311’s forthcoming album ‘MOSAIC’ out June 23, 2017. Song & Album avail for Pre-Order at http://smarturl.it/MosaicAR
See the album cover made up of fan photos. It’s awesome. http://www.311albumart.com/
Café Robey’s Brunch Is as Stylin’ as Its Digs
(from chicagomag.com)
THE VIBE: Finally, the most iconic building at the North/Milwaukee/Damen intersection has new life. Open since December, the tony Robey hotel squelches any lingering doubt that Wicker Park/Bucktown has, well, gone fancy. Love or loathe this symbol of the area’s evolution, there’s no finer place to observe the bustle than from a marble-topped table in the sun-drenched, ground-level cafe. There’s brunch service every morning, and on our weekday visit we found a half-full room consisting mostly of well-dressed 30-something women. 8 out of 10
THE FOOD:(Note: there are a dozen lunchlike options on the brunch menu, but we stuck to breakfast fare.) What servers call “French-American” translates mainly to recognizable standards with subtle tweaks. Case in point: buttermilk pancakes ($12) with a dollop of whipped ricotta, toasted coconut, and vaguely lime-y syrup. Sounds like a beach vacation for the mouth, but the flavors were unfortunately subdued. We dug the frittata ($14)—chock-full of shaved Brussels sprouts, mushrooms, and goat cheese and topped with a tangle of frisée—and its healthy portion of vegetable goodness, but had to dock a point for its rubbery outer layer. 5 out of 10 (MORE HERE)
I love Café Robey and the hotel Robey. The menu is really great. NOT TOO expensive. I highly recommend the chorizo eggs benedict. The rooms are also very cool. Modern amenities and great city views. Rooms as low as $140 a night. Perfect location for friends, family visiting or a nice stay-cationish get away. Right in the heart of Wicker Park and close to the Blue Line Damen stop. (Stan’s Donuts, Double Door)
Here’s why marijuana will eventually be legal in Illinois
(from timeout.com)
Regardless of how you feel personally about recreational marijuana, the majority of Illinoisans and the vast majority of Chicagoans support marijuana legalization. According to a recent poll from a public policy institute at Southern Illinois University, 66 percent of voters in the state support recreational marijuana, while 74 percent of Chicagoans are in favor of legalization. Citing these and other statistics, state lawmakers and marijuana reform advocates held a press conference in Chicago on Wednesday to unveil a new approach to making pot legal in the Land of Lincoln. (MORE HERE)
VIDEO: ‘STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI’ TRAILER IS EPIC
Star Wars has taken over Orlando this week with the annual Star Wars Celebration convention which today featured a live-streaming event to kick off hype train for the anticipated 8th film, ‘The Last Jedi’. The event hosted by devout SW fan and accomplished actor Josh Gad hosted the event which feature ‘Force Awakens’ stars Daisey Ridley and Josh Boyega with director Rian Johnson and SW producer Kathleen Kennedy. Mark Hamill appeared at the event to loud applause from the thousands in attendance, and was charismatic as ever.
The main event was the epic trailer for ‘the Last Jedi’ teases the meeting of generations between Skywalker and Rey with the electric ending line of dialogue. Here is stand alone trailer, put this on full screen and geek the freak out.
Today also saw the release of a visually stunning poster for ‘Last Jedi’.
If you think Luke Skywalker as a legacy character, might play a backseat to new ‘Force Awakens’ character, your in for a big wake up. Kennedy clarified that he “plays a significant role” in ‘The Last Jedi’. So wipe the drool off your mouth, hearing that one of the most iconic characters in film history will be back in the spotlight makes this more than just ‘must-see’.
The discussion teased some of what might happen with some characters from ‘Force Awakens’, what Luke Skywalker was doing on that mountain, and more. It’