Chicago native F. Stokes hit the scene and his popularity is spreading like wildfire. His new, inventive, conscious style of hip hop is refreshing and inspiring. We are excited to share his work with you all, as we think he is a real, true reflection of Chicago. Agree with his points or not, he stays true to his beliefs and that is admirable no matter what way you look at it. Check him out! Follow him on Twitter: @FdotStokes
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Just when the season will be wrapping up for our Cubbies, Wrigley found a way to house backwards baseball cap wearing, cargo short equipped “broskis” for 2 more nights! Unless you’re still holding a grudge against Dave Matthews Band for ‘accidentally’ releasing bodily waste in our river years ago, you’ve already bought your tickets. DMB has been relentlessly touring for almost 2 decades now, but they have finally brought their amazing talent to a venue that will allow their eclectic sound to echo through our north side streets! With the First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre and Alpine Valley holding 10’s of thousands, DMB hasn’t played this small of Chicagoland area venue since he played the Aragon back in ’95! So get ready for Wrigleyville to become a multi-block fraternity party and check out this once in a lifetime concert September 17-18!
By now you have probably realized that most of our Magnificent Mile looks as if the Armageddon is upon us, but no need to fear… the Autobots are here. Even though most of the streets are completely shut down and probably will be until August 23, Optimus Prime and Bumblebee seem to be causing quite the crowds. So many on-lookers that Michael Bay (director) overheard another director complain that nobody will even go see the movie in theatres! Bay seems to be quite the comedian when talking with Mayor Daley saying, “I told him, ‘Remember how I told you I was going to make your city beautiful? Well, I kind of lied,’ but it will look beautiful in the movie. It’s in the third act.” For a set that was built to resemble a “dilapidated nuclear reactor,” I for one am kind of excited to see what they show (and blow up) of our amazing skyline. We might have to wait another 2 years for the release but I for one have chosen my side, so who will you? Autobots or Decepticons
ChiBoys broke onto the Chicago retail scene and has gained continuous momentum throughout the past year. We are looking for an intern with a passion for this city and this company to help us grow, and to ultimately grow with us. You will be a valued part of our team and your voice will be heard, we look forward to giving you an opportunity to learn about this city, this company and to develop yourself.
Skill Requirements
- Comfortable constructing documents
- Familiar with Excel and Office
- Able to commit 15-20 hours per week
- Experience working with Power Point
- Active on Social media outlets
- Basic graphic design skills are a plus
- Retail experience is a plus
Personality Requirements
- -We need someone to take the initiative to problem solve
- -You must be passionate about the city of Chicago
- Comfortable working with a variety of people
We will provide
- College credit
- The opportunity to grow with the company
- Experience working with a successful start up
- The platform to have your creative input heard and possibly made into reality
Email – Resume and links to social media profiles to: kgorman@chiboys.com
Cool video! Will you believe the story from the director’s BBGUN ( Alex Bergman and Maxim Bohichik)! The same guys that brought you the ’Day and Nite’ remix video by Kid Cud and J Cole’s new video ‘Who Dat’. Read More
Looking for a top music venue where tickets are less than $10 and drinks even cheaper? Look no further than The Empty Bottle! This venue offers some of the best up and coming musical acts in Chicago. You could end up being 5 feet away from your favorite band. Covering all of the 2009-2010 Pitchfork Music Festival after shows, the bar/venue seems to have a monopoly on all of the new alt-rock, electro, dance, and rock-pop artists living in or passing through Chicago. Forget marquees and neon lights, The Empty Bottle, uses a door Read More
September 20 – November 30, 2010
Madron Art Gallery
1000 W North Ave, Chicago, IL, 60642
Located in the south tip of Lincoln Park lies a cutting edge gallery which seems to attract all levels of patrons with their easy going approach to art viewing. All 3 owners, including their director, have roots in Chicago’s deep artistic influence in the modern art scene. Something that attracted us to them is their constant outreach to find exhibits that will make you utilize your mind as well as your eyes. Including in this is their “The Responsive Mind” exhibit which will emphasize on optical illusions in the paintings and murals presented. From movies to fashion, art objects to furniture, images of undulating lines, floating objects and vibrating color became ubiquitous in pop culture.
www.madrongallery.com
Lou Piniella, Chicago Cubs manager, announced that he will be retiring at the end of this season. Closing his career including 18 years as a player and 22 as a manager, Piniella is retiring as the 14th most winning manager in major league history. A right-handed outfielder, Piniella was the AL Rookie of the Year in 1969 after batting .282, 11 home runs and 68 RBIs with the Royals. He was traded to the Yankees in 1973 and ended his playing career with New York in 1984. Last season and this season have not been as good for Piniella and the Cubs. Through Monday, the team was 10 1/2 games out of first place in the NL Central. Lou will be missed by true Cubs fans everywhere.
Pitchfork Music Festival
Date-
Friday, July 16, Saturday, July 17 and Sunday, July 18.
Location -
1501 West Randolph in Chicago’s Union Park at the corner of Ashland and Lake.
Hours -
Friday: 3pm to 10pm. Saturday and Sunday: Noon to 10pm.
Tickets -
Single Day passes are $40
Three-day passes are $90
If Lollapalooza’s line-up doesn’t do it for you, you’re in luck this weekend! The Pitchfork Music Festival is a three-day event showcasing over 40 of independent music’s best bands and artists on three stages. The ambiance of this festival is always more laidback than others but don’t think you’ll be sitting down at anytime! With such acts like Modest Mouse, LCD Soundsystem, and Big Boi; this Read More
