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Monday, July 22, 2013
The University Daily Kansan
MUSIC
Big names bring talent to Lawrence, KC
SARAH NOONAN editor@kansan.com
Macklemore and Ryan Lewis at Power and Light District
The rising hip-hop stars Macklemore and Ryan Lewis are set to perform at the 2013 AT&T MLS All-Star Game at the Power & Light District in downtown Kansas City on July 29. The duo recently released its debut album, "The Heist," which sent them to the runner-up position on Billboard Hot 200.
The album's single "Thrift Shop" topped a number of charts including the Hot 100.
Within a genre full of fronting, beef and bravado, Macklemore's music is shockingly genuine. From his platinum-selling marriage equality anthem, "Same Love," to his American slang hit, "Can't Hold Us," Macklemore works hard to increase his level of success and personal potential no matter what obstacles stands in his way.
The concert starts at 9 p.m. It's free, but fans will need a ticket to enter. For more information on how to get
tickets, visit www.MLSsoccer.com/ allstar.
Their hits, "Sadie Hawkins Dance," and "Be My Escape" will have the crowd moving in no time. Lead singer Matt Thiessen, who formed the band in 1998, focuses on finding a balance between a crazy yet emotional performance.
The American rock band Reliant K is gearing up for a one-of-a-kind performance at the Granada today. After the release of its newest album, "Collapsible Lung" on July 2, fans have been anticipating the pop-punk bands national tour.
Relient K at the Granada
Many of its songs are fun, catchy mainstream pop songs with some Christian undertones.
Over their career, Reliant K has sold more than 2 million records, won two Dove Awards and was nominated for one Grammy. The concert starts at 8 p.m. tonight at the Granada. Tickets are $35.
The Postal Service at Midland Theatre
A band can spend all the time,
money and effort trying to create the perfect pop-music line-up,but sometimes the stars need to align all on their own.
The band, The Postal Service, became something unique through the meaning of its name- the U.S. Postal Service.
Lead singer and Washington native, Ben Gibbard, sent recordings back and forth with producer Jimmy Tamorello, to mix exquisitely matched synthetic sounds with natural ones.
Their hit single, "Such Great Heights," from their debut album, "Give Up," was the beginning of a phenomenon that brought together a fan base spread out across the musical spectrum. The Postal Service performs at the Midland Theatre in Kansas City on Wednesday, July 31 at 8 p.m. Ticket prices are $35 to $40.
Taylor Swim at the sprint center The blonde bombshell Taylor swift is set to perform at the Sprint Center in Kansas City on Aug. 2 and 3.
Taylor Swift at the Sprint Center
Born and raised in Pennsylvania, Swift will also play with Ed Sheeran, the English singer-songwriter who is featured in her big hit, "Everything Has Changed," from her most recent album, "Red."
The country singer-turned-pop star's RED Tour is set to be one of the most-anticipated musical events of 2013. Swift's live shows are known worldwide for bringing her music to life through a variety of instruments, lights and wild costumes.
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Her heartfelt lyrics and relatable songs have landed her four Grammys, Top New Female Vocalist AMC awards and three self-titled platinum albums.
The concerts start at 7 p.m. For more ticket information, visit sprintcenter.com.
Edited by Allison Kohn
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