Ben Folds Five, Ben Folds, Beatles, Keith Jarrett, Simon & Garfunkel, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Billy Joel, Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Jerry Lee Lewis, Umphrey's McGee, Oscar Peterson, The Bad Plus, Phish, Queen, Keane, Dresden Dolls, Stevie Wonder, Ani DiFranco, Fiona Apple, Natalie Merchant, Fear Of Pop, Dave Matthews Band, Barenaked Ladies, Counting Crows, Belle & Sebastian, Elliott Smith, Cole Porter, Thelonius Monk, Beck, Regina Spektor, Alicia Keys, and whoever else floats my boat.
Every musician, and indeed all people, have goals and dreams that mold their lives. Alan Bailey is working hard to fulfill his. His recent studio album, "Can't Let Go," contains an assortment of honest songs, from the pounding of 'The Moments Passing', to the heartfelt 'How Could I Be Blue?', and to the thoughtful lullabye of 'I'm Off To Bed'. The influence of Ben Folds and The Dresden Dolls are immediately obvious, and specific songs have drawn comparisons to Elvis Costello, The Who, Jeff Tweedy, and even Rocky Horror and the Spice Girls. This album was recorded and performed with the Alan-Bailey Continuum, a band consisting only of piano, cello, and Liz Ele on drums.
Since the release of his piano-rock album, Alan started a new original jazz band named Jazzacadabra. With a fabulous singer in Meghan Phillipp, and a horn section, this band is an outlet for Alan's jazz songwriting and arranging. A friendly debut show took place at the Gallery Cabaret in May, on a real grand piano.
Alan has played in the best small music venues in Chicago with his band or another, including Schubas, Double Door, Subterranean, Abbey Pub, Beat Kitchen, and the Elbo Room. In addition to his original work, Alan founded Bended & Folded: A Ben Folds Five Tribute Band that has played in Chicago for two years. He also passes on knowledge to future generations by teaching keyboards at the National Paul Green School of Rock Music.
Alan is no stranger to touring, and the complications and hardships that come with it. He toured as a musician for the Second City National Touring company for most of 2008, touring to California, Texas, Massachusetts, and many points in between. Alan also has been a pianist for cruise ship bands, cruising all over Europe, as well as Alaska and the Bahamas.
We are very excited about playing at such an awesome jazz club. We have some great sets lined up for you, so don't miss it. Friday and Saturday November 20th and 21st, 5:00-8:30p at Andy's Jazz Club in Chicago
Aaron Koppel -Guitar, Matt Nelson; (Lupe Fiasco, Matthew Santos) -Keyboard, Graham Czach; (Chicago Afrobeat Project) -bass, Robert Tucker (Matthew Santos) -drums
JFJO returns to CHICAGO on SATURDAY (OCT. 24) at The Kinetic Playground. Liquid Soul opens! Doors @ 8pm. Advance Tickets are cheaper and still available! See you soon!
Chicago Bands and Entainers we are looking to fill some spots in upcoming TV Showcase. If you are looking to get in some clubs and festivals please email us contact information. Chicagoland groups only. Referrals are welcome. Limited space but plenty of opportunity.
Thanks for the add and welcome to the brotherhood!! We hope you are enjoying our new EP on our page! Feel free to drop us a line and let us know if you like it or for whatever else is on your mind!! We have some shows comin up. They are posted on our page, hope to see you out there! Thanks and Keep It Killer!!!
Chicago Bands and Entainers we are looking to fill some spots in upcoming event show. If you are looking to get in some clubs and festivals please email us.
Hey! How have you been since we last spoke? I hope things are going well for you! I just wanted to drop in, say hi, and let you know that we have a show TONIGHT (SUNDAY - 5/31) that we hope you can make it out to! All the info is below:
Sunday May 31st, 2009 BOTTOM LOUNGE 1375 W. Lake St. Chicago, IL Doors @ 8PM (We go on first at 9!) 21+ w/ID - $6 pre-sale/$8 at the door
Hope all is well and that you can make it tonight! Eric PORTOCAL
Hey! Thanks for being our friend! How are things in Chicago for you? We're new to the area
and we have a show coming up on 5/31 at Bottom Lounge that we really
hope you can make it to! Keep in touch and we hope to hear from you
soon!
Your new friends,
PORTOCAL
PS - If you like our music we have a CD available on iTunes!
Thanks for becoming one of our friends! Hope you like our tunes and we hope to see you at one of our shows. We really appreciate your support. Thanks again! ROCK ON!! www.prowlers-music.com --PROWLERS auto-updated gig reminder--
