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While legendary Jennifer Holliday is the headlining musical act, there are many other entertainment offerings on tap during the weekend, including the following highlights. POWDER This successful LA-based group has a wide range of musical influences that include AC/DC, James Brown, Van Halen, Kiss, Tina Turner, the Vapors, and Squeeze. In addition to their uniquely entertaining music, POWDER always manages to keep their live performances interesting, whether appearing onstage as femme-bots or 10-foot tall aliens. They recently released their latest CD, Nothing, and make a return engagement to Market Days after thrilling their Midwest fans last year. www.powdermusic.com .
LAKESIDE
PRIDE JAZZ ENSEMBLE In its 6th season, the Lakeside Pride Jazz Ensemble continues bringing the flavor and excitement of big band music to its audiences. They perform a wide variety of music, including swing, latin, pop and Broadway favorites, specifically selected for the city's "more colorful and diverse audiences". www.lakesidepride.org
CLARKSTREET An audience favorite
from last year's Market Days, this edgy group of talented musicians
plays a unique brand of vocal driven, punk influenced rock with
melodic pop hooks in every song. ClarkStreet's incorporation
of three part vocal harmonies adds depth to their aggressive
sound and serves as a defining characteristic. www.myspace.com/clarkstreet
R.O.T.C.
- ROTC Chicago
is an all-male color guard ensemble that combines precision military
style marching maneuvers and intricate twirling rifle work, all
done to the beat of fun and energetic dance music. Clad in camouflage
shorts, sleeveless military shirts and combat boots, ROTC always
puts on an entertaining show that leaves audiences wanting more.
www.rotcchicago.org CHICAGO
GAY MEN'S CHORUS CGMC has been an integral part of Chicago's cultural and gay communities since 1983, entertaining audiences with innovative and wide-ranging musical programming. The chorus has produced memorable performances over the years including productions celebrating the Sidetrack show tune experience and full-length book musicals such as The Wizard of Oz. www.cgmc.org
DEVIN &
THE STRAIGHTS Dubbed "the gayest country in the city," Devin and the Straights are an exciting and colorful urban country band with a loyal local following and a growing national fan base thanks to the release of their new album this past year. Dressed in rhinestones and faded blue jeans, they present country with an inviting twist that is sure to please. www.myspace.com/devinandthestraights
CHICAGO
SPIRIT BRIGADE Chicago Spirit Brigade is a hi-energy high-flying LGBT cheerleading squad dedicated to putting on entertaining performances while raising money for various community organizations. In the midst of its sixth season, they have raised a substantial amount offunds for HIV/AIDS & cancer not-for-profit organizations that provide direct care services. www.chicagospiritbrigade.org
KIMI HAYES
BAND Kimi Hayes and her band define American music at its finest; full of pure rock and soul, blending the guts and passion of Joplin and Raitt, the pop sensibilities of Sheryl Crow and Matchbox Twenty, and the live unbridled energy of Etheridge and Springsteen. www.kimihayes.com CATFIGHT Dubbed "chicks that rock," this all-girl band presents a fun, sassy, high energy performance that's packed full of popular music from Kelly Clarkson to The Killers. They'll definitely leave you wanting more, more, more!!! www.myspace.com/catfightbandcom |
