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PHOTOS: Rofo Audio & Infinite Lives at The Originals Music Series

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Last night proved to be a ridiculously good night of rock at The Originals Music Series, presented weekly at Chicago Restaurant’s Club Gravity by The Fyre & Ice Show.

Rofo Audio made their debut at the weekly showcase, while Infinite Lives returned. Both bands sounded incredibly seasoned and delighted all in attendance.

For us at Lehigh Valley Underground, it was a great start to 11 consecutive nights we’re going to spend out on the scene. Enjoy some photos!

Can’t-Miss Shows of the Week: Apr. 25-May 1

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Guess what?

As April gives way to May this week, we can look forward to the return of this popular video meme. In any other week, that would have been enough, but we’re excited for a different reason: Allentown JazzFest!

We’re stoked to be an official media partner of this year’s festival, and you can be sure that we’ll be there quite a bit this week and next. In addition, there’s plenty more music where that came from!

Let that be your preface as we present the…

Can’t-Miss Shows of the Week!

Thurs., Apr. 28 | 7 p.m.
The Originals Music Series
Venue: Chicago Restaurant, 1179 Airport Road, Allentown
Admission: FREE
Description: Rofo Audio and Infinite Lives are the bands chosen to rock the stage at Chicago Restaurant’s Club Gravity this week.

Fri., Apr. 29 | 8 p.m.
Al Chez & The Brothers of Funk (AJF2016)
Venue: The Renaissance Ballroom, Allentown
Admission: $30 general admission, $60 VIP
Description: World-class trumpeter Al Chez brings his big band’s high-energy show to the opening night of Allentown JazzFest

Sat., Apr. 30 | 8 p.m.
JoJo Mayer/Nerve (AJF2016)
Venue: HALO, 22 N. 6th St., Allentown
Admission: $35
Description: Nerve helps open HALO after its brand of electronic, dance-infused jazz proved to be one of the big hits of last year’s Allentown JazzFest.

Sun., May 1 | 6 p.m.
WMUH Allentown and Alternative Gallery present: Gather in the Gallery
Venue: 707 N 4th St, Ste 103, Allentown
Admission: FREE
Description: Pete Hill, VoirVoir, CRUISR, and Cheerleader highlight this Sunday show for all ages.

Sun., May 1 | 7 p.m.
Scott Tixier (AJF2016)
Venue: 187 Rue Principale, 187 Main St., Emmaus
Admission: $25
Description: Scott Tixier, an award-winning French jazz violinist and a recording artist, makes his Allentown JazzFest debut.

PHOTOS: September Silence and Julius at The Originals Music Series

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It was a busy night at Chicago Restaurant’s Club Gravity for The Originals Music Series, presented by The Fyre & Ice Show. The evening featured the live debut of hard rockers September Silence, whose onstage chemistry made it sound as though they’ve been together for much longer.

The evening was headlined by Julius, whose band opened its set with a short rendition of Prince’s “Purple Rain” in memory of the late performer, who passed away Thursday morning in Minneapolis at the age of 57.

The rest of Julius’ set was packed with the punch and showmanship local music fans have come to expect from the artist.

Enjoy photos from this great night of rock, courtesy of Lehigh Valley Underground.

Can’t-Miss Shows of the Week: Apr. 18-24

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So much great music in the Valley this week. Man… are we sure LAUNCH can’t wait until next weekend?

It’s another big week for the live scene in eastern PA, including a Super Saturday of shows both in the Valley and a little ways away (hello, LAUNCH Music Conference). Learn more as we present the…

Can’t-Miss Shows of the Week!

Thurs., Apr. 21 | 7 p.m.
The Originals Music Series
Venue: Chicago Restaurant, 1179 Airport Road, Allentown
Admission: FREE
Description: Julius returns this week alongside September Silence to the weekly showcase, presented by The Fyre & Ice Show.

Sat., Apr. 23 | 6 p.m.
Scott Marshall & Marshall’s Highway: Sounding Out Against Heroin
Venue: ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks, 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem
Admission: $20 advance, $25 day of show
Description: Nine-time 2016 LVMA winner Scott Marshall returns to the Musikfest Café with his band to raise heroin awareness.

Sat., Apr. 23 | 8 p.m.
Autoerotica Unplugged w/ Dissension Rising & Rofo Audio
Venue: The Riegelsville Tavern, 1274 Easton Rd., Riegelsville
Admission: FREE
Description: Hard rockers Autoerotica play a rare acoustic set, supported by Ireland’s Dissension Rising and rising local rockers, Rofo Audio.

Sat., Apr. 23 | 10 p.m.
Roi & the Secret People w/ Nameless Victims
Venue: Pearly Baker’s Alehouse, 11 Center Sq., Easton
Admission: FREE
Description: You can come from one of the evening’s earlier shows and keep the rock going with a set from the Easton mainstay, fronted by the charismatic Mike Roi.

Can’t-Miss Shows of the Week: Apr. 11-17

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We get our MoJo back and much, much more this week!

