Case the Producer sat down with ALEXSUCKS moments before their incredible set at Twisted XMAS to discuss their relationship with The Strokes, how Ice Cube became famous, and so much more!
This is what Vanessa Carlton’s “A Thousand Miles” would sound like if Korn did it
The Q101 Morning Crew ran across this incredibly video by Mac Glocky, where he turned the early 2000’s classic “A Thousand Miles” by Vanessa Carlton into a Korn song.
This. Is. Incredible.
1.7.2024 History Of Alternative
Smashing Pumpkins are looking for an additional guitarist
Back in October, longtime guitarist Jeff Scroeder announced his departure from the band after more than 15 years. So, there’s an opening. Get it!
Noah Kahan reflects on his breakout year
Rage Against The Machine will not be touring or playing live again
The Black Keys and their New Year’s resolutions
Live from a Japanese cat bar on New Year’s Eve, it’s John Mayer
The highlight of CNN’s New Year’s Eve broadcast was John Mayer, who appeared remotely from Cats in the Box, a cat bar in Tokyo.
Artists releasing new music this year that we can’t wait for
Jack White seems to be teasing some new music coming our way
… and Bring Me The Horizon announced they will be releasing a new single, “Kool Aid”
Evanescence drops a new music video for the new year
The song “Yeah Right” off of Evanescence’s 2021 album The Bitter Truth has a brand new music video. Better late than never and what a great way to kick off 2024!
12.31.2023 History Of Alternative
Dave Grohl sketches “DIY Beer Bong” and “How to Smuggle Hash” diagrams for charity auction
12.24.2023 History Of Alternative
The Weekend Q101
Ratboys at Thalia Hall (Friday)
Chicago’s very own Ratboys play a homecoming show on Friday night in celebration of their triumphant 2023. This year, the local alt-country stalwarts put out The Window, a stunning, heartfelt record that radiates Midwest Energy in the best way possible. This show is sold out.
John Mulaney at Rosemont Theater (Friday)
Funny-man John Mulaney plays his second of two shows at the Rosemont Theater on Friday night. A handful of tickets are still available.
Brookfield Zoo’s Holiday Magic (Friday-Sunday)
Light up the festive season with family and friends at Brookfield Zoo’s 42nd annual Holiday Magic®. Chicagoland’s longest-running lights festival returns from 3 to 9 p.m. More than two million LED lights transform the park into a winter wonderland. While strolling pathways, zoogoers can gaze up at a 41-foot-tall lit tree choreographed to seasonal tunes, stop at the 20-foot-tall orb and 3D gingerbread house to take memorable photos, walk through the 600-foot-long “Tunnel of Lights,” and more.
Winterland at Gallagher Way (Friday-Sunday)
Winterland at Gallagher Way is back and better than ever with family-friendly festivities both at Gallagher Way and inside historic Wrigley Field, including new experiences and returning favorites like the Christkindlmarket Wrigleyville and the Gallagher Ice Rink.
‘Twas the Night Before… by Cirque du Soleil (Friday)
A thrilling interpretation of the well-known Christmas classic, this joyful show about the virtues of generosity and friendship promises to leave a lasting impression on families this holiday season. ‘Twas the Night Before…, Cirque du Soleil’s first-ever holiday production, is a whirlwind of love, holiday cheer, riotous fun, and adorably endearing characters that will establish a new tradition for families to treasure.
Dog Christmas Party at Park & Field (Friday)
Bring the pups out to Park & Field for a doggy Christmas party! Santa will be around to take photos with all the good boys and girls, and there will also be drink specials and giveaways. Ticket sales benefit One Tail at a Time.
Blackhawks host the Canadiens (Friday)
The Blackhawks kick off a three-day home game holiday extravaganza between them, the Bulls, and the Bears. Nothing says Merry Christmas like a Connor Bedard goal!
Sincere Engineer at Metro (Saturday)
Our very own Sincere Engineer are back, playing another homecoming show only a few weeks removed from their epic performance at Twisted XMAS. You will not want to miss this show. Tickets are available here.
Festivus at DMen Tap (Saturday)
Seinfeld fans, make your way to DMen Tap to celebrate Festivus on December 23. The holiday event will include setting up the Festivus pole, the airing of grievances and feats of strength, plus trivia and other fun festivities.
Bulls host the Cavaliers (Saturday)
The Bulls are hot! The Cavs are good! Can the Bulls stay hot? Let’s hope so.
Bears host the Cardinals (Sunday)
The Bears ring in Christmas Eve with a game against the struggling Arizona Cardinals at home.
MILFS, DZNUTZ, and POOPSY top list of banned IL license plates
A list of personalized license plates rejected by Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has surfaced. These plates have been rejected because of some combination of profanity, offensive language or illegibility.
According to the secretary of state’s office, some of the rejected plate requests this year include terms like: MILFS, WOOPASS, POOPSY, DZNUTZ and IOWASUX.
The ever-growing rejection list stands at more than 7,674 license plate combinations deemed offensive or difficult to read.
White Sox pivot away from SoxFest, offer party for season ticket holders
Days after the announcement of the Cubs Convention, the White Sox have finally made some noise about what they’re going to offer their fans this offseason. Instead of offering SoxFest to their loyal fans, they will be offering a party for their season ticket holders.
In essence, they don’t want to face their fans.
The date, which takes place on a Friday (because Jerry probably wanted to save money…), will be the one time that Sox fans can “celebrate” before Opening Day.
While the Cubs promise autograph sessions, panel discussions with Cubs legends, players, and coaches, and so much more, the Sox will give their fans an afternoon of what we assume is warm shrimp and bad hot dogs.
Dolton mayor strikes again as taxpayer-funded billboard campaign launches
Dolton mayor Tiffany Henyard is the gift that keeps on giving. Earlier this year, we discussed her reckless spending of city finances as Ben Bradley from WGN News grilled her in a way that most contemporary journalists can only dream of.
For better or worse, she is the gift that keeps on giving.
Fox 32 has gotten to the bottom of her new billboard campaign that was funded via taxpayer money. Four billboards featuring Tiffany Henyard’s name in large letters, along with her picture, smiling down on the thousands of cars going by on Interstate 57 and the Bishop Ford Expressway. This isn’t the first time Henyard has used tax dollars to burnish her own personal image. In fact, on other occasions, she’s spent a lot more.
As this story continues to develop, we will have all of the information you need on the continued journey of Mayor Tiffany Henyard.
Sublime with Rome announce 2024 split
Bears find a new, humbling way to lose as playoff hopes vanish in Cleveland
Why can’t we have nice things?
Yesterday was yet another tough day to be a Bears fan, although the suffering was reserved for the last few minutes of the game, rather than the entirety. Chicago led through three quarters and appeared to have enough left in the tank to outlast the injury-prone Browns. Then, the Bears happened.
After a deep pass to tight-end David Njoku, the Browns drilled a field goal for the go-ahead points.
With a chance to either tie or win the game, the Bears marched down the field and on the final play of the game, nearly completed a Hail Mary that would’ve put the Bears in playoff contention. Instead, wide receiver Darnell Mooney caught the ball and then fumbled it in the endzone.
The Bears now sit at 5-9 on the season.
12.17.2023 History Of Alternative
