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A Splash of Elegance: Tanzanite Wedding Bands We Love

If you’re the type of bride who’s searching for gemstones that are vibrant, affordable, and rare tanzanite is the ideal choice. This rare gem is December’s birthstone and also a celebrated choice for 24th wedding anniversaries.

Since tanzanite wedding bands in Chicago, IL are so affordable, they allowcouples to save money and keep within their budget. This is great for couples looking to spend the money on other important things like a house.

Reasons to choose Tanzanite rings

Tanzanite’s appeal lies in its enchanting “fire” and striking color range, from deep blue to vivid violet. This unique gem is often more affordable at smaller sizes compared to sapphires and diamonds, yet it retains a distinctive brilliance.

However, tanzanite wedding bands in Orland Park, IL are softer, with a Mohs rating of 6.5 to 7. So, they require extra care to prevent scratches, especially while traveling. Larger tanzanite stones can still be costly, especially when they exhibit deep, even color and are free of inclusions.

To ensure quality, examine your tanzanite diamonds in Chicago, IL closely for inclusions, color consistency, and any chips. You can even turn the stone upside down on a white paper to check for uniform color.

For cleaning, a gentle soap-and-water wash is recommended, avoiding brushes to prevent scratches. You can also take your stone for a professional cleaning every couple of months to a professional.

When traveling, store your tanzanite ring in a plastic bag inside a protective jewelry pouch to avoid damage. You can also choose to keep it in a velvet-lined case away from other pieces.

Final Verdict

If cared for properly and looked after, you can even pass down your tanzanite ring to future generations as an heirloom piece for years to come.

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Metro

3730 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613

The Metro stage is a lot of things to a lot of people—a big break, a headliner’s dream, and even a wedding altar—but no matter what transpires under the nearly hundred-year-old roof, one thing remains the sole focus—the music.

Joe Shanahan began his journey in artistic propriety as a Columbia College graduate with a keen ear for the underground music shaking Chicago’s musical core. Shanahan spent his post-collegiate years trekking to New York and London to experience the happenings redefining the global arts community. He returned with an “act local, think global” business philosophy and an urge to fill the void in his home city’s art scene. Shanahan began throwing fringe gatherings in his loft, but soon the crowds, and his ambition, grew too large for the space.

It seems appropriate that a venue that’s blazed its own trail began with a band doing just the same. R.E.M., the off-kilter Georgians shaking garages and dorm rooms across the country, landed at Metro for a last-minute slot in Metro’s “big room.” With a five-dollar ticket and an enthusiastic crowd, Shanahan was left with enough cash to treat the staff to a round of pizza at the end of the night. He called Metro’s pilot show a resounding victory.

While the benchmark for success has changed over the years at Metro, the ideology has remained stalwart. Cross platforms; break boundaries; and pool talent from the local, regional and national levels. Local H took the stage with Nirvana’s groundbreaking set still settling into the stage’s grooves. Elliott Smith’s Chicago swan song rang through the building in the same month as Sleater-Kinney’s fiery feminist punk.

Metro isn’t in the business of simply buying talent, though—breeding the acts gracing the stage is engrained in the venue’s artistic credo. Year in and year out for over three decades, the Metro roster has maintained a delicate balance between national headliners and local up-and-comers. With every musical movement that has swept across Chicago—and the country—Metro has booked the key players on all platforms. From Joe Shanahan’s early championing of alt-rock pioneers Smashing Pumpkins to ushering in pop-punk royalty Alkaline Trio and Fall Out Boy and even Chance the Rapper’s recent meteoric rise to fame – countless Chicago artists have laid their roots in Metro as a business, sanctuary, and springboard.

The future is a straight line for most, but for Metro it’s a vast landscape—it’s a sprawl that continues to grow with every blink. One thing that is certain is that Metro will continue to serve as an artistic refuge that transcends the bricks and mortar of nightclub and rock venue—it’s an experience, an unforgettable one at that.

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Laetitia Sadier- Rooting For Love (Drag City)

The album begins with “Who + What,” an eerie, moody keyboard-driven melody that builds with layers and layers of instruments and vocals. “I need to I want to I have to; Need to expand, want to expand; Embrace my Goddess; Escape the fortress; The walls are falling down, cultures are communing; Muses are converging; On the verge.” Track 2, ”Proteiformunite,” is the first of many French songs on this album. This time the bass gets the spotlight. Laetitia’s soft vocals take the listener away to another world. And then the band kicks in with a full-out jam! Next up, “Une Autre Attente," is another French track. Eerie keyboards and robotic piano are highlighted here, but the beautiful vocals truly add to this one. Check out the video:

Track 4, “The Dash,” is a soft, gentle, jazzy number complete with “Ba dee dup, Ba dee dup” Bossa Nova vocals. “Through the center; The discreet shine of your darkness; Eyes of children the heart of another; Things we fear are false; A current life; The place inside; Into the night slowly; Swells vitality.” Next, “Don’t Forget You’re Mine” has a stripped-down beginning, but eventually the music soars and swells with beats and strings. “Hey, don't scream with rage it’s vain. I’m not impressed, just exasperated again. A good slap is what you need; a good slap is what you want; take that take that, get up get up babe.” Track 6, “Panser L’inacceptable,” is another beauty of a song. It has a tropical feel to it. Love the horns here. Here’s the video:

Track 7, “The Inner Smile,” is possibly my favorite track with shifting flutes and a major jam near the end. It’s the most upbeat song on the album. “Smile at all parts of your being. Smile at the parts you’re aware of and those you’re not. Smile, smile and thank your whole body.” Next up, “La Nageuse Nue,” is a French-titled song with English lyrics this time. Laetitia gets deep with her poetry. “The dissolution beliefs; The singular world; Volunteers the ego. Social body, For a cleansing and healing, Experience. Which may turn the personality inside and out; Discloses the gold hidden within the heart.” Track 9,“ New Moon,” develops into a hypnotic blast of ambient sound. It actually came out way back in 2021. It’s one of those songs you just don’t want to end. A beautiful video directed by Laetitia and Tanya Small captures the song here:

   The album closes with “Cloud 6,” a repetitive outer space choral vocal exercise complete with blasting horns. “You have a power I haven't got. I have a power you don’t have. We need all the power we can get. Our psyches, well-being, brutalised, The world renounces its liberty because it is in fear. Because it is in fear, because it is in fear.” More deep thoughts from Laetitia as we would expect. Another great one from Stereolab’s Laetitia Sadier from start to finish.  Make sure to check the tour schedule beginning in March to see if she’ll be hitting your part of the world. ERIC EGGLESON

Sat. March 2- San Francisco CA @ The Chapel

Mon. March 4- Portland OR @ Polaris Hall

Tue. March 5- Seattle WA @ Barboza

Wed. March 6- Vancouver BC @ Fox Cabaret

Fri. March 8- Salt Lake City UT @ Kilby Court

Sat. March 9- Denver CO @ Lost Lake

Mon. March 11- Minneapolis MN @ Turf Club

Tue. March 12- Chicago IL @ Empty Bottle

Wed. March 13- Detroit MI @ Third Man

Fri. March 15- Toronto ON @ Garrison

Sat. March 16- Montreal QC @ Bar Le Ritz

Wed. March 20- Brooklyn NY @ National Sawdust

Thu. March 21- Boston MA @ Arts at the Armory

Fri. March 22- Philadelphia PA @ Johnny Brenda's

Sat. March 23- Washington DC @ Songbyrd

Mon. March 25- Atlanta GA @ EARL

Tue. March 26- Nashville TN @ Blue Room

Thu. March 28- Houston TX @ White Oak Music Hall Upstairs

Fri. March 29- Dallas TX @ Club Dada

Sat. March 30- Austin TX @ Parish

Tue. April 2- Phoenix AZ @ Rebel Lounge

Wed. April 3- Pioneertown CA @ Pappy & Harriets

Thu. April 4- Los Angeles CA @ Zebulon

Fri. April 5- Big Sur CA @ Fernwood Tavern

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The Umbrellas share new music video for "Gone" ahead of US tour launching next week

