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IKE REILLY to Headline 33rd Annual Forever GreenThe Ike Reilly Assassination have established themselves as one of the most uncontrived and devastatingly emotional live bands in America; the complex and shifting nature of Reilly's personae and songs takes the audience on a celebratory and refreshing ride through alleys of friendship, faith, family, sex, death, drugs, rebellion and work. Jim Walsh of City Pages in Minneapolis said that The Ike Reilly Assassination is "reminding us, yet again, of the unique power and glory that is an American band, and at the moment I'd be hard pressed to find one more ferocious…" Reilly's compelling solo performances are equally intriguing. The leader of the fierce IRA will show up with just an acoustic guitar, performing with Tom Morello at political rallies in Los Angeles or at the birthday party of the great crime writer Elmore Leonard outside of Detroit or in the clubs and pubs in Ireland as an American troubadour. Johnny Hickman of the band Cracker has called Ike "one of the best songwriters in America" and in fact some of Reilly's anthemic songs are mainstays of the Cracker set. -source: High Road Touring |
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Larkin and Moran Brothers back to open this year's Forever GreenArrive early to see a Young Irish favorite, The Larkin and Moran Brothers. The band consists of Dan, Mike and Joe Larkin and Terry, Kevin and Mike Moran. They've been entertaining Chicago for over 10 years. You'll be on your feet dancing to this entertaining group, singing along to some Irish favorites. |
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More Irish favorites from the Chancey BrothersIn the spirit of their heroes - The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem - The Chancey Brothers sing all your favorite Irish pub songs, ballads, and rebel tunes. Adding in favorites from almost every Irish artist you can think of (such as Christy Moore, Saw Doctors, Wolf Tones, etc.), the Chanceys are a lively act for any occasion. Regular performers at most of Chicago's finest Irish pubs, the Chanceys are quickly becoming the favorite band for many folks. Featuring guitars, mandolin, whistle and fiddle, the Chanceys always liven up a party and if you are lucky they might even throw in a little rock and roll! |
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