SWMRS meet and greet photos from The Lounge!
SWMRS meet and greet photos from The Lounge!
Cage the Elephant premiered their new album ‘Social Cues’ last night on 101WKQX an hour before the world got it on streaming apps, but the coolest guys in alternative also hit TV screens nationwide on CBS’s ‘Late Show’ with a performance of ‘Ready to Let Go’. The performance showed extra groovy the song is and also can we talk about singer Matt Schultz’s outfit? A tight leath body suit, gold chains, ten gallon cowboy hat, and his eyes pitch black with contacts?!
Is that something I can explain right now? No.
Does it look cool? Yep, looking forward to the tour.
With 4/20 happening tomorrow, Eater Chicago seized the topical moment by releasing a list of Chicago area restaurants and bars that serve CBD-infused menu options.
The list is strictly north side, which tells us either Eater is missing lots of stuff south of Congress, or that no such options exist in that direction.
Included in the “top 10” is venerable favorite Kuma’s Corner, whose Euphoric CBD cocktails are served in bongs with dry ice “smoke.”
Check the list out here.
The Killers tweeted a white board’s worth of what looks like song titles. We know they’re working on new stuff, so this might be the first hint of what’s to come…
Progress abounds pic.twitter.com/ASRDQKgnz8
— The Killers (@thekillers) April 18, 2019
You may know Jason Momoa as Khal Drogo or Aquaman, and what you’ll recognize is both characters have some pretty good beards.
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Who’s going to make fun of Aquaman now? 😜😈 #Aquaman #ThatKingSuitTho #WhatsUp
Well, now we have to say goodbye the famous beard…
Granted it’s sad to see the beard go, but he did it to raise awareness that we shouldn’t make a change in the items we use and switch to infinitely recyclable aluminium.
Lil Dicky, real name David Andrew Burd, released his latest track titled ‘Earth’. The song is about, well, the Earth but more importantly about the appeal for humanity to wake up and appreciate it, as well as show Earth some love.
The video, its lyrics, its cameos, everything about it is still true to Lil Dicky’s irreverent style. Riddled with punchy phrasing that cuts to the core of existence, hordes of animals explain their being – no matter how simple.
Featuring more than 30 artists, including Panic! At The Disco’s Brendon Urie, who represented a pig. Along with an animated version of Leonardo DiCaprio.
He told Time how he wanted to use his contacts to get people thinking more about climate change and how to fight against it.
“Right now, I don’t think people care that much. If everyone decided to care just a little bit—if everyone cared enough to not use straws at all—that’s going to have an impact” “Somehow, life has led us to this 12-year-window where it’s on the people who are on earth right now to insist that everything finally gets actually taken seriously. What an opportunity.”
Net profits from the song, music video and merchandise will go to a group of nonprofits implementing solutions to climate change, as identified by DiCaprio’s foundation.
For more info check out welovetheearth.org, and to find out where you can stream or purchase ‘Earth’ from click here.
WKQX-FM’s “Jagwar Twin Best Seat In The House Text” Contest
Official Rules
A complete copy of these rules can be obtained at the offices of radio station WKQX (“Station”), owned or operated by Cumulus Media Holdings Inc. or one of its subsidiary companies, 455 N. CityFront Plaza, Chicago, IL 60611, during normal business hours Monday through Friday or by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the above address.
The Station will conduct the WKQX-FM “Jagwar Twin Best Seat In The House Text” Contest (the “Contest”) substantially as described in these rules, and by participating, each participant agrees as follows:
There is no substitution, transfer, or cash equivalent for prizes, except that the Station may, at its sole discretion and to the extent permitted by law, substitute prizes of comparable value or cash. The prizes are expressly limited to the item(s) listed above and do not include taxes, gratuities or any other expenses. Any tickets and/or gift certificates/cards awarded as part of a prize will be subject to the terms and conditions set forth by the issuer and are valid only on the date(s) printed on the tickets or gift certificates/cards. Other restrictions may apply.
