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“RICKY NELSON REMEMBERED,” 8 p.m. Jan. 19, Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. Featuring his twin sons, Matthew and Gunnar Nelson. Tickets start at $31. Tickets and information: 815356-9212 or www.rauecenter.org. SHAKING THE WINTER BLUES BENEFIT DINNER DANCE, 5:30 p.m. Jan. 19, McHenry VFW, 3002 W. Route 120, McHenry. Sponsored by the VFW Post 4600 Men’s Auxiliary. Featuring a cash bar at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m., dancing at 8 p.m., two separate 50/50 raffles, door prizes, auction items. Come and support our veterans. Tickets: $25 a person or $45 per couple. Tickets and information: 815-385-4600 or www.mchenryvfw.org.

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McHENRY B&B SQUARE DANCE CLUB, Jan. 4, Johnsburg Community Club, 2315 W. Church St., Johnsburg. After Glow Dance. Casual wear. Square dance caller will be Mike Richard. Rounds start at 8 p.m. Squares start at 8:30 p.m. Cost: $5 members, $6 visitors. All dancers welcome. Information: 815-3535346.

Jan. 5 “AMERICAN ENGLISH: A BEATLES TRIBUTE BAND,” 8 p.m. Jan. 5, Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. Tickets start at $35 available by calling 815-356-9212 or visit www.rauecenter.org. ART ENERGY WORKSHOPS, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Jan. 5, 12, Creative Artistry Fine Arts School, 400 Highland Ave., Crystal Lake. Featuring a Dimensional Papier Mache Forest Animals two-day workshop for age groups 8-11 and 12-15. Cost: $35. Registration and information: 815-404-6520 or www.creativeartistryschool.com. FROSTY FISHING FAIR, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 5, The Hollows Conservation Area at Lake Atwood, 3804 Route 14, Cary. Learn about ice fishing safety, equipment and techniques. Join the experts for free instruction and watch demonstrations. Visit with vendors and representatives of local fishing clubs. Fish the afternoon away or play ice fishing games. (Participants ages 16 and older need a fishing license.) Warm up with some hot food and beverages. Free. No registration required. Hosted by McHenry County Conservation District. Information: 815-479-5779 or www.mccdistrict. org.

Jan. 6 McHENRY COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT ART DISTRICT, Jan. 6 through Feb. 23, Prairieview Education Center, 2112 Behan Road, Crystal Lake. District invites the public to view “New Visions – Landscapes from a Different Perspective” special art exhibit created by McHenry County Plein Air Painters, with a noon to 3 p.m. Jan. 27 artist reception. Viewing hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and noon to 4 p.m.

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“An evening with LARRY MILLER” WHEN: 8 p.m. Jan. 12 WHERE: Raue Center for the Arts, Crystal Lake COST & INFO: One of Hollywood’s most recognizable faces, Miller returns to Raue Center for one night only. Miller has appeared in film and TV hits such as “Pretty Woman,” “The Princess Diaries,” “Seinfeld” and “10 Things I Hate About You.” Tickets start at $42. Information: rauecenter.org. Sunday. Information: 815-479-5779 or www.mccdistrict.org.

Jan. 11 “DOUBTING THOMASON,” Jan. 11-26, Memorial Hall Civic Theatre, 10308 Main St., Richmond. Theater Undreground presents a new play by Christopher Brewster with live original music by Ian Hall. A theater company gets the opportunity to perform an award-winning show, only to find out their rival company across town already has secured the rights. Show is adult themed and a rated “R” production. Schedule: 8 p.m. Jan. 11-12, 18-19, 25-26. Tickets: $10 with $2 of every ticket sold donated to TownSquare Players. Tickets and information: 815-575-9884 or www. theaterundreground.com.

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MILLER,” 8 p.m. Jan. 12, Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. One of Hollywood’s most recognizable faces, Miller returns to Raue Center for one night only. He has appeared in film and TV hits such as “Pretty Woman,” “The Princess Diaries,” “Seinfeld” and “10 Things I Hate About You.” Tickets start at $42. Tickets and information: 815-356-9212 or www.rauecenter. org.

Jan. 13 THE FROZEN GNOME 10K/50K TRAIL RACE, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 13, Veteran Acres and Sterne’s Woods, Crystal Lake. Fun and frosty run sponsored by the McHenry (County) Ultra Running Dudes and Dudettes. There will be age group awards and surprises along the trail. Gnome Depot Aid Station will be heated and well-stocked with warm drinks and hot soup. Proceeds benefit the

“A JERSEY VOICE,” 6 p.m. Jan. 26, Huntley High School Performing Arts Center, 13719 Harmony Road, Huntley. Huntley High School Fine Arts Boosters annual fundraiser concert featuring John Michael Coppola from the Chicago cast of “Jersey Boys.” Tickets: $25 before Dec. 24 or $30 after. Tickets and information: 847659-6659 or www.huntleyfinearts. com.

REGIONAL Ongoing ART DISPLAY & SALE, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays through Jan. 27, Fitness and Recreation Center at Langendorf Park, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. Art display and sale of paintings by Linda Berk, Kathy Clouse, Diane Morino and Michele presented by the Barrington Cultural Arts Council with the Barrington Park District. Come browse. Free admission. Information: 847-669-0603. HOLIDAY PLEIN AIR ART SHOW & SALE, through Jan. 5, Jack Benny Center for the Arts, 39 Jack Benny Drive, Waukegan. Sponsored by the Lake County Art League and Lake County Arts Magazine. The show is comprised of 23 works of art by 11 artists from Lake, McHenry and Cook counties. Art available for holiday gifts at affordable prices. Hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Information: 847-367-5308 or 847-360-4741. Continued on page 4

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Jan. 4 “SHATNER’S WORLD: WE JUST LIVE IN IT,” 8 p.m. Jan. 4, Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora. William Shatner is coming to Aurora in his hit Broadway one-man show. It’s a warm and fun evening of insider stories, photos and videos spanning from his youth in Canada to his decades on the big and small screens. Tickets: $65-$85 at 630-896-6666 or www.paramountaurora.com. BRIDAL SHOWCASE, 11th annual, 5:30 to 9 p.m. Jan. 4 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 5, Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Bridal showcase will feature booths of more than 40 vendors in the Pre-Emption House Visitor Center and Century Memorial Chapel. Free admission. Information: 630-420-6010 or www. napersettlement.museum.

Jan. 5 THE SWORDSMEN, 8 p.m. Jan. 5, Pheasant Run Resort, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles. Featuring Master Swordsmen Dirk Perfect and Guido Crescendo. Learn honor and the art of chivalry through some of the best comedic combat in the area. Tickets: $32 at 630-584-6342 or www.pheasantrun.com.

Jan. 6 HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS, 2 p.m. Jan. 6, BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St., Rockford. “You Write the Rules” World Tour. Fans will decide the rules for the basketball game that could affect the final outcome. Tickets starting at $18 are available by calling 815-968-5222 or visit www.thebmoharrisbankcenter. com. For information, visit www. harlemglobetrotters.com.

