July 22, 2021
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that The American English family announces the passing of our beloved Rick Stang. For over 20 years Rick was our road manager, guitar tech, driver and close friend. He was the kindest person with the most friendly smile and gentle heart. A fine musician and talent himself, he was the very engine of the band and part of our spirit. His love for the music of The Beatles and rock n roll will stay with us forever.
May He Rest In Peace.
Friends & Fans,
Please join us all in the American English family as we give a huge and heartfelt thank you and send best wishes to our own, Tommy Gable, “Ringo”. After 25 years of being our absolute rock, our backbeat, Tom is retiring from the band. It is impossible to find the right words to express how much he has meant to us all. We can only thank him for so many great moments of joy that he has brought to his bandmates and Beatles fans alike. Tom started with the band in 1994 and has portrayed the lovable drummer all over the world. He will be missed and we wish him the very best of luck. Let’s all congratulate him on his well deserved retirement!
Bittersweet as this moment is, we would like to formally welcome the outstanding talent that is Tony Giangreco to the band! Tony has literally learned to play drums listening to Beatles records and watching Tommy play. He’s a natural fit and brings an unbelievable passion and spirit to the role of “Ringo”. Over the last weeks we auditioned a number of drummers and Tony rose to the top in quick order. He’s already a veteran of the Chicago music scene and an experienced Beatles tribute artist. We are lucky and blessed to have him!
Here’s to a great fall and winter season and we look forward to an absolutely FAB YEAR 2020!
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PRESS RELEASE
West Town Getting Live Music + Event Venue
Lodge Management Group Brings 551 Live to Mahoney’s Space
Chicago, IL (March 2019)—Lodge Management Group (who have brought you the establishments of The Lodge Tavern, The Redhead Piano Bar, Pippin’s Tavern, and The Original Mother’s) is excited to announce the plans for 551 Live, a live music venue and event space in their Mahoney’s space in West Town.
Beginning April 4th, 551 Live will offer Live Band Karaoke every Thursday night, live music from up and coming local bands on Friday nights and more well-known bands on Saturday nights. Opening weekend acts include Hello Weekend on Friday April 5th and Shout Out on Saturday, April 6th. Mike and Joe, American English and more bands are planned for April--for a full line up of upcoming shows visit 551Live.com or follow them on social media @551Live. For the launch of 551 Live, there will be no cover charge for April and May, so come enjoy the full bar and live music beginning in April.
“My company offers a diversity of entertainment throughout the city. I purchased 551 Ogden as I believe this area will continue growing under Alderman Burnett’s direction. The space itself can accommodate groups of all sizes and fill a need within the Live entertainment community. Chicago music scene is also growing--from Pitchfork to Lollapalooza, perhaps future headliners at these festivals will get their start at 551 Live,” adds Lodge Management Group owner Lyn McKeaney.
Making it even easier to remember-551 Live will be open at 5:51 pm and is located at 551 N. Ogden. Just remember 551 is the place to go for live music when the weekend hits!
The space is available for private events and parties seven days a week for up to 300 guests and offers a full kitchen for catering, stage, DJ booth, full audio/visual capabilities, customizable lighting, private bar, and outdoor patio space. 551 Live is completely customizable for every type of event. For those interested in booking a private event, please contact parties@lmgchicago.com
551 Live
551 N. Ogden
Chicago, IL 60642
551Live.com
312.733.2121
Hours: Thursday – Friday 5:51 pm – 2 am; Saturday 5:51 pm – 3 am.
ABOUT LMG
Lodge Management Group was founded by Owen McKeaney in 1970. It manages 12 venues throughout Chicagoland including The Lodge Tavern, The Redhead Piano Bar, The Hangge-Uppe, The Original Mother’s, and Pippin’s Tavern. It has a rich music history-- Dave Matthews Band, The Go-Gos, Flaming Lips, Rusted Root and Vanilla Ice have all played at Lodge Management Group’s venues.
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