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Hum to reunite for New Year's Eve gig at Double Door

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October 5, 2:02 PM

by Frank Krolicki, Chicago Rock Music Examiner

Courtesy myspace.com/hum

Cult alternative/"space rock" band Hum, which formed in Champaign in 1989 and built up a devoted following both locally and beyond throughout the 90s, have announced their first show in over three years. The band will appear at Double Door with The Life and Times on New Year's Eve.

Hum last played in October 2005 as the headliner for the "Rockfest" music festival, and so far it seems the December 31 show will be another one-off gig.

The band recently gained increased recognition in the public eye through TV ads for Cadillac that featured the song "Stars."

Tickets cost $65 and include a hosted bar. Click here to buy.

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