Stolie, The Musician - guitar, vocals, harmonica, iPod Scott, The Magician - vocals, announcer voice, kazoo, magic tricks
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Yo, wassup! Check it out.... whenever we remember to, we'll take pictures at the shows and post 'em here in this lil' tele tubby. And no, we're not asking permission. Besides, look how photogenic you all are! xox, S&S
In the spring of 2004, friends and coworkers Stolie (Chicago singer-songwriter) and Scott Schaefer (long-time lead singer for many a Chicago rock band), decided to pool their talents and take over the bustling Chicago music world. Self-declared “The Best Damn Cover Duo in the Windy City,” The Acoustic Sideshow aims to offer a degree of professionalism oft overlooked on the boozy cover gig circuit. Their collection of oldies-but-goodies as well as classics and contemporaries that anyone from the ages of 5 to 85 inevitably knows the words to makes them a perfect live music solution for any event from dinner background to raucous backyard barbecue. With top-notch sound gear, pro lighting equipment, and their super wonder twin powers, The Acoustic Sideshow can conquer anything. And, the girl/guy factor finds them well-suited for weddings and other events involving love, love, and more love.
While they continue to pursue this local rock endeavor, The Acoustic Sideshow has recently expanded their show as an interactive performance that fuses music with high doses of Pop Culture trivia, comedy, game show-style contests, old-school dance competitions, sing-alongs and even a little magic.
** The Acoustic Sideshow will not be held responsible for bad times had at a planned event for which you failed to book them. Events include, but are not limited to, birthday parties, bachelor parties, bachelorette parties, bar/bat mitzvahs, confirmation celebrations, awkward in-office corporate parties, surprise sex-toy parties, your next church bizarre, cub/girl scout jamborees, PTA meetings, happy hours, after hours, roller/demolition derbies, bowling parties, pool parties, Tupperware® parties, jello/mud wrestling competitions, turtle races, field days, scavenger hunts, family reunions, strip searches, prison parole parties, fire drills, air raids, soldier homecoming, Venetian night, Mardi Gras (will show Scotts tits for beer), New Years Eve parties, Engagement/Divorce/Second Marriage parties, and most holidays that fall within the calendar year (Martin Luther King Jr Day, Chinese New Year, Lincolns Birthday, Ash Wednesday, Flag Day, Vernal/Autumnal Equinoxes, Passover, Easter, Mothers/Fathers Day, St. Paddys Day, Valentines Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Halloween, All Saints Day, Election Day, the Preservation of Day Light Savings Day, Christmas, Boxing Day, Kawanzaa, Hannukah and Festivus.)
FOR BAR AND PARTY BOOKING, email theacousticsideshow@hotmail.com or call 773-480-1418. The Acoustic Sideshow is readily available for private parties and celebrations of all kinds, corporate events of all sizes, and any other occasion that would benefit from live acoustic music and witty in-between song banter!** Reasonable rates (credit cards accepted!) Complete song lists and studio and live recordings available. References a-plenty.
FOR COLLEGE BOOKING:
Bass/Schuler Entertainment
4001 W. Devon Ave., Ste. 510
Chicago, IL 60646
773.481.2600 (phone)
773.481.2601 (fax) info@bass-schuler.com (email)
Clarke College (Dubuque IA)
College of DuPage (Glen Ellyn IL)
Concordia University (River Forest IL)
DePaul University (Chicago IL)
Elgin Community College (Elgin IL)
Highland Community College (Highland KS)
Indiana Institute of Tech (Fort Wayne IN)
New England College (Henniker NH)
Notre Dame University (Notre Dame IN)
Ohio Northern University (Ada OH)
Rockford College (Rockford IL)
St John Fisher (Rochester NY)
St Norbert University (De Pere WI)
Truman College (Chicago IL)
University of IL-Springfield
Blackburn College (Carlinville, IL)
University of St Francis (Joliet IL)
University of WI-Platteville
Eastern Kentucky University (Richmond, KY)
ACOUSTIC SIDESHOW @ COLLEGES
"Acoustic Sideshow is a College of DuPage favorite. Stolie and Scott are excellent performers mixing great musicianship with a fun and engaging stage presence. Every year, the students love them." - Chuck Steele, College of DuPage
"The show was amazing! Lots of interaction with the crowd through sing along songs and fun trivia and prizes. The Acoustic Sideshow put on an awesome performance that left everyone entertained." - Mary Kate Bansley, University of IL Springfield
"Absolutely great! Ten times better than year before. Strongly recommended!"
- Brad Dixon, Highland Community College (Highland, KS)
"The most responsive the crowd has ever been!"
