Neko Case Sets Summer Tour Dates
Not unlike a cyclone, Neko Case will be covering much of North America during her summer tour, which spins off May 28 in Albuquerque, N.M.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsLollapalooza 2009 line-up to feature Tool, Lou Reed, Beastie Boys, Jane's Addiction, Snoop Dogg, many more
After months of anticipation, Lollapalooza has finally announced its full 2009 line-up. Taking place Aug. 7-9 in Chicago's Grant Park, the event hosts the proverbial headliners (Tool, The Killers, Jane's Addiction, Beastie Boys, Lou Reed, Snoop Dog, Depeche Mode), the indie-rock staples (Vampire Weekend, TV On the Radio, The Decemberists, Ben Folds, Of Montreal) the slightly under-the-radar favorties (The Raveonettes, Bat For Lashes, Ra Ra Riot, Heartless Bastards) and the up-and-coming baby bands (Passion Pit, Hockey, The Low Anthem, The Virgins) one might expect, plus many more.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsDepeche Mode, Jane's Addiction, Beastie Boys to headline Lollapalooza, allegedly
According to Chicago Tribune music critic Greg Kot, Lollapalooza's headliners this year will include Depeche Mode, Jane's Addiction and Beastie Boys. Kot writes, "Though promoters would not confirm the information Friday, multiple sources inside the industry said the three headliners are a lock for the festival." According to Billboard, Kings of Leon will join the line-up as well.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsG. Love tour diary - Lollapalooza wrap-up
So, I'm out here on the never ending road, the road that keeps going and going. As a matter of fact its been going for 15 years. Damn, that's a pretty long time. Ahh the places I've been you name it just about every big city and small town in this god-fearing country. I play the hip hop blues. Please don't say, "I love that kind of music" if you've never heard of me before because, not to sound like a jerk, but I'm the only one who plays the hip hop blues. So on Sunday I had the great honor... read more
Found in: Blogs, Dear DiaryLollapalooza announces 2008 schedule
While music-festival goers around the country were busy wallowing in all the dust, sweat, and performances in Manchester, Tennessee this past weekend, Lollapalooza was hard at work compiling the schedule for its 2008 line-up.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsLollapalooza 2008 announces official lineup
Say what you will about Lollapalooza, but the drama surrounding the announcement of the festival's official '08 lineup has added some much-needed excitement to the rainy spring months. After the often controversial, sometimes insightful Chicago Sun-Times rock critic Jim DeRogatis leaked some of the headliners, Perry Farrell ran his mouth, calling the critic, among other things, Pepe LePew. The two have had some bad blood in the past, which just adds to the controversy. Any press is good press, right, buddies? Anyway, here's the dirt: The festival goes down Aug. 1-3 in Chicago's Grant Park. Radiohead is headlining—something they'll be... read more
Found in: Music, NewsRadiohead, Wilco, NIN rumored for Lollapalooza
The Internet has become the modern equivalent of a game of "whisper down the lane"—a juicy rumor may seem like reliable information, but at the end of the day, it's possible you and your neighbor will have entirely different ideas about what Sally did with those seashells by the seashore. If you know what we mean. Over the past few months, the Internet has become a hotbed of activity for festival rumors—speculation on Coachella's line-up nearly crashed the festival's website in January, and the confirmation that All Points West was, in fact, happening in New Joisey only poured fuel on... read more
Found in: Music, NewsBlue Room to live webcast Lollapalooza
As with Bonnaroo, AT&T’s online “blue room” is bringing Lollapalooza to all y’all who can’t make it to Chicago for this weekend’s festivities. Amy Winehouse, Interpol, LCD Soundsystem and M.IA. are just a few artists whose performances will be webcasted live, beginning tomorrow at noon-thirty. Check the links below for a full schedule. Related links: Lollapalooza.com ATTBlueRoom.com Video: Gomez play AT&T Blue Room Got news tips for Paste? Email news@pastemagazine.com.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsBasham on Lollapalooza
When first walking across the softball fields I hear the opening day fanfare blasting through the P.A. system right before a mass of humanity comes running onto the grounds. read more
Found in: Concerts, ReviewsLegaspi on Lollapalooza
In its second year as a static festival, Lollapalooza expanded to three days this year and hosted 130 acts across eight stages in Chicago’s Grant Park. read more
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