CONTEST SPONSOR: Cumulus Media Holdings Inc., WKQX, 455 N. CityFront Plaza, Chicago, IL 60611
WKQX-FM’s “Jagwar Twin In The Lounge Text” Contest
Official Rules
A complete copy of these rules can be obtained at the offices of radio station WKQX (“Station”), owned or operated by Cumulus Media Holdings Inc. or one of its subsidiary companies, 455 N. CityFront Plaza, Chicago, IL 60611, during normal business hours Monday through Friday or by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the above address.
The Station will conduct the WKQX-FM “Jagwar Twin in The Lounge Text” Contest (the “Contest”) substantially as described in these rules, and by participating, each participant agrees as follows:
There is no substitution, transfer, or cash equivalent for prizes, except that the Station may, at its sole discretion and to the extent permitted by law, substitute prizes of comparable value or cash. The prizes are expressly limited to the item(s) listed above and do not include taxes, gratuities or any other expenses. Any tickets and/or gift certificates/cards awarded as part of a prize will be subject to the terms and conditions set forth by the issuer and are valid only on the date(s) printed on the tickets or gift certificates/cards. Other restrictions may apply.
CONTEST SPONSOR: Cumulus Media Holdings Inc., WKQX, 455 N. CityFront Plaza, Chicago, IL 60611
WCIU Channel 26 ‘the U’ has been a stand out Chicago TV listings for decades with a mix of syndicated rerun shows and their own locally produced favorites like Saturday night horror movie icon ‘Svengoolie’ and morning talk show ‘the Jam’. Chicago Sun Times reported today that WCIU will soon become an affiliate of the CW network, effectively changing it’s weeknight prime time programming to shows like DC superhero shows such as ‘the Flash’, ‘Arrow’, and more. This is second time the CW has moved on the dial in Chicago in last five years. In 2016, CWQ moved from WGN to WPWR Channel 50.
According to the Sun Times report, the channel will still broadcast “The Jam,”“The People’s Court” and “Judge Mathis” and syndicated sitcoms including “Seinfeld” and “Mike & Molly.” The new channel will be called the CW 26 and changes will go on the air in the fall.
Weigel Broadcasting who owns and operates WCIU, will move ‘the U’ to WCUU Channel 26.2, where it will air ‘ABC 7 News on the U’ at 7pm CST on weekdays.
Excuse this 90’s kids who needs to remind you of the cartoon afternoon lineup that WCIU rocked back in the day.
Before they played a sold-out show with Muse at the United Center, Walk the Moon once again graced the intimate bunker of audible awesomeoness, the Lounge. They felt the grind through a red eye flight to deliver an engaging fun session. Watch here as they perform fan favorites like ‘Anna’s Sun’ and talk about their long journey to world wide success. All the good times start at 5:20 into the video above.
Here is WTM’s Lounge session from a year ago. Yes, they spoil us so much!
Yoga master, 41-year-old Sam Cohen, claims he has not had a cold in almost twenty years, because every time he goes to the toilet he snorts a cup of his own wee.
Since he’s done this he claims it works wonders for his illnesses, and even has had a positive effect on his sex life.
“Before I was often drained and drowsy. I was 22 and once I started to drink urine I started to get younger again.
The urine is just like an overall boost. It will make you feel younger and make you have more hardness. It does actually make you last longer.”
You can check out him explaining more on it, but be warned… you do see some wee snorting.
Sam also takes other liquids in through his nose like water, wine, vegetable and fruit juices.
I’m pretty sure liquids normally are supposed to go in through the mouth, not the nose, but whatever floats his boat.
In Florida, 65-year-old Clarese Gainey heard a noise outside her apartment and before calling the police she took matters into her own hands.
“I grab my bat, I brace myself, and I ease the door open,” Gainey said.
That’s when police and Gainey say 5’6, 300 pound Antonio Mosely charged her.
“I took that bat and hit him upside the head like ‘pi-yah!'”
She spoke on how she could easily identify him on his appearance, and the injury she left on his head.
Our favourite part is her describing the hit.
‘Pi-yah!’
The Schedule is out for the 2019 Chicago Bears. They’ll kick off the NFL’s 100 season with a big game against the Green Bay Packers at Soldier Field on Sept. 5.
Other highlights include a match up against the Oakland Raiders in London for week 5 (good thing it’s followed by the bye week), they get the Thanksgiving game in Detroit and will end the season with away games with Green Bay and Minnesota.