Jan. 8 SPIRIT OF THE LAKES SWEET ADELINES INTERNATIONAL CHORUS, 7 p.m. Tuesdays, Horticultural Hall, 330 Broad St., Lake Geneva, Wis. A Sweet Adelines group of women devoted to the joy of singing four-part harmony, barbershop style. Women of all ages who enjoy singing are invited to visit the group. For information, visit www.spiritofthelakeschorus.org. “VICE & VIRTUE,” Jan. 8 through Feb. 23, Northern Illinois University Art Museum, Altgeld Galleries, College & Castle Drives, DeKalb. Presenting “Vice & Virtue” exhibition curated by NIU Art Museum Assistant Director, Peter Olson, with a 4:30 to 6 p.m. Jan. 24 public reception. Gallery hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday,

noon to 4 p.m. Saturday. Information: 815-753-1936 or www.niu.edu/ artmuseum.

Jan. 10 ALL-CANADA SHOW, 30th annual, Jan. 10-13, Pheasant Run Mega Center, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles. The All-Canada Show is a traveling exhibition of all things for fishing and hunting in Canada. Includes free seminars, free maps and travel guides, prizes and more. Schedule: 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Admission: $10 adults, $8 seniors and children ages 13-16, free for children 12 and younger. For information, visit www.allcanadashow.com.

Jan. 11 AMERICAN ENGLISH, 8 p.m. Jan. 11-12, Pheasant Run Resort, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles. Beatles tribute band. Tickets: $42 at 630-5846342, all Ticketmaster locations or www.ticketmaster.com. EMMYLOU HARRIS & HER RED DIRT BOYS, 8 p.m. Jan. 11, Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan. Tickets: $37.50-$72.50 800-7453000, all Ticketmaster outlets or www.ticketmaster.com.

Feb. 8 JERRY SEINFELD, tickets on sale for the 7 p.m. Feb. 8 performance, Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main St., Rockford. Tickets: $47-$77 at 815-98-0595 or www. coronadopac.org.

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Who are the members and what town is each from? Erich, Marengo Nathan, Marengo Greg, Crystal Lake Jamie, Woodstock

Why should people come see you (in 50 words or less)? The Erich Kraemer Group is all-original, indie jam band with a little bit of something for everyone.

What instruments does each of your band members play? Erich, rhythm guitar and lead vocals Nathan, bass guitar and vocals Greg, lead guitar and vocals Jamie, drums How did the band get started? The Erich Kraemer Group (EKG) was started as an all-original music project in 2011 by Nathan and Erich.

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A ABOMINABLE NO MEN, featuring Thomas Dapper, guitar/vocals; Daniel Eichman, bass/backing vocals; Andy Larson, guitar/backing vocals; Blaine Sinderson, drums. Bookings: 608-3220624 or www.abominablenomen. com; www.reverbnation.com/abominablenomen or www.facebook.com/ abominablenomen. AL WETZEL & FRIENDS, covering music of Zac Brown, Allman Brothers, Pink Floyd, Tom Petty, Van Morrison and many others. Featuring Al Wetzel, guitar/vocals; Keith Edwards, guitar/vocals; James Ryan, guitar/vocals; Chris Buttleman, guitar/vocals. Bookings: 773-909-9298 or keithedwards12@ yahoo.com. ALEX & THE ALLSTARS, music from the ’70s to today. Featuring: Alex, lead vocals/drums; Buddy, (Dr. Woods) vocals/lead guitar; Lisa, vocals/ keyboards/guitar; Bob, bass guitar. Bookings: 847-639-9683 or www. alexandtheallstars.com. ALWAYS FRANTIC, rock band featuring former members of Trilogy: John Kranz, bass/lead vocals; Mike Mazrin, drums; Ted Pitzen, keys/lead vocals; and Dan Stromstedt, lead guitar/ vocals; and Heather Niederkorn, lead vocals. Bookings: 815-236-4666 or alwaysfrantic@gmail.com. AMBROSE KING AND THE RIVER RATS, blues, rock party band. Featuring Scott C. Topp, vocals/horn/harp; John Treptow, drums/vocals; Jack Treptow, guitar/vocals; Matt Van Ham, bass/ vocals; Vince Salerno, sax. Bookings: Scott, 847-639-0922 or www.ambrosekingandtheriverrats.com. THE ATLAS STONE, progressive/rock/ metal band from Algonquin. Featuring Jason Jayandro Andropolis, guitar; Steve Somogyi, guitar; and Leo Nelson, drums. Bookings: theatlasstone@ gmail.com. AUNT JANET BAND, rock & roll band. Featuring Janet, vocals; Pete Gil, guitar/vocals; Dave Kay, guitar; Bob Brady, bass/vocals; and Dave Kerr, drums. Bookings: Janet, 815-355-1821 or www.theauntjanetband.com.

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C CASSANDRA & THE GRAVEL ROAD BAND, featuring Cassandra VohsDemann, piano/guitar; Graham Butler, drums; Rick Van Dyne, lead guitar; and Jim Seidel, bass. Information: Cassandra, 847-507-1352 or www. cassandragravelroad.com. CATALANO, Chicago’s original rock/ metal, Rogue Records recording artists with influences from bands such as Queensryche, Nightwish, Edguy and Metallica to Journey, The Who, The Beatles and others. Members: Dean Pressley, vocals; Pat Catalano, lead guitar/keys; Mike Myzyri, bass; John

Catalano, lead guitar/guitar. Bookings: 708-402-8540; www.facebook.com/ catalanoband or www.catalanoband. com. CENTERFOLD, a mainstay of Chicago rock and roll cranking out the greatest hits of the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s. Featuring Cindy Safran, vocals; Mark Wedow, guitar/vocals; Eric Wedow, drums/ vocals; Chuck Federowicz, bass/vocals; Tom Kranz (formerly of Trilogy), guitar/keyboard/vocals. Bookings and information: 708-284-2902; bookings@centerfoldband.com; www. facebook.com/centerfoldband or www.centerfoldband.com. Schedule: 9 p.m. Jan. 12, Twisted Moose Sports Grill, McHenry. CHANGE IS GOOD, current, classic & original rock featuring John Grewe, guitars/vocals/harmonica; Jed Piquette, vocals/percussion; Jerry Bruns, vocals/ bass. Bookings: 815-653-3402. CHARISSA MROWKA, of Johnsburg, and her country band, Charissa & Auburn Sky Band. Information: 815388-3091 or www.charissaonline.com. CHASE THIS CITY, blend of alternative, pop-punk and heavy rock. Featuring Zach Keenum, vocals/guitar; Joey Miranda, guitar/vocals; Wil Lentz, guitar/vocals; Chris Vargas, bass; and Jeff DiPuma, drums. Bookings: 815-540-5416 or chasethiscity@gmail. com. Information: www.facebook. com/thisisctc. CHERYL & ANDY, playing country, folk, Americana, pop. Featuring Cheryl Niemo, vocals/percussion/acoustic guitar; and Andy Andrick, vocals/ acoustic guitar. Bookings: 847-9151294 or aandrick28@yahoo.com. COUNTERFEIT i, playing experimental music with emotion and focus on composition. Featuring Derek, vocals/ guitars/keys; Ryan, bass/keys/vocals; and Tyler, drums/stick twirls. Bookings: counterfeiti@hotmail.com. For information, visit: www.counterfeiti. com, Facebook or Twitter.

