How will you know which night(s) of “STOLE” to get tickets for if you don’t know which artist is most like you? Take our official, highly scientific, quiz to find out:
WHICH “THE NIGHTS WE STOLE CHRISTMAS” ARTIST ARE YOU?
How will you know which night(s) of “STOLE” to get tickets for if you don’t know which artist is most like you? Take our official, highly scientific, quiz to find out:
WHICH “THE NIGHTS WE STOLE CHRISTMAS” ARTIST ARE YOU?
At one point, Blockbuster stores were everywhere. My dad would bring us to the Blockbuster on Pulaski ave somewhere in Evergreen Park, almost every Friday and I would beg him to let me rent everything as we spent an hour so simply strolling through the aisles and picking out what we wanted. It was an communal experience but with the advent of digital streaming services like Netflix, the era of Blockbuster and renting videos is all but dead. There is only one remaining Blockbuster operating in America, and this week the Verge went to Bend, orgeon to see how this odd store operates today and what it has that Netflix does not.
The Foo Fighters were forced to reschedule dates on their current massive ‘Concrete & Gold’ tour this week due Dave Grohl losing his voice on September 1st during a show at Seattle’s Safeco Field. This affects their shows north of the border in Edmonton and Calgary, and Grohl always charismatic joked his way through the hurdle. In a statement explaining the rescheduled dates, Grohl goofed “That’s the last time I make out with Bono”. U2 recently had to reschedule a Berlin show after Bono suffered a “complete loss of voice” .
U2’s Bono was forced to cut a show short after only a few songs, while on stage in Berlin, Germany. He stated he did not know exactly what happened, but he didn’t feel he could sing.
The Irish legend got good news from that his vocal ailment was only temporary, and the band would be able to resume touring shortly.
“So happy and relieved that anything serious has been ruled out,My relief is tempered by the knowledge that the Berlin audience were so inconvenienced. There was an amazing atmosphere in the house, it was going to be one of those unforgettable nights but not for this reason. … We can’t wait to get back there on November 13.” said Bono in a statement.
Fan shot video shows how Bono shared his concern with the audience at the Mecedes-Benz Arena.
Get well soon Bono. From your Irish fans in Berlin. 🇮🇪 #U2eiTour @U2 @atu2 pic.twitter.com/CR0nbYBGgX
— Mark McCarthy (@mccarthy2066) September 1, 2018
Seemed kinda fitting that Krist Novoselic joined Pat Smear and Dave Grohl onstage in Seattle while the Foo Fighters were in town.
What was even better is that the trio treated fans to a cover from their 1992 Incesticide album: “Molly’s Lips” from the Vaselines. Enjoy. — [eric]
Programming note: if you are into the alternative from the rich decades of the 1980s and 1990s, check out Brian Phillips and Alt_Backspace, every Sunday morning from 10AM-Noon on 101WKQX.
Here’s all you need to know about the new coaster coming to Six Flags’ Great America next year — you know, besides taking a virtual ride below:
Now, I’m not a physicist — but I see words like highest, fastest, and quickest? It’s gonna be cool. It’s science. —- [eric]
WKQX-FM’s “grandson 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 “grandson 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
WKQX-FM’s “Nothing But Thieves 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 “Nothing But Thieves 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 “grandson 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 “grandson 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 “Nothing But Thieves 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 “Nothing But Thieves 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
Remember when MP3s hit your life? Maybe you were the one setting up a dorm file share in college — or DUDE, maybe you got a Dell to house all that sweet music you were ripping from Napster or Limewire direct to your bedroom at home. Either way, you can relive the glory days with this true-to-life WinAmp, the granddaddy of all music players.
WebAmp! It runs right in a web browser! You can drag or open any MP3 music file you have on your computer! You can even drag skins on to the player, if you still have those laying around! Because — who wouldn’t?!?
For those who are REALLY young — this is the biggest retro hotness to hit since cassettes. Get in on the ground floor of the next fad. We Gucci? — [eric]
When your band starting out and climbing you way up from shows with no audience to shows with bigger audiences, the idea that your going to play a prestigious baseball stadium like Wrigley Field can not be a reasonable thought but it certainly can be a dream. Next weekend, a dream for many Fall Out Boy fans becomes a reality when they pride of Wilmette takes the stage at the ‘Friendly Confines’.
It’s been such an important moment for FOB that they released a new EP aptly titled ‘Lake Effect Kid’.
You know the world can get my bones but Chicago gets my soul.
Lake Effect Kid EP out now https://t.co/UERl7qhaHS
See you at Wrigley 👊⚾️ https://t.co/ape4CtpNb2 pic.twitter.com/JIxbvjmcoK
— Fall Out Boy (@falloutboy) August 23, 2018
Before they became a worldwide sensation, FOB climbed their way up by their suburban boot straps, building a dedicating following locally before venturing far from the 630, 773, 708, and 312s they were used to. This video with wonky audio oozes that era when Chicago got to have this wondrous band to ourselves before we had to share them with everyone else. It shows the band on Halloween 2003 playing a packed audience who is singing every single world and crowd surfing to the ceiling on the sweaty Knights of Columbus in Arlington Heights,IL.
Hour 1
Hour 2
Congratulations to Friday Pilots Club on winning neXt2rock Chicago and moving on to the semi-finals! Good luck!
Thanks also to The Giving Moon, Take the Reins, Midwave and Like Language for helping create an unforgettable night of music!
WKQX-FM’s “Eve 6 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 “Eve 6 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.
Metro, 3730 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60613
ICYMI… White Denim did a killer version of “It Might Get Dark” on CONAN last week. Don’t miss them when they headline our Queued Up Artist Showcase at HOB on September 12!
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Photo credit: Julian Bajsel
A cable company did a lot of research-y things (looking at domestic gross and Google Trends) to determine which 90s movies were the favorites in each of the 50 states. The results? Indiana’s down with “The Lion King.” South Dakota embraced “Terminator 2.” And here in our corner of the midwest? Both Illinois and Wisconsin love the Illinois-based “Home Alone” (1990):