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Sounds of Good News presents ‘Give Thanks!’ event Nov. 21

From press release Sounds of Good News Productions (SOGN) cordially invites everyone to attend their annual “Give Thanks!” (a musical community
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November 17, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

On Music: Free Kennedy: Two arts, one sound

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer It’s not known whether recording artist Free Kennedy has risked turning the volume past the comforts of
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November 10, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

RAMI Awards no longer a popularity contest in their 20th year

Selection of winners shifts from general public to RAMI Association members From press release The Rockford Area Music Industry (RAMI) Committee has
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November 10, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Drew Nelson to perform for Charlotte’s Web Nov. 13

From press release Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts welcomes singer/songwriter Drew Nelson at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 13, at JustGoods
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November 10, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Jacqueline Schwab performs benefit for Carpenter’s Place Nov. 12

From press release Jacqueline Schwab will perform her Rockford premiere concert to benefit Carpenter’s Place at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 12,
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November 10, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Symphony presents An American in Paris, Carmina Burana Nov. 13

From press release Rockford Symphony Orchestra (RSO) presents two epic orchestral works at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 13, at the Coronado
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November 10, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

DVD/CD Review: Twisted Sister reunion DVD/CD captures familiar punch

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Even after Dee Snider became the host of the syndicated radio juggernaut The House of Hair, metal
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November 3, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Miles Nielsen returns to Kryptonite for Halloween show

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Miles Nielsen isn’t letting a busy touring and recording agenda stop him from celebrating Halloween in Rockford.
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October 27, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Music Review: Taylor Swift’s third release more of the same, but deserves props

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer After Taylor Swift grabbed four Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year, before her 20th birthday, it
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October 27, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | 1 Comment

Symphony presents Halloween Pops Oct. 30 at Coronado

From press release The Rockford Symphony Orchestra (RSO) and the Coronado Performing Arts Center (CPAC) present Halloween Pops at 7:30 p.m.,
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October 27, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Vote for ‘RSO Star’ competition semi-finalists through Dec. 31

From press release Rockford Symphony Orchestra (RSO) has announced the following individuals are semi-finalists for the “RSO Star: Who Will It
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October 27, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

A Chorus Line takes Coronado stage Nov. 3

From press release The new production of the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical A Chorus Line comes to the Coronado
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October 27, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Groove Weasel to play reunion show Saturday, Oct. 23

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer While it’s been more than a year since members of Groove Weasel began talking about a reunion
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October 20, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Freeport Masonic Temple hosts Oktoberfest Oct. 24

From press release FREEPORT, Ill.—The Freeport Masonic Temple will host its fourth annual Oktoberfest from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m., Sunday, Oct.
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October 20, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Fall Groove Walk Oct. 16 in downtown Rockford

From press release The second annual Fall Groove Walk downtown live music event is from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Saturday,
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October 13, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Andreas Kapsalis & Goran Ivanovic perform at JustGoods Oct. 15

From press release The Andreas Kapsalis & Goran Ivanovic Guitar Duo celebrates the continental tradition of guitar performance. As composers, they
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October 13, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Second City Barbershop Chorus at Maddox Theatre Oct. 16

From press release A benefit concert for the Rockford College Alan Hutchcroft Alternative Spring Break featuring the Rockford Second City Barbershop
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October 13, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Roy Book Binder performs at JustGoods Oct. 8

From press release Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts will present “a decades-overdue return engagement” featuring Roy Book Binder at 7:30
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October 6, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Mendelssohn campaign celebration set for Oct. 20

From press release The Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center presents its “An Evening in C Major” Annual Campaign Celebration from 5:30 to
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October 6, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

LustKillers perform at Krypto

The LustKillers (Bryan Wilkinson, left, and Adam Becvare) performed an acoustic show titled “Lust and Daggers” at Krypto Music Lounge
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October 6, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | 2 Comments

Roots artist Spencer Bohren to play Blues in the Schools, JustGoods

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Roots musician and bluesman Spencer Bohren will perform three shows in Rockford Tuesday, Oct. 5, the Crossroads
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September 29, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Sounds of Good News is ‘Jazzin’ It Up’ in September

From press release Carl and Dianna Cole of Sounds Of Good News (SOGN) Productions are “Jazzin’ It Up” with their annual
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September 22, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Pimps land deal with Crustacean Records

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Madison, Wis.-based Crustacean Records announced the addition of Rockford band The Pimps to its roster. The deal
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September 22, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Music Review: Katy Perry release not a ‘Teenage Dream’ worth remembering

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Jumping ship from a Christian label to the mainstream pop world is a feat worth mentioning. Amy
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September 22, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Doug MacLeod takes stage at JustGoods Sept. 19

From press release Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts and the Crossroads Blues Society are teaming up to bring you “A
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September 15, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Local band rallies in fan’s cancer battle

