Marty Casey and the Lovehammers

BAND INFO:

MARTY CASEY – VOCALS

DINO KOURELIS – BASS

BOBBY KOURELIS – DRUMS

BILLY SAWILCHIK - GUITAR Marty Casey and Lovehammers, longtime favorites on the Chicago rock scene, recently amassed a few million new fans thanks to lead singer Marty Casey's remarkable run on the hit television show Rockstar: Inxs. Over the course of the series, Casey's electrifying performances made him a fan favorite, and his single, "Trees" was a No. 1 download on www.msn.com.

The rocker has become a force that his Chicago fans recognized long ago. Now, reaching far beyond Chicago, Marty Casey and Lovehammers have fans from around the world, including Canada, Australia, Hong Kong, New Zealand, and the Philippines. Marty Casey and Lovehammers are known by their hard work and dedication to their fans.

ABC7 COUNTDOWN CHICAGO' INFO:

Nostalgic for a Guy Lombardo New Year's or Big Band swing? How about sampling music from the likes of Frank Sinatra or country music sensation Bucky Covington? And who wants to miss the debut of the new "Dancing with the ABC7 Stars" duo as they take a whirl around the dance floor! Join co-hosts Janet Davies and Mark Giangreco along with Lou Canellis, Michelle Alegria, Doug Banks and Bill Campbell as they bring the excitement of New Year's Eve home to viewers with a tour of some of the best hot spots Chicago has to offer in COUNTDOWN CHICAGO, a live, HD special airing Monday, December 31 from 11:08 PM-12:15 AM on ABC7.

It's the biggest party night of the year and ABC 7 viewers once again will have front row seats to all the fun, entertainment and hoopla that are part of this city's New Year's Eve tradition. Davies and Giangreco will sweep you off your feet as they feature the seamless grace of ballroom dancing and the big band sound of the Teddy Lee Orchestra, live at the Willowbrook Ballroom.

Michelle Alegria will add her signature sparkle to the Mercury Theater in Chicago while spotlighting Ron Hawkings and his show "The Men and their Music." Hawkings vocal stylings transports listeners back to the time when great singers like Frankie Valli and Frank Sinatra made unforgettable music.

Lou Canellis will toast the New Year with country music's new breed of performers -- American Idol's Bucky Covington, Luke Bryan and Keith Anderson – belting out their crowd pleasing hits.

And if country's not your thing, the alternative crowd can look forward to Bill Campbell at the Hyatt Hotel O'Hare where "Everclear" and a two Chicago favorites, "Marty Casey & Lovehammers" and "The Smoking Popes" will be rocking in 2008.

Then, Doug Banks previews Chicago's glitterati during a magical evening at Chicago's historic Drake Hotel. sells out weeks in advance every year!

ABC7's New Year's Eve specials have evolved into a Chicago tradition. The show continues to be a favorite among viewers, far and away Chicago's #1 program at midnight.

Christopher Bowen is the executive producer; Edgar Vargas and Cathy Vlahogiannis are the producers of COUNTDOWN CHICAGO.

COUNTDOWN CHICAGO will be streamed live and available on demand at abc7chicago.com.

ROCK N' ROLL BALL INFO:

Be a part of the Windy City's largest bash at the New Year's Eve Rock 'N' Roll Ball on Monday, December 31st. The 11 annual party has found a world-class new home, landing at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare, near the country's busiest international airport. Guests will take flight into 2008, enjoying the best deal in town that includes incredible live acts plus a five hour open bar package!

Sponsored by The Loop and Q101 radio stations, the top-speed celebration will feature live entertainment by co-headliners Everclear and Chicago's own Marty Casey & Lovehammers. Touting several Billboard hits such as "Father of Mine," "I Will Buy You a New Life," "Everything to Everyone" and "Wonderful," the grunge-pop band Everclear will rock the stage just after the ceremonial midnight countdown. Without delay, Lovehammers will belt out their fan favorites like "Trees" and "Casualty." The live music stage is in the Grand Ballroom where jet-setters are free to move about the party!

MUSIC UPDATE: Chicago's Indie-Rock sweethearts SMOKING POPES just added to the talent lineup!

General admission tickets are only $99, and include open bar 8 p.m.-1 a.m., admission into all entertainment areas, and party favors. VIP tickets are only $135, and include open bar 8 p.m.-1 a.m., admission into VIP areas with private bars, all entertainment areas, and party favors.

Hotel and dinner party packages range from $325 to $475. Hotel, ticket and dinner packages are available through www.ohare.hyatt.com or call 800-233-1234. Ticket-only purchases are available directly through Ticketmaster at (312) 559-1212 or on the web at www.ticketmaster.com.

About Hyatt Regency O'Hare

Hyatt Regency O'Hare, 9300 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue.

For more information, go to:

www.martycasey.org

www.lovehammers.com.