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Episode 176 - Super Sideways Dec 16, 2008

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Super Sideways which is Dave McCaul and Tim Pallanch joined Christine Knodle and I for a wonderful afternoon of songs and laughs. Dave ran away to Seattle and God knows where the hell Tim is hiding, but we have it on disk that this is a creative and exciting band. Come on guys, come back. We need your unique sound.... \nHereand#39;s some pics from the show. \n\n

Episode 175 - Smentek & Mullen Dec 15, 2008

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Smentek Mullen "The Original Tuo" joined us for an afternoon of great acoustic music. These Columbia College grads have a fun attitude and and some great songs.\nThey are playing at U.S. Beer Company on December 18th in the "Windy City Showcase Holiday Extravaganza". The show starts at 9:30 PM. Join the CAU crew for a great night of fun and music.\nHereand#39;s some pics from the show. \n\n

Episode 174 - Neil DeGuia Dec 11, 2008

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Neil DeGuia along with musical partner Chris Pogorzelski joined us for a preview of their new project. What a sweet set and many laughs.\nHereand#39;s some pics from the show. \n\n

Episode 173 - Mike Maimone Dec 05, 2008

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Mike Maimone joined myself, the Wizard of the Mix , and Christine Knodle for an afternoon of kick ass keyboards and excellent lyrics.\nCheck out his January/February schedule at his myspace page, and while youand#39;re there, become his friend.\nHereand#39;s some pics from the show. \n\n

Episode 172 - Cary Kanno Nov 29, 2008

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Cary Kanno and half of one of his two bands, Abstract Giants joined the CAU crew for a night of Caryand#39;s unique brand of music and laughter. We had a great time! His other band is called Doko Benjo.\nYou can catch him live at the Wrightwood Tap, 1059 W. Wrightwood Ave., Chicago, IL on December 3rd at 10 PM and you can catch him with Doko Benjo at "Piece", 1927 W. North Ave. at 10 PM on December 12th.\nHereand#39;s some pics from the show. \n\n

Episode 171 - Riely O'Connor Nov 27, 2008

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Into the studio one afternoon Mr. Riely Oand#39;Connor entertained the heck out of Christine Knodle and myself.\nRiely is from South Bend, Indiana and is the consumate Singer/Songwriter. A pure pleasure to listen to and enjoy.\nCheck out his myspace page as he is most likely playing near you in the midwest and beyond.\nHereand#39;s some pics from the show. \n\n

Episode 170 - Cobalt and The Hired Guns Nov 19, 2008

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Cobalt came in to support Michael Raspatelloand#39;s Chicago Bluegrass and Blues Festival . We had a blast, as you will hear. Guests included Greg Combs and Jeff Brown of the band Goodbyehome and Greg told a great story of meeting Tom Fort when he first moved here.\nI am certain that Cobalt and The Hired Guns are going to rock the house at the CBGB Festival as they did in the studio this night.\nEnjoy this show and join us all on the Saturday, November 22nd at The Congress Theater for this most amazing event.\nHereand#39;s some pics from the show. \n\n

Episode 169 - Majors Junction Nov 17, 2008

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Majors Junction came into the studio to record a pre-concert show in support of the Chicago Bluegrass and Blues Festival being held this Saturday November 22nd at the Congress Theater up on Milwaukee Ave. This was like a reunion of sorts as two of the members, John Hasbrouk, Brian Wilkie, and Matt Gandurski are all CAU alumni. Also joining us for the evening was Mike Raspatello of CBGB, Theresa Carter of The Local Tourist and Jeff Brown along with "The Wizard of the Mix" Michael Vez.\nThe Chicago Bluegrass and Blues Festival is donating a portion of the proceeds to The Saving Tiny Hearts Society The Saving tiny Hearts Societyandrsquo;s mission is to raise money for grossly under-funded, crucial, life-saving research of congenital heart defects (CHD), Americaandrsquo;s #1 birth defect. Nearly 1 of every 125 babies born in America each year is affected by a Congenital Heart Defectandhellip;\nWhat a fun night and what a great band! Everyone should join us at the festival this coming Saturday November 22nd.\nHereand#39;s some pics from the show. \n\n

Episode 168 - Donna Frost Nov 11, 2008

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Donna Frost Joined me for a show back in the Spring and I saved it until now because I knew that she was returning in the Fall and low and behold she will be here this coming Thursday. Donna Frost Joined me for a show back in the Spring and I saved it until now because I knew that she was returning in the Fall and low and behold she will be here this coming Thursday. If you have not had the chance to see this amazing Nashville Star, check out her shows starting this Thursday November 13th at Phyliss' Musical Inn 1800 W. Division at 9 PM. Then Friday the 14th you can hear her on Di's show at WLUW radio at 88.7FM or on line at www.wluw.org then see her live that evening at The Montrose Saloon 2933 W. Montrose Ave. starting at 8:30 PM with her long time friend Ellis Clark and The Padre opening and also Gretchen Erick. You will find me there both nights so come up and say hi. Then, on Saturday the 15th she will be on the southside at Ed Joe's , 17332 S. Oak Park Ave. with an 8:30 PM start time. Now, download this show and enjoy this wonderful Woman! Here's some pics from the show.

Episode 167 - Eli Jones Nov 05, 2008

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Eli Jones the Chicago based rock and soul octet with powerhouse lead singer Stefanie Berecz and their kicking horn section cramed into the studio and shook this old building to itand#39;s foundation. The Wizard of the Mix Michael Vez and CAU "Sr. Vice Pres." Christine Knodle and I danced the night away to this most amazing band!!!!\nWe are posting this show one day after How Far To Austinand#39;s because they are part of a double bill this coming Friday in support of the upcoming Chicago Bluegrass and Blues Festival \n \t\t\t \t\t\tEli Jones- FitzGeraldandrsquo;s on Friday 11/7!\n \t\t\t \t\t\t11-07-2008 21:00 at FitzGeraldandrsquo;s - CBGB pre-party! \t\t\t6615 Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn, Illinois 60402 \t\t\tCost: $8\n WWW.FANFOUND.COM presents. . . The Official pre-show for CHICAGO BLUEGRASS BLUES FESTIVAL Featuring ELI JONES HOW FAR TO AUSTIN E-ZEL acoustic opener MATTHEW FRANCIS ANDERSON There will be several pairs of tickets to the CBGB FESTIVAL to giveaway throughout the night, along with a big stack of $25 gas cards donated by FANFOUND.COM, Tickets $8, Templeton Rye Whiskey $4 all night long! Hereand#39;s some pics from the show. \n\n

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