It’s a big week at Lehigh Valley Underground. Not only are we coming off of an insane lineup of great shows from last week, but we’re going to keep the momentum moving right along. From free shows to big tickets, it is our duty this and every Monday to bring you the…

Can’t-Miss Shows of the Week!

Thurs., Apr. 14 | 7 p.m.
The Originals Music Series
Venue: Chicago Restaurant, 1179 Airport Road, Allentown
Admission: FREE
Description: It’s singer-songwriter night with Adam Jacob, Jonny Cornelius and MoJo.

Fri., Apr. 15 | 6 p.m.
Jewel “Picking Up the Pieces” Tour with special guest, JD & the Straight Shot
Venue: Sands Bethlehem Event Center, 77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem
Admission: $35-65
Description: Find out what the “Ballyhoo” is about as JD & the Straight Shot joins international star Jewel on tour.

Sat., Apr. 16 | 10:30 p.m.
Soundtrack Comes Alive: This Way to the Egress in front of Reefer Madness
Venue: ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks, 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem
Admission: $15/$13 student/$12.50 ArtsQuest member
Description: One of the Lehigh Valley’s most revered (and unique) bands plays in front of this cult propaganda film from the 1930s.

Bonus Video: Mo7s Performs at The Originals Music Series

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On such an enjoyable night of live music from two of eastern Pennsylvania’s strongest indie duos, we felt it appropriate to capture the essence of what made it great.

Observe, then, our friends Mo7s performing “So Important,” which can be found on the band’s new release, “Gift Horse.” We think you’ll agree that Amy and Dave are as talented as they come.

PHOTOS: AVYLON and Mo7s at The Originals Music Series

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Two phenomenal female-fronted duos took the stage at Chicago Restaurant’s Club Gravity to kick off what is sure to be an excellent weekend of live music throughout the Lehigh Valley.

AVYLON and Mo7s both feature powerhouse vocals and intricate guitar work, and both were on display at the weekly Originals Music Series, presented by The Fyre & Ice Show.

There’s more coming from another fun night of music in Allentown. For now, enjoy some photos below!

Can’t-Miss Shows of the Week: Mar. 28-Apr. 3

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Image credit: Marc Ambrosia Music. I mean… it’s pretty cool that Marc quoted me in that graphic.

There’s great music everywhere in our region, and it doesn’t only happen on the weekends. Need proof? Observe, for we have the…

Can’t-Miss Shows of the Week!

Tues., Mar. 29
Kal Marks, Left & Right, VoirVoir, and Jacob Norman Chainsaw-Arm
Venue: Consolidated Cardboard, 5430 Prophets Way, Allentown
Admission: $5-7 donation
Description: Who says good music doesn’t happen during the week? Kal Marks comes from Massachusetts to headline this great lineup of local acts.

Thurs., Mar. 31 | 7 p.m.
The Originals Music Series
Venue: Chicago Restaurant, 1179 Airport Road, Allentown, PA
Admission: FREE
Description: The month concludes with more incredible talent from around the Lehigh Valley, presented by The Fyre & Ice Show

Thurs., Mar. 31 | 7 p.m.
Mantis Music Showcase, featuring Marc Ambrosia Band, Ashton John Band, Carly and Me, D.S. Bradford, and Andrew Moorer
Venue: The Trocadero Theatre, 1003 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA
Admission: $12-15
Description: South of the Valley? Take a trip to the Troc! Two good friends of Lehigh Valley Underground, Marc Ambrosia and D.S. Bradford, highlight a great night of tunes in the City of Brotherly Love.

Sunday Thought Series: Something is Happening

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I had the opportunity to go out on the scene three nights in a row this week.

On Thursday, I went to The Original Music Series, as I typically do, to see Quadraplay and Aniqatia.

Friday night afforded me my first-ever trip to Northampton’s Gin Mill and Grille for a night of hard rock with KILLCODE, Autoerotica, and Vegafuse.

Then last night, I went back to Phillipsburg’s Warhouse Collective for a night of indie rock from Handheld, VoirVoir and Sing, Bird of Prey.

Through it all – three distinctly different nights of great music, some hard-working, amazing people people and my own opportunity to connect more deeply with our music scene – I have come away with this thought.

Something is happening in the Lehigh Valley, and it’s big.

Those on the Lehigh Valley’s original music scene have waited years and, in some cases, decades for these days to come. These are days where more opportunities continue to arise for artists of any genre in the region. The folks on the scene are realizing that it will take teamwork and commitment to bring all of our efforts to prominence, and it appears that these people have begun to find each other and team up for the greater good.

We’re talented, we’re dedicated, and our voices are getting louder. We’ve made it this far, so let’s keep it up.

PHOTOS: Quadraplay and Aniqatia at The Originals Music Series

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A blockbuster holiday weekend of music around the Valley began last night at Chicago Restaurant’s Club Gravity, where Quadraplay and Aniqatia rocked a packed house as part of The Originals Music Series, presented every week by The Fyre & Ice Show.

In case you weren’t one of the many in attendance, we can hook you up with the view from the audience. Enjoy some photos, courtesy of Lehigh Valley Underground!

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