Alabama Shakes To Headline Free "Dream Show" Concert In Chicago For American Family Insurance
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- American Family Insurance is partnering with Alabama Shakes to present an exclusive "Dream Show" for music fans in Chicago on September 11, featuring a full headlining set from the band alongside two up-and-coming acts which were hand-picked by the band to share the bill. American Family ( www.amfam.com) made the announcement today in association with BUZZMEDIA ( www.buzz-media.com) and BrooklynVegan ( www.brooklynvegan.com/chicago/).
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American Family Insurance is offering fans the opportunity to experience the memorable evening. Starting today, music lovers 21 and over can RSVP for the free event by liking the American Family Insurance Facebook page ( http://www.facebook.com/amfam) to gain exclusive access to the triple-bill concert, taking place at Subterranean music venue in Wicker Park, Chicago.
"Dreams and the pursuit of dreams are an important part of all of our lives. American Family Insurance is dedicated to not only protecting dreams, but to inspiring people to pursue those dreams," said Telisa Yancy, American Family Insurance's advertising director. "Seeing a band at this level play for free in an intimate venue, that's a dream for many music lovers. Alabama Shakes brings together music fans of all genres, and their selection of two of their favorite emerging bands furthers the dreams of other musicians who seek a similar level of achievement." Alabama Shakes was invited to personally select two breakout artists to share the stage: Doc Dailey and the Pollies both hail from the Shakes' home state of Alabama and share a similar Americana sound. "Doing what we love for a living is already a dream for us, but playing with friends and fellow musicians from Alabama is even better," said Alabama Shakes front-woman Brittany Howard The "Dream Show" is supported by BUZZMEDIA's suite of leading music offerings including BrooklynVegan, Stereogum, and Idolator. NOTES TO EDITORSSelect the service that is right for you!
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