One of the many highlights at Lollapalooza 2009 was the bigger, badder Perry’s stage.   For three straight days, the best in electronic and dance music poured out on the crowed from the thunderous new sound system. It was so kick-ass that it inspired the BEST DANCE EVER!

Were you one of the thousands at Perry’s this year? Let us know what you thought of the new setup by leaving a comment.

The folks over at lp33.tv have posted another great video recap! This time they capture the essence of Saturday’s events with a look at activities and locales from around the park as well as more interviews with acts like Glasvegas, Ida Maria, Chairlift, The Raveonettes, and Santigold.  Behold!

We can’t believe it’s already Sunday.  It’s like they say: time flies when you’re having fun.  If you’re like us and don’t want to let go just yet, take a walk down memory lane with this video we put together of Friday’s high points.

LP33.tv has posted an awesome video wrap-up from Friday’s events, combining interviews with Perry Farrell, White Lies, Ben Folds, and a look at after party action in the Windy City!

Yesterday’s festival yielded many epic performances for the history books of this storied festival.  One of the first acts of the day, Yuto Miyazawa, a 9-year-old guitar prodigy from Japan had bloggers’ tongues wagging, attracting a considerable audience for his sprightly guitar heroics at Kidzapalooza (recommendations for curious parents here).  Perry’s Stage, our home for DJ and electronica, stayed upbeat all day, pulling crowds to the unusual and awesome stage to see groups like A-Trak and KiD CuDi.  On the indie-rock front, Fleet Foxes shimmered, using their acclaimed, ethereal harmonies to turn Grant Park into hallowed ground, playfully poking fun at their lack of rock. Of Montreal did not disappoint fans looking for some color, amping up their fabled costume changes and pulling out all the stops in presentation of their material. This just so happened to include: an inflatable dolphin, afros, giant prosthetic arms, and tons of helium-filled balloons, to name a few devices used during the show.  The Decemberists took advantage of the festival to debut their rock opera The Hazards of Love (check out some video below).  Before the headliners, Andrew Bird whistled, strummed, and sang his heart out to excited concert-goers, leading into huge showings from Depeche Mode and Kings of Leon, who both had fans singing along as the Chicago nighttime skies cleared for today.  Check out videos from the day below!

With Friday behind us, Saturday is shaping up to be a blast.  It might be too early to tell what the weather holds, but checking out the music we can predict complete satisfaction.  Today’s acts include Diplo, Lykke Li, Glasvegas, Arctic Monkeys, Santigold, Atmosphere, Ben Harper, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and Tool, along with many, many more.

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If you couldn’t make it out to the party this year, there’s no reason you can’t take a music-filled stay-cation at your home or office.  Thanks to iClips.net, we’ve got live coverage all weekend from tons of great artists including Andrew Bird, Of Montreal, Glasvegas, and The Decemberists.  And that’s just today!  Pull up a seat in the comfort of wherever you are and crank it.

http://lollapalooza.com/2009_files/webcast.html

We have seen the future of rock and roll, and it is Quinn Sullivan. Put a guitar in this 10 year old’s hands, and magic happens. Just ask Buddy Guy. Check out this great clip on the Quinn’s journey that brings him to his first Lollapalooza. He’ll be playing the Kidapalooza stage on Saturday at 1:30.  Parents – get your tickets NOW!

Bon Iver’s album For Emma, Forever Ago feels like it’s from another time. That’s why this clip of Justin and some friends walking around Paris feels so right. Absolutely amazing!  Buy your Lollapalooza tickets to see Bon Iver and so much more NOW!

Don’t forget to check Bon Iver out on the Playstation stage at 3 on Friday, August 7.

Learn more about Bon Iver HERE.

You wanna hear an absolutely beautiful song? Check out this Lykke Li one-take version of “Tonight”. Her voice soars over the haunting lyrics. She’ll be on the Citi stage at 6:30 on Saturday. Don’t miss the chance to hear her in person.  Buy tickets NOW!

Learn more about Lykee Li HERE.

Man, it’s been a great week for Lollapalooza bands on late night TV. Last night it was Jay Leno’s turn as he welcomed the Decemberists. They cranked out the epic “The Wanting Comes In Waves”. The slow build of the song worked well and the all-out rock star ending has us excited to see this one live at Lollapalooza.

To learn more about The Decemberists and add them to you Lollapalooza Facebook Connect lineup, click HERE.