https://youtu.be/_O6nH2f1B7M?si=mYHEsTvtzXYStovG Today San Francisco band The Umbrellas share a new music video for "Gone" from their most recent Slumberland LP Fairweather Friend ahead of their full North American tour which launches next week. Morgan Alice from the band made the video using Super 8 footage taken on various Umbrellas tours. For more info. and to buy tickets in advance, click HERE TOUR DATES: Fri 5/31 Los Angeles, CA Permanent Records * Sat 6/01 San Clemente, CA Knuckle Heads Sun 6/02 San Diego, CA Soda Bar Wed 6/05 Denton, TX Rubber Gloves + Thu 6/06 Austin, TX Mohwawk (Inside) # Fri 6/07 New Orleans, LA BJs Sun 6/09 Nashville, TN Soft Junk $ Mon 6/10 Atlanta, GA 529 Tue 6/11 Durham, NC The Pinhook Wed 6/12 Washington, DC Quarry House Tavern & Thu 6/13 Philadelphia, PA PhilaMOCA Fri 6/14 New York, NY The Broadway @ Sat 6/15 Boston, MA 4th Wall % Sun 6/16 Montreal, QB Quai des Brumes Mon 6/17 Toronto, ON Monarch Tavern Tue 6/18 Cleveland, OH Happy Dog Wed 6/19 Detroit, MI Outer Limits Lounge Thu 6/20 Chicago, IL Cole's Fri 6/21 Minneapolis, MN Cloudland ^ Mon 6/24 Vancouver, BC TBA Tue 6/25 Victoria, BC Lucky Bar Wed 6/26 Seattle, WA Sunset Tavern ** Thu 6/27 Portland, OR Swan Dive Sat 6/29 San Francisco, CA Kilowatt ! * = w/ Le Pain, Ted # = w/ On Being An Angel, Touch Girl Apple Blossom $ = w/ Ornament & = w/ Linda Smith + = w/ 2nd Grade, The Smashing Times @ = w/ The Smashing Times, Lightheaded % = w/ Mall Cops ^ = w/ Jim Ruiz, Real Numbers ! = w/ Pocket Full of Crumbs, Latitude ** = w/ Lisa Prank, The Nags The Umbrellas are four renegade romantics crafting irresistible indie pop hymns. The band’s self-titled 2021 debut album became a breakout moment, winning critical praise and sparking an international tour. Follow-up LP Fairweather Friend goes a step further – absorbing the sonic attack of their live shows, it balances this with studio finesse, allowing the San Francisco four-piece to become the band they’ve always aspired to be. The Umbrellas' self-titled 2021 debut album was a breakout moment in an otherwise grim year, winning critical praise and fueling tours with everyone from labelmates Papercuts to Fucked Up. Follow-up LP Fairweather Friend goes a step further – balancing the rambunctious sonic attack of their live shows with studio craft and finesse, allowing the San Francisco four-piece to become the band they’ve always aspired to be. It's a record overflowing with highlights. The addictive, upbeat melodies of introductory track ‘Three Cheers!’ are matched to an impactful percussive punch; ‘Say What You Mean’ finds The Umbrellas working with total confidence, letting the song ride out to its chiming conclusion, four voices working in precision. ‘When You Find Out’ offers rotating notes of guitar punctuated by a vocal that pushes past angst to accept a world full of hope. A lean 10 track affair, it grasps towards beatific pop while fuelled by a sense of risk-taking and the precision that comes from long months on the road. The Umbrellas coalesced in 2018 around a group of musicians with connections to the legendary San Francisco record emporium Amoeba Music. Singer and guitarist Matt Ferrera had previous links with bassist Nick Oka, as well as the powerhouse drummer Keith Frerichs. A chance encounter with Morgan Stanley singing karaoke at a Fourth of July party cemented the line-up around an avowed thirst for melody. “All of us love really earnest pop songs,” Nick points out. “I guess we got to a point in our lives where we wanted to be genuine.” Playing shows at San Francisco’s vital DIY redoubt Hit Gallery, The Umbrellas would share line-ups with local heroes such as April Magazine and Cindy. Recording their debut album across a two-day spell at Matt’s parents’ house, the results won a devoted cult following. The experience of frequent touring bonded them tightly and allowed the volume to tick up a little higher (and higher...) and and feeding a desire for their next record to more closely mirror the energy of their live shows. “I think we got tired of people saying, oh you’re so much louder than I thought you’d be!” laughs Matt. “Our early recordings are sweet and earnest… and we wanted it to be louder.” Kicking off sessions in November 2022, the band used an ad hoc space Matt created in his basement, which allowed the sessions to be a little more relaxed in terms of timescale than their debut. “We gave ourselves more space for this album,” says Keith. “We wanted time to sit on the songs, and really work on them.” Capturing their thrilling live dynamic on tape, The Umbrellas are at once more physical and yet also more controlled on their new album. Take opening track ‘Three Cheers!’ – the peppy, sun-soaked rush masks a barbed lyric, courtesy of Nick Oka. “It’s a pseudo-political song about power struggles that occur in a job situation, or a friend group. It’s an observational song.” ‘Toe The Line’ has an unkempt, rollicking sense of energy, the playful relationship analogy of the lyric pushed to the speed of light by Keith’s just-chaotic-enough punk drumming. ‘When You Find Out’ meanwhile epitomises their unified, egalitarian way of making music – with The Umbrellas, each voice counts. “It sounds different from any song we’ve ever written together,” says Morgan. “It shows how much we’ve grown. Trust helps us to build the songs. It’s definitely a team effort.” It's also a record of ambition. ‘Say What You Mean’ stretches past the four-minute mark, the viola performance informed by Estonian minimalist composer Arvo Pärt. ‘Gone’ was the first song attempted for the new album, and the last they actually finished, endless re-writes transforming it into a manifesto of control and release. Taken as a whole Fairweather Friend is a bold indiepop triumph, crafted with purpose and attention. Taking their time over each note, the four-piece have strengthened their songwriting, adding depth and assurance while unlocking their potential. Some bonds last a lifetime – The Umbrellas are ready to capture your heart. Read the full article