- Rachel Lafranconi, DePaul University (Chicago, IL)
"I thought Acoustic Sideshow was absolutely amazing! Everyone’s favorite part was the dance competition; the BINGO song was a little odd, but it worked and everyone loved that they got instruments to play with!" - Allie DiPasquale, Rockford College
“Everything was fantastic with the Acoustic Sideshow. Scott and Stolie were great, and we had a very good turnout for the event. Thanks so much for your help with this event!” - Jessica Douglas, Ohio Northern University
“You guys put on a great show. You’re the best coffeehouse band I’ve ever seen.” - Laurie (Concordia University)
“One word – AMAZING! Loved the energy and the way you both played off of each other. The songs were popular and you almost made me pee my pants! Keep up the awesomeness.”- Kenny Ruth, Ohio Northern Universtiy
ACOUSTIC SIDESHOW @ WEDDINGS & PRIVATE PARTIES
"I just wanted to again say how much Jason and I appreciated your contribution to our reception – I got many, many raves about the band! Everyone was so surprised I found you on an internet search. You really rocked the house. A good time was had by all." - Kristin and Jason Cummins
“Dave and I would like to thank you again for giving such a great performance at our party. This is the first year that so many people got up and danced and I give that credit to you and Stolie! Thank you again for coming to Las Vegas and making our party such a hit!”
- Nadine Lipson, Knightsbridge Holdings
"Scott and Stolie were a hit at our wedding reception. They played all
of our (and our guests') favorite songs, and even allowed my dad to step
up to the mic on Bobby McGee. They really made us feel like they were
our guests and that they WANTED to be there, vs. just showing up as the
hired entertainment. They helped make our wedding that much more
special." - Vanessa Kamerer (Phoenix, AZ)
"The Acoustic Sideshow really brought our party to life with their
diverse playlist, wide vocal range, and faultless harmonizing. They had
every single piece of equipment they needed, set it up quickly, and then
took control of the show, allowing us to enjoy our party without any
worries..." - Roger and Caryn Ady (Chicago)
"For our wedding music, we had four wants: live entertainment, personable
entertainers, widespread song selection, and great talent. We hired Scott
& Stolie, and we made the right choice".
- Mike & Liz Brunke, married October 13, 2006 (Chicago)
“Thank you to both of you for performing at our event! Everyone kept mentioning the next day how great you both were. It was a pleasure to work with you and we look forward to the next time.” - Danielle Czyz, Northern trust Bank
ACOUSTIC SIDESHOW @ BREW PUBS
"When I thought about going out this weekend, probably the first thing I did was see if you guys were playing... I don't think there is any place in the city I'd rather be!" - Tomson George (Wheeling, IL)
“The best acoustic duo in Chicago” - Megan Hunter
"This group really enjoys playing music. The dynamic with a female guitarist who knows what she is doing and a male vocalist who can actually sing is something you don't see every day. They have a solid selection of songs, and their stage chemistry is infectious and complete. Keep it up!"- John B (Detroit)
"You guys rock! I'm so glad I stopped in and was blown away by your great presence and harmonizing! Great range and many different genres of music!" - Amy H (Chicago)
"You guys are all kinds of awesome!" - Brittany (Glen Ellyn, IL)
"After a long week at work, there is no better way to start the weekend than watching the Acoustic Sideshow... there is nothing hotter than Stolie's beat box, and Scott plays the best kazoo this side of the Mississippi!" - tg (Chicago)
"Thank you for such a wonderful night. You are the best performers I have EVER seen. Keep up the good work, and I hope to see you next time I'm in town!" - Jessica (NJ)
FOR BAR AND PARTY BOOKING, email theacousticsideshow@hotmail.com or call 773-480-1418. The Acoustic Sideshow is readily available for private parties and celebrations of all kinds, corporate events of all sizes, and any other occasion that would benefit from live acoustic music and witty in-between song banter!** Reasonable rates (CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED!) Complete song lists and studio and live recordings available. References a-plenty.
FOR COLLEGE BOOKINGS:
Bass/Schuler Entertainment
4001 W. Devon Ave., Ste. 510
Chicago, IL 60646
773.481.2600 (phone)
773.481.2601 (fax) info@bass-schuler.com (email)
FOR WEDDING BOOKINGS:
Cage and Aquarium Productions
3408 W. Parker Suite 2
Chicago, IL 60647
773.398.9211 (phone)
773.433.2957 (fax) CandAProductions@gmail.com (email)
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Hey guys, -I think I know the date and venue (location) where you'll be performing that private show, next week. If all goes well, I'll definitely look forward to see y'all there. I should be there bright and early helping to set things up. - Keep on, keep it rockin' Scott & Stolie. BTW love the new pics. - RAUL
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