Showing posts with label Chicago. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Chicago. Show all posts

Wednesday, November 19, 2014

NEW TRACK: Sleigh Bells feat Tink "That Did It"

Sleigh Bells duo, Alexis Krauss and Derek Miller, teamed up with Chicago rapper, Tink, to debut a  killer collaboration with the track "That Did It." The track dropped yesterday via  Rolling Stone and was the product of Red Bull Sound Select after Sleigh Bells and Tink shared the stage at this year's SXSW music festival. We love  to hear Krauss' ethereal  vocals mashed up with Tink's rhyme, almost as much as we love the Chicago girl on her own. You can download the track on iTunes, or check it out via soundcloud below!


Wednesday, November 20, 2013

SOTW PRESENTS: Indie-pendent Dance Party at Beauty Bar Saturday!

Attention Chicago party people! Like the above artists? Wanna dance your pants off this Saturday? 
Join Stic-of-the-Week at Beauty Bar Chicago for music from Greg Corner (Dark Wave Disco) and Derek Berry (Rehab Mondays) and other guests...(TBA). No cover with RSVP at DO312 (click here to RSVP) and Hosted Old Style from 9 - 10 PM. 
We'll be raging from 9 -2 AM, so come ready to party!

Thursday, November 14, 2013

Krewella at the Aragon Saturday

Krewella will be at the  this Saturday, November 16 as a part of the Get Wet tour featuring Seven Lions and Candyland. For tickets and more information, click here
What shows are you seeing this weekend? 

Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Fort Frances - Chicago (Sufjan Stevens Cover)


Fort Frances will be playing at Lincoln Hall on Sunday, November 3. In honor of playing in our fair city the band concocted a cover of Sufjan Stevens' "Chicago". Stream and download the track, which is unbelievably pleasant, below. For more information on Fort Frances, check out their facebook page, HERE

Monday, September 30, 2013

Casimer & Casimir - O Sweet Joe Pye

Case of the Mondays? Take a break with this super sweet song from Chicago based uncle and nephew duo:  Casimer & Casimir "O Sweet Joe Pye." The Detroit natives found themselves joining forces in 2012 and spent their days with french film, 60s sounds and more 'til the band was born. Enjoy, because we certainly do.  

Monday, September 9, 2013

My Gold Mask - Severed

Check out Chicago electronic pop, My Gold Mask's new single, Severed! The track has a dreamlike quality that is perfect for a lazy afternoon or chill night and we cannot get enough.

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Thursday, September 5, 2013

The Orwells - Who Needs You

You can stream Chicago DIY kids, The Orwells, upcoming EP, Who Needs You, now before its official release on September 10 at Spin. The band stays true to their garage sound that gets you dancing, ENJOY! Click here to stream the entire EP, but be sure to check out the video for title track, Who Needs You, below.



Thursday, August 22, 2013

Gemini Club - "Sparklers" Video

Take a break from your day to check out the brand new video from Stic-of-the-Week friends, Gemini Club, for their track, "Sparklers" produced by Red Bull Sound Select. We think it deserves two thumbs up, so be sure to check it out!

Thursday, August 1, 2013

Lollapalooza 2012 VS 2013

Every Lollapalooza there are ultimately some similarities between the way the lineup is organized for the massive festival. Various genres have to be considered so that Lollapalooza can truly provide something for every music lover. We've compiled a short list of some acts we're really quite excited to see this year and paired them with an artist who performed at last year's festival. Take this guide as a sort of.."If you liked them in 2012, then you'll be sure to LOVE this band in 2013.



2012     2013

Bassnectar
Steve Aoki



 


          




           
                            
Kendrick Lamar
  Childish Gambino  









                       

  Franz Ferdinand
    
The Killers









      

                       

Passion Pit
Phoenix










                                     

Santigold
Hot Chip











                                       

Lana del Rey
 Florence & The Machine 











    
                     


Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Pitchfork + Old Style Guide to Chicago


Our friends at Old Style sent us their guide to Chicago. Check it out by clicking here!

Monday, February 4, 2013

Fall Out Boy at Subterranean + New Single


After a 3 year hiatus, Fall Out Boy is back with a new song, "My Song Knows What You Did in the Dark," an album dropping on May 6th and a tour announcement starting tonight at the Subterranean. The show is sold out for tonight in Chicago, but in the mean time check out the new single and give a "Welcome Back" to the boys!

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Music Video: Wild Belle - "Keep You"

The Chicago sibling duo of Wild Belle just released a video for their single "Keep You." Watch below. 

Thursday, September 13, 2012

The look for less

fall mix and match

fall mix and match by jsnovak featuring calvin klein socks

While New York Fashion Week is in full swing showcasing all that is on trend for spring and summer 2013, let's take a moment to remind ourselves that it is finally fall. Finally time to bust out some of those looks we got oh so excited about in January during NYFW. This fall rules seem to go out the window in exchange for head to toe prints, mixing and matching and layering like nobody's business. Chicago, this season EVERYONE will layer. Anna Sui, Miu Miu, Prada, Marc Jacobs and so many more showcased a free falling palette of prints, textures and color that is sure to make a beautiful statement in any wardrobe. 

However, if you can't afford the looks right off the runway, then might I suggest shopping around, using some vintage finds mixed with lush fabrics to recreate the look for less! This season have fun with your wardrobe and step outside of fall conventions and mix and match to create an individual look that showcases your style and personality. 