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The Umbrellas share new music video for "Gone" ahead of US tour launching next week

https://youtu.be/_O6nH2f1B7M?si=mYHEsTvtzXYStovG Today San Francisco band The Umbrellas share a new music video for "Gone" from their most recent Slumberland LP Fairweather Friend ahead of their full North American tour which launches next week. Morgan Alice from the band made the video using Super 8 footage taken on various Umbrellas tours. For more info. and to buy tickets in advance, click HERE TOUR DATES: Fri 5/31 Los Angeles, CA Permanent Records * Sat 6/01 San Clemente, CA Knuckle Heads Sun 6/02 San Diego, CA Soda Bar Wed 6/05 Denton, TX Rubber Gloves + Thu 6/06 Austin, TX Mohwawk (Inside) # Fri 6/07 New Orleans, LA BJs Sun 6/09 Nashville, TN Soft Junk $ Mon 6/10 Atlanta, GA 529 Tue 6/11 Durham, NC The Pinhook Wed 6/12 Washington, DC Quarry House Tavern & Thu 6/13 Philadelphia, PA PhilaMOCA Fri 6/14 New York, NY The Broadway @ Sat 6/15 Boston, MA 4th Wall % Sun 6/16 Montreal, QB Quai des Brumes Mon 6/17 Toronto, ON Monarch Tavern Tue 6/18 Cleveland, OH Happy Dog Wed 6/19 Detroit, MI Outer Limits Lounge Thu 6/20 Chicago, IL Cole's Fri 6/21 Minneapolis, MN Cloudland ^ Mon 6/24 Vancouver, BC TBA Tue 6/25 Victoria, BC Lucky Bar Wed 6/26 Seattle, WA Sunset Tavern ** Thu 6/27 Portland, OR Swan Dive Sat 6/29 San Francisco, CA Kilowatt ! * = w/ Le Pain, Ted # = w/ On Being An Angel, Touch Girl Apple Blossom $ = w/ Ornament & = w/ Linda Smith + = w/ 2nd Grade, The Smashing Times @ = w/ The Smashing Times, Lightheaded % = w/ Mall Cops ^ = w/ Jim Ruiz, Real Numbers ! = w/ Pocket Full of Crumbs, Latitude ** = w/ Lisa Prank, The Nags The Umbrellas are four renegade romantics crafting irresistible indie pop hymns. The band’s self-titled 2021 debut album became a breakout moment, winning critical praise and sparking an international tour. Follow-up LP Fairweather Friend goes a step further – absorbing the sonic attack of their live shows, it balances this with studio finesse, allowing the San Francisco four-piece to become the band they’ve always aspired to be. The Umbrellas' self-titled 2021 debut album was a breakout moment in an otherwise grim year, winning critical praise and fueling tours with everyone from labelmates Papercuts to Fucked Up. Follow-up LP Fairweather Friend goes a step further – balancing the rambunctious sonic attack of their live shows with studio craft and finesse, allowing the San Francisco four-piece to become the band they’ve always aspired to be. It's a record overflowing with highlights. The addictive, upbeat melodies of introductory track ‘Three Cheers!’ are matched to an impactful percussive punch; ‘Say What You Mean’ finds The Umbrellas working with total confidence, letting the song ride out to its chiming conclusion, four voices working in precision. ‘When You Find Out’ offers rotating notes of guitar punctuated by a vocal that pushes past angst to accept a world full of hope. A lean 10 track affair, it grasps towards beatific pop while fuelled by a sense of risk-taking and the precision that comes from long months on the road. The Umbrellas coalesced in 2018 around a group of musicians with connections to the legendary San Francisco record emporium Amoeba Music. Singer and guitarist Matt Ferrera had previous links with bassist Nick Oka, as well as the powerhouse drummer Keith Frerichs. A chance encounter with Morgan Stanley singing karaoke at a Fourth of July party cemented the line-up around an avowed thirst for melody. “All of us love really earnest pop songs,” Nick points out. “I guess we got to a point in our lives where we wanted to be genuine.” Playing shows at San Francisco’s vital DIY redoubt Hit Gallery, The Umbrellas would share line-ups with local heroes such as April Magazine and Cindy. Recording their debut album across a two-day spell at Matt’s parents’ house, the results won a devoted cult following. The experience of frequent touring bonded them tightly and allowed the volume to tick up a little higher (and higher...) and and feeding a desire for their next record to more closely mirror the energy of their live shows. “I think we got tired of people saying, oh you’re so much louder than I thought you’d be!” laughs Matt. “Our early recordings are sweet and earnest… and we wanted it to be louder.” Kicking off sessions in November 2022, the band used an ad hoc space Matt created in his basement, which allowed the sessions to be a little more relaxed in terms of timescale than their debut. “We gave ourselves more space for this album,” says Keith. “We wanted time to sit on the songs, and really work on them.” Capturing their thrilling live dynamic on tape, The Umbrellas are at once more physical and yet also more controlled on their new album. Take opening track ‘Three Cheers!’ – the peppy, sun-soaked rush masks a barbed lyric, courtesy of Nick Oka. “It’s a pseudo-political song about power struggles that occur in a job situation, or a friend group. It’s an observational song.” ‘Toe The Line’ has an unkempt, rollicking sense of energy, the playful relationship analogy of the lyric pushed to the speed of light by Keith’s just-chaotic-enough punk drumming. ‘When You Find Out’ meanwhile epitomises their unified, egalitarian way of making music – with The Umbrellas, each voice counts. “It sounds different from any song we’ve ever written together,” says Morgan. “It shows how much we’ve grown. Trust helps us to build the songs. It’s definitely a team effort.” It's also a record of ambition. ‘Say What You Mean’ stretches past the four-minute mark, the viola performance informed by Estonian minimalist composer Arvo Pärt. ‘Gone’ was the first song attempted for the new album, and the last they actually finished, endless re-writes transforming it into a manifesto of control and release. Taken as a whole Fairweather Friend is a bold indiepop triumph, crafted with purpose and attention. Taking their time over each note, the four-piece have strengthened their songwriting, adding depth and assurance while unlocking their potential. Some bonds last a lifetime – The Umbrellas are ready to capture your heart. Read the full article

