Chicago Acoustic Underground Podcast

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Episode 236 - Benjamin Ezra Nov 27, 2009

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Ben and I had a great time talking about his life and listening to the songs of his life.I found myself getting completely lost in the music and time stopped for just a bit. He has a wonderful way of presenting his work.

Episode 235 - Patrick Gemkow Nov 25, 2009

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Patrick joined me for an intimate soul searching show of his hauntingly beautiful songs. Patrick's vocal control is amazing! His lyrics touch your inner spirit and in combination with his guitar, well, it's a beautiful thing.Last Saturday night Patrick opened the evening for the CAU Art Music Showcase at the Viaduct Theater with two of the members of his band Daysleeper Oliver on drums and Alex on the upright Bass for a wonderful all acoustic set.Fledgling CAU Records and Ellis Clark are proud to be involved in recording Patrick's first album. It will be recorded out in a country home with a live acoustic sound much like last Saturday's performance.

Episode 234 - Ellis Clark Nov 20, 2009

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In the Chicago music community, Ellis is the true Renaissance Man. He is the brilliant producer of Goodbyehome's new album with a release date in January of 2010. He has several albums published under the band name Epicycle. He is friends with a veritable who's who of both Chicago based and National touring musicians.You will have an excellent opportunity to meet and listen to Ellis and his friends "The Ellis Clark All-Stars" Tomorrow night at The Viaduct Theater.Joining Ellis on stage are Brad Elvis, drummer for The Romantics, Jon Brant, veteran bass player for Cheap Trick, Mars Williams, World renowned Tenor Sax player with the Psychedelic Furs,Liquid Soul, and Billy Idol to name a few, Geoff Benge, who is considered the best instrument set-up man in Chicago, Phil Angotti amazing singer/songwriter and owner of Avenue N Guitars on North Ave., Kevin Tihista, Singer/songwriter and former bassist for the Chicago group Triple Fast Action and contributed songs to the Veruce Salt album Resolver, Donna Frost, Nashville legend and probably the hardest working singer/songwiter currently on tour, Dr. Brad, percussionist par excellent, Greg Combs of Goodbyehome. and who knows who else might jump up on stage.Check out the full lineup for this amazing Art and Music Showcase.

Episode 233 - Sherri-Anne Nov 15, 2009

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Jeff Brown and Greg Combs joined me for this stellar show, and we had a blast with Sherri-Anne.Hailing from Vancouver, B.C. and now also San Diego, CA. She graduated from Northwestern University, but then she turned to music and we are all the better for that decision. We were having so much fun the show ran almost a full hour.You can also check her out on her myspace page and be sure to check out the photos from the show.

Episode 232 - Andrew Delneky Nov 08, 2009

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Andrew and Kevin Chin joined Greg Combs and I for and evening of their incredible music. These two are a dynamite combination of Andrew's almost mystical lyrics and vocals with Kevin' awesome leads. They totally rocked the house.

Episode 231 - Dylan Lloyd Nov 06, 2009

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Here is the last of the Five Lost episodes from September of 2008. Dylan is a remarkable pianist and songwriter and we had a great afternoon recording this episode.Be sure to check out his myspace page for future performances in Chicago and Los Angeles where he spends part of his time.

Episode 230 - Life Is Drama Oct 31, 2009

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Here we have the fourth of the Five lost episodes from September of 2008. Hailing from Shorewood, IL, they drove through Saturday traffic in Chicago to get here for this show. Jeff Brown joined me for this Podcast and we had such a great time.Be sure to catch this band live. Also check out their myspace page for their list of upcoming shows.

Episode 229 - Mike Alberts w/ The Pickin' Bubs Oct 22, 2009

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Mike Alberts and his son Chris came into the studio with Maura Lally, Peggy Browning, and Mark "Louie" Mitchell of The Pickin' Bubs and, needless to say a party ensued.In the audience that night along with myself were "The Wizard of the Mix" Michael Vez and his lovely bride Kathy. This is one of the five lost episodes from September of 2008, but I think you will agree that it is better late than never.This was a major party and you can see all these people at The Grafton Pub 4530 N. Lincoln Ave., and next door at the Old Town School of Folk Music .Here's some pics from the show.

Episode 228 - Chris Jerles Oct 15, 2009

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Chris JerlesThis is the second of the Five Lost Episodes from September of 2008. Once again, Chris I apologize and it is always better late than never.Chris comes to Chicago from Indiana where he is a band member of Borrow Tomorrow and you will have the opportunity to see Chris and "Borrow Tomorrow" at Goose Island Brewery in Wrigleyville at 3535 N. Clark Street on November 7th at 10 PM. This is the second of the Five Lost Episodes from September of 2008. Once again, Chris I apologize and it is always better late than never.

Episode 227 - Geoff Koch Oct 14, 2009

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Geoff KochFirst, I must apologize to Geoff and to the next four performers for losing their shows from September of 2008. On the plus side I found them a couple of days ago and they are being posted as fast as they are being mixed.Geoff joined me for an afternoon of great music intersperced with stories from the road about the singer/songwriter's life.here are some pics from the show. First, I must apologize to Geoff and to the next four performers for losing their shows from September of 2008. On the plus side I found them a couple of days ago and they are being posted as fast as they are being mixed. Geoff joined me for an afternoon of great music intersperced with stories from the road about the singer/songwriter's life. here are some pics from the show.

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