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Under Cold Blue Stars

This is one of those CD’s I have been waiting patiently for years to hit the cut out bins. Sorry Josh, but I spent a lot of money on you in the past, even more so on CD’s. Back in the day, Under Cold Blue Stars, put out on Ryko Records, fetched the full $16.99... Read more »
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Friday at 8:58 am
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Gambino & Brown Get Down @ The Riviera (5/9/12)

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This show will go down in history as one of the best rap concerts ever.  It stands as a reminder to all, that rap is not dead, rather achieving new heights.  It also serves as an example to aspiring artists and fans, of what works in a live setting, and what does not.  I will... Read more »
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Friday at 6:35 am
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Betty's a Bombshell

I’m amazed at how good Grouplove’s full length LP, Never Trust a Happy Song, is. I wasn’t sure that the songwriting was there for the long-haul, but on the contrary, it runs deep. The EP they released a year ago was a great start, I especially loved the song “Colours.” But it ended up having... Read more »
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May 10, 2012 at 8:54 am
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Freight Train of Neon Trees

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Neon Trees “Mad Love” (Livestream) Acoustic Version Where to begin?  Well, first off, this songs been running through my like like a freight train.  I can stop singing the chorus: We got a mad, mad love/We got a mad, mad love We got a really, really, really, really, really, really, really, mad love That’s it. ... Read more »
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April 26, 2012 at 7:08 am
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M 'OK Are Just Fine

M 'OK Are Just Fine
Once in awhile we get wind of a band doing something fresh, and original.  Uninhibited by the ever-changing landscape of music around them, they are remiss to fit in.  ‘M OK doesn’t concern themselves with creating that flavor-of-the-month sound, but seem rather content with developing their own style.  By following their passion in this way... Read more »
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April 19, 2012 at 9:08 am
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Cavemen In The Backroom @ Schubas April 16th, 2012

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As I left Schubas on Thursday night, I couldn’t get “Thankful” out of my head.  This is the first song I heard from Caveman many months back, and I still feel like it’s the one that sticks with you most.  It’s a bit haunting, and when frontman Matt Iwanusa sings, Thankful are my friends with... Read more »
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April 17, 2012 at 7:38 am
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A Man Posessed? Astronautalis Talks Faith, Fame, & Freestyle

How was the tour overseas?  How are the shows being received?  Are you starting to see the fruits of your labor over there?  I read you toured there with Tegan and Sarah before… touring overseas is always very exciting,  beyond the obvious excitement for sight seeing, the crowds are always very focused and warm.  people... Read more »
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April 13, 2012 at 8:54 am
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Blink-182 - The Mark, Tom, and Travis Show

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The Mark, Tom, and Travis Show (The Enema Strikes Back!), showed up in the ‘dollar bins of joy,’ and I was overjoyed.  Yes, I have a weak spot for those foul mouthed bandits from Blink 182.  Back in my hometown (McHenry), Blink was a staple at house parties.  I spent many a night drinking Busch... Read more »
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April 12, 2012 at 9:19 am
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More Light From That Old Sun (From The Vault Jul 28, 2009)

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So, in the theme of Summer and with these last few days bringing humidity, I coincidentally found myself listening to another song about the the bringer of light, and the life giver of life, the sun.  But, I repeat; it was by accident.  I looked down at my Ipod and saw that the name of... Read more »
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April 11, 2012 at 8:44 am
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Fool's Gold Bring's Some Sun To Chicago

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Here is band that has exceeded all expectations, at least in my opinion.  With each new release they have leaped giant buildings in a single bound, sort of like that cat Underdog.  The sunny, island feel is still intact and the vocals have been moved to the forefront.  There is a new swagger in the... Read more »
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April 11, 2012 at 8:29 am
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