D DENNY DIAMOND & THE FAMILY JEWELS, father and sons group from Harvard that sounds like Neil Diamond and performs a tribute to his music.

Featuring Denny, vocals/guitar/ synth; Lucas, vocals/guitar/synth; and Spenser, vocals/bass/drums. Information: 815-893-9202; denny@ dennydiamond.com or www.dennydiamond.com. DNA, playing songs from the ‘50s and later. Featuring Don Etten, guitar/ harmonica/vocals; and Al Etten, bass guitar/vocals accompanied by a digital drum machine. Information: 815-385-6057; 815-385-8580 or www. musicbydna.com. DON “DOC” BROWN, playing his “Music We Know” program of favorites from the ’30s, ’40s, ’50s and beyond in a variety of styles in jazz, rock, blues, country and pop. Bookings: 815-3565865 or steeltune@sbcglobal.net. DR. RHYTHM & THE ROCKERS, music that will have you on your feet in no time. Featuring Jack Slaughter, guitar/ vocals; Al Etten, bass/vocals; Duwayne Fair, drums/vocals; and Don Etten, guitar/harmonica/vocals. Bookings: 815-385-8580 or 815-385-6057. DUNCAN FISH SPEAKERS, experimental hard rock band from the Woodstock area playing high-energy original compositions and covers from Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin and more. Featuring Judson Brown on guitar, vox; David Reilly on bass; Daniel Villarreal Carrillo on drums. Information: www. myspace.com/theduncanfishspeakers. DUO DEL SOL, playing powerful instrumental music on classical instruments that is inspired by the relevant music of today. Featuring Tom Farrell, guitar; and Javier Orman, violin. Information: www.duodelsolmusic.com or info@ duodelsolmusic.com.

E ECHO’S OF TIME, jukebox oldies show band playing music from the 1950s through the 1970s dance music. Featuring Dave Lapaglia, rhythm guitar/ vocals; Glenn Kolota, drums/vocals; Scott Jensen, lead guitar/vocals; Brian Farrar, keyboards/vocals; and Bob Aldape, bass guitar/vocals. Bookings: 815-354-5421 or 773-490-3960 or on Facebook.com. Continued on page 8

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cals; Pete “Skills” Bartolomei, drums; Larry Chase, guitar. Information: www. bottomzupband.com or on Facebook. BOUNTY HUNTER FIVE, classic rock and Southern rock band featuring Carol Pilger, lead vocals/vocals; John Noel, lead vocals/vocals; Mike Weatherford, guitar/vocals; Roger Jarva, drums; Don Paulson, bass/vocals; Lou Paulson, keyboards, harp, lead vocals/vocals; Marty Howe, sound/steadycam interviews. Bookings: 847-854-0438; www.bountyhunterfive.com or search bountyhunterfive.com on Facebook. BRACE FOR IMPACT, ’70s/’80s hard rock and heavy metal cover band featuring Mike Basil, lead vocalist; Frank Lucas, keyboards/backing vocals; Jeff Senger, guitar/backing vocals; Mike Pasquale, bass guitar/backing vocals; and Ken Wentling, drums. Bookings: www.myspace.com/braceforimpactillinois or on Facebook. BRENT HOODENPYLE & THE LONERS, traditional and alternative country music originals and covers, featuring Brent Hoodenpyle, vocals/rhythm guitar; John Ballantyne, lead guitar; Buddy Carter, bass/harmony/vocals; and Leslie Santos, drums. Bookings: 254436-0099; brent@brenthoodenpyle. com or www.brenthoodenpyle.com. BROKEN ARROW/POSITIVELY 4TH STREET, a Neil Young/Bob Dylan tribute band featuring Doug Wolff, Ben Abney, Jared Olson, Kevin Weigh and Steve Anton. Bookings: 815-451-1702. Website: www.brokenarrowandpositively4thstreet.com. Schedule: 7:30 p.m. Jan. 12, Stage Left Café, Woodstock. BUCKLEY ROAD BAND, country music band featuring Katie Klein, lead vocals; Chris Bradley, lead guitar/vocals; Steve Clough, rhythm guitar/vocals; Bob Haraden, fiddle/mandolin/vocals; Joe Eucolono, pedal steel guitar/banjo/ dobro/guitar; Paul Durand, bass guitar/ vocals; Ralph Colao, drums; and Kurt Disch, sound tech. Information: www. facebook.com/buckleyroadband; or www.reverbnation.com/artist/ control_room/1058620#!/buckleyroadband. BULLFROG, a mix of classic rock, blues and more, featuring Billy Galaxy, lead guitar/vocals; Gary Mlekush, bass guitar/vocals; Steve Randahl, rhythm guitar/vocals; and Charlie Crowell, drums/vocals. Bookings: Gary at 815455-4669 or www.bullfrogband.com.

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Continued from page 7 ELDER KAOS, music from the ‘60s through today. Featuring Tim Michaels, lead vocals; Ron McCannon, guitar/vocals; Dave Barnes, guitar; Gary Mlekush, bass guitar/vocals; Gary Brandt, drums/vocals. Bookings: Tim, 847-826-8677; elderkaos@yahoo. com or www.elderkaos.com. THE ELEVATE PROJECT, playing eclectic music, Latin-influenced, funk, soul, Christian. Members include Tyler Ommen, drums; Nathan Staley, percussion; Kelvin Levels, bass; Aaron Netsell, guitar/vocals; John Tuck, trumpet; Christine Tuck, saxophone; Brian Warszona, trumpet; J, vocals/keyboards. For information, visit www.elevateproject. net or Faceook. E-mail: theelevateproject@comcast.net. Schedule: 8 p.m. Jan. 19, The Starline Factory winter concert, Harvard. ERICH KRAEMER GROUP (EKG), all original Indie jam band with a little bit of something for everyone. Featuring Erich, rhythm guitar/lead vocals; Nathan, bass guitar/vocals; Greg, lead guitar/ vocals; and Jamie, drums. Bookings and information: 815-277-1105; erichkraemergruop@gmail.com; www.ekgfan. com or facebook.com. EVEN FIVE, the band that plays the songs you like, classic, current and rock and roll. Featuring Mike Christenson, vocals/guitar; Tony Clavesilla, lead guitar/ keys; Sam Acosta, bass; Colin Halliday, keyboards/guitar; and Jerry Wetter, drums. Bookings: Tony, 224-622-0472 or www.wix.com/evenfive/band.

