Friday, June 29th

6:00 pm – Pat Smillie Band
Detroit born but Chicago bred, Pat Smillie nicely blends blues and soul. Pat Smillie is an amazing vocalist, with a soulful expressive voice. He doesn’t just sing; he feels the songs, and he’ll make you feel them, too. It’s almost as if he becomes possessed by the music. That’s how deep it goes. Without a doubt Smillie and his band have been a revered local fixture for more than a decade. Pounding blues rock, funky soul, slick urban R&B, smooth ballads, and even a taste of country.
http://www.patsmillie.com

 

8:00 pm – Mitch Ryder & The Detroit Wheels
There’s certainly nothing nostalgic about the charged music here- no one, but no one, ever kicked out the rockin’ R&B jams better than Mitch Ryder & The Detroit Wheels. The tragedy is that mismanagement, and show biz machinations sidetracked a great band and- the financial inequity aside- quite possibly prevented Mitch Ryder from tapping his full potential as a singer. But all these problems can’t erase the indelible rush of The Detroit Wheels shifting into over-drive with that imitable, fiery voice flying over the top.
http://www.mitchryder.net/

Saturday, June 30th

6:00 pm – The Fold
A high energy rock-pop band from Chicago, Illinois. They have released two full length albums and one EP on Tooth & Nail Records, and an independent album in 2009. Their single “Gravity” from the album This Too Shall Pass reached #1 on the CHR Rock charts. The guys of The Fold are carving out a path for themselves in the competitive world of independent music. “We know our sound and we know what we can do well,” says Castady. “This doesn’t ever have to end as long as we have the passion to keep doing it.”
http://www.thefoldrock.com

8:00 pm – Daryl Stuermer – Genesis Rewired
Virtuoso lead guitarist Daryl Stuermer of the super-group Genesis and Phil Collins has been touring the world to sold-out crowds since 1978, creating the signature guitar sound of the Phil Collins mega hits “In the Air Tonight” and “Easy Lover.” As co-writer of the Phil Collins 1989 Grammy Award Winning, Billboard No. 4 single “Something Happened on the Way to Heaven,” Stuermer continues to write music for his eight solo albums of original music and cover his favorite Genesis vocals and instrumentals along the way. His band is an exciting fusion of Stuermer’s unique Genesis renditions, creating an unforgettable evening that reinvents the Genesis experience.
http://www.darylstuermer.com

Sunday, July 1st

6:00 pm – ARRA
Simply stated, Arra is one of the best and largest drawing classic rock cover bands in the Chicagoland area and has been for over 2 decades! Performing the biggest hits by the biggest bands of all times with precision and excellence is the secret to our success. Our unparalleled vocal harmonies and incredible musicianship has contributed to Arra becoming one of the most sought after club, festival and corporate bands in the Chicago area market. Arra has been playing to standing room only crowds in Chicagoland, Rockford and Wisconsin. We have performed with some of the biggest bands and performers of all time such as, Kansas, .38 Special, Survivor, Rare Earth, UFO, Molly Hatchet, The Ides of March, Billy Squire, Steppenwolf, Paul Rodgers from Bad Company and Dennis DeYoung from Styx.
http://arraweb.com

8:00 pm – Think Floyd USA
Think Floyd USA: The American Pink Floyd Show is the #1 live touring production of Pink Floyd music in America. Think Floyd USA (TFUSA) takes listeners on a musical and visual ight through the Pink Floyd galaxy, celebrating over 40 years of timeless and unforgetable Pink Floyd music.TFUSA has been the choice for venues, theaters, fairs, festivals, and casinos across the country, astounding fans and critics alike with their high energy performances and phenomenal light show. TFUSA has been featured in several major music industry magazines, including Singer & Musician, Front of the House, and PLS. In 2009, the band headlined “Great Gig in the Sea,” a Pink Floyd themed cruise to the Bahamas sponsored by Carnival Cruise Lines. This summer, for the second straight year, TFUSA will be headlining at Milwaukee’s Summerfest and the Wisconsin State Fair.
http://thinkfloydlive.com

Friday, June 29th

3:00 pm – Broken Tension
 http://soundcloud.com/broken-tension

 

 

 

 

5:00 pm – Karen Hart Band
Chicagoland’s premiere female-fronted Classic Rock cover band!! “I love these guys” says Kori Chambers from FOX News Chicago, “These guys are awesome” reported Kim Vatis from NBC 5 News Chicago. Just a few of the comments made by local morning show personalities when talking about the Karen Hart Band (KHB) as they opened the 2008 Taste of Chicago on LIVE TV. Karen fronts this talented group of musicians with her powerful vocals and endless energy. She does not limit herself to just female artists, she ROCKS on all the great songs with a song selection that makes you want to move. KHB is diverse, what sets them apart is the fact they are a rock solid band with four experienced musicians who all sing lead and background vocals providing the variety people continue to come out and see. Ask their fans who voted! KHB won Best Classic Rock Band, Best Female Front for a Band and Best Rock Band in Suburban’s NiteLife’s “Best of the Burbs” contest. http://karenhartband.com

9:00 pm – Sixteen Candles
Established in 2003. Re-established in 2006. 16 Candles makes it their personal duty and pleasure to bring all the great 80′s songs you love to life in full force. Their attention to detail and commitment to entertainment captivates audiences and inspires new ways of dancing and thinking (not to mention drinking).
http://www.sixteencandlesband.com

 

 

 

Saturday, June 30th

1:00 pm - Tomorrows Alliance
http://tomorrowsalliance.com/

 

 

 

 

