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After a one-year hiatus, Chicks with Picks returns to the Volcanic Theatre. Stacie Johnson, lead singer of Broken Down Guitars, has organized the event, now in its sixth year, to feature and highlight female-fronted bands. “This year it’s all about passion, it truly is,” Johnson says. “Coming back from the break of not having it […]
The world of sex, drugs and rock 'n roll hardly conjures up the image of healthy habits. Late nights, long travel days and copious amounts of stress lead many to go down comfort food alley. And that’s not to mention the many venues showing their appreciation by showering artists with ample treats—often in free-flowing liquor […]
In a perfect world, all music festivals would include not just beer and live music, but natural beauty and a chance to soak yourself into oblivion. It might not be the combination you get other places, but at the Broke Down Soakdown at Summer Lake Hot Springs this August, you get all that and more. […]
A CD release party for “Everything You Need,” the second album by the local group Broken Down Guitars, is coming Saturday, April 30. The six-piece band prides itself in being about diversity in sound with influence from blues, rock and country, all with an electric mix to it. Lead soul-singer Stacie Johnson and guitar guru […]
Thursday 28 – Saturday 14 “12 Angry Jurors” THEATER—”12 Angry Jurors” takes the scripts from “12 Angry Men” and “12 Angry Women” and combines them into a more balanced view of very topical ideas. When a young black man goes on trial for his life, the jury deliberation sheds light on race, privilege, sexism and […]
Doc Ryan There’s just something extra invigorating about hearing Americana music outside. A certain warmth comes from the acoustic guitar and the storied lyrics, which is good since it’s only March and we cannot guarantee that the weather will stay warm. Either way, The Lot has heated benches, firepits and heaters to keep external temperatures […]
Christmas is fast approaching, so between frantic shopping, holiday office parities (ours is TONIGHT!) and other obligatory events, try to enjoy yourself. Here’s what we will be up to this weekend… friday 12 Dirksen Derby Kickoff PARTY—What has become the de facto early season snowboarder party, the 8th annual Dirksen Derby kicks off this evening […]
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