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October 6, 2008 | Reviews: Concerts
 Photo By: Melissa Bobbitt See? Indie rock musicians are just like you and I! They, too, get bummed out. They, too, have to cope with an economic crunch. They, too, crank up the melodica to drown out life’s sorrows. Read more
October 3, 2008 | Reviews: Concerts
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September 25, 2008 | Reviews: Concerts
September 24, 2008 | Reviews: Concerts
September 22, 2008 | Reviews: Concerts
 Photo By: Sarah Cass Singer Wesley Miles was jovial in his proclamation that this was Ra Ra Riot’s third visit to Chicago this year. Then again, how could he not be? The band has seemingly blown up overnight with the release of their new critically acclaimed album, The Rhumb Line.
September 19, 2008 | Reviews: Concerts
September 17, 2008 | Reviews: Concerts
 Photo Credit Nicole M. Faust One of the most enjoyable elements on Ezra Furman & the Harpoons’ first album, 2007’s Banging Down the Doors (Minty Fresh), is Ezra’s sense of command and almost cocky delivery in each and every tune. The mind evokes a charismatic, unforgiving front man ready to take on anything thrown at him. Read more
September 16, 2008 | Reviews: Concerts
September 1, 2008 | Reviews: Concerts
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Until recently, Detroit songsmith Rodriguez has been relatively unknown in his hometown but, in some parts of the world he is a legend. In South Africa, he’s bigger than Elvis. On Saturday, September 20, Rodriguez (whose incredible story will be featured in ALARM #33) performed to a sold out crowd at The Park Bar, marking his first Detroit performance in 35 years. 
The Adventures in Modern Music Festival, presented by uber hip UK magazine Wire, is a name far better suited to a PBS special than a five day event showcasing experimental and rising stars from home and across the pond. This annual event ran from Wed 9/10 -15 at Chicago’s excellent Empty Bottle, and the whole event was understated, modest, and all about the music, with zero commercial interference. 