5:00 pm – Strong Enough
Lisle’s very own! Lisle’s Laurie Blasing brings the music of Sheryl Crow to life in this talented local Sheryl Crow tribute band. Along with her lead guitar playing husband Joe, Lisle drummer Mike Shuta, rhythm guitar player Bill Bolan, bass player Tom Long and back up vocalist extrodinairre Kristen Barnes, Strong Enough serves up a healthy and energetic dose of Sheryl Crow hits.
http://myspace.com/strongenoughband

7:00 pm – Fender Benders
We are five versatile musicians, each of whom has been performing in rock bands for 20-40 years (for a total of more than 150 years individual performing experience). We have been together for eight years… with the same band members! Our repertoire includes songs everybody knows: true “classics” from the golden age of rock: the late 60s, the 70s, and the early 80s. Our sound is genuine and true to the genre, with full instrumentation on vintage instruments (including all-tube guitar and keyboard amps), rich lead vocals, and tight harmonies.
http://fenderbenders.org

9:00 pm – 7th Heaven
24 years playing the local scene. 250 bookings a year. Life long friends committed to leaving it all out on the stage NTD Records recording artists 7th heaven boasts these and other incredible accomplishments. The lead singer, winner of the British TV version of American Idol known as Pop Stars, was brought in straight from Northern Ireland. He owns a gold disc on Jive records. The band has set attendance records at major night clubs across the tri-state region. Record sales nearing 30,000 units sold and digital offerings are available on iTUNES, Amazon, and such. This is the premier Chicago festival act according to prominent talent buyers in Illinois. The critically acclaimed website “Barstar” refers to 7th Heaven as one of the 3 best bands in Chicago. (They couldn’t or wouldn’t pick just one.) 30 songs in 30 minutes. Believe it can’t be done? WATCH! Dead on renditions of Def Lepard, The Beatles, Bon Jovi, Journey and even U2 are delivered at a frenetic pace driving audiences to literally be dancing in the streets. Musicianship, theatrics, and that unmistakable Irish brogue fuel original songs that came straight from the radio play-list. Are you a Cubs fan? Listen for 7th Heaven all summer long during telecasts and you will hear their current smash hit “This Summer’s Gonna Last Forever”. How about you Bulls fans? 7th Heaven performed the National Anthem at the United Center before the Bulls/ Lakers game which was televised worldwide. This is the band your neighbors will be buzzing about for the rest of the summer. While the festivals only last a short time, for 7th Heaven’s fans, old and new a like, they will remember the experience of seeing and hearing them now because, as their song says – THIS SUMMER’S GONNA LAST FOREVER!
http://www.7thheavenband.com/

Sunday, July 1st

1:00 pm – Kashmir Led Zeppelin Tribute Band
Kashmir was formed in late 2001, after guitarist Frank Livingston decided to form a show based on substance and feel rather than just “fitting the suit”. “It is important to look the part, but way too often tribute bands seem to forget that without the sound, the look does nothing”. KASHMIR is a very entertaining show bringing only the best of LED ZEPPELIN to their fans. KASHMIR seeks to re-create the experience of a 70′s Zeppelin show utilizing authentic vintage stage gear, costumes, and special effects, with great attention to detail in a non pretentious way. But most importantly, KASHMIR does not take liberties on improving the music. Led Zeppelin should be played as it was using only the equipment of the era, and should be reproduced dead on with great respect and admiration. “It’s not about us, it’s about Led Zeppelin”. KASHMIR performs Led Zeppelin’s entire catalog including Led’s Zeppelin’s classic movie, The Song Remains The Same. http://kashmirchicago.com

3:00 pm – Hot Rocks
Selected by Paramount-Stones-Scorsese to represent the Midwest, Hot Rocks presents an all-ages total celebration, theater-like “Rolling Stones” experience with the music, the look, the costumes and energy. Since 1994, Hot Rocks has rocked all types of public and private events including weddings and corporate events throughout the Chicago area and Midwest. http://hotrocksband.com/

 

 

5:00 pm – The Hat Guys
The Hat Guys are a Chicago based cover band that plays fun, popular, and danceable music ranging from Disco, Rock, Pop and Club. We have had tremendous success engaging audiences with a mix of solid musicianship, top-notch show, energetic dancing, and a signature look. The range of music makes The Hat Guys perfect for most settings including Festivals, Private Parties, Corporate Events and Clubs. The Hat Guys are accomplished musicians, each with many years of experience entertaining in Chicago as well as at a national level. EVERY event and club played to date has asked the group for return performances, typically booking months in advance. Rest assured, this is a band that goes out of its way to ensure a high energy, quality performance and professional business relationship.
http://www.thehatguys.com

7:00 pm – Rock Candy
Rock Candy is “Sweetness for your Ears!”. Playing a mix of Dance, Hip Hop, Pop Rock and 80′s, there is definitely something for everyone in this Chicago based party band. With lead singer Molly Callinan, returning from her off broadway debut in The Dirty Dancing Musical, who brings both an incredible voice and a fun performance to the stage. Molly is backed by a band filled with talented musicians who take great pride in the quality of their sounds and the variety of the music they perform. Band members include: Steve Schmidt, Mark Angres, Will Tiu and Gareth Fewel.
www.rockcandychicago.com

9:00 pm – Wedding Banned
Skip the ceremony and start the party! Wedding Banned is a musical experience, a show, an event and something you will not forget. Like a bat out of hell from Gas City, In., Wedding Banned has become the hottest party in the Midwest; playing all your favorite hits from the 80′s, 90′s and beyond. Wedding Banned picks two members from the audience to become the “bride” and “groom” and turns every show into the ultimate wedding reception. Whether it’s the bride and groom on stage during the garter toss, or beautiful ladies from the audience rocking with the band, you can throw the rules of a traditional rock show out the window. If you want to have one of those, “you should have been there nights,” come and see Wedding Banned!
http://www.weddingbanned.com/