CHAMPAGNE by THE SHAMS BAND
September 24, 2010 by Harmonica Dunn
Filed under Audio/Visual, Bands News, CRC on the Road, Recent Buzz, Uncategorized, Upcoming "CRC Presents" Shows

CHECK OUT THE SHAMS BAND FIRST RECORD “CHAMPAGNE”
AVAILABLE NOW FOR DOWNLOAD NOW
http://theshamsband.bandcamp.com/
Chicago Roots Collective Lincoln Hall Showcase VI
August 24, 2010 by Harmonica Dunn
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Chicago Roots Collective Showcase VI
with
Deanna Devore
…http://www.myspace.com/deannadevore
Cole DeGenova & The People’s Republic
http://www.myspace.com/thepeoplesrepublicmusic
Harris & The Mood
http://www.myspace.com/harristhemood
Paper Thick Walls
http://www.myspace.com/paperthickwalls
Funk & Sould DJ sets by DJRC
http://funkandsoulrevue.blogspot.com/
Art on display by Max Bjornson
http://www.myspace.com/maxmatter
Doors at 7pm, $8
Buy your tickets here http://lincolnhallchicago.com/Shows/08-25-2010+Deanna+Devore
Chicago Roots Collective featured on Windy City Rock
June 14, 2010 by Harmonica Dunn
Filed under Bands News, Recent Buzz, Uncategorized, Upcoming "CRC Presents" Shows

Check this out: The Chicago Roots Collective
One year ago in this fine city, several musicians got together with the common goal of supporting each other and each others’ music. The idea emerged among them that perhaps they could further their progress, professionally and creatively, while traversing Chicago’s music scene in a unique way – as [...]
CRC Showcase IV
June 6, 2010 by admin
Filed under Recent Buzz, Upcoming "CRC Presents" Shows

The CRC will present its 4th Showcase at Lincoln Hall on June 20th.
CRC Bands Jackpot Donnie and Molehill will perform as well as The Gentlemen’s Club, Soul Vendor and Jimmy Zangrilli.
Music starts at 7:30
You can buy advance tickets here:
$7 at the door.
SXSW a great success for Band Called Catch!
March 21, 2010 by bandcalledcatch
Filed under Bands News, CRC on the Road, Recent Buzz

Hello everyone,
It’s 3:57 am. Sunday morning. Doug’s behind the wheel, Eli’s in the
passenger seat, and the rest of the band is passed out. We realized we
haven’t posted any journey blogs recently so we thought this would be a
good time for one.
Our journey began last Friday night when we got
booked in a last minute slot at [...]
Live Music at Double Door: The Giving Tree Band, The Shams Band, Todd Kessler and the New Folk, The Future Laureates
March 4, 2010 by Harmonica Dunn
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CRC and Chicago Bluegrass and Blues Festival Present:
The Giving Tree Band, The Shams Band,
Todd Kessler and the New Folk, The Future Laureates
Live Music at DOUBLE DOOR
CRC on SonicBids.com: The Benefits of an Artist Collective
March 4, 2010 by Harmonica Dunn
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The Benefits of an Artist Collective
by Tess Cychosz in Marketing & Networking
Thanks to our Sonicbids member, Danny Surico of The Future Laureates, for sharing this experience with us!
Often times as independent musicians, we’re faced with barriers which can inhibit us from booking gigs. As an individual band, we can send dozens of emails to a booking agent, and [...]
Chicago Roots Collective Showcase at Lincoln Hall
March 3, 2010 by Harmonica Dunn
Filed under Recent Buzz, Upcoming "CRC Presents" Shows

The Chicago Roots Collective will be hosting a showcase once a month at the very new Lincoln Hall in Chicago. The goal of the CRC Showcase is to gather the hardest working independent bands in Chicago and the mid-west. Each lineup is thoughtfully planned and researched to guarantee a night full of great listening while [...]
Band Called Catch @ Cubby Bear – March 6
February 19, 2010 by bandcalledcatch
Filed under Upcoming "CRC Presents" Shows

Saturday, March 6 @ Cubby Bear, $8
Doors Opens @ 7 PM
Show Starts @ 8 PM
-Band Called Catch @ 10:30 PM
Band Called Catch is proud to represent CRC in an upcoming set at a local Chicago staple, Cubby Bear. Whether its your first time or you’re a seasoned fan, Band Called Catch always aims to [...]
Friday, March 19th @ Subterranean – The Shams Band
February 9, 2010 by Harmonica Dunn
Filed under Upcoming "CRC Presents" Shows

Friday, March 19th @Subterranean $7 Pre-sale, $10 Day of Sale
Chicago Roots Collective Presents:
The Shams Band:
“Within a year, The Shams Band has quickly made a name for themselves in the Chicago music scene. They have opened for national touring acts: The Avett Brothers, Bela Fleck, Dr. Dog and David Grisman. They were named the “breakout act” [...]

