Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
Tickets: $12 in advance / $15 day of show
Headliner: Gizzae
Age Restriction: All ages (Under 19 must be accompanied by an adult)
Web: https://www.gizzae.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/387NkgVYm7xQFNjrO9EV6E?si=UpCSTSIUQXGVqGj4AT3Vjw
Genre: Reggae Roots / World
About Gizzae
Gizzae is truly a band of the world – With musicians hailing from the four corners of the Earth, Rocket and Gizzae have been playing for crowds across the country for over 35 years! Their musical experiences have collectively earned them Grammy® awards, Chicago Music Awards and they have opened for some of the biggest names in Reggae. They have also recorded and played professionally with such acts as:
Ziggy Marley, The Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen, Third World, Toots and Maytals, Burning Spear, Carly Simon, The Talking Heads, Rita Marley, Judy Mowatt, Chachi, Michael Black, Moja Nya, Dallol, Rude Beat Society, The Mighty Baron of Trinidad, Bell Combo and many others.
Working and playing with such a vast array of musical styles and talents has enabled Gizzae to create a unique blend of Roots Reggae. Rocket and Gizzae’s brand of jam-reggae is always backed with strong guitar solos, riffing-warm pads and ambient vibes from their lineup.
Some songs are heavily influenced by Soca, Cumpas, Calypso and other genres such as Jazz, Rock and Blues. Just when you think you’ve heard everything Gizzae has to offer, the band instinctively and seamlessly transitions into Bob Marley reggae/blues finale to satisfy the keyboard and guitar solo fans. This is the way to see a Chicago reggae band!
Formed in 1992 after the breakup of Dallol (Ziggy Marley’s Touring Band) and Moja Nya (New York), Gizzae soon became a fan favorite in the Chicago and Midwest reggae scene. A Sunday night staple at the fledgling Wild Hare, fans started to come out to hear this new reggae band in force and 29 years later, they still rock the house.
If you like live jams and wicked solos, come dance the night away with Gizzae!
COMMON CHORD POLICIES:
*Ticket Disclaimer*
All tickets for Common Chord events are sold via Eventbrite and carry applicable transaction fees. Tickets can be purchased the day of the event, online, and at the door (subject to availability). Ticket fees also still apply for admission at the door.
*Reserved Seating*
All tickets are General Admission unless otherwise stated. For the comfort of our guests, a limited amount of seating is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Reserved Tables: a limited number of tables are for sale in advance, sold through our ticketing service. You will need to add your General Admission tickets AND your Reserved Tables to the cart for purchase. There are four seats at a table.
Physical Accommodations: If you require seating or a reserved space due to health or physical needs, you will need to purchase your General Admission ticket first and then email feedback@commonchordqc.org to reserve up to 2 seats. Tables must be purchased separately.
*Age Restrictions*
Most shows in the Redstone Room are All Ages unless otherwise noted, but minors may attend if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
*Refund Policy*
Purchased tickets are nonrefundable, except in cases of rescheduled or canceled shows.
*Further Questions?*
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