ZoSo: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience
18+ Standing Room Only Show 17 and under admitted with a parent or guardian ZOSO Celebrates 28 Years as America’s Premier Led Zeppelin Tribute BandOver the 28 years and over 4500 shows since ZOSO came together as a group in the mid-‘90s, theseemingly tireless quartet has continued to earn its well-deserved reputation as being, in the words of TheL.A. Times, “head and shoulders above all other Led Zeppelin tributes.”ZOSO doesn’t cut corners on either the look or sound of Led Zeppelin. Instead, the band drawsliberally and meticulously from Led Zeppelin’s recorded live and studio output to present a vivid performancepicture of the classic live Zeppelin of 1968-1977. No wonder the St. Petersburg Times noted that, in additionto their virtuosity and spot-on visual presentation, ZOSO is also “the most exacting of all the Led Zeppelintributes.” The Chicago Sun-Times put it even more succinctly: “[ZOSO is] the closest to the original of anyLed Zeppelin tribute.”
Peach Jam: A Tribute to The Allman Brothers Band
This is a 18+ event with standing room only17 and under admitted with a parent or guardian Peach Jam is a collective of some of the best musicians Chicago has to offer. Together they celebrate the music of the legendary Allman Brothers Band. Formed in 2022, these players will transport you back in time to the days of the Fillmore East. Peach Jam brings together members of Chicago mainstays such as Cornmeal, Terrapin Flyer, Old Shoe, and The Brooklyn Charmers for a cosmic gumbo of hot jams, tight grooves, soaring vocal harmonies, and down-home blues that will make a believer out of any ABB fan. “People can you feel it? Love is everywhere!
Dale Hollow w/ Jessi Phillips
This is a 18 and over event with standing room only 17 and under admitted with a parent or guardian “Stupid is as stupid does / does that make me the dumbest one of all time?” — Dale Hollow, “Hack of the Year” A bit Andy Kaufman, a little Orville Peck, a hint of Father John Misty, Dale Hollow possesses “a fascinating combination of performance and purveyed authenticity,” as the lifestyle magazine Mundane once posited, while also noting that “no other country music artist has ever claimed to be the best, except for Dale Hollow.” Legend has it that Dale actually tried to trademark the phrase “The Country Music Superstar,” so every time someone like Luke Bryan, Loretta Lynn, Jessica Simpson or Darius Rucker attached that phrase to their names, Dale gets some cash. And while Hollow can be purposely self-elevating, that seemingly tall tale is true. “I sent $150 to the copyright office…and I got denied instantly,” he says. “That’s why I use that parenthetical justification (trademark pending).” A mysterious figure in the country music world, here’s what we do know: Hollow, who hails from Nashville and is named after the Kentucky reservoir, had an inauspicious start to his music career. The future country legend was just trying to pay off $35,000 in back taxes. “I was trying to get cash fast,” he admits. “One day, sitting in an internet cafe, I read this article that detailed how Luke Bryan was the most profitable artist in streaming. So I just thought, ‘I’ll do what he does.’” Thankfully, that odd inspiration has led to some not-so-seriously good music. Dale’s new record, Hack of the Year, is a hoot, full of crooning, shuffling beats, yelps and plenty of self-effacing singalongs. While there’s a bit of an arched eyebrow that comes along with some of Hollow’s work, the record itself and the live show are musically savvy. Credit there goes to Hollow’s partners in crime and backing band, The Long Con. “My best talent is finding more talented and capable musicians,” says Dale. Which doesn’t mean Hollow isn’t the focal point when it comes to the live setting. “There’s a lot of energy from me on stage — it’s a very kinetic show,” says Hollow. “There are a lot of jumps and kicks and unnecessary and unorthodox things. But it’s not frenetic that you can’t pay attention! Also, I’m 6’5” — throw on a cowboy boots and a cowboy hat, I’m pretty good at making myself look goofy. A tall guy with a hat on stage, that’s amusing.”
