Due to the reported hemorrhaged vocal cord of Tom Keifer. Sunday, July 20th show has been canceled. Al guests can get refunds from the point of purchase. If bought online or with credit card, in most cases their account will be refunded.

-K

Judas Priest is bringing more metal to FMBA. Noted as “The Metal Masters Tour” They’ll be rolling in with Heaven and Hell, Motorhead, and Testament.

So from this point on, I hope no one has plans on “Breaking the Law” because the “Mob rules”

-K

You heard it, Mötley Crüe, will be coming with a few friends. Their new album “Saints of Los Angles” will be out this summer. This will mark the first album featuring original band members in ten years.

Touring with the Crüe will also be.

Buckcherry, Papa Roach, Sixx:A.M., and Trapt

Stay tuned for more news to come.

I’ll see you on the “Wild Side” -K

Hey all, Sorry for the gap. More shows are being released and still more are in queue for this summer. So stay tuned this is not the complete list and will update as often as I can.

Thnx for hanging in there. For those than need the complete and most current update here is up till 2:50pm today.

May, 24th -Tim McGraw w/ Jason Aldean*
July, 5th -Steve Miller Band w/ Joe Cocker
July, 8th – 311 w/ Snoop Dogg
August 1st -Toby Keith w/ Montgomery Gentry*
August 2nd -Vans Warped Tour
August 3rd -Poison w/ Dokken
August 9th -Rascal Flatts w/ Taylor Swift*
August 22nd – Maroon 5 w/ Counting Crows
August 23rd -Brad Paisley w/ Jewel*
August 24th -Jonas Brothers w/ Demi Lovato
August 30th -Martina McBride w/ Jack Ingram*
September 12th -Journey w/ Heart
September 13th -Brooks & Dunn w/ ZZ Top*

* Country Megaticket

As you can see the summer is filling up but hasn’t stopped there. More details and DoS sheets will be made available on the employee forums.

http://fmbae.proboards66.com/index.cgi

Remember, employees only… I will start approving logins about the middle of next month, so if you had applied and still can’t log on, don’t worry I still have your names.

You Rock!!!!

-K

Join us! The FMBA Crew will be walking in Tinley Park’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade. This Sunday!!! March 2nd

Starting at 2:00pm from Central Middle School and along Oak Park Avenue heading North to 171st. Street.

Come on and be apart of the parade, or wave at us from the side, either way come on out and spend some pre-season time with us!!!!!!!

-K

2008  will mark the theater’s largest Megaticket line up.

Six count ‘em SIX concerts have been announced By Live Nation and partnered with US*99, Chicago’s largest Country Station. Tickets are on sale!!!! Here is the line up*.

May 24- Tim McGraw w/ Jason Aldean and Halfway to Hazard
August 1- Toby Keith w/ Montgomery Gentry
August 9- Rascal Flatts w/ Talor Swift
August 23- Brad Paisly w/ Special Guest (TBA)
August 30- Martina McBride w/ Special Guest (TBA)
September 13- Brooks & Dunn w/ Rodney Atkins

*All concert information is subject to change please refer to livenation.com

Please visit http://promo.livenation.com/megaticket/chicago/chicagomegaticket.html for prices, updates, and all other details regarding this huge series.

-K

Position:        2008 Box Office Operations Intern / First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre / Live Nation Chicago 

Summer internships are available to hard-working, responsible individuals.  This internship is designed to offer students hands-on box office operations experience in the concert and entertainment industry at one of Live Nation’s largest amphitheatres, First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre in Tinley Park, IL. 

Responsibilities:

 While interacting with the Regional Director of Ticketing and box office team leaders, the Intern will be responsible for participating in:
·   Assisting with box office staff scheduling, hiring and training
·   Reporting and distribution of daily ticket counts
·   Verification of venue manifests
·   Coordinating VIP season ticket distribution
·   Processing of VIP and general ticket orders
·   Processing window sales
·   Daily sales accounting
·   Ticket stock tracking
·   Assist in event building
·   Regular office duties (i.e. filing, answering phones, etc)

 Requirements:

Summer interns must commit to a minimum of 20-30 hours per week working in the box office at First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre with the possibility of occasionally working in our downtown Chicago office when needed.  In addition, interns will be required to work evenings and weekends at Live Nation events at First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre.

