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New CD Update
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10.21.09 - Hope everyone had a great summer. As always, they go by too fast. This was our first summer since our reunion tours began in 2003 that we haven't toured...we can't wait for the 2010 summer tour. It's been tough and we miss seeing all of you. Here's a little update of what we have been up to since the final show of the last year's tour.
The writing is coming along nicely for our new CD. In the past, most of the song writing was done by one of the writers in the band, then the completed song was presented to the remaining guys, with input coming from other members on the arrangements and production. This time around we are collaborating more as a band in the writing of the songs. There are some pretty interesting ideas flying around, all of which are being captured at John's home rehearsal studio. You gotta love ProTools. The plan is to hopefully write between 15 and 20 new songs and then pick 10 to 12 for the new CD, with recording starting after the first of the year. If all goes well, we will be promoting the release of the new CD next summer when we start our 2010 tour.
So that being said, as we do before the beginning of each new tour, we are asking for your input in helping us come up with a name for our 2010 summer tour. Remember it will appear on the back of the summer tour t-shirts. Heck your title might even inspire us to write a song ...Send us your suggestions to: mandrrush1@yahoo.com
Since we did not perform this summer, we had the time to go out see some great music from local and national acts. The music covered a wide range: Peter Cetera, REO Speedwagon, Styx, 38 Special, Randy Travis, Nickelback, Papa Roach, Hinder, Saving Abel, Night Ranger, Loverboy, Billy Squier, The Buckinghams, Ides Of March, Herman's Hermits (They were great believe it or not), Dennis DeYoung at the beautiful Millenium Park in Chicago (We miss you Dennis in your band), Steely Dan.... And we can't forget Fresh Hops (Marty's son's band). Every Tuesday Fresh Hops host the "Tuesday Jam Session" at Finnegan's Pub in Dyer, Indiana on Route 30. "Tuesday Jam Session" begins at 10:00PM and goes until 2:30AM. Stop by next time you're in the area. Marty and some of the other guys have been jumping on stage quite regularly to jam.
Some other noteable happenings since the last tour:
- In August, the band took in a Chicago White Sox home game together... Yes Carl, Jeff and Marty (Cubs fans) gave in and went to a Sox game. HA!!!! We've posted some of pictures from the game. See story below.
- John got a chance to talk to fifteen time Grammy Award winning producer and songwriter David Foster while he was in Chicago promoting his PBS special "Hit Man". John has been a fan of David Foster's songwriting and production techniques since the 80's when he was working with the group Chicago, Peter Cetera and others.
- We've all been doing some traveling around our great country - LA, Las Vegas, Nashville (John went to the NAMM show, the music equipment trade show, see story below), Cleveland (Rock N Roll Hall of Fame), Denver (Red Rock Theatre - WOW), St. Petersburg, North Carolina and some of our family members- John's daughters, Kristen and Jenna, went to Europe!!!
Well....that's it for now... we miss seeing all of you!! Remember you can always hear M&R Rush on your iPod or CD player by going to iTunes or the M&R Rush Store and purchasing your favorite M&R Rush songs from our three CD's: "Rock & Roll Chicago", "The Thrill of The Chase" and "Keep On Rockin".
Keep On Rockin and See You Summer 2010
Marty, Roger, Carl, John, Paul and Jeff
Sox Game & Ron Kittle
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9.4.09 - Last month at a Chicago White Sox home game, the guys stopped for a photo by the World Series and American League trophies. While taking the picture, former All-Star and Rookie of the Year Ron Kittle walked by and jumped in the photo with the band. Ron was with the White Sox from 1982-86, 1989, 1991. Yes, even though the entire experience was tough on Marty, Carl and Jeff as they are Cub fans, they all had a great time that night.
More photos.
Photo-Opp 94.7 WLS-FM
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8.12.09 - John stopped for a photo opp with 94.7 WLS-FM
air personality Danny Lake at the station's promotion in Countryside. John and Danny were both interns at WLS-AM in the late 70's. They reminisced about working at "The Big 89" with radio greats Larry Lujack, Little Tommy Edwards, Bob Sirott, John Records Landecker, Brant Miller, John Gehron and others. The conversation turned to M&R Rush and how during his early days in radio, Danny used to see the band at local high schools, colleges and clubs. Join Danny Lake for the Saturday Night Party 7 PM until Midnight on 94.7 WLS-FM.
