The Opposition Party

Distant Planets, Dark Room

josh — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 05:07:48 +0000

No, it’s not a planetarium (though that would be a fun show). It’s a night of afrotronica brought to you by Soulphonetics, Windimoto, and The Opposition Party:

Rain Dance

josh — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 20:10:03 +0000

Thanks to all the folks who came out to dance in the drizzle at Navy Pier yesterday for the World Music Festival! You made the lake look even lovelier. Looking forward to drier, warmer confines tonight at the Mayne Stage with Grupo Cumbe!

People Getting Down By The Lake

Chicago World Music Fest

josh — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 16:52:20 +0000

The Opposition Party is pleased to announce two dates for the Chicago World Music Festival this year:

September 18 at Navy Pier – Sunday, 1pm

September 19 at Mayne Stage – Monday evening

So whether you prefer a daytime festival-style stage or an evening at a club, we’ve got you covered!

See our shows page for more info.

Also, keep your eyes peeled for upcoming info on the benefit we’re playing Sept 25 to raise money for famine relief in East Africa.

Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest!

josh — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:40:26 +0000

What more is there to say? The OP is playing the fine Glenwood Avenue Arts Festival this Sunday, Aug 21st. Come out and partake of the lake, the artists, the shops, the music. We’ll be on the Main Stage at Morse and Greenview, playing at 4 pm.

Surprise Guest at Six Corners

josh — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 21:44:05 +0000

Thanks to everyone who came out for the Six Corners BBQ Fest! The OP had a nice thrill that day when none other than Alejo Poveda jumped up on stage to join us for a few tunes. Check out the video on youtube.

Summer Whistler

josh — Tue, 31 May 2011 21:07:46 +0000

The OP head back to Logan Square’s Whistler, this Thursday, June 2 to pack the stage full of horns, rhythm, and percussion. We’ll go on at 10pm with two sets of afrofunkdub sounds. Get in for free, get lubricated with The Whistler’s fine cocktail selection, and get loose to the vibes.

Bucket of Fun

josh — Fri, 13 May 2011 15:20:10 +0000

We’re excited for our Saturday, May 21 spot opening for Rubblebucket at Martyrs! You can check out this high-energy act and download their new album here.

Tickets

Morse Stop

josh — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 15:44:52 +0000

On Friday, April 15, The Opposition Party & Soulphonetics take over Morseland in Rogers Park! Great beer selection, tasty kitchen treats, and live afrofunkdubjazz.

Shorty on American Routes

josh — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 18:41:22 +0000

It was great to hear Trombone Shorty on the latest edition of American Routes! Lookin forward to opening for him & his band Orleans Avenue on April 4 at Lincoln Hall!

Shorty Then Shorty

josh — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 16:30:34 +0000

UPDATE: Due to a gigantic blizzard, this show has been postponed to Monday, April 4. See the Lincoln Hall website for more information.

On Groundhog Day, February 2, the OP opens for Grammy-nominated New Orleans trombone prodigy Trombone Shorty in a sold-out show at beautiful Lincoln Hall! We’re opening with one set at 8 pm sharp, so get there early to avoid the snow plows and catch some vibes. Then stick around for one of the best horn players in the country!