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Tips For A Perfect Wedding Band Show

A live music band with the energy to light up your wedding? We got you. This video from 312 Entertainment shares the secrets to getting the most out of your wedding band. Learn how to craft the perfect playlist, communicate with the band, and build a rocking itinerary. Watch now and turn your wedding into an unforgettable night of music and love!

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Los Angeles, CA -- Jessica Pratt will be releasing her new album Here In The Pitch on May 3 via Mexican Summer. Earlier this week, she released the second single titled "World On A String," along with a music video directed by Kate Bollinger. The soft track spans just about 3 minutes long and its vintage pop sheen will have you in a sun-filled daze. From Pratt's lower register to the glittery hooks, "World On A String" is filled with possibilities and a child-like wonder for life. There's a hypnotic lull to the track that'll have you in mesmerized sway.

“On this track I was influenced by the swaying, naive brilliance of 'lost' teenage garage rock bands, as well as enduring loves like The Nazz and Guided By Voices,” Pratt says. "Record the song moments after you've learned it on an instrument you've just picked up. Oftentimes, that's all you need.” 

Jessica Pratt Tour Dates: Fri. May 31 - Barcelona, ES @ Primavera Sound Sun. June 2 - Paris, FR @ L’Alhambra * Mon. June 3 - Brussels, BE @ AB Theater * Tue. June 4 – Amsterdam, NL @ Zonnehuis * Thu. June 6 – London, UK @ Union Chapel * [SOLD OUT] Fri. June 7 – London, UK @ Earth Theatre ~ Tue. June 18 - San Diego, CA @ Lou Lous % Thu. June 20 - Los Angeles, CA @ Teragram Ballroom % [SOLD OUT] Fri. June 21 - Pioneertown, CA @ Pappy + Harriet’s (Outside) % Sat. June 22 - San Francisco, CA @ Bimbo’s 365 Club % [SOLD OUT] Tue. June 25 - Vancouver, BC @ Biltmore Cabaret % Wed. June 26 - Seattle, WA @ Neumos % Thu. June 27 - Portland, OR @ Wonder Ballroom % Sat. June 29 - Sonoma, CA @ Gundlach Bundschu % Thu. July 18 - Minneapolis, MN @ Fine Line ^ Fri. July 19 - Madison, WI @ Majestic Theatre ^ Sun. July 21 - Chicago, IL @ Pitchfork Music Festival Mon. July 22 - Cleveland, OH @ The Roxy ^ Wed. July 24 - New York, NY @ Bowery Ballroom ^ [SOLD OUT] Thu. July 25 - New York, NY @ Bowery Ballroom # [SOLD OUT] Fri. July 26 - Philadelphia, PA @ World Cafe Live # Sat. July 27 - Cambridge, MA @ The Sinclair # Mon. July 29 - Washington, DC @ The Howard Theatre # Tue. July 30 - Saxapahaw, NC @ Haw River Ballroom # Fri. Aug. 2 - Nashville, TN @ Basement East # Sat. Aug. 3 - Atlanta, GA @ Terminal West # * = with Joanna Sternberg ~ = with Astrid Sonne % =  with Tony Molina ^ = with June McDoom  # = with @

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"Sparks Fly: The Taylor Swift Experience" – A Tribute Worthy of the Spotlight

Meet Samantha, the phenomenal talent behind "Sparks Fly: The Taylor Swift Experience." Hailing from Joliet, Illinois, Samantha's musical journey began at the tender age of five when she first sat down at the piano keys. However, her path to the big stage was paved not just by her own passion but also by the musical legacy of her parents, who continue to shine professionally in the vibrant Chicagoland music scene.

