Music

This news is interesting for several reasons. First of all, it demonstrates an innovative approach for publishing a story based soley on the questions generated by readers and fans of one of the most well-respected drummers in the world, Neil Peart. Additionally, in music there is a term known as “Call And Response” which is demonstrated in this editorial strategy as well.

The Pussycat Dolls have teamed up with two-time Oscar winner A.R. Rahman for an English interpretation of the song “Jai Ho,” which is the finale to the Oscar-winning film “Slumdog Millionaire”.

Oscar-winning actor and screenwriter Billy Bob Thornton appeared in Chicago on Aug. 29, 2008 with his band The Boxmasters to promote his new CD. We captured and present to you an exclusive portrait of Thornton in Chicago.

I just received the following press release.

Tribute Concert Honoring Legendary Buddy Guy With Blues Guitarist Jimmie Vaughan Caps Off Weekend of Free Performances Showcasing Illinois Talent in Chicago’s Millennium Park
Guy to Receive First Annual Great Performer of Illinois Award

Tickets went on sale for this fine event coming in August at the CSO!

http://www.cso.org/main.taf?p=3,11,6,1&EventID=2483

I’ll be going to both concerts :D

On April 1, 2008, we received from a publicist the following comprehensive list of upcoming Chicago music events.

** new listing or change

MORCHEEBA
Federico Aubele
Tuesday, April 1, 2008”
Park West / Chicago, IL / 8:30 P.M./ $28.00 / GA - 18 & Over”

93XRT Show
RAY DAVIES
Dana Fuchs