2009 Summer NAMM Show Nashville
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7.31.09 - During a recent visit to Nashville, John stopped by the summer NAMM Show looking for new gear for the 2010 M&R Rush Summer Tour. John visited the Chicago based Hanson Guitars booth to check out their new line of guitars. John is pictured with Bo Pirruccello - President of Hanson. John also spotted Rick Derringer and stopped to talk with Gunnar Nelson about their mutual friend Chip Z'nuff from Enuff Z'nuff and Gunnar's recent project Scrap Metal. In the attached video from 2007, Gunnar is asked about a show that Enuff Z'nuff was the opening act and talks about the Nashville music scene.
"Keep On Rockin" Available at the M&R Rush Store & iTunes
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The new 11 song CD, which was recorded at the Rock House in Blue Island, Illinois, contains 9 new M&R Rush songs as well as songs by Journey and Free with Paul Rodgers. You can purchase your own copy of "Keep On Rockin" at the M&R Rush Store , at all M&R Rush shows and at many download sites.
Listen To Commerical Promoting the new M&R Rush CD
"Keep On Rockin"
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Check out the attached radio commercial promoting the new M&R Rush CD "Keep On Rockin". The 60sec spot has aired on X-Rock 103.9FM in October & November.
40 sec into the commercial the information for the next M&R Rush live show of the 2008 tour was inserted.
Check Out Blogs Written by Various Band Members For Each Show Of The"Ticket To Kick It " Tour 2008
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M&R Rush uses Peterson Strobe Tuners
Thanks to Peterson Strobe Tuners for including M&R Rush in it's updated list of artists who use their tuners to keep the guitars rockin!
Peterson Artists
Old Days....Good Times I Remember....
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Although we're having the time of our lives playing again and we want to thank all our fans for giving us a second chance to live the dream.....we can't forget the old days.....when we lived to Rock & Roll and we all made the music that is still loved today!!! To the old days.... Chicagofest, Roseland, Michigan Avenue, Zordan Music(Hey Al), high school dances, WLS radio and vinyl albums.
Click here to see photos from the late 70's and early 80's.
M&R Rush Guests On Night Rock Radio
M&R Rush appeared Sunday, September 28th as the "In Studio Spotlight Artist" on Night Rock Radio hosted by Tom Lounges.
Listeners were given a chance to call in and win tickets to the Northwood's Octoberfest show, Saturday, October 4th along with copies of the new M&R Rush CD "Keep On Rockin".
Thanks to Tom Lounges, Hegewisch Lisa, Chicago Paul & everyone at XRock 103.9FM. Night Rock Radio can be heard every Sunday from 6:00 to 9:00PM.
Click on the headline above to view photos taken during the interview.
Jonathon Brandmeier Plays Parody of Cubs Tribute "Once In My Life Time"
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11.10.08 - Johnny B and The Loop, 97.9FM Chicago's Rock Station, played a voice mail parody this morning of the M&R Rush Cubs tribute song "Once In My Life Time". Identified only as the Cubs song, "Once In My Life Time" is played by Johnny as a listener identifies the song. Thanks Johnny, I think that's the fifth time you played our song. You Rock!!!!
M&R Rush Releases New Cubs Tribute
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"Once In My Life Time", a salute to the 2008 Chicago Cubs, written by Carl, is now available at the M&R Rush Store
Click on the .mp3 file on the right to hear an excerpt from "Once In My Lifetime".
View "Ticket To Kick It" Tour Promo Picture
We'd like to thank Hannah Westphall of Hannahelaine Photography, Nashville, Tennessee for designing this year's promotional picture of the band. The picture is being used for media and venue posters to promote each show of the 2008 "Ticket To Kick It" tour. Thanks Hannah!! Click on picture to enlarge.
View "Ticket To Kick It" Tour Promo Posters
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We'd like to thank Kim Bobbitt for designing this year's promotional posters. These posters are being used on our website and in newsletters to promote each show of the 2008 "Ticket To Kick It" tour. Thanks Kim!!
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M&R Rush makes Top 10 List of Independent Albums for 2007
5.17.08 - Thanks to Rob and the gang at AOR Underground for including "Keep On Rockin" in the top ten list of independent albums released in 2007. Sorry guys for the late posting!!!
AOR UNDERGROUND AWARDS FOR 2007....
