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Episode 106 - Kris Nichols with Marlon St. John Feb 24, 2008

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Kris Nichols with Marlon St. John joined me in the studio for some wonderful picking and singing. Great lyrics and harmonies from both. It was a fun night that I am sure you will enjoy.\nThese guys are from the far North suburbs and we wonand#39;t hold that against them (just kidding). If you can make the journey they are playing live at Lovelland#39;s of Lake Forest 915 S. Waukegan Rd. on March 14th, Grandpaand#39;s at 1868 Praire St. in Glenview on March 16th for their annual St. Paddyand#39;s Party., then back to Lovelland#39;s on April 25th.\nHereand#39;s some pics from the show. \n\n

Episode 105 - Jeff Brown Extra Large Trio Feb 16, 2008

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Jeff Brown Extra Large Trio OK, Jeff has become a personal friend and perhaps I am a bit biased but I think Jeff Brown is one of the best singer/songwriters in Chicago! Jeff and the Extra Large Trio joined Theresa Carter and myself for an evening of music and laughter.\nI am certain that you will enjoy this band. On a couple of songs a hint of Black Crowes sound, but Jeff owns his sound...\nYou can see Jeff Live at Whiskey Road on March 11th at 8 PM, and Silvieand#39;s Lounge on May 26th and June 30th. Check out our links page for more information on the venues. For more informationon the band follow this link. The Jeff Brown Extra Large Trio \nHereand#39;s some pics from the show. \n\n

Episode 104 - Athens Feb 13, 2008

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Athens Now, hereand#39;s a taste of a very creative Chicago based band. We pretended that we were sitting around a campfire in the Mountains of New Mexico. We had a lot of fun and tons of laughs.\nWe had some technical issues that required effort to repair, but the show must go on and I am sure you will enjoy this show. We will be bringing Athens back for another show this summer.\nYou can see these great guys live at The Note February 24, 2008 at 9 PM, The Subterranean on March 13, 2008 at 9 PM and Flatlanders April 4, 2008 at 8 PM. Check our links page from the main menu for venue information.\nHereand#39;s some pics from the show.\n\n

Episode 103 - The Alan Feb 06, 2008

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Alan Bailey brought his happy self, his great lyrics, excellent piano style along with the beautiful cello work of Katalin Von Walterskirchen. It was a magical afternoon.\nBesides his work with the "Continuum" Alan leads a Ben Folds Five Tribute Band named Bended Folded, he is a musical director at ComedySportz Chicago, and teaches at the Paul Green School of Rock Music This is one busy man!!!\nYou can see this wonderful group at The Beat Kitchen on March 13, 2008 at 8 PM \nHere are some pics from the show. \n\n

Episode 102 - Ballistic Edna Feb 03, 2008

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Ballistic Edna Blending Western with Middle Eastern music into a "Pop Rock/World Band" this 5 year plus professional band with a song on "Dawsonand#39;s Creek" joined myself, Michael Vez, and guest co-host Nashville performer Donna Frost for a magical evening of exotic songs and even a bit of dancing!\n This is a wonderful example of what Chicago has to offer. Enjoy this great band.\nHereand#39;s some pics from the show. \n\n

Episode 101 - Andrew Francis Jan 30, 2008

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Andrew Francis In the tradition of Woody and his son Arlo Guthrie Andrew writes this generationand#39;s songs of the people. The Wizard and I had a great time watching and listening to this young manand#39;s pickinand#39; singinand#39; and harmonica playinand#39;.\nYou can find Andrew at the Old Town School of Folk Music on Wednesday nights in the music-resource center. and he will be playing at The Grafton February 12th at 9 PM.\nhereand#39;s some pics from the show. \n\n

Episode 100 - Blind Willy Jan 25, 2008

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Blind Willy Representing Benton Harbor, Michigan and the featured artists for the celebration of our 100th Episode. Lance Downs songwriter/guitarist, Brandon Dinges on Bass, Danny "Diamond" on Lead Guitar, Tommy T on Sax, and Joe Bradley on Drums make up this excellent band.\nBe forwarned that we were celebrating this special occasion with a couple of cocktails or so. We recorded over 2 hours of show, and Michael Ves cut it down to one hour by eliminating way too much conversation on the Hostand#39;s part. Um, that would be me.\nI advise you to have a cocktail and enjoy this great show!\nHereand#39;s some pics from the show. \n\n

Episode 99 - Phylis Renee Marconi Jan 19, 2008

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Phylis Renee Marconi the middle child of a family of seven came in and took over the show. She has a wonderful strong voice and great lyrics. You can find her at Fitzgeraldand#39;s and The Uncommon Ground. Check her site for dates and times. \nShe will be hosting "Singer Spotlight Unplugged" at 7:30 PM on Thursday, February 28, Uncommon Ground 3800 N. Clark in Chicago. $6.00 donation. Featuring CAU alumni Julia Lucafo, Marla Gal, Geoff Thurman, and Dan McGuinness.\nEnjoy this wonderful woman!\nCheck out some pics from the show. \n\n

Episode 99 - Athens Jan 16, 2008

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Athens came into the studio and we pretended we were in the mountains of New Mexico. We had a fun night of songs and laughter.\nOn January 18th Athens and fellow CAU Alumni, Arwin are playing at The Note 1516 N. Milwaukee Ave. This is a double bill not to be missed. I will most definately be there. Come see these guys, they are a blast....\nCheck out some pics from the show. \n\n

Episode 98 - Elisabeth Blair Jan 14, 2008

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Elisabeth Bliar and Ryan Gunzel brought an era gone by and music of our history. Her beautiful voice came to me at a concert with The Giving Tree Band in Portage Park in Chicago. The two of them bring early Illinois history to life and bring a smile to our faces at the same time.\nEnjoiy the purity of their music.\nCheck out some pics from the show. \n\n

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