Like most people, my first discoveries of music were made while perusing the records and CD’s in my parents collection. Whenever I had the house to myself I would just pick something randomly and put it on. The collection my dad had was mostly late 60’s and early 70’s rock, so I learned a lot about The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Doors, etc. He … Continue reading Songs From My Dad
I’m lucky because with this blog, I’m able to get into a lot of shows for free. I also like a lot of bands that are still playing small bars and generally their tickets are under 20 bucks. But sometimes, like everyone, I get drawn in for the spectacle and the feeling of being one of the few who got to see whoever play that … Continue reading 10 Bands/Artists Worth Top Dollar Concert Tickets
There’s a lot going on this weekend in Chicago. I’m headed over to Rib Fest to check out my friends Fort Frances, and following that with Ezra Furman and the Harpoons. There are some good shows elsewhere, but if I didn’t have plans, I’d be getting ready to do a little jammin’ at the Chicago Blues Fest. We get a lot of festivals in the … Continue reading Chicago Blues Festival June 10th-June12th