Tall jacket
topshop.com


Paisley jacket
topshop.com


J Crew j crew
jcrew.com


Calvin klein socks
$21 - houseoffraser.co.uk


Paisley pants
topshop.com


Silk shorts
topshop.com


River Island green pants
$24 - riverisland.com


Jeffrey Campbell suede boots
urbanoutfitters.com


Dolce Vita low heels
urbanoutfitters.com


Ariella
80spurple.com


Round frame sunglasses
80spurple.com

Monday, July 23, 2012

What You Should be doing Tuesday Night


It takes some unique individuals with passion and good humor to make an impact in the music world. Enter Kenny Alden, front man for Magic Milk. After starting as the sole member and walking through a seemingly revolving door of band mates, it would seem as though Magic Milk has finally found some solidity in its members. With some friend making via Craig's List, Alden's trio has made their name as a solid contender in the garage rock scene in Chicago.  However if you ask him he'll tell you that their music is more “cellphone-knife-fight-psych-punk” that will hopefully, maybe just one day, get them noticed by Metallica, Alden says.  

Their numerous EPs have given them a solid foundation to progress into the larger scene of alternative music and they are currently working on a second album. Their most recent EP, Mellows, features a more well rounded collection of their sound than previous EPs, suggesting that this band will not solely belong to Chicago for too much longer. Check out their music via bandcamp, facebook or at their website by clicking here.

Their next show this Tuesday at the Subterranean  features not only Magic Milk, but also a variety of Chicago including Slushy, Dead Mellotron, The Bingers and more. It's set to be a rad night and for $8 , you can't really lose. Between Alden's encouraging antics of performing sans pants and the band's killer drums, courtesy of Maggie Laleman, every Magic Milk show offers a night of unapologetic fun that gets their audience out of their seats and on the floor. Pants off and party on.  

Magic Milk's Bandcamp can be accessed here: http://magicmilk.bandcamp.com/album/mellows

Tickets for the Sub-T show, Tuesday July 24 can be bought at the door OR here!

Saturday, June 23, 2012

Pride Weekend!

pride

With Pride taking over the streets of Chicago this weekend the inevitable question of what to wear  is bound to come. Pride festivities are a glorious thing for Chicago fashionistas because it gives a valuable excuse to wear anything, without restrain. On this oh so precious weekend the hidden gems of our closets are invited to come out to play. Thus the question is how to pay due to these items while still looking stylish and on trend. The key is to pick a statement piece and rock it out! Sequins, studs, rainbows and patterns galore are all valid options if you give them their own individual voice, rather than creating an overcomplicated outfit that doesn't transition back into your daily life. Pairing a statement skirt with a simple, monochromatic bralet beats the heat while still being fun and parade friendly. Incorporate glitter and sequins by pairing them with cotton basics to dress them down for daytime. By incorporating a focal point you can boast your wild style, while still remaining chic on the streets!  

pride by sticoftheweek featuring long sleeve blouses

Christopher Kane long sleeve blouse
£619 - farfetch.com

Petite Studded Bralet
$36 - topshop.com

Mid calf skirt
$70 - coast-stores.com

Christopher Kane long skirt
£619 - farfetch.com

IRO sequin hot shorts
£209 - farfetch.com

Petite Denim Zip Bralet
$32 - topshop.com

Jeffrey Campbell yellow boots
£125 - oxygenboutique.com

Heart shaped sunglasses
$4.99 - girlprops.com

Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Summer Shape Up at Solao Fitness & Dance

Our friends over at Solao Fitness & Dance in Bucktown are running a special in-house promo that ensures to get you "Beach Body" ready in no time! You get 90 Days of Unlimited Classes for only $149! They offer over 30 classes a week taught by a tight knit group of awesome instructors. Choose from Zumba, Cardio Kickboxing, Pilates Sculpt, Yoga, Spin, Piloxing and more! You can buy your class pass HERE.

For more info on Solao Fitness & Dance, find them on Facebook and Twitter, and to see class times and schedules, check out their website HERE!

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

An Interview with Walk the Moon



Walk the Moon recently rocked the Riv with Young the Giant.  As previously mentioned, I was in the emergency room while they were doing their thing, but I chatted with their bassist Kevin Ray on the phone after the fact.

"It's a dream come true," he says about his band's growing popularity.  They're on a break in Cleveland while I'm talking to him, but heading to an emergency room - one of their members might have food poisoning.  I offer my condolences, and ask how the journey to prominence in the music world has felt.
"We were so out of our minds a year ago,"  Kevin says. Everything was happening so fast, but now that they have a great team behind them, they feel a bit more prepared, he says.
"We feel like we're a little more mature."

So, I asked him, if you could have dinner with three musicians, alive or dead, who would they be?
This is not an easy question.  He takes his time and ponders, which I like. Quick answers aren't always the best.
His first choice is Flea from Red Hot Chili Peppers.
"He helped define what it means to be a live performer, especially for a bassist.  I'd love to pick his brain," Kevin says.  His second choice is either Keith Moon or John Bonham - unique drummers and performers that he admires. Last (but not at all least), Michael Jackson.
"He was such a kook.  It would have been amazing to get to know him myself."

It's not just about the music for Walk the Moon - there's a package (which you can see from their video).
"We all really, really like performing," says Kevin.  "All of us are very big on letting our personalities show on stage."

I ask if he has anything else to tell Chicago.
"We're so thankful for all the love we've gotten," he says.  "It feels like sort of a second home for us."

I'm sorry to have missed their show. I'll have to catch it next time around, and wear some face paint.

Friday, February 24, 2012

Wild Belle - "Keep You"



Check out this song by Chicago duo Wild Belle.  Elliot Bergman's sax and keys paired with Natalie Bergman's voice and a slow, groovy beat make this song totally delicious (just like the cake I am currently baking.)  Local music all the way.

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