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer A local music fan has plenty of support in his battle with cancer. Vern Smith, sometimes known
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September 8, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | 2 Comments

Charlotte’s Web presents Bryan Bowers in concert Sept. 10

From press release Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts opens its 39th season with Bryan Bowers in concert at 7:30 p.m.,
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September 8, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Music Academy of Rockford College unveils 25th anniversary season

From press release In honor of its 25th anniversary, the Music Academy of Rockford College plans a special 2010-11 season of
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September 8, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Middlewest Music & Arts Fest Sept. 10-11 in DeKalb

From press release DEKALB, Ill.—Middlewest Music & Arts Fest will be Friday and Saturday, Sept. 10-11, throughout downtown DeKalb, Ill. Similar to
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September 8, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

On the Waterfront 2010: Weird Al, Billy Idol, Adam Lambert and RAMI Youth Charity Jam bands entertain

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September 8, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Weird Al, Dierks Bentley, Hinder, Adam Lambert, Billy Idol headline 27th On the Waterfront Sept. 2-5

From staff reports Rockford’s 27th annual On the Waterfront (OTW) Festival brings music, movies, food and fun for all ages to
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September 1, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Movie Review: Doors documentary captures ’60s, Jim Morrison–the artist

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer When Doors keyboardist Ray Manzarek mentioned a documentary about the band was in the works, there was
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September 1, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Corey Chisel, Miles Nielson perform at Block 5 Festival Aug. 28

From press release Music aficionados, food lovers and fans of pedicures, salons and boutiques all know Block 5 (500 block
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August 25, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Byron Crossroads Blues Festival set for Aug. 28

From press release BYRON, Ill.—The Inaugural Byron Crossroads Blues Festival is being held from noon to midnight, Saturday, Aug. 28. Tickets for
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August 25, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | 1 Comment

Michael Miller performs at JustGoods Aug. 27

From press release Southern California troubadour Michael Miller will perform an all-ages show at JustGoods, 201 Seventh St., Rockford, Friday, Aug.
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August 25, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Mike Williamson Trio in concert at Tinker Aug. 22

From press release Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens is celebrating the rich heritage of Rockford with the “Tinker with Music”
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August 18, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Auditions Aug. 23 for Rockford Symphony Youth Orchestra

From press release Rockford Symphony Youth Orchestra (RSYO) will hold auditions Aug. 23 at Riverfront Museum Park, 711 N. Main St.,
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August 18, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Madison geek rockers bring interactive show to Freeport Friday, Aug. 13

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Billed as the KISS of geek rock and the Van Halen for nerds, Madison’s Sunspot will bring
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August 11, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Country star Rodney Atkins at Boone County Fair Aug. 13

From press release Country music star Rodney Atkins will be in Belvidere, Ill., to perform at the Boone County Fair on
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August 11, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Kurt Elling to perform in benefit for UCEF at Coronado

By Susan Johnson Copy Editor World-renowned jazz vocalist and Grammy winner Kurt Elling returns to Rockford to perform in a benefit
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August 4, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Rockford native, Grammy winner Kurt Elling at Coronado Aug. 6

From press release Rockford native Kurt Elling will be in concert at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Aug. 6, at the Coronado Performing
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July 28, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Hot Fest for Hospice July 25 at Sinnissippi

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Hot Fest for Hospice will be Sunday, July 25, at Sinnissippi Park. The event, which was named
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July 21, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

American Idol feeder contest winner mesmerizes teens at City Market

Rockford’s new City Market was filled with the screams of teen-aged girls Friday night, July 16—not because they were terrorized,
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July 21, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Charlotte’s Web presents soul, R&B band Too Deep at Sinnissippi July 24

From press release For the final concert of its 12th Annual Sinnissippi Summer Series, Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts presents
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July 21, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Local band finalist in national talent search

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Since May, Rockford-based band The Poets Dance has been turning heads of national talent scouts, playing their
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July 14, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Drive-By Truckers play Otto’s July 11

By Joe McGehee Staff Writer Drive-By Truckers will take the stage Sunday, July 11, at Otto’s in DeKalb, as they continue to
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July 7, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Goodyear Pimps headline July 3 Green Light Night on Main Street

From press release The Second Green Light Nights event Saturday, July 3, features headliners The Goodyear Pimps with NIL8, Geronimo! and
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June 30, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Clock Tower to host ‘Blues Around the Clock’ Aug. 7

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer The vibrant Rockford-area festival season will be even more exciting for more music fans this year.
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June 30, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment News | 2 Comments

Sheet Music Festival July 10 at JustGoods

From press release The Third Annual Sheet Music Festival will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, July 10, at
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June 30, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)

Charlotte’s Web presents Treasa LaVasseur

From press release Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts announces its 12th Annual Sinnissippi Summer Series, beginning with Treasa LeVasseur,
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June 23, 2010 | Also published in Music> Vibe Entertainment News | Comments (0)


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