With music and instruments as an integral part of her upbringing, Samantha's journey led her to pick up the guitar and start strumming to the tunes of her early musical idol, Taylor Swift. In fact, one of Sammy Jo's very first public performances featured the iconic T. Swift smash hit, "Teardrops on My Guitar." It was in those early moments that she developed an unshakable admiration for Taylor's unparalleled songwriting prowess and storytelling abilities.

Over the years, Samantha honed her craft, performing many of her favorite Taylor Swift songs in coffee houses, enchanting audiences at weddings, and delivering unforgettable musical moments at special events. Her passion for Taylor Swift's music led her to new horizons, culminating in her role as the lead vocalist of the professional country band, Summer Son. There, she further refined her artistry and stage presence, readying herself for the tribute act that would truly pay homage to one of the greatest catalogs and talents in modern music.

Now, Sammy Jo stands poised to offer fans and audiences an authentic Taylor Swift experience that's bursting with admiration and talent. With "Sparks Fly: The Taylor Swift Experience," she channels the essence of Taylor's music, bringing to life the hits that have taken the world by storm.

If you're seeking to hire or book a Taylor Swift tribute act that does justice to the magic of Taylor's music, look no further than "Sparks Fly." Samantha's heartfelt dedication and undeniable talent make her the perfect choice for any event where Taylor Swift's songs are destined to shine. Experience the allure and charm of Taylor Swift's music anew with "Sparks Fly: The Taylor Swift Experience."

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Planning a Great Gatsby Wedding in Chicago, IL.

It is also impossible not notice an allusion to the eternal charm of the 1920s, particularly in its pulsating urban area – Chicago. The Illinois gem provides an ideal setting for a “Great Gatsby”-style wedding replete with the ambiance of that decade. Selecting the Venue A perfect setting for such a Gatsby-themed event will be a place like that. A trip down memory lane, for instance, visiting landmarks such as the Palmer House Hilton, one of a kind hotel with crystal ballrooms adorned with intricate details, which depict rich history, luxury, and opulence, that one imagines would be the scene in Fashioning the Era Dressing up the bridal party in the iconic style of the Jazz Age. Go with flapper-style dresses adorned with tassels, feathers and sparkly beads for an injection of twenties glamour. Dapper tuxedos with classic bow ties and suspender also add spice to grooms and groomsmen making them look like debonairs of the world. Finish up by adding art deco-inspired jewellery and head pieces for a touch of vintage feel to this look. Luxurious Decor and Details Add exquisite embellishments to the décor reflecting this opulence of the olden days, such as jazz. Lavish flowery pieces, glittered candlesticks and gilt plate settings accentuate elegancy. The usage of gold, black and ivory as a color palette and an art deco pattern and design makes it more genuine. Jazzy Entertainment Lively entertainment evocative of the 1920’s completes no Gatsby-inspired celebration at all. Hire a swing band or a jazzy orchestrate to sing songs that embodies the zeal of the period. Create an atmosphere where other guests will be encouraged to join the dance floor for their part of the Jazz Age. Impress your visitors with an old-fashioned speakeasy cocktail bar offering the likes of mint julep and sidecar in the spirit of prohibition. Having a Gatsby’s inspired wedding dress in downtown Chicago will bring back the glamor and romance of the 20’s era, creating memories that will last forever for you and your guests. You can make this timeless era come alive by embracing the glitter in this era and having a lavish yet classic party.

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Slow Pulp - "Broadview"

Chicago based dream-rockers, Slow Pulp, will release their new album, Yard, on September 29th through ANTI-. "Broadview" finds the band exploring a rustic folk sound with themes of regret and nostalgia. You can see them live on a North American tour starting in October. they will play the Amsterdam Bar & Hall in Saint Paul on Thursday, October 5th. W/ Babehoven

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Slow Pulp Tour Dates:

Wed. Oct. 04 - Milwaukee, WI @ Colectivo - Backroom %

Thu. Oct. 05 - Minneapolis, MN @ Amsterdam Hall %

Fri. Oct 06 - Omaha, NE @ Slowdown %

Sun. Oct. 08 - Denver, CO @ Globe Hall % - SOLD OUT

Tue. Oct. 10 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Kilby Court & [Early Show]

