Allister’s Scott Murphy and Weezer’s Rivers Cuomo have joined forces to release their self-titled debut album, “Scott & Rivers,” which is almost entirely in Japanese.

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By Carly Bush Posted in News Allister, alternative rock, Chicago, japan, Los Angeles, pop punk, Rivers Cuomo, Scott & Rivers, Scott Murphy, Weezer

Confetti All Over the Place

Hailing from the Windy City, the percussion based band A Lull started when Nigel Dennis and Todd Miller’s previous band broke up in 2008. Since then, the duo have collaborated with numerous friends and musicians to create their own unique sound. Now as an 8-piece band, they’ve finally released their debut Confetti, a booming, progressive piece with countless layers of sounds and influences. Read more…

By Theo Madla Posted in Reviews A Lull, Chicago, Confetti

Dave Matthews Band have announced the second of four summer tours, this one taking place July 8-10 in Lakeside, Chicago.  The lineup features a wide array of performers, including Kid Cudi, Flaming Lips, David Gray, O.A.R., and Ben Folds.  Check out the full lineup after the jump. Read more…

By Emily Damon Posted in News Ben Folds, Chicago, Dave Matthews Band, David Gray, Kid Cudi