KATHLEEN EDWARDS
This is an 18+ event with standing room only17 and under admitted with a parent or guardian For decades, Kathleen Edwards has been a cornerstone of North American roots music. Since making her debut with 2002’s Failer, she’s spent the 21st century occupying the grey area between genres, swirling together her own mix of alt-country, folk, and heartland rock & roll. It’s a sound that has earned its creator more than a half-dozen Juno nominations, as well as Top 40 success on both sides of the Canadian/American border. Now in her third decade as an artist, Kathleen Edwards has done more than carry the torch of songwriting heroes like Tom Petty, Neil Young, and Lucinda Williams — she’s opened the door for others, too, inspiring a new generation of artists who, like her, blur the boundaries between genre and generation. A native of Ottawa, Ontario, Edwards was still in her early 20s when she released the critically-acclaimed Failer. The album’s warm, woozy sound — crystallized on radio hits like “Six O’Clock News” — quickly turned her into one of the era’s alt-country heroes. From the very start, though, Edwards’ music seemed to exist somewhere out of time, resisting categorization even as Failer received a Juno nomination for “Roots & Traditional Album of the Year.”
WOLF EYES wsg Disco Behemoth
This is a 18+ event with standing room only| 17 under with a parent or guardian Wolf Eyes’ history with collaboration goes back almost 26 years. From the first Wolf Eyes w/Spykes concert that led to John Olson joining the band, to Smegma, Anthony Braxton, Richard Pinhas, Merzbow, Marshall Allen, and many more. Wolf Eyes has continued expanding musical ideas through collaboration and Difficult Messages is the first compilation of this practice. Many of the bands on Difficult Messages exist inside an assemblage of a mail art tradition. Most of the music was made remotely and this allowed for deeper exploration into styles that might have been too uncomfortable to attempt face to face.
Peach Jam: A Tribute to The Allman Brothers Band
This is a 18+ event with standing room onlyPeach Jam is a collective of some of the best musicians Chicago has to offer. Together they celebrate the music of the legendary Allman Brothers Band. Formed in 2022, these players will transport you back in time to the days of the Fillmore East. Peach Jam brings together members of Chicago mainstays such as Cornmeal, Terrapin Flyer, Old Shoe, and The Brooklyn Charmers for a cosmic gumbo of hot jams, tight grooves, soaring vocal harmonies, and down-home blues that will make a believer out of any ABB fan. “People can you feel it? Love is everywhere!
Hannah Fae Feat. Mad Hat Mojo + Payton and Annabelle
This is an 18+ event with standing room only. 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Hannah Fae is an indie folk artist from the Great Lake State. Hannah writes all of her tunes and has played guitar for over a decade. Her easily identifiable vocals range from a high rock belt to a songbird-like soprano sound. Hannah first got her start in musical theatre and has worked at professional playhouses across the Midwest. During her studies at university, she picked up her guitar and started to take songwriting seriously. Whether it be an acoustic set or a show with her full band, Hannah is always playing live shows at various venues/festivals. Hannah and her band bring a feel good energy and talent that always fills the room with incredible music and unforgettable moments. The 5 piece band consists of Hannah (singer/songwriter,) Jack Scrimger (bassist,) Nick Gast (drummer,) Reece Knight (lead guitar) and Danny O’Neill (rhythm guitar.) The band recorded their debut album ‘Underneath the Terracotta Moon’ at La Luna Recording and Sound in Kalamazoo, MI. Introducing Mad Hat Mojo, a musical powerhouse that has been captivating audiences for over a decade. With a lineup consisting of three talented musicians, this band combines original songs and curated covers to create a truly mesmerizing experience. At the heart of the group are their original songs, crafted with care and passion by the band members. In addition to their original material, the band also curates a selection of covers that perfectly complement their unique sound. Inspired by the vibrant Michigan music festival scene, the band infuses their performances with an intimate electric feel. Their carefully chosen covers bring new life to beloved songs, adding their own artistic interpretation and creating a dynamic and diverse musical journey. Together, this trio creates a sonic landscape that is both captivating and immersive. Their performances are filled with energy, emotion, and an undeniable love for their craft. Whether performing in small intimate venues or on larger stages, their magnetic presence and undeniable talent create a sense of unity and connection among the audience. Payton&Annabelle is a dynamic duo blending folk and alternative genres, characterized by rich harmonies and intricate acoustic guitar arrangements. Their musical partnership blossomed at The Kalamazoo Academy of Rock band program in 2021, where a shared love for artists like Simon&Garfunkel and Taylor Swift ignited their creative spark. Payton&Annabelle are quickly making a name for themselves in Michigan. Their original song “projection” won the first ever state-wide New Moon Song Competition, and their music also garnered them first place in the Battle of the Bands at the Kalamazoo State Theatre. With over four years of performing together, and more than 80 performances, Payton&Annabelle recently had the honor of opening for four-time Grammy winner Sarah Jarosz at Bell’s Beer Garden in July 2024, which helped them expand their growing fan base. In addition to the recent performance at Bell’s Beer Garden, Payton&Annabelle also recently had the opportunity to perform at The Ark in Ann Arbor Michigan for the Battle of The Bands competition. Within the next year, you will be able to see Payton&Annabelle performing at Spring Fest in Ann Arbor, Bell’s Brewery, Buttermilk Festival, and many more places!