Tue. Oct. 10 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Kilby Court % [Late Show] - SOLD OUT

Thu. Oct. 12 - Seattle, WA @ Neumos %

Fri. Oct. 13 - Vancouver, BC @ The Pearl on Granville %

Sat. Oct. 14 - Portland, OR @ Aladdin Theatre %

Mon. Oct. 16 - San Francisco, CA @ The Chapel %

Wed. Oct. 18 - Los Angeles, CA @ Teragram Ballroom %

Fri. Oct. 20 - San Diego, CA @ Voodoo % - SOLD OUT

Sat. Oct. 21 - Santa Ana, CA @ Constellation Room % - SOLD OUT

Sun. Oct. 22 - Phoenix, AZ @ Rebel Lounge %

Tue. Oct. 24 - Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall %

Wed. Oct. 25 - Dallas, TX @ Club Dada %

Thu. Oct. 26 - Austin, TX @ The Parish %

Sat. Oct. 28 - Atlanta, GA @ Purgatory %

Sun. Oct. 29 - Durham, NC @ Motoco %

Mon. Oct. 30 - Washington, DC @ Union Stage %

Tue. Oct. 31 - Philadelphia, PA @ The Foundry %

Wed. Nov. 1 - New York, NY @ Bowery Ballroom % - SOLD OUT

Fri. Nov. 3 - Boston, MA @ Brighton Music Hall % - SOLD OUT

Sat. Nov. 4 - New York, NY @ Bowery Ballroom %

Mon. Nov. 6 - Montreal, QC @ Bar Le Ritz %

Tue. Nov. 7 - Toronto, ON @ Horseshoe Tavern %

Fri. Nov. 10 - Madison, WI @ Majestic Theater %

Sat. Nov. 11 - Chicago, IL @ Thalia Hall %

Wed. Nov. 29 - Leeds, UK @ Brudenell Social Club #

Thu. Nov. 30 - Liverpool, UK @ Jimmy’s #

Fri. Dec. 1 - Glasgow, UK @ The Hug and Pint # - SOLD OUT

Sat. Dec. 2 - Dublin, IR @ The Workman's Club #

Mon. Dec. 4 - Manchester, UK @ YES (Basement) # - SOLD OUT

Tue. Dec. 5 - Bristol, UK @ Strange Brew #

Wed. Dec. 6 - London, UK @ The Garage #

Thu. Dec. 7 - Brighton, UK @ The Green Door Store #

Sat. Dec. 9 - Amsterdam, NL @ Paradiso Upstairs

Sun. Dec. 10 - Antwerp, BE @ TRIX #

Mon. Dec. 11 - Paris, FR @ L’International #

Wed. Dec. 13 - Berlin, DE @ Badehaus Szimpla #

Thu. Dec. 14 - Leipzig, DE @ Conne Island #

Fri. Dec. 15 - Schorndorf, DE @ Manufaktur #

Sat. Dec. 16 - Munster, DE @ Gleis 22 #

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Explore a stunning selection of wedding bands in Chicago, IL, at James & Sons Fine Jewelers. Find the perfect symbol of your love with our diverse range of styles. Visit us today at James & Sons!

[anconajeweler]

Ancona Jewelers is a premier jewelry store in Chicago, IL that specializes in wedding rings for women. We offer a wide selection of stunning rings crafted with the finest materials. Our experienced staff can help you find the perfect ring for your special day. Ancona Jewelers is committed to providing superior quality and service for every customer.

[unitytheband]

#Chicago's #420 #Party This Coming Wed Evening April 20th, Unity The Band will be performing at Teddy O'Brian's - 432 Sheridan Road, Highwood, IL. Music@7pm. Come Join Us & enjoy some reggae vibes!! #rootsmusic #reggae #livemusic #unitytheband #HighwoodIL

[daggerzine]

Being Dead- EELS (Bayonet Records)

Austin’s Being Dead are back at it again with 16 songs that cover the gammit in under 40 minutes. Best friends Falcon Bitch (Juli Keller) and Shmoofy (Cody Dosier) are joined by Nicole Roman-Johnston on bass when touring. EELS was produced, recorded, and mixed by John Congleton along with additional production help from Shmoofy and Falcon Bitch. The album was mastered by Heba Kadry. “Godzilla Rises” kicks things off with blasting guitars, rockin’ rhythm section, and swirling harmonies. Up next, “Van Goes” is a quirky, bouncy number on speed. This would be a good one to hear live. Here’s the video:

