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MIKE TO PLAY ALEX CHILTON TRIBUTE SHOW IN MEMPHIS

Mike will play at the upcoming Alex Chilton memorial show at Levitt Bandshell in Overton Park, Memphis, May 15. The show is a tribute to Chilton who passed away from a heart attack on March 17th. Ken Stringfellow, a member of Big Star since 1993 (along with Posies bandmate Jon Auer and original Big Star drummer Jody Stephens) provided details on the show: “This was the last show we had scheduled at the time of Alex’s death. There will be special guests coming and doing a few songs. Brendan Benson, Sondre Lerche and various local luminaries will also take part” including original Big Star bassist Andy Hummel.

Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Advance tickets are available at Levittshell.org or at (888) 718-4253.

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