F FAST TIMES, a high-energy band that rocks the ’80s music and lifestyle in the Chicagoland area. Featuring Paul Jones, guitar; Cory Case, guitar; Michael Burgess, lead vocals; Steve Alvarez, drums; J. Michael Ritta, bass. Bookings: Joey Demarco, 630-279-7625; info@ livechicagomusic.com or www.fasttimestheband.com. FAULT BY DESIGN, alternative bluesrock style, mostly original compositions including some classic rock, blues and Dave Matthews. Featuring Christian Moore, lead vocals/guitar; Robert Kelley, lead guitar/vocals; Jimmy Pinkl, drums; and Vince Galasso, bass. Playing 24/7 on Facebook. Bookings: Robert, 847-828-6854; faultbydesign@gmail. com or Facebook. FELIX AND FINGERS, a dueling piano and instrumentation act from Crystal Lake featuring Dave Radford, vocals/piano/ guitar/drums/trumpet; and Mike Potts, vocals/piano/bass/sax/accordion/ drums. Information: info@felixandfingers.com; www.felixandfingers.com; www.facebook.com/FelixandFingers. FIST TO THE SKY, for fans of Avenged Sevenfold, Bullet For My Valentine, and Five Finger Death Punch. Featuring Mickey, vocals/bass; Flipp, guitar/ vocals; Hollywood, guitar/vocals; JD, drums. Bookings: fisttotheskyband@ gmail.com. For information, visit www. fisttothesky.com, Facebook, Twitter or YouTube.

FREEWILL, inspired by the desire to have the name reflect an uplifting and playful Christian spirit. Featuring Steve Ramirez, vocals/electric and acoustic guitar; Bob Linning, vocals/electric and acoustic guitar; Nancy Graham, vocals; Joy Irwin, vocals/keyboards; Pam Becker, vocals/electric bass; and Jerry Knobloch, vocals/drums. Contact: Bob Linning at blinning @gmail.com. For information, visit Facebook using the words “FreeWill contemporary Worship Music.”

G GEARY SMITH BLUES BAND, playing blues and funk. Bookings: www. myspace.com/gearysmithband. GREGORY B, Jimmy Buffett, beach party music, classic rock. One-man band, with a voice and a guitar playing along to music digitally recorded and performed by Gregory B. Clubs, pool parties and fests. Bookings: 815-4595910; gregoryb@joltmail.com or www. gregoryb-music.com. GRINGO SOUL, a one-man project featuring Brandon Giannasi. All original music known as hip hop folk-rock. Information: 847-385-8447; brokenstring21@ aol.com or www.gringosoul.com.

H HAIRDAZE, playing all your favorites from the ’80s. Curt Anderson, guitar/vocals; Tom McTague, vocals; Mike Bianco, drums; Dan Parilli, bass guitar/vocals; Jim Workman, guitar/vocals. Bookings: 847-515-7908; facebook.com/hairdazerocksthe80s or www.reverbnation. com/hairdaze. Schedule: 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Jan. 12, Bowl-Hi Lanes, Huntley; 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Jan. 19, The Cooler, Rock Falls; 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Feb. 9, Sponsor’s Sports Bar & Grill, Huntley; 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Feb. 22, Docks Bar & Grill, Wauconda. HANS AND THE HORMONES, pop, dance, rock from the ’60s to present. Hans Mast, vocals/guitar; Vic Champney, guitar; Glenn Crandall, bass; and Darren Marino, drums; Tony Wruke, keyboards. Bookings: Glen, 815-3387253; marino5@att.net; hansmast@ comcast.net or facebook.com/hansandthehormones. Schedule: 9:30 p.m. Jan. 12, Trio Grille and Bar, Marengo; 9:30 p.m. Jan. 26, Docks Bar, Wauconda; 9:30 p.m. Feb. 15, The London Club, Crystal Lake; 9:30 p.m. Feb. 16, Halftime, Johnsburg; 9:30 p.m. March 2, Sideouts, Island Lake; 9:30 p.m. March 23, Halftime, Johnsburg; 9:30 p.m. March 30, Thirsty Whale, Algonquin; 8 p.m. April 6, Woodstock Moose Lodge benefit; 9:30 p.m. April 27, The Gambler, McHenry; 9:30 p.m. May 25, Raymond’s Bowl, Johnsburg; 9 p.m. July 13, Gavers Cancer Benefit, Woodstock. HEART OF THE FOX (H.O.T. Fox), acoustic funk folk group from McHenry. Featuring Michael Heidemann, guitar/ Vox and Rachel Woodall, Vox/ukulele. Information: www.heartofthefox.com. Bookings: heartofthefox@gmail.com. Chicago dates on the website.

HOT ROCKS, Rolling Stones tribute band named after their Hot Rocks album. Featuring Ed Bloom as “Mick,” lead vocals/harmonica; Chris Minardi as “Keith,” guitar/vocals; Bobby Koll as “Brian/Ronnie,” guitar; Carmie Zac as “Bill,” bass guitar/vocals; Paul Mally as “Stu,” keyboard/vocals; Joe Wejman as “Charlie,” drums. Information: 773-384-2460; hotrocksband@hotmail. com; facebook.com/hotrocksband; myspace.com/hotrocksrollingstones; twitter.com/hotrocksband; or www. hotrocksband.com. HUDSON-McCOY THE BAND, classic rock, R & B, and original tunes. Featuring Michael McCoy, rhythm guitar/ vocals; Jim Hudson, lead guitar/vocals; Joe LaSalla, bass/vocals; Chris “Kiffer” Allen, keyboards/vocals; and Chris Starke, percussion. Bookings and information: 815-222-1080 or www. hudson-mccoy.com. HUEY LONG, pop punk band from McHenry. Featuring RJ Hucker, guitar/ lead vocals; Billy Penuel, bass/vocals; and Rocco Zaccagnini, drummer/ vocals. Information: 815-861-8062 or hueylongtheband@yahoo.com.

I INCOMING GROOVE, blues band trio featuring John Oliver, vocals/guitar; Mark Alteri, drums; Ed Kazmierzak, bass. Bookings: Debbie, 815-404-0470. Website: www.incominggroove.com. INSTANT REWIND, classic rock of the ’60s and ’70s. Featuring Eric Gulbransen, lead guitar/vocals; Jeff Gulbransen, rhythm guitar/vocals; Vince Guerrero, drums/vocals; Mark Vogel, keyboards/vocals; and Ben Vogel, bass/ vocals. Bookings: Eric, 224-545-7362 or guitarman23@sbcglobal.net.

J JACKED UP, a rock show and not just another gig. Voted best new cover band in 2010. Group delivers a firstclass concert experience playing the greatest rock anthems from the ’60s through today’s megahits. Members are Goddog, lead vocals; JB, bass/ vocals; Master Splinter, drums/vocals; and Special K, guitars/vocals. Bookings: emailjackedup@yahoo.com. Website: jackeduprocks.com. JAZZ ENTERPRISE, blues and jazz. Available in all sizes, though regularly a five-piece combo, we are dedicated to satisfy your music needs. Featuring Al Skaronea, keyboard; Christine Gilmer, saxophone; Daniel Villarreal, drums; Dave Reilly, bass; and Robert Kelley, guitar. Information: Robert, 847-828-6854 or jazzenterprise.combo@gmail.com. JELLY BONES, local band from Algonquin that categorize themselves along the lines of psychedelic/alternative. Members are Frank Lintzeris, vocals/guitar; Henry Brennan, guitar/vocals; Ryan Ayers, bass; Geon Tillinghast, drums/ vocals; and Eric Donati, guitar. Information: jellybonesmusic@gmail.com; www.facebook.com/jellybonesmusic or www.tinyurl.com/helpjellybones.

