue Chip Dr, Michigan City, IN
luckytownmusic.com
Jason Boland and the Stragglers with Charlie Robison
Friday, September 25, 2009 – 9PM
Joe’s Bar*, 940 W. Weed St, Chicago
$8 – ticketmaster.com
Upcoming: The Chicago Country Music Festival featuring Miranda Lambert, John Rich and Jamey Johnson; Gary Allan, Darius Rucker, Gretchen Wilson and more.
* denotes this venue requires patrons to be over the age of 21.
Lions, Tigers & Josh Gracin?
August 20, 2009 by CountryMusicChicago.com Staff
Filed under Burbs, Concert Alerts, Events
CONCERT ALERT:
While country music artists sometimes sing about animals, this weekend country music’s finest will be singing with the animals. On Sunday, Josh Gracin, Darryl Worley and Cross County Junction are set for a special Zoo Tunes concert at Brookfield Zoo.
Not only can you catch an awesome line-up of country music, you can enjoy all the great exhibits the Zoo has to offer and still get into the concert for free, with a paid admission to the Zoo. Don’t forget, the Zoo has their limited engagement “Dinosaurs Alive” exhibit now through October.
After serving in the U.S. Military, Gracin broke into the country music scene after his season two debut on the television show American Idol. Following his success on Idol, his self-titled, debut album certified Gold and produced hits like “I Want To Live”, “Nothing to Lose” and “Stay With Me (Brass Bed).” In 2006, Gracin released his sophomore album titled “We Weren’t Crazy” and includes a handful of chart topping hits like “Favorite State of Mind” and “I Keep Coming Back”. Gracin has a third album in the works but a release date hasn’t been set.
Worley’s multi-platinum country music career includes many chart topping hits like “Have You Forgotten”, “Awful Beautiful Life” and “If Something Should Happen.” Most recently Worley released his latest album, “Sounds Like Life.”
CONCERT DETAILS:
Josh Gracin, Darryl Worley and Cross County Junction
Zoo Tunes
WHEN: Sunday, August 23, 2009 | 1 p.m, 3 p.m, and 5 p.m.
WHERE:Brookfield Zoo – East Mall – 8400 31st St, Brookfield
TICKETS: Concert is free with regular zoo admission of $12 for adults and $8 for children 3 to 11 and seniors 65 and older. Parking is $8
On the web: astarconcerts.com
Download Josh Gracin music on iTunes: 
Download Darryl Worley music on iTunes:
Sugarland Live on the Big Screen
July 28, 2009 by CountryMusicChicago.com Staff
Filed under Burbs, Concert Alerts, Events, FEATURED, Radio/Television
Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush are always one of the hottest tickets in town but this time, fans won’t be flocking to a concert venue for this exclusive show.
In conjunction with the duo’s upcoming live album release, for one night only Sugarland will be hitting theaters across America for their theatrical premiere of “Live on the Inside”. The 1 hour and 25 minute movie, much like the DVD, will feature high-definition footage of some of the duo’s biggest hits performed during their Lexington, Kentucky show.
While fans will be able to purchase the duo’s “Live on the Inside” CD-DVD exclusively through Wal-Mart on August 4, the band has taped an exclusive greeting to fans that can only be seen in movie theaters.
To watch the trailer and purchase tickets, visit http://www.dandeentertainment.com/sugarland/home.html
Details:
The Marcus Cinema of Orland Park is the only Chicago area theater showing the limited-edition movie. Tickets are $11 and available through the theater’s box office and through movietickets.com. Tickets are being sold on a first-come, first-serve basis and they do not guarantee seats.
