As the late, great lead singer of Sublime Bradley Nowell once sang “Summer time and the living’s easy.” What makes the living easy (besides the weather, beaches, pools, barbecues, girls, and baseball)? How about the crazy good concerts and music festivals? There is nothing better than going to see a show on a nice summer day or night with a fun group of friends. Although in past years ticket prices have been rather outrageous, many artists are making changes to accommodate their fans in today’s tough economic times. I have put together a little guide to let you know about some great shows worth catching this summer. Check it out after the jump!

Last week, Cam’Ron’s “Down and Out” featuring Kanye West swept the polls, snatching away close to 80% of the total vote for your favorite song of the week. This week, we have tracks from Pharoahe Monch, Elbow, Zero 7, Beyonce, and Dave Matthews Band. Check ‘em out then vote for your favorite after the jump!

Musician LeRoi Moore, saxophonist for the Dave Matthews Band and one of its founding members, died Tuesday afternoon. According to a statement released on his website, the death was caused by unexpected complications from an ATV accident he sustained at the end of June earlier this year, at his house in Virginia.
From the Website:
LeRoi Moore Announcement… Click to read more

Musician LeRoi Moore, saxophonist for the Dave Matthews Band and one of its founding members, died Tuesday afternoon. According to a statement released on his website, the death was caused by unexpected complications from an ATV accident he sustained at the end of June earlier this year, at his house in Virginia.
From the Website:
LeRoi Moore Announcement… Click to read more