WHAT: Ikaray/Sough/Marathon/Orator
WHERE: Blips and Chitz ($5 suggested donation)
WHEN: Thursday, September 1st at 8 p.m.
Blips and Chitz are all about dark and experimental doom music on Thursday, played by half-local and half-Chicago bands. Come get sad and happy at the same time.
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WHAT: Marrow, The Phantom Broadcast, Matthäus
WHERE: The Accord ($7 at the door)
WHEN: Friday, September 2nd at 8 p.m.
The indie band Marrow are quite familiar with eclecticism; members have worked with Jeff Tweedy and toured with Chance the Rapper. The Phantom Broadcast and Matthäus both share that tendency and make indie rock with flavors of jazz, folk, and pop in the mix.
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WHAT: First Friday at IMC
WHERE: Independent Media Center (free)
WHEN: Friday, September 2nd at 6 p.m.
The Independent Media Center will be participating in the inaugural session of Imbibe Urbana’s First Fridays, a showcase of all things Urbana. IMC will have doorstep DJ’s, an open mic, and lots more to offer for this great event. See the Imbibe Urbana Facebook page for more information.
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WHAT: 80’s vs. 90’s with Josh B. Kuhl & DJ Tim Williams
WHERE: Canopy Club (free)
WHEN: Friday, September 2nd at 9 p.m.
The school year has returned, and with it comes live shows at Canopy Club. Friday night will be a free set featuring a battle of two DJ’s and two decades.
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WHAT: NIL8 with Roberta Sparrow and Risky Casanovas
WHERE: The Accord ($8 advance/$10 door)
WHEN: Saturday, September 3rd at 9 p.m.
Civilized Gypsy Tattoo Parlor brings you this rather metal event, featuring outfits NIL8, Roberta Sparrow, and Risky Casanovas churning out some rock, punk and metal tunes.
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WHAT: Tender Mercy with Jared Grabb and Tomorrow Is Already Here
WHERE: Library House (free/donations suggested)
WHEN: Saturday, September 3rd at 7 p.m.
Kentucky’s Tender Mercy is contemplative, quiet folk/experimental music to space out to. Jared Grabb is likewise thoughtful music, but unplugged. Add local band Tomorrow is Already Here and you’ve got a nice, quiet jam night at Library House.
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WHAT: The Masquerade ft. Sliink with Matthew and Indigo Child
WHERE: Canopy Club ($7 advance/$10 door)
WHEN: Saturday, September 3rd at 9 p.m.
DJ Sliink has worked with EDM mainstays like Skrillex, and was recently signed to his label. On Saturday he’ll be throwing down some sick beats to get your weekend pumping.
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WHAT: Labor of Love Festival
WHERE: Independent Media Center
WHEN: Saturday, September 3rd from 1 – 11 p.m.
This stacked fundraiser will feature all sorts of musicians and artists all day on Saturday. Proceeds from this cooperative effort go to benefit the IMC and the great things they do there year round. Over a dozen different musical acts will perform for the cause and the event also serves as the kick-off for 90.1 WEFT-FM’s Fall Pledge Drive. Check out the event page for the complete schedule and more info.
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WHAT: Last Minute Fire
WHERE: The Rose Bowl (cover unknown)
WHEN: Sunday, September 4th at 9 p.m.
Last Minute Fire play original country and rock music laced with covers and favorites. They’re all set to be an enjoyable easy listen at a classic watering hole.
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