JIGGLE THE HANDLE, classic rock with a mix of blues. Featuring Wayne Ewing, Hammond Organ and a real 122 Leslie/ vocals; Joel Tarpinian, lead guitar/ vocals; Kip Christensen, lead guitar/ vocals; Mac Rietz, bass/vocals; and Ted Rowling, drums/vocals. Bookings: Variety Entertainment, 847-526-9111 or varietyentertainment@att.net. JOHNNY BEE & THE STINGERS, R & B, the way it’s meant to be! Featuring Johnny Bee, lead guitar/vocals; Shawn Reske, drums/vocals; and Greg Van Nostrand, bass/vocals. Bookings: 847561-5266 or www.johnnybeeandthestingers.com. JUST DUET, Sandie Kindschy and Suzy Schwartz, guitar and vocal duet play music from the ’50s through today. Information: 815-790-9081, www. justduetmusic.com or chickpick63@ charter.net. J.W. RICE BAND, an eclectic blend of musicians and musical styles. Featuring J.W. Rice, guitar/vocals; Carrie Biel, vocals/percussion; Danik Kooistra, keyboards; Geary Smith, harmonica/vocals; Van Vogel, bass/vocals; and John Weber, drums/commentary. Bookings and information: 815-653-5631.

K KEVIN PURCELL & THE NIGHTBURNERS, featuring Kevin Purcell, vocals/ harmonica; Tony Root, bass; Dave Stefen, guitar; Andy Ohlrich, fiddle; and Peter Bauschke, drums. Bookings: 847526-0573 or www.nightburners.com.

L LAKES AREA SWING BAND, an 18-piece band performing throughout Lake, Cook and McHenry counties and southern Wisconson. Music from the past 60plus years. Swing to the ’30s and ’40s and jive to the ’50s. Information and bookings: 847-845-0040; www.lakesareaswingband.com or holnmik98@ sbcglobal.net. LAST TRAIN OUT, playing a blend of blues, rock and soul. Featuring Greg Conrad, lead vocals and lead guitar; Jordan Smith, bass guitar; and Kevin Koreman, drums. For information, email lasttrainoutmusic@gmail.com or visit www.lasttrainoutband.com/bios.html or Facebook. LIBERTY’S TEETH, party band playing rock, pop, country and more. Featuring brother/sister vocals of Jeremy and Melissa Roe; guitars/vocals, Paul Bracke and Matt Nicholas; bass guitar/ bagpipes, Marc “Flippy” Weihofen; drums, Joe Stob. Bookings: 847-9717159; www.libertysteeth.com or on Facebook. LOOKING FOR TREBLE, high-energy pop and rock ’n’ roll. Members: Mark Sturm, guitar/vocals; Dave Ricotta, piano/ harmonica/vocals; Chris Manos, bass guitar/vocals; and Kirk Leonard, drums/ vocals. Information: 815-509-5947; 815-505-5433 or www.lookingfortreble. com. LUNATIC 8, a local hip-hop artist from Crystal Lake. Information: www.luna-

tic8.com or lunatic8music@yahoo.com.

M MAGANAFIGHT, group plays metal. Band members are Dan Kvidera, guitars; Ron Riggs, guitars; JoHan, vocals; Mike Motto, bass; and Drew Kristoff, drums. For information, contact: stepmonsterhubby@yahoo.com. Bookings: dethmetl1@sbcglobal.net. MAIDEN CHICAGO, tribute to Iron Maiden style. Featuring Bill Swanson, lead vocals; Eric Babcock, guitar; Ralph Circelli, guitar; Gary Ingram, bass guitar; Dan Driskill, drums. Bookings and information: 708-774-4177 or booking@ maidenchicago.com; www.maidenchicago.com; or www.facebook.com/ maidenchicago. THE MARY J. HARRIS TRIO, features jazz vocalist Mary J. Harris and guitarist Bob Balance, along with a variety of hired bass players, playing jazz and Bossa standards. Bookings and information: 224-577-8130 or www. maryjharris.com. MODERN DAY ROMEOS, party band with fun jams. We’ll give you the whole seat, but you’ll only need the edge. Featuring Jim Wojdyla, vocals; Justin Wojdyla, acoustic guitar/vocals/ cowbell; Steve Gill, electric guitar; Chris Perfect, bass guitar/vocals; and Mike Zaitz, drums. Bookings: 630-620-1154 or www.moderndayromeos.com. MISS BEHAVIN, high-energy, four-piece band that covers hits from the ’60s to the present. Fronted by Denise Ebler with Rob Wawryzniak, lead guitar; Craig Hunter, bass; and Jim Nonneman, drums. Bookings: 847-418-1879; info@ missbehavinrocks.com or visit www. missbehavinrocks.com. MR. P, well-worn ’60s folk-rock picker/ grinner Mike Penkava on acoustic guitar, rambling with the likes of Simon & Garfunkel, Lightfoot & Taylor, Neil & the Cat, Prine & Goodman, and meandering into the present with some new stuff too. Information: mikepenkava@ netzero.net. Check with The Village Squire, Crystal Lake, at 815-455-4130 for regular gigs. MYSTRISS, classic and current rock ’n’ roll. Featuring Angela Powell and Cristine Salazar, vocals; Kevin Powell, bass/vocals; Dan Robinson, guitar; and John Faruzzi, drums. Bookings: 815-307-5225 or www.facebook.com/ mystrisstheband.

N NEMESIS THEORY, hard rock & metal, classics and today. A diverse range of favorites & high-energy music featuring Tom Wilson, lead vocals; Larry DeMumbrum, drums; Mike Streicher, bass guitar/vocals; Joe Guevara, lead/ rhythm guitars/vocals; and Todd Scow, lead/rhythm guitars/vocals. Bookings and information: 815-739-1106; nemesistheorylive@yahoo.com; www. nemesistheory.com or www.myspace. com/nemesis_theory. Continued on page 9

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O OCEAN BLU BIG BAND, Chicagoland’s newest 18-piece big band, playing your favorite classic, themed and contemporary jazz/ big band/Latin tunes. Members are professional musicians that are music educators/teachers, band directors. Bookings: Richard Brabeck, 847-340-5100; rick@ foxvalleyschoolofmusic.com or www.oceanblubigband.com. OLD’S COOL, an old-school, houserocking party band playing classic rock, blues and R&B. Featuring TR Kerth, guitar, harmonica/vocals; Rich Wolter, guitar/vocals; Hans Stucki, keyboards/guitar/vocals; Gary Ross, drums/vocals; and Bob Noble, bass/guitar. Bookings: TR Kerth: 847-331-1758 or trkerth@ yahoo.com or www.reverbnation. com/oldscoolhuntley#. ON A DIME, founded in 2003 around a blues-rock-opera written by the band founder Aaron Netsell. Members include Aaron Netsell, guitars/keyboards/vocals; Rob Godek, lead guitar/backup vocals; Sandee Christiansen, keyboards/ vocals; Steve Sawyer, bass guitar/ vocals; and Ken Grutza, drums.

