Wednesday, November 23, 2016

Rock

Since the beginning of its creation, rock music has been breaking down barriers. Although it is often thought that rock music was only intended to rebel against the light, happy sock hop style of music, it has turned into so much more. 

Artist of the Week: David Bowie: He was a trendsetter and legend. He broke boundaries. David Bowie known for his risks in his fashion, his makeup and greatest of all his music. Even after his death, the light rock sound of “Heroes,” and “Space Oddity,” continue to be celebrated by so many generations after him. Even in his final years, Bowie continued to make songs like “Lazarus,” a hauntingly beautiful melody. It is no wonder that so many mourn his loss, but it is also no surprise that his influence continues to carry through the rock and roll community. 

Album of the Week: Californication: The seventh Red Hot Chili Peppers album and arguably the most popular leaves a memorable impression on all who not only explore it but really listen. Californication examines a variety of topics that don’t always present themselves in their other albums. These themes include lust, death, contemplations of suicide, drugs, travel, and of course, California. The sound of it reveals a softer, melodic side to the group. The main point behind the album was to “tell tales of wandering souls who’ve lost their way searching for the American dream in California.” I think this is the best description for this album. If you aren’t in the mood to listen to the full thing right away, I would suggest starting with “Californication,” “Road Trippin’,” or “Around the World.” I guarantee it will draw out the “wandering soul” that all of us secretly possess. 

Rock Discovery: Rhiannon- Fleetwood Mac, Good Feeling- The Violent Femmes, There Is A Light That Never Goes Out- The Smiths, All These Things That I’ve Done- The Killers, Snow (Hey Oh)- Red Hot Chili Peppers, Next Girl- Black Keys. Baby Says- The Kills, Take It or Leave It- Cage the Elephant 

Mellow rock: This Charming Man-The Smiths, And I love her-The Beatles, Her Majesty-The Beatles, Someday-Strokes, November Rain- Guns N’ Roses, Iris-The Goo Goo Dolls 

Upcoming Concerts 
Two Door Cinema Club - Aragon Ballroom - 11/25/16 - 8:30 pm 

Morrissey - Aragon Ballroom - Chicago, IL - 11/27/16 - 7:30 pm

Stevie Nicks - United Center - Chicago, IL - 12/03/16 - 7:00 pm

Cage The Elephant- Aragon Ballroom- Chicago, IL- 12/2/16- 7:00 pm 

Stevie Nicks - United Center - Chicago, IL - 12/03/16 - 7:00 pm 

Fitz and The Tantrums- Aragon Ballroom- Chicago, IL- 12/3/16- 7:00 pm 

Charlie Puth and James Bay- Chicago Theatre- 12/3/16- 7:30 pm

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