BareFuzz Presents the Dead Floyd Brothers: A Tribute to the Grateful Dead, Pink Floyd & Allman Brothers
This is a 18 and over event with standing room only 17 and under admitted with a parent or guardian Based out of the burgeoning live music scene of Columbus, OH, BareFuzz cuts through the seemingly never-ending milieu of improvisationally-based rock bands. The quintet – comprised of guitarists/vocalists, Ryan Jones and Andrew Maughan, bassist Adam Tackett, drummer Derek Petrucci, and percussionist Jason Weihl – continues to innovate and excite by taking it’s unique blend of jam, blues, psychedelia, and funk to new levels. The band is fresh off an explosive year that saw them performing across the Midwest at festivals like Summer Camp Music Festival, Secret Dreams Music Festival, Mountain Music Festival and The Werk Out Music & Arts Festival. Relentless touring has seen the band support groups such as Goose, Papadosio, Dark Star Orchestra, The Werks, ekoostik hookah, Andy Frasco & The U.N., and more. Formed in 2016 in Columbus by Jones, Tackett, and Petrucci as a powerful three-piece, the BareFuzz that audiences across the Midwest have become intimately familiar with truly came together two years later with the addition of Maughan and Weihl. Bolstered by the added instrumentation, the band worked its way through the Ohio circuit and across the greater Midwest, taking on a familiar feel with scores of fans identifying BareFuzz as their band. BareFuzz’s sound has since reverberated to larger and larger rooms as the band experiences hard-earned growth both on and offstage, transforming into a nationally touring powerhouse.
Smells Like Nirvana
This is a 18+ event with standing room only 17 and under admitted with a parent or guardian Celebrate the legendary sounds of Nirvana & Kurt Cobain with national traveling Nirvana tribute’Smells Like Nirvana’ as they perform songs from Nevermind, In Utero, Bleach, and more (B-sides/rare songs). Make song requests at smellslikenirvanatribute.com. Smells Like Nirvana is based out of Chicago and is composed of seasoned pros and die-hard fans of Nirvana fronted by Paul Wandtke (ex Trivium, Dead Original), w/ drummer SeanMcCole and bassist Mike Petrasek (Bedlem). Their live tribute to Nirvana is a haunting episode of grunge filled angst playing songs from Nirvana’s albums Bleach, Nevermind, In Utero and MTV Unplugged as well as rare B-sides and more; played without click tracks or backing tracks, a trait that is rare in today’s contemporary musical landscape, a trait and philosophy that Nirvana lived by.
Phillip-Michael Scales
18+ Event standing room only Growing up, Phillip-Michael Scales didn’t understand what it meant that his aunt’s close friend, the guitar player who called him “Nephew” and he called “Uncle B,” was B.B. King. Once Phillip-Michael began guitar less, the significance became so clear that he shied away from soloing and most things blues. Instead, he fell in love with songwriting when an English teacher told him “A great writer can make their reader identify with anyone.” The trouble was he couldn’t find his story in the blues. With a fierce independent streak and a passion for performing, Scales fronted his own indie bands, wrote and recorded his own music, and worked to make a name for himself on his own terms. All the while, his “Uncle B” just smiled a knowing smile and encouraged him to “stay with it.” Their relationship grew closer as Scales began to discover “the blues” in his personal and professional life. When his Uncle B passed away, Scales began incorporating more of the blues into his music as a way to honor him. “These days I’m finding more of my story in the blues. A lot has led me here between politics, my identity, and the idea of Legacy.” The result is a sound he calls “Dive Bar Soul” which takes a bit of indie rock storytelling and couples it with the passion of the blues. His single “Find a Way” attracted national radio attention in 2022 and garnered an invite to perform on the Ellen Degeneres Show. His music has taken him all the way to the Middle East, as well as festivals across Europe and North America. He has opened for Milky Chance, Jerry Cantrell (Alice In Chains), Caravan Palace, Fantastic Negrito, The New Respects, Anderson East, Guster, The Record Company, and Cory Brannan.