P PARTY DOCTORS BAND, playing all your favorite party music from the ’80s pop/rock to modern hits. Members are David Burdick, vocals/keys; Dan Zemanek, guitar; Steffan Zarakas, bass; Jim Baer, drums. Bookings: Dan, 815-7629424. Contact: Facebook.com/ thepartydoctors. PARTY FREAK, playing party rock, classics and all-time favorites. Featuring Scott Lewis, vocals; Rodney Yee, bass; Kurt Larson, guitars; Mike Vermeland, keys/ guitars; and Tony Stephan, drums. Bookings and information: Scott, 847-608-0631; partyfreakmusic@ yahoo.com; www.facebook.com/ partyfreakrocks or www.partyfreakrocks.com. PATIO DADDY-O, rockin’ through the ages, ’60s to today. Classic rock, blues. Featuring Tony Giglio, lead vocals/drums; Tony Clavesilla, lead guitar/vocals; Danny Dally, bass guitar/vocals. We do private parties. Bookings: 224-622-0472. Schedule: 9 p.m. Jan. 11, J’s Sports Bar, Ingleside; 9 p.m. Jan. 19, Diamond Jim’s, East Dundee; 9 p.m. Jan. 26, Route 12 Bar, Spring Grove; 9 p.m. Feb. 2, All Sports Bar & Grill, McCullom Lake; 9 p.m. Feb. 9, Trio Grills at Glo Bowl, Marengo; 9 p.m. Feb. 16, Hi Bowl, Huntley; 9 p.m. Feb. 23, TJ Snickers, Wauconda; 9 p.m. March 16, The Gambler, McHenry. PETE BERWICK, singer/songwriter. Information: Shotgun Records, 815-759-0042 or www.peteberwick.net. PETER & THE VERSATILES, MoTown, blues, classic rock. Featuring Peter, lead vocals; Missy, background/lead vocals; Kim, background vocals; Tom, lead guitar; Bob, rhythm guitar; Tom, bass guitar; Dwayne, drums; and Mike, saxophone. Information: www.myspace.com/petertheversatiles. PHIDGET, classic ’80s rock band featuring Patty Malten, vocals; Garry Hane, drums; Mario Massi, guitar; Chris Erbach, bass; Rick Ippolito, keys/vocals. Information: www.phidgetband.com. PIRATE RADIO, a four-piece cover band featuring Moe Rivera, guitar/ vocals; Tony Falco, vocals/percussion/guitar; Matt Schreier, drums; John Rock, bass. Bookings: 630279-7625 or www.facebook.com/ pirateradiorocks. PIRATES OVER 40, Buffett tunes and more, featuring Ron Combs, vocals/guitar; Don Devereaux, drums; Bruce Waters, guitar/ vocals; Jim Nelson, bass; Bobby Swigart, guitar; Mitch Martin and Joe Ornelas, percussion. Bookings: 815-344-6410 or www.pirates-

over40.com. PLAN B, featuring Tom, guitar/ vocals; Steve, bass/vocals; Todd, drums/vocals; and Mike, guitar/ vocals. Bookings: 815-236-6087 or www.rockonplanb.tripod.com. POTTS & PANS, a steelband playing a wide variety of music from classical to Calypso, pop to jazz and more. Featuring Matt Potts, Anthony Houston, David Brachmann, Christina Guerrero, Mike Schwebke and Paige Moore. Bookings: 815-2453624 or matt@pottsandpans. org. For information, visit www. pottsandpans.org, Facebook or Twitter. PRACTICE IN PUBLIC, playing blues and rock from Stevie Ray Vaughan to the Stones and much more. Featuring John Paradise, lead vocals/rhythm guitar; Karl, bass; Lew Postnell, harmonica; Rich Feldhaus, lead guitar; Tracy Doetsch, drums; Billy Schwank, guitar. Contact: 619-861-7353; tracyguns@hotmail.com; www. facebook.com/practiceinpublicland or www.reverbnation.com/ practiceinpublic. PSYCHAS, original hard rock, blended with modernized cover tunes. Featuring Eric Babcock, guitar/vocals; Marty Blake, drums; Joaquin Luebanos, bass guitar; David Houck, guitar. Bookings and information: 815-529-3271 or webmaster@psychas.com; www. psychas.com; or www.facebook. com/psychasband.

R THE RESERVE, rock ’n’ roll with a splash of ‘90s grunge. Featuring Jon Babin, vocals/guitar; Kyle Biba, drums; Jon Birchfield, guitar; and Steve Somogyi, bass. Contact: thereserve11@yahoo.com; Facebook or Reverbnation. ROADHOUSE PROPHETS, playing rockin’ country covers. Bookings: Chris Blevins, 847-902-0780 or www.myspace.com/redneckrevival. ROBERT KELLEY, acoustic, blues, jazz, rock or even a one-man band. Performing with various groups, expanding through several genres. Regular performer at Liquid Blues and Jazz on the Square. Information: 847-828-6854 or geneticstrings@gmail.com. ROCKCOVERY, classic rock and grunge. Featuring Rock LaCoco, lead vocals; Chris Farina, guitar/ vocals; Mike O’Connor, guitar; Rob Farina, bass; and Andy Garay, drums. Bookings: 847-815-2392. Information: www.myspace.com/ rockcovery. ROCK-DOCS (aka AXE GRINDER), an updated mix of rock classics from the ’70s through today. Featuring Mike, guitars/vocals; Willie, guitars/vocals; Kenny, bass/vocals; Jeff, drums/vocals. Bookings: Rockdocs@rocketmail.com.

RURAL ROUTE ONE, award-winning rockin’ country band. Featuring Manzy Z, vocals/guitar/percussion; Bob Lindsley, vocals/drums; Patrick “Hutch” Hutchins, vocals/ guitar; Bart Alonzo, vocals/guitar; and Jim Roxworthy, bass. Bookings: 708-516-6053, MandyZ517@ aol.com or reverbnation.com/ mandyzofficial.