 Previous box office/Ticketmaster experience preferred, but not required. Summer Internships run from the middle of May through the middle of August. (Possibly earlier or later depending on Intern Flexibility)  Having reliable ground transportation to First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre in Tinley Park, IL is required. 

Compensation:  

This is an un-paid internship which will allow you as a student to retain better knowledge of the entertainment industry while having the opportunity to network and gain experience in the field! 

Application Process:

 If interested, please send resumes to nicberry@livenation.com; Be sure to include “Box Office Operations Intern” in the subject line.                   

Or mail hard copies to:                  
Live Nation – Chicago                  
Attn: Nic Berry                  
233 N. Michigan Ave. Suite 2700                  
Chicago, IL 60601 
Any questions? Contact nicberry@livenation.com 

APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY February 28, 2008. Applications received after this date will be considered based upon availability.

Sponsorship Intern

The Live Nation – CHICAGO Sponsorship Department is in search of a highly motivated, organized and most importantly, enthusiastic individual who is interested in working within the very heart of the entertainment industry!  As an intern, you would be involved in various aspects of sponsorship for three venues in Chicago and the surrounding area; Alpine Valley Music Theatre, Charter One Pavilion at Northerly Island, and the First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre. 

This position will include involvement with:
·         Assisting Sales Staff
·         Fulfillment of Sponsor agreements
·         Implementing Sponsor promotions
·         Coordinating ticket orders
·         Work in conjunction with marketing to compile media packages
·         Tracking Sponsor and venue media coverage
·         Recapping client investments
·         Internet Research
·         Administrative duties

This is a great internship opportunity in the Entertainment/Sponsorship field.  We are currently searching for a qualified individual to fill this internship position for the Summer Semester.  The student will work at our Live Nation office in downtown Chicago and at the venues listed above on show days.

This internship is for college credit and runs from May to August/September.  It is a non-paid position with flexible hours (minimum 20 per week) to reflect the need of your college credit requirements.  

Resumes and cover letters are encouraged prior to February 28^th.  Any applications received after this deadline will be reviewed on a weekly basis until the position is filled.  Interested students can submit resumes via email to stephaniepolcyn@livenation.com.  Please include “SPONSORSHIP INTERNSHIP” in the subject line. 

Resumes and cover letters can also be submitted via mail to:  

Live Nation – Chicago

Attn:  Sponsorship Department

233 N. Michigan Avenue Suite 2700

Chicago, IL 60601

Position:         2008 VIP Sales Intern at Live Nation ChicagoSummer internships are available to hard-working, responsible individuals.  This internship is designed to offer students hands-on sales/operations experience in the concert and entertainment industry at three of our amphitheatres; First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre in Tinley Park, IL, Charter One Pavilion in Chicago, IL, and Alpine Valley Music Theatre in Eastroy, WI. 

Responsibilities:
While interacting with the Sales Coordinator and Sales Directors, the Intern will be responsible for participating in:
·   Business Prospecting
·   Coordinating VIP Client Relations
·   Assisting onsite VIP operations (on show days and non show days)
·   Coordinating VIP season ticket distribution and client incentives
·   Completing client requested ticket orders
·   Online research for operation
·   Regular office duties (i.e. filing, answering phones, invoices)

Requirements:
Summer interns must commit to a minimum of 30 hours per week between working in our downtown office and onsite at our venues.  In addition, interns will be required to work evenings and weekends at various Live Nation events outside of the office.Summer Internships run from the middle of May through the middle of August. (Possibly earlier or later depending on Intern Flexibility) Having reliable ground transportation to go to and from one of our amphitheatres is desired. 

Compensation:  
This is an un-paid internship which will allow you as a student to retain better knowledge of the entertainment industry while having the opportunity to network and gain experience in the field!

 Application Process:
If interested send resumes to ChicagoVIP@livenation.com; Please include “VIP Sales Intern” in the subject line. Or hard copies are welcome at:
Live Nation                   
Attn: Michelle Proehl                   
233 N. Michigan Ave. 2700                   
Chicago, IL 60601
Any questions?
Contact michelleproehl@livenation.com

APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY February 28, 2008. All others received after will be viewed upon availability.

The hiring processes has begun. You may email a request for an application by sending it to.

fmba.employment@livenation.com

You can also visit fmbaemployees.com for more information.

Horns up.
-K