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Episode 277 - Saturday June Band Oct 13, 2010

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Saturday June (aka Steve Kessler) has been rocking Chicago for 20 years. A founding member of premier Chicago bands like Ooze Magazine and the punk band, the Pace (Chicago Magazine called them "among the best", Saturday has shared the stage with luminaries like Hound Dog taylor, Kevon Smith (Parliament) and played for a band called Chariot which also featured a fellow by the name of Eddie Vedder. Yeah, that Eddie Vedder! The current carnation of Saturday June features the beautiful Jami Dawn and the classically trained violinist Jennifer Peters. The band plays with an infectious enthusiasm that draws in the listener.

Episode 276 - Andreas Kapsalis & Goran Ivanovic Oct 05, 2010

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The Andreas Kapsalis Goran Ivanovic Guitar Duo | A guitar duo that not only celebrate the tradition of guitar performance of the old and the current rapport but also as composers they are a part of a movement in the states which aims to build the new repertoire for the next generation of guitar players.Steel string ten finger tapping guitar prodigy Andreas Kapsalis, and nylon string classical guitarist Goran Ivanovic have fused their musical roots with modern, classical, world, jazz and beyond in this experimental duo. As they continue to create "buzz" throughout global music circles, these masterful musicians are also creating genres musical styles that have yet to be named.CAU is a proud sponsor of the Chicago Guitar Festival. We will be at the Mayne Stage Theater on October 7th To see these most amazing performers. Michael Teach.

Episode 275 - Stellar Road Oct 04, 2010

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Stellar Road has had a number of incarnations since brothers Jack and Mike Daly and good friend, Justin Griffin, began playing guitar and writing songs together eight years ago. It was not long before the trio developed into the nucleus of one of the most popular bands in Chicago. \n \nOver the past five years, Stellar Road has played hundreds of shows across the United States, from the Roxy Theatre in Los Angeles to Soldier Field in Chicago. In 2004, the band released their debut album, Better Than Yesterday. This album featured fan favorites like "Breathe," "Rain," and "Fade Away." The songs quickly grew popular with the public, leading to a demanding tour schedule and appearances on NBC, WGN, and ABC. It was not long before the band was known as one of the Midwest's best live acts. \n \nStellar Road is composed of Jack Daly, Mike Daly, Justin Griffin, Reese Jones, and Adrian Pacheco. The music they play comes from their gift for blending dexterous guitar playing and mellifluous vocals with pulsating bass lines and masterful drumming. Simply stated, they love to play and write music.

Episode 274 - CLEEMANN from Copenhagen to Chicago Sep 23, 2010

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A KNIGHT IN FUZZY ARMOUR WINS HEARTS WITH MODERN MUSIC AND SWEET SIMPLICITY COPENHAGEN'S CLEEMANN COMES TO CHICAGO SEPTEMBER 25, 2010 ABOUT: August 19, 2010 Chicago, IL -- CLEEMANN is a one-man musical force that wants the world to care more. In his album "45 Minutes Mostly About Caring" he proves a simple formula as he draws from Radiohead, Nick Drake and Elliott Smith in acoustic songs that use electronic elements and tingle with humanity. The Copenhagen, Denmark-based songwriter's gentle, intense pop music will fill the air in Chicago September 25, 2010 as he performs at the ViaDuct Theater, 3111 N. Western Ave., at 10:00 pm ($10 cover) as part of his DARE TO CARE tour for Series Two Records. CLEEMANN's songs all have one-word titles and he views his work as "investigations in the tricky art of writing music." With optimism, modesty and a knack for rhymes and musical arrangements, CLEEMANN has been likened to Sondre Lerche, Josh Rouse, The Notwist, Lali Puna, Low, David Lynch and Spoon and has received strong reviews for his 10-song album, "45 Minutes Mostly About Caring." CLEEMANN REVIEWS: "It's hard to deny that there's something genius about his work." - Andrew Fenstermaker, Fensepost, Seattle, WA, December 2008 / "Far too selfless to have been birthed by the Western world." - Ron Trembath, FensePost, 2010 / "There are two qualities I look for [in] pop music- catharsis and satisfaction...CLEEMANN delivers both." - Jesseca Bagherpour, Senior Editor, DayBowBow, January 2010 CLEEMANN is presented by Chicago Acoustic Underground, an organization committed to original music known for podcasts with songwriters. Opening is Goodbyehome, an energetic rock-folk project with Conor Oberst-like songwriting supporting their album "The Troubles."