S SAVANNA ROAD, today’s rock and new country. Featuring Cindy Aikins, vocals; Hal Hartwig, guitars/ vocals; Mike Gibson, bass/vocals; Bruce Honniball, drums/vocals. Bookings: Bruce, 815-245-9345; www.facebook.com/SavannaRoad or www.savannaroad.com. SELECTIVE RECALL, playing the best of the New Wave ‘80s. Featuring Kris Valentine, lead vocals; Eli Bennett, bass/vocals; Rudy Lobo, guitar/vocals; and Scott Toth, drums/vocals. Bookings: 847-533-9991; kris@entertainment1.com or www.entertainment1.com. Information: www. selectiverecall.com; www.facebook.com/selectiverecallrocks; or www.twitter.com/selectiverecall. SEVEN POUND FURY, infamous, original, rock. Featuring Lynette Louise Varvil, vocals/string guitars/harmonica/melodica; Erick Olsen, lead guitar; Scott Nickels, drums/percussion; Ginni Hauck, bass. Bookings: www. facebook.com/sevenpoundfury. Information: www.myspace.com/ lynette7poundfury or www.myspace.com/sevenpoundfury. SHADOW LEFT, Joseph David Broman, a one-man band act and songwriter, performing synthesized industrial-metal music along with contemporary covers and eclectic songs on keyboards and guitar. Bookings: rhymeclimate@ gmail.com or www.reverbnation. com/theshadowleft. SINFUL SAINTS DIXIELAND BAND, traditional New Orleans jazz. Directed and managed by Tom McDermott. Multiple bands featuring Tom McDermott, Mike Epifano, Ryan Miller, Bob Skallerup, Brian Tipps, trombones; Kurt Schulenburg, Dick Robertson, Mike Knauf, Teddy Holtz, Gary Parker, clarinet/ sax; Dave Mitchell, Frank Katzback, Kevin Huff, Judy Bridges, Don Rhodes, “Spats” Studebaker, trumpets; Rob Curtis, Al Johnson, James Dossa, Tom Landeros, Mike Woitowicz, Jack Kuncl, Ernie Michaels, Jack Meilahn, banjo; Steve Marcus, Brian Borcherding, Tom Stasiak, Kurt Smith, John Harshey, tuba; and Mike Lerner, Ken Voelker, Kenny Holtz, Brian Sugrue, Bob Blazier, Sammy Geati, Chuck Schwartz, Bill Voda, drums; Vance Nelson, Ed Lescher, keyboard. Bookings: 815-404-6769; tom@sinfulsaintsband.com or www.sinfulsaintsband.com.

SING WITH THE BAND, live band interactive karaoke with more than 500 songs. Everything from ABBA to Zappa. Lyrics provided. You are part of the band and star of the show! Featuring Joe Rocha, vocals/bass; Jay Rocha, bass/vocals; Scott Azzarello, guitar/vocals; and Dave Nishi, drums. Bookings: Joe Rocha, 630-939-5013 or www. singwiththeband.com. SIX STRINGS DOWN, classic rock, ’80s retro tunes, blues featuring female guitarist Dani Lampi, lead guitar/vocals; David Witt, vocals; George Lemperis, lead guitar/ vocals; Frank Laumbinger, drums; and Charles Beadle, bass/vocals. Bookings: 815-385-4680; danil@ hotmail.com or www.sixstringsdown.cjb.net. SKY BURIAL, featuring Kevin Tuegel, guitar; Sean Kenney, vocals; Mark Servantes, bass; and Jason Pare, drums. Bookings: Warp Skatepark, 847-458-4066 or Kevin Pare, 847-915-2655. SNAFU BAND, blues, classic rock, Southern rock and country covers. Featuring Ross Benson, guitar/ harmonica/vocals; Melissa Rolley, vocals; Jeff Haberer, guitar/backing vocals; Todd Thorez, bass; Jesse Caruthers, drums. Bookings: 847-975-6030; snafuband@live. com or www.snafu-band.com. SOUTHERN EXPOSURE, a country/ southern rock band featuring Dave Freeman, lead vocals/guitar; Pete Walker, rhythm guitar; Judsen Brown, lead guitar/keyboards/ vocals; Rich Dibona, percussion; and Jeremy Montoto, bass/vocals. Bookings: Dave, 815-970-4345; Pete, 815-693-0299 or www. southernexposuretheband.com. STATELINE, contemporary and classic country, along with classic and southern rock. Featuring Robert Jess, keyboards/vocals; D.J. Myers, bass guitar/vocals; Tom Powers, drums/vocals; and Randy Burs, guitar/vocals. Information: 541-782-8354; www.statelinecountry.com; www.facebook.com/ statelinecountry or statelinecountry@gmail.com. STAY TUNED, playing classic and modern rock. Members: Curt Klausen, drums; Paul Shively, guitar/vocals; Curtis Voel-Pel, bass and vocals. Bookings: Joey DeMarco at United Talent, 630-2797625 or joey@unitedtalentco.com; or Curtis Voel-Pel, 630-453-1443 or voelpel@msn.com. Information: www.staytunedband.net. STREET CORNER BLUE, six-piece ensemble has been performing traditional R&B for 25 years. Members include Tom Kleeman, saxophone; Dave Mitchell, trumpet; Bill Howard, trombone; Mike Lerner, drums; Dave Czech, guitar; and Dave Ladner, bass guitar. Bookings: 708-476-5757; www.streetcornerblue.com or moosemiles@owc.net. Continued on page 12

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NEW ODYSSEY, unique trio of full-time musicians playing 20th century music on 30 instruments. Featuring Michael Jay, Gary Todd and Gary Polkow. Information: 815-344-4200; odysseyguys@aol. com or www.3guys30instruments. com. NITROUS ROCKSIDE, current heavy and hard rock music. Featuring Steve Crandall, vocals; Bob Cashin, guitar; Kai-allen Reinhard, bass/vocals; George Houston, guitar/vocals; Mark Cox, drums. Bookings: George, 847-854-3765; www.reverbnation.com/nitrousrocksideband; www.facebook. com/nitrousrockside; or www. myspace.com/nitrousrocksideband. NO CLEAR WAY, plays a mixture of music from modern to alternative rock. Featuring Brent Baseggio, lead vocals/acoustic guitar; Ryan Gilger, backup vocals/lead guitar; Michael Koch, bass; Doug Conroy, drums. Bookings: 312-772-5652; manager@noclearway.com; www. myspace.com/noclearway or www.noclearway.com. NORTH STREET, old is new again, swing, jazz, blues and pop retro group featuring tunes from the 1920s to present day. Featuring Kathy Bruhnke, Janet Burns, Katie Freese, Judy Stettner, Dora Tippens, Barbara Klein (keyboard), Louis Dolmon (bass) and Frank Novak (drums). Bookings: 815342-2425 or northstreet123@ gmail.com. Schedule: 7 p.m. Jan. 12, Haitian Idol at Woodstock Moose Lodge, Woodstock.

Information: 815-814-1806; onadime@aaronnetsell.com or www.oadonline.com.

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Continued from page 9 SUNFACTORY, high-energy dance and party rock. Featuring Steve Parisek, lead vocals/guitar; Jamie Ryan, lead guitar; Eric Jaspen, bass/vocals; and Frank Bagot, drums/vocals. Bookings and information: 815-861-4833 or www. myspace.com/sunfactory. SWITCHPLAY, a four-piece band featuring multi-instrument players rotating front-line offering diverse solo performances featuring Paul Zanello, Marty Howe, Brian Bankord and Aaron Netsell. Three different tribute sets are British invasion, funky R&B and classic rock. Bookings: 815-2369893/9894.

