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So I debuted this song last night at an open mic, despite the fact that I have not yet had the time to really finish the thing. I just wanted to see how people responded to it. It got a pretty good response. Very encouraging.

I wound up going and got there just in time to beat the weather. Probably would have been good to stay home last night, but had a good time anyway. Next time some of y'all should come out. I heard some pretty amazing things last night (and a couple of horrible things too, of course).

I am going to go hang out and play at the Fitzgerald's open mic tonight in Berwyn. It's at 6615 W. Roosevelt Rd. in Berwyn and I would love to meet some of you. The reason that I post this in here is because I am not promoting anything (other than a get-together). And, it is an open invite for anyone who wants to play or just hang out. I have nothing to do with the club or the open mic, other than trying to get on the list tonight. Sign-up begins around 7:30 or 8, I think. And, according to the web site, the performances start somewhere around 9. Just a callout for a meetup of Chicago-ar

Disc 3 (demos) And this one: So fucking great. Certainly one of the great summertime albums of all-time.

Without a doubt. I had just forgotten, because it's been so long since I've seen that footage. (I am not a sports junkie. Not even close.)

Just got the bug to watch a few highlights of Jordan from the championship years here. And you know what? Not that it needs to be said, but nobody, and I mean NOBODY can hold a candle to the guy. No matter what you think of him as a person, as a basketball player, the guy was freaking untouchable. And he probably will be for many years to come. That is a once-in-a-lifetime talent. I'm just glad that A) I got to see him; and he played for my team.

I am going on Thursday night and, while I am not expecting it to happen, I really would like to see k.d. give Joe Pisapia a little solo spotlight. Most of you have seen me raving about his 2002 album Daydreams on here. And now, Joe is a member of k.d.'s band (and he produced the new album). So... did she let him have a song or two? And, aside from that, how did the band sound live? Because k.d. is a helluva performer. (I've seen her once before.)

And how could I forget Mojo Nixon?!?! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7NWXJ8iPQw&feature=related

I think that a lot of you are missing the point of the thread. This is not JUST about Beatle v. Beatle, but the whole A v. B debate within bands, in general.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHqR1Rql5r8Larry "Wild Man" Fischer dead at age 66. Although maybe more of a blessing for him. May your torture be over, Larry. http://www.latimes.com/news/obituaries/ ... vrit=53008

Billy Connolly

And, let's keep Harry Chapin out of this one, eh? As good as that song is, it is faaaarrrr too cliché by now. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WIs_YRaOXzA

Listening to Nova Mob's The Last Days of Pompeii for the first time right now. Loving it. I always considered myself to be a bit more of a Bob person, when it came down to the Hüsker arguement. But then, the more that I listen to Grant's post-band work, the more and more I become a big, big fan of his. I used to consider myself a solid John person, but it's pretty hard to say that now. When it comes down to it, I think that I really love George's stuff just as much as any of the John or Paul's? UT: Again, I was a firm Jay guy. And the first Son Volt and first Wilco records only made me mor

I love Harry! And yeah, I forgot just how much of his stuff is really funny.

And then, this:

That is a good, and pertinent question. I did not ask him what part he was from. But the owner was the only one in the store that spoke much English at all.

Done. And, if you live nearby (or even not so nearby) it is worth the trip. It's BYOB, too.

I don't know how many of you will get to Cicero. I don't imagine that most of you want much to go to Cicero, there's not much there. And it can get a bit sketchy. However, if you are in Oak Park (which is nearby, with lots to do), and you love Mexican food, here is a tip (copied from my other thread that may sink to the bottom soon): Los Chilaquiles in Cicero. It's just a little dive with about 7 or 8 little tables. Looks like a typical taqueria, but it's anything but. I walked in with my son, and the owner greeted us and told us, "I am going to sell you a LOT of food tonight!" He walked us t

For me (and a lot of folks, I think) it just doesn't really hold up well. However, there are one or two exceptions. The number one, for me is: THE BONZO DOG BAND. I can listen to these guys just about every day. And this song, in particular, makes me laugh every single time. And I've heard it hundreds of times. Still chuckle -- audibly -- every single time! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OuklqJD3v0c Also, they have a song called "Death Cab For Cutie" which is, of course where that band gets their name. (I was disappointed to find that Death Cab were so serious.) Other than the Bonzos, th

After searching for years for a Mexican place near me that serves huitlacoches (corn mushrooms), I finally found one: Los Chilaquiles in Cicero. It's just a little dive with about 7 or 8 little tables. Looks like a typical taqueria, but it's anything but. I walked in with my son, and the owner greeted us and told us, "I am going to sell you a LOT of food tonight!" He walked us through the menu which, despite my familiarity with Mexican food, had a lot of stuff that I had not yet seen, including a bunch of different salsas. (One with roasted chipotle peppers and tequilla was especially amazing