Tag: Music

May it Last: A Portrait of the Avett Brothers

May it Last: A Portrait of the Avett Brothers
The Avett Brothers have been high on our music rotation lately. I love their unique sound and heartfelt lyrics, but never knew much about the brothers, family and band mates. Judd Apatow clearly does too as he and Michael Bonfiglio created May it Last: A Portrait of the Avett Brothers. Filmed over two years during... Read more »
By Beth Prystowsky,
September 18, 2017 at 5:04 pm • 

Bob Dylan and Phish: A good weekend in Chicago for music

Bob Dylan and Phish: A good weekend in Chicago for music
It was definitely a good weekend in Chicago for music.  I felt lucky to be treated to both Bob Dylan and Phish back to back on a warm, summery weekend. Friday we started in suburban Highland Park at the beautiful Ravinia to listen to legendary Bob Dylan.  The picnic and friendly atmosphere was close to... Read more »
By Beth Prystowsky,
June 27, 2016 at 9:41 am • 

Grateful Dead celebrates 50 years in Chicago with 70,000 happy fans

Grateful Dead celebrates 50 years in Chicago with 70,000 happy fans
Chicago hosted 70,000 happy fans to listen to the music of the Grateful Dead at Soldier Field this weekend. Original band members Bob Weir, Phil Lesh, Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann along with Bruce Hornsby and Jeff Chimenti and Phish frontman Trey Anastasio. Much has changed since the Grateful Dead with late guitarist Jerry Garcia... Read more »
By Beth Prystowsky,
July 6, 2015 at 9:54 am • 
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Spotify: My favorite playlists

Spotify: My favorite playlists
I’m often a little behind on trends, but have always loved to listen to music.  The Music Mom convinced me last night over lasagna and wine that Spotify is the best way to listen to music these days. It is only $9.99 a month (and first month is free) which is less than the price... Read more »
By Beth Prystowsky,
November 5, 2014 at 2:00 pm • 

Records from the 70's: Keep or Sell?

Records from the 70's: Keep or Sell?
Back in my high school and college days I developed a pretty nice record collection.  At that time I had an old school stereo with two tape decks and a record player on top. I listened to these records all the time.  I would stare at the intricate artwork on the covers as the record... Read more »
By Beth Prystowsky,
September 10, 2014 at 8:59 am • 

Drums or Piano: Which is right for my child?

Drums or Piano: Which is right for my child?
The no television punishment has shown incredible results. My house has less fighting, screaming, noise and we have more time to talk.  This morning my child made me breakfast. Even though I’m no longer a cereal eater, I’m beyond impressed and amazed at the miracles that can happen when the boob tube is turned off.... Read more »
By Beth Prystowsky,
October 24, 2012 at 10:15 am • 
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Carly Rae Jepson's "Call Me Maybe" On Repeat in My Car

Carly Rae Jepson's "Call Me Maybe" On Repeat in My Car
My husband and I met the first day of college.  During those four years plus the following six years, until we began procreating, we took every free opportunity to take a road trip.  We drove everywhere from the Smokey Mountains to the Pacific Ocean. Cell phones and GPS were not mainstream yet and instead used... Read more »
By Beth Prystowsky,
August 21, 2012 at 9:40 am • 

Kira Willey's Music Brought Peace to my Home

Kira Willey's Music Brought Peace to my Home
You know that time of day around 4:00 when everyone is getting tired, there is homework to be done and dinner to be made?  I call it the witching hour.  Day after day my kids and I continued to battle and I was losing my cool. Just in time, Kira Willey sent me her CD “Kings &... Read more »
By Beth Prystowsky,
February 3, 2012 at 8:34 am •