”Blanket of my Bone” begins with a “So You Wanna Be A Rock And Roll Star” riff, but it ends there with those soaring vocals. “Problems” slows things down a bit with a beautiful flute and then a gorgeous melody with harmonies. “Firefighters” is a mash-up of X and The B-52’s with its blast of fuzzy guitars and soaring vocals. Watch here:

“Dragons II” is a short acoustic track mostly sung by Shmoofy, “I’m not Prince Charming in a Cinderella tale, There’s no sisters to fight off, There’s no pumpkin to ride on, There’s no slipper to wear.” “Nightvision” starts off as a soft, acoustic number with “ahhing” vocals, but then the rest of the band joins in with, “From the sea came troubled people pacing, they’re pacing about, Nervously complaining and turning around, Glad I am awake now, ahh ahh.” “Storybook Bay” is a very short instrumental tape loop going out of control. Next up, “Gazing at Footwear” is a floating, spacy mostly instrumental number that eventually blasts with synths. “Big Bovine” continues the speedy delivery, only this time the bouncing between both vocalists is the highlight. By throwing some quirky Sufjan-ish melodies (with banjos!) in the mix, it's probably my favorite on the album. “Ballerina” is a fun, DEVO-inspired song with throbbing bass. Dr. Seuss would approve, “Left foot right foot, Up foot down foot, Spin your partner all around foot.” “Rock n' Roll Hurts” is a repetitive jangle that turns into a screeching alarm and laughter. “Love Machine” is a bouncy, quirky tune that brings The Softies and The Roches together. “Feed him gold, set to mode, Sad to say, when I don’t, I pine, I pine (12x!!)” Next, “I Was a Tunnel” is another short, soft, echo-laden vocal exercise. “Goodnight”(no, it’s not the last song) is the closest to country Being Dead gets, but with its Mamas & Papas vocals, it ventures off into another genre. Here's the video:

The album closes out with “Lilypad Lane.” It’s a short, somber organ instrumental that really leaves the listener wondering “just what the heck will this band do next??” I know I will be waiting. ERIC EGGLESON Catch Being Dead live on tour: Fri. Sept. 27 - Austin, TX @ Radio East Sat. Oct. 12 - Austin, TX @ Austin City Limits Mon. Oct. 14 - Atlanta, GA @ 529 Club Tue. Oct. 15 - Richmond, VA @ The Camel Wed. Oct. 16 - Washington, DC @ Comet Ping Pong Fri. Oct. 18 - Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Made Sat. Oct. 19 - Philadelphia, PA @ PhilaMOCA Mon. Oct. 21 - Boston, MA @ The Rockwell Tue. Oct. 22 - Montreal, QC @ L’Esco Wed. Oct. 23 - Toronto, ON @ The Baby G Fri. Oct. 25 - Chicago, IL @ Empty Bottle Sun. Oct. 27 - Cincinnati, OH @ MOTR Pub Tue. Oct. 29 - Louisville, KY @ The Whirling Tiger Thu. Oct. 31 - Nashville, TN @ The Blue Room at Third Man Records Sat. Nov. 2 - Dallas, TX @ Club Dada

(Photo Credit: Athen Smith) https://www.bayonetrecords.com/pages/beingdead https://beingdead.bandcamp.com/music

[drsmusicilus-blog]

David Rothstein Music, Inc. - #1 Wedding Entertainment Band Chicago

David Rothstein Music was started with the idea that every couple deserved to get the highest quality music that is based on what they love instead what they trends say.

We're a complete live music company that provides couples with the most professional music for their ceremony and reception. We include a separate MC, DJ, Sound System, lighting and meaningful personal touches.

Our wedding band has a song list of 3,000 songs and offers unlimited song requests. The dance floor will jammed packed with all of your guests. We're super organized and with over 20 years of experience we really know what we're doing.

We'll even donate your wedding flowers to a nursing home the next morning. Chicagoland's #1 Wedding Band!

Phone : (773) 719-7610

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Address : 3314 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA

Working Hours : Monday - Sunday : 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

[musicdavidrothstein-blog]

David Rothstein Music, Inc. - #1 Wedding Entertainment Band Chicago

David Rothstein Music was started with the idea that every couple deserved to get the highest quality music that is based on what they love instead what they trends say. We're a complete live music company that provides couples with the most professional music for their ceremony and reception. We include a separate MC, DJ, Sound System, lighting and meaningful personal touches. Our wedding band has a song list of 3,000 songs and offers unlimited song requests. The dance floor will jammed packed with all of your guests. We're super organized and with over 20 years of experience we really know what we're doing. We'll even donate your wedding flowers to a nursing home the next morning. Chicagoland's #1 Wedding Band! Contact us: David Rothstein Music, Inc. - #1 Wedding Entertainment Band Chicago 3314 Central St, IL, United States, 60201 (773) 719-7610 https://drsmusic.com/ h