More analysis from the Sporting News.
-wALT
Week | Date | Opponent | Kickoff time | TV |
Week 1 | Sept. 5 | vs. Packers | 8:20 p.m. ET | NBC |
Week 2 | Sept. 15 | at Broncos | 4:25 p.m. ET | Fox |
Week 3 | Sept. 23 (Monday) | at Redskins | 8:15 p.m. ET | ESPN |
Week 4 | Sept. 29 | vs. Vikings | 4:25 p.m. ET | CBS |
Week 5 | Oct. 6 | at Raiders (London) | 1 p.m. ET | Fox |
Week 6 | BYE | – | – | – |
Week 7 | Oct. 20 | vs. Saints | 4:25 p.m. ET | Fox |
Week 8 | Oct. 27 | vs. Chargers | 1 p.m. ET | Fox |
Week 9 | Nov. 3 | at Eagles | 1 p.m. ET | Fox |
Week 10 | Nov. 10 | vs. Lions | 1 p.m. ET | CBS |
Week 11 | Nov. 17 | at Rams | 8:20 p.m. ET | NBC |
Week 12 | Nov. 24 | vs. Giants | 1 p.m. ET | Fox |
Week 13 | Nov. 28 (Thursday) | at Lions | 12:30 p.m. ET | Fox |
Week 14 | Dec. 5 (Thursday) | vs. Cowboys | 8:20 p.m. ET | Fox/NFLN |
Week 15 | Dec. 15 | at Packers | 1 p.m. ET | Fox |
Week 16 | Dec. 22 | vs. Chiefs | 8:20 p.m. ET | NBC |
Week 17 | Dec. 29 | at Vikings | 1 p.m. ET | Fox |
Bears preseason schedule:
Week 1 | Carolina | Aug. 8-12 (TBD) |
Week 2 | at N.Y .Giants | Aug. 15-19 (TBD) |
Week 3 | at Indianapolis | Aug. 22-25 (TBD) |
Week 4 | Tennessee | Aug. 29-30 (TBD) |
WKQX-FM’s “K.Flay Ticket Blitz Text” Contest
Official Rules
A complete copy of these rules can be obtained at the offices of radio station WKQX-FM (“Station”), owned and operated by Cumulus Media Holdings Inc. or one of its subsidiary companies, 455 N. CityFront Plaza Chicago, IL 60611, during normal business hours Monday through Friday or by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the above address.
The Station will conduct the WKQX-FM “K.Flay Ticket Blitz Text” Contest (the “Contest”) substantially as described in these rules, and by participating, each participant agrees as follows:
There is no substitution, transfer, or cash equivalent for prizes, except that the Station may, at its sole discretion and to the extent permitted by law, substitute prizes of comparable value or cash. The prizes are expressly limited to the item(s) listed above and do not include taxes, gratuities or any other expenses. Any tickets and/or gift certificates/cards awarded as part of a prize will be subject to the terms and conditions set forth by the issuer and are valid only on the date(s) printed on the tickets or gift certificates/cards. Other restrictions may apply.
CONTEST SPONSOR: Cumulus Media Holdings Inc., WKQX-FM, 455 N. CityFront Plaza, Chicago, IL 60611.
Schubas, 3159 North Southport Avenue, Chicago, IL 60657
WKQX-FM’s “Parker Bossley In The Lounge Text” Contest
Official Rules
A complete copy of these rules can be obtained at the offices of radio station WKQX (“Station”), owned or operated by Cumulus Media Holdings Inc. or one of its subsidiary companies, 455 N. CityFront Plaza, Chicago, IL 60611, during normal business hours Monday through Friday or by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the above address.
The Station will conduct the WKQX-FM “Parker Bossley in The Lounge Text” Contest (the “Contest”) substantially as described in these rules, and by participating, each participant agrees as follows:
There is no substitution, transfer, or cash equivalent for prizes, except that the Station may, at its sole discretion and to the extent permitted by law, substitute prizes of comparable value or cash. The prizes are expressly limited to the item(s) listed above and do not include taxes, gratuities or any other expenses. Any tickets and/or gift certificates/cards awarded as part of a prize will be subject to the terms and conditions set forth by the issuer and are valid only on the date(s) printed on the tickets or gift certificates/cards. Other restrictions may apply.
