Timbaland Shock Value II Tour, Chicago, IL

Timbaland Shock Value II Tour
House of Blues - Chicago, IL, USA - January 24, 2010
by Tamara Jenkins

TimbalandMusic producers are usually the unseen, unheard hit makers; the magic hands behind the scenes and only up til now have some made themselves visible in videos and onstage during shows.

But, this has never been the case for Timothy Mosley aka Timbaland.

Since his debut in the music world,Timbaland has been a visible force as a singer, rapper and producer, so its no surprise he's embarked on a tour to promote his latest cd, Timberland Presents Shock Value II.

The Shock Value II Tour, scheduled to begin at 11:00 p.m., kicked off at12:45 p.m. with the first opening act Down With Webster, a progressive hip hop, pop group and winner of the 2008 Rogers Mobile/Universal Music best unsigned artist in Canada contest. The energetic7 member group consisting of 3 singers/MC's, 2 guitars, keyboardist and drummer performed 5 songs from their cd Time To Win Vol. 1.

The second act, Sebastian, Timbaland's younger brother, performed 2 songs from his upcoming cd and later brought out rapper Petey Pablo to perform Pablo's Timabland produced hit "Raise Up" ( North Carolina).


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Ozzy Osbourne Signs Copies of "I Am Ozzy" at Old Orchard Mall's Barnes & Nobles

Ozzy Osbourne Signs His New Book "I Am Ozzy" Barnes and Nobles Books at Old Orchard Mall in Skokie

The heavy metal Prince of Darkness, Ozzy Osbourne, met what was like thousand of fans on Saturday, January 30, 2010 at Barnes & Nobles book store, just north of Chicago in Skokie, IL. Currenty on tour with his new book titled, "I Am Ozzy" co-written with Chris Ayeres. The parking lot was filled, the fans stretched out where the eye could not see behind the mall, and Barnes and Nobles most likely sold every book today in their inventory. Ozzy would go on and sign for hours, meeting fans, taking photo and just having a blast as the superstar of heavy metal, some may call him the godfather of metal, but to us all He Is Ozzy!

Ozzy Osbourne Signing for I Am Ozzy
Barnes & Nobles Books at Old Orchard Mall
Skokie, IL
January 30, 2010


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Support the Earthquake Recovery Efforts in Haiti

Support the Earthquake Recovery Efforts in Haiti

If you do anything today.... Help the people of Haiti!!!!

At the request of President Obama, former President George Bush and President Bill Clinton have partnered to help the Haitian people reclaim their country and rebuild their lives.

Learn More at ClintonBushHaitiFund.org

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Harrson Ford in Chicago for the Premier of Extraordinary Measures

Chicago's very own, Harrison Ford is on town promoting his new film "Extraordinary Measures."

Harrison Ford and his co-star, 10 year old Meredith Droeger (Megan Crowley), walked the red carpet for press and fans at the AMC River East 21 Theater in Chicago. After talking with the press, Ford headed out to meet and sign autographs for all who came out for the event. A little bit of pushing went on by the onlookers trying to get their Indy Jones posters, dolls and other memorabilia signed. I even saw a fedora flying around the crowd. I am sure the Indy Jones whip was in someone's hand as well.

Ford signed and met fan as much as time permitted before he was taken away for the movie premier.

Harrison Ford is one of the best by my experience, many actors just move on and do not sign or speak with fans... just ask me who.

Event Details

AMC River East 21

Chicago, IL

January 12, 2010


Photos by Adam Bielawski

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Chappelle’s Show Donnell Rawlings aka Ashy Larry in Chicago January 13- 15, 2010

Comedian, writer and actor Donnell Rawlings, best known for his role as Ashy Larry on the groundbreaking comedy sketch show Chappelle’s Show, will perform four shows Jan. 13-15 at Zanies in Chicago and two shows Jan. 16 at the Zanies in Vernon Hills.

In addition to his work on Chappelle’s Show, Rawlings has been featured on television shows Third Watch, HBO’s The Wire, Law & Order and Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Bad Boys of Comedy, Def Comedy Jam, and in the films Spiderman II, Fever, Why Me, The Last Film Festival and Fifty Pills.

Rawlings will perform at Zanies Chicago at 9:30 p.m. (Jan. 13 and 14) and 8:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. (Jan.15); and at 7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Jan. 16 at Zanies Vernon Hills.

Tickets can be purchased online on the Zanies website (Zanies.com) or by phone at (312) 337-4027. Zanies Chicago is located at 1548 North Wells Street and Zanies Vernon Hills is located at 230 Hawthorn Village Commons (Hawthorn Village Commons Plaza), Vernon Hills. For more information on Donnell Rawlings, visit http://www.myspace.com/donnellrawlings and http://www.bootlegcomedy.com/.

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Jason Derulo Performs at the Coca Cola Lounge at 103.5 KISS FM Studio

Jason Derulo Performs at the Coca Cola Lounge at 103.5 KISS FM Studio

Lucky fans late yesterday afternoon had a chance to see Jason Derulo perform a few of his hits at the Coca Cola Lounged at 103.5 KISS FM Radio Station Chicago.

Jason Derulo is on tour with Lady Gaga and will be performing 3 sold out shots at the Rosemont Theatre in Rosemont, IL.

Photo by Adam Bielawski

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Love +Peace=Unity: Trevor Hall's Spiritual Journey, Chicago House of Blues

Love +Peace=Unity: Trevor Hall's Spiritual Journey, Chicago House of Blues
House of Blues - Chicago, IL, USA - November 3, 2009
by Anita Maree Lande

Trevor Hall is a reggae wizard. His music is a circular mix of fusion, folk, and rock, centered inside the reggae beat. His songs are emotional, inspiring, and they will rock you on a path to spiritual freedom. As the opening act for Matisyahu, Trevor and his band (Chris Steele -drums, Mario -bass) gave a strong performance showcasing a variety of songs while promoting their latest album simply titled Trevor Hall. At the nearly sold-out House of Blues, the enthusiastic crowd bounced, clapped, and kept their eyes glued on Trevor with his mesmerizing and unique style while he displayed a true love and belief in his music.

A few songs performed included Volume, My Beating Heart, and Where's the Love. He then rolled into the Indian inspired Om Shakti Om. The crowd favorite of the night had to be Unity. As Matisyahu joined him on stage to help sing Unity, the crowd went wild to hear this song about people coming together and looking up to the 'higher power.' Unity has such amazing lyrics like: I don't want a reason anymore about God above, God above/ I just want to melt away, in all His grace/Drift away, into that sacred place/Where there's no more you and me, no more they and we, just Unity/Yeah yeah, just Unity. As the band left the stage, Trevor appeared moved by the thunderous response he received and thanked the crowd for the support they showed. On a chilly autumn night in Chicago, Trevor brought in a warm reggae breeze and a sense of healing musical power to excite his fans. Now this is a kind of unity that everyone needs!

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