Internet Radio Playing M&R Rush Music
3.18.08 - Thanks to Adam Z and STEEL 93 for their support and for playing M&R Rush music from the new CD "Keep On Rockin".
This is an excerpt from an email from Adam Z sent to our myspace..."STEEL 93 is planning on playing both "Time Waits For No One" & "If You Should Walk Away From Me" for the next 30 days. You can hear them both between the hours of 12:00 am - 7:00 pm (Monday-Friday) roughly every 3 to 4 hours. And, on the weekends during our "Indie Weekend" program...48 hours of Indie Rock 'N' Roll."
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John Is Interviewed by "NWI Entertainer"
1.25.08 - John discusses the writing of "Keep On Rockin" and more!!
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"Keep on Rockin" makes Top 10 list of regional CD's for 2007 in the Northwest Indiana Times Entertainment section.
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Marty Is Interviewed By "Melodic.net"
11.19.07 - Marty discusses the making of "Keep On Rockin" and more!! Click here to read interview.
"Keep On Rockin" Is Reviewed By "AOR Underground"
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"Keep On Rockin" Is Reviewed By "RevelationZ" - On Line Music Magazine From Denmark
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Behind The Music: The Creation of "Keep On Rockin"
Check out some behind the scenes info on the creation of each song on the new CD! Click here.
Troye Kinnett, keyboard player for John Mellancamp's band joined M&R Rush on stage at the Rathskellar in Indianapolis.
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Troye joined the band on stage during the set and again for the encore. Click on headline above to see additional photos.
Listen To Excerpt From Deep Cuts Weekend As Byrd Talks About "Rock & Roll Chicago" & M&R Rush!!
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3.2.07 - The band would like to say thank you to "The Loop" 97.9FM WLUP Chicago for playing "Rock & Roll Chicago" last Saturday as part of their Deep Cuts weekend. This was the first time the song has been on that station's airwaves since 1980 when M&R Rush was chosen to be on their first hometown album. "Rock & Roll Chicago" became the most requested song off the "Chicago Rocks Vol 1" album and finished at #45 for the year at that station. A special thanks to Byrd for his kind words, to Bill Klaproth Assistant Program Director/Music Director for thinking of us and to everyone at the station for remembering us after all these years! "The Loop" 97.9 rocks!!
View Deep Cuts playlist from The Loop website for Saturday 6pm to 7pm
M&R Rush To Participate In Fund Raising For The Make-A-Wish Foundation
1.1.07 - M&R Rush has been asked by Chicago radio station the Loop, WLUP-FM, to help raise money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation by posting our Bears Anthem on iTunes through the radio station's website www.wlup.com. It will be available starting on January 7, 2007. For every .99 cent download the Make-A-Wish foundation will receive .70 cents. The remaining .29 cents will go to iTunes for operating costs. We are honored to be asked to donate our music - what a great way to raise money - through the love of music!!!
Honorary Roadie John Wasserman Reviews Oak Fest Show
7.26.06 - Click on title above to read John's review & learn how long M&R Rush has been a part of John's life.
M&R Rush Music Now Available at Apple iTunes and other Internet Download Sites
In an effort to make our music more accessible to our fans, M&R Rush music is now available on a number of internet download sites. For about $0.99 you can download your favorite M&R Rush song from our latest CDs. Download them to your computer or your iPod & enjoy the music anytime. Of course you can still order the entire CD albums from the M&R Rush Store or at CD Baby.com. Click on the headline above to see the list of sites that carry M&R Rush music. Remember keep the music industry strong, don't steal music.
Archive News
If you're wondering what the band has been up to since the reunion tour started in 2003 or if you're visiting our website for the first time, check out the Archive News section of the website. This section contains old stories that were once featured on the website home page.
Click on Archive News in the RED navigate area on the left or click here, Archive News.
E-Mail M&R Rush at: mandrrush1@yahoo.com
Stay in touch with the band. Send us an E-mail. We'd love to hear from you! We answer all E-mails!! E-mail us any pictures you have, old or new, and we'll use them on the web site!!
"Rock & Roll Chicago" the compilation CD available at CD Baby.com
As M&R Rush returned to the stage in 2003 for the first time in 16 years, the band released a compilation CD titled "Rock & Roll Chicago". Spanning the years 1979 to 1987 the songs are taken from the bands albums and singles along with previously unreleased M&R Rush music. Read reviews of "Rock & Roll Chicago" at CD Baby.com.
The M&R Rush Store
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