T TALISMAN, Freddy and Lorrie Lamberti perform country, blues, rock ’n’ roll, pop, jazzy swing and oldies. Bookings: 815-337-1760 or http://www.talisman.freeservers. com. T-BOS, the ultimate ’70s rock show. Members: Silky Kessler, guitar/ lead vocals; Thunderboogie, bass guitar/vocals; Buck Lee, guitar/ vocals; Izzy Wylde, drums; Ripper Mansion, security/sound/lights. Bookings: Mike, 847-921-0033. Information: www.facebook. com/T-bos-70s-rock or www. myspace.com/tbosband. THUNDER BOX, THE KNOCKERS, featuring rock music from the ’80s til now in a high-energy rock band that captures the style with stage presence and sound. Featuring Tommy Hanus, bass/Vox; John Gracek, lead/Vox; Bill Rios, drums; Joey Domanico, guitar/Vox. Bookings: 847-344-0222. TIME MACHINE, group from McHenry offering danceable rock from the ’50s to now. Featuring John Gaceck, lead vocals; Dan Stromstedt, guitars/vocals; John Furuzzi, drums/vocals; Buddy Rezendes, bass guitar; and Wayne Maxson, guitar. Bookings: Dan, 815-378-0498 or timemachinemchenry@hotmail.com. Information: www.facebook.com/timemachine. liveband. TOGETHER AGAIN, jazz-rock/ smooth jazz/pop/rock/Latin and more. Members: Marti Bonne, keyboards/vocals; Jim Seidel, bass; Geoff DeMuth, guitar/vocals; Robin Knapik, drums. Bookings: 815-356-1141; together_again@ comcast.net; www.togetheragainband.com. TRASHCAN SYMPHONY, playing hard rock, rock and pop cover songs from the ’70s through today. Featuring Jeff, vocals; Joel, vocals; Brian, guitars/keys; Axe, guitars; Bex, bass; and Mike, drums. Contact: info@trashcansymphony.com; trashcansymphony.com; facebook or reverbnation. TRAVELING COWBOYS, play-

ing country, rock’n’roll, Elvis and more. Featuring Jeff Beebe, guitars/vocals; Bill Fennell, guitar, harp/vocals; Chris, drums; and Sam, bass guitar. Bookings: 815236-0155. TRIADD, performing danceable classic rock to current with emphasis on pro-vocal harmonies. Duo/trio acoustic and full band. Featuring Rick Jacobs, guitar/bass/lead vocals; Tim McGovern, guitar/lead vocals; Mac Rietz, bass guitar; Steve Moss, drums/vocals. Bookings: 847-516-4631; 847-639-0418; www.myspace.com/triaddmusic; Facebook or www.triaddband.com. Playing first Fridays of each month at McGonigal’s in Barrington. Schedule: 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Jan. 4, McGonigal’s Pub (acoustic trio with Mac), Barrington; 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Jan. 5, Docks Bar & Grill (full band with new drummer, Boomer), Wauconda; 8 to 11 p.m. Jan. 18, Pablo’s Mexican Restaurant (acoustic duo), Crystal Lake; 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Jan. 19, Wool Street Grill & Sports Bar (full band), Barrington. TRU BLU, country/bluegrass. Originals and covers including Sam Bush, Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Old Crow Medicine Show, Zac Brown and many more. Featuring Adam Kaczmarec, mandolin/ guitar/lead vocals; Ron Yankowitz, bass guitar/vocals; Chris Yankowitz, banjo/guitar/vocals; Aaron Lembke, guitar/vocals. Bookings: 815-245-2539. Playing every Sunday evening at Labemi’s in downtown Crystal Lake. Other musicians invited to come and join in. TRUMAN’S RIDGE, playing traditional bluegrass. Featuring Steve Sarver, guitar/lead vocals; Mark Fowler, mandolin/fiddle/harmony vocals; Evan Fowler, standup bass/banjo/harmony vocals; Bruce Wallace, banjo/bass/guitar/ harmonica/fiddle/harmony vocals. Bookings: 815-603-1441; 815-5016608 or www.trumansridge.com. TWISTING ROSES, teen rock band featuring Kristy Rose, vocals/ guitar; Mike Stone, drums; and Ian Painter, bass. Information: John Rose, 815-444-7663 or www. twistingroses.com.

U THE UNIVERSITY, alternative, Indie and rock playing originals and large selection of covers from the 1970s through 2012. Featuring Cale Singleton, vocals/bass; Ryan Lammers, vocals/guitars; John Benedeck, vocals/keyboards; Dean Sinclair, drums/percussion. Bookings: universityband@gmail.com. Information: www.facebook.com/ forgoodforawesome. THE UNUSUAL SUSPECTS, a local group playing party rock, both classic and current. Featuring Elmo Arcari, lead vocals/guitar;

Kevin Hewitt, lead guitar/vocals; Ernie Jummati, bass/lead vocals; Mike Trippi, drums/More cowbell. Bookings and information: 847669-8848; 847-409-7073; info@ thesuspectsrock.com; www. thesuspectsrock.com; www. facebook.com/thesuspectsrock; twitter.com/thesuspectsrock.

V VOYAGE, classic rock band featuring Joel Strombres, lead vocals/ guitars; Mike Rehak, guitar; Larry Mann, bass; Mike Larsen, keyboard/vocals; and Gordon Siewart, drums. Bookings: 630-284-9112. Information: www.myspace.com/ voyagerocks or www.voyagerocks. com. VVX, hard rock and metal from the ’80s and ’90s and plenty of extras to keep it mixed up. Members are Tom Wilson, vocals; Dan Volpe, guitar; Todd Scow, guitar; Guy Bazilewich, bass; and Dennis Frankowski, drums. For bookings, contact: United Talent Co. at www.vvxlive.com.

W WATERFRONT DOGS, classic and blues plus Southern equals rock. Featuring Art Warshawsky, lead vocals/keyboard/guitar; Michal “Muppet” Laurance, lead guitar/ vocals; Jean Laurance, guitar/ vocals; Larry Surleta, drums/ vocals; Kirk Hitschel, bass/vocals. Bookings: Art, 815-388-3287. For information and schedule, visit www.waterfrontdogs.com or on Facebook at waterfrontdogs.com. WAY OFF TOPIC, classic rock, rock and hard rock. Members are Eliot Levy, guitar/vocals; Ron Lincicum, guitar/vocals; Brian Johnson, bass; and Shawn Wojcik, drums/vocals. Bookings: wayofftopic#att.net. For information, visit www.facebook. com/wayofftopic or www.youtube.com/userwayofftop. THE WHITE SADDLE BAND, country rock, old and new country, classic rock and pop. Featuring Rich Nelson, bass/lead vocals; Mike O’Cull, lead guitar; Derek Crawford, drums/percussion/vocals; and Les Urban, guitars/vocals. Bookings: 847-826-2834 or www.thewhitesaddleband.com. WISEGUYS, smokin’ rhythm and blues. Featuring John Deardorff, lead guitar/vocals; Scott Deardorff, keyboards/vocals; Bill Hughes, drums; and Greg Van Nostrand, bass/vocals. Bookings: Greg Van Nostrand, 847-561-5266 or www.wiseguysinfo.com. WYKKYD VYKKYR BAND, of Loves Park. Featuring Joel Cameran, drums; Jeff Becknall, lead guitar; Larry Williams, bass; Chris Lewis, vocals; Andy Gore, sound man; and Deb Gore, manager. Bookings: 815633-5832; 815-997-4319.

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