Episode 273 - jess yaokum Sep 16, 2010

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Yoakum's style, described as "Patty Griffin joined forces with the Sundays" (Coffehouse Tour, Heather Corcoran) is well suited to intimate venues and listening rooms. IMG Music Promotions says, "Yoakum's vocals transcend genre while pulling the listener in with uncommon tones and flavors. Lyrically refreshing, she hooks the listener with thoughts and ideas not often found in today's mainstream music..." While on tour, Yoakum was so compelled by the talent and warmth of the Chicago music scene, that she left Boston a few months after returning from tour and has now settled there. She compiled the best of her songwriting over the last 4 years and recorded This Quiet Mile in her new home with engineer and producer, Christopher Greene at Truself Music. Contemplative and lyric-driven, the album is a reflection on life, love, and growing through where we are to arrive where we're meant to be.jess' performance on CAU was a long time coming and her band is a perfect fit. Her music and lyrics are beautiful. .

Episode 272 - Kajanjan Sep 07, 2010

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Though influenced by a range of music (Brit Pop, Kon Tiki?) "Kajanjan's" music is truly an American creation. The singer-songwriter, Dan Price, along with band mates, Ben White (cello/banjo), Paul Gulyas and Donnie Biggins (of the Shams Band) all grew up in Oak Park, IL. Now based in Chicago they are a talented group of musicians who are passionate about music. Kajanjan live is a melodious folk experience, deeply Americana, but with fairy dust. Dream-like stories, head-games and heartache. With Dan Price's beautiful lyrics, vocals, and guitar and Ben White on Cello, Banjo, vocals, Donnie Biggins on guitar and vocals and Paul Gulyas on bass and vocals, this was an amazing night of music. Michael Teach, Founder/Host, CAU

Episode 271 - Starina Sep 01, 2010

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Starina Catchatoorian is an absolutely amazing Woman with a powerful yet soulful voice and lyrics about Love and Hate, Joy and Sadness, in other words all about the human condition.This show was a blast to record and Starina along with her drummer Howie K rocked the house for myself, Hannah Frank, and Leigh Evin McCullough

Episode 270 - Project Fenix Aug 22, 2010

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Project Fenix, aka Murdock HowardMurdock joined us after a journey up from St. Louis. Murdock is a natural wandering gypsy singer/songwriter in the great traditions of the dust bowl musicians like Woody Guthrie.Murdock, I apologize for the tardiness of this posting, however you are now being heard by four times the amount of people that were lilstening last summer thanks in great part to Episode 194 - Crystal Bowersox. She was the runner up on American Idol this year and that show is the only place to find her original material.

Episode 269 - Jane Thatcher Aug 21, 2010

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Jane Thatcher came to Chicago from her home in the beautiful State of Utah. After completing graduate studies in Social Work, Jane decided to explore her creative side and explore the World of Music. Thank God she did! She is a brilliant performer with a vocal range that is amazing and her lyrics will reach your very soul.CAU is proud to be recording Jane's first album with 13 of her original songs with a release date this Fall. Keep an eye out for this album. I have heard the tracks as they are being recorded and you are going to love this album.

Episode 268 - Lisa Matthews Aug 09, 2010

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Lisa Matthews is a wonderful performer from out Naperville way and I owe her one Giant apology. This show was recorded in 2008 and somehow got lost in the shuffle of life. The show is excellent and Tommy the guitarist playing with her is wonderful and fits perfectly with her music.

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