CONTEST SPONSOR: Cumulus Media Holdings Inc., WKQX, 455 N. CityFront Plaza, Chicago, IL 60611
Let me set the scene for you…As you wander through a neighborhood, you see an old building with a light up beer sign, and little-to-no visibility from the outside world. You stumble in and let your eyes adjust to the dim lighting. You take in your surroundings: the people are surly, the floor clearly hasn\’t been washed in 3 decades, and the drinks are dirt cheap.
You\’ve struck gold. You\’ve found a true dive bar.
I love finding new dives, but I don\’t have time to wander around all the neighborhoods in Chicago waiting to stumble upon one. Instead, I\’ve asked our trusty Twitter followers to tell us their favorites. These have been neither tested nor approved by us, so please test them and tell us if you approve. Cheers!
aliveOne – Lincoln Park
2683 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614
Their website photos are very promising – a collection of weird art, vinyl tufted bar seats, and their beer prices appear to be pretty reasonable.
The Native – Logan Square
2417 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Dark, no frills establishment with killer cocktails.
Wrong\’s Tap – Beverly
10014 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643
According to MetroMix, \”Twenty or so years ago the bar was called Right\’s, and when it changed hands the new owners went for a name flip.\” I don\’t know if that is historically accurate, but I am completely delighted by that story.
Local Option – Lincoln Park
1102 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
The most non-Lincoln Park bar in Lincoln Park.
The Sixpenny Bit – Jefferson Park
5800 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
According to @bcawley83: \”Dive-ish but also charming. Oh and cheap beer!!\”
Five Star Bar – West Town
1424 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60642
Although they have wood paneling (a common dive bar trait), their food looks a little too good to be considered a dive bar. Will I still be going there this weekend for French toast? Probably.
Nisei Lounge – Wrigleyville
3439 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
As @MySportsComplex said \”Given their Twitter snark I think @NiseiLounge qualifies as a dive at least spiritually speaking.\” I\’m into their dive-y attitude, but how are their prices and lack of daylight? Further research is needed.
Cody\’s Public House – Lakeview
1658 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
They don\’t have a website, and their (unofficial) Yelp page photos are sparce: a Schlitz globe light, a dart board, and multiple dogs. The intrigue is high, and I must go immediately.
And there you have it! Let us know if we missed a dive-y gem on Twitter.
Safe to say it pays to wear a helmet and to always know what’s going on around you when at a skate park.
It seems that Chicago set a new meteorological record this week, specifically on Tuesday. Never before has a 3-plus inch of snowfall been followed by 70-plus degree temps 48 hours later in recorded weather history.
Even records dating back to the late 1800s don’t show temperatures in the 70’s just 48 hours after a major snowfall.
Chicagoians even saw the seasons change before their eyes as the snow melted exposing green-springlike lawns, like Sunday’s snowfall never even happened.
The closest comparisons in temperature shifts happened in October of 1989 and March of 1916. From October 19th to 20th snow fell to 5.6 inches, and was then followed by 70-degree temperatures on October 24th. On March 22nd snow fell to 2.6 inches and was then followed by 72-degree temperatures on the 25th.
But now we should be back to our regularly scheduled Chicago weather, well, we hope.
Time to call it a day on cows milk. Apparently, some major companies are making a huge bet that the next big food craze could be… breast milk for adults.
Global chemical giants DowDuPont Inc. and BASF SE are investing millions to ramp up production of an indigestible sugar found naturally in breast milk. DuPont estimates the annual market could reach $1 billion.
Human milk oligosaccharide is the third most common solid in breast milk, after lactose and fat. HMO helps: fight infections, inflammation, brain development, and gets good bacteria to the colon. HMOs may explain why breastfed babies tend to fare better than formula-fed, said Rachael Buck, who leads HMO research at Similac formula-maker Abbott Laboratories.
But the synthetic version of HMO that is used in baby formula is just as good as the real thing. If we took them as adults it could help with things like allergies, irritable bowel syndrome, and even keeping our brains young.
So may it be actual breast milk or baby formula, you could be helping your body by drinking it! We’ve already been steering more and more away from cows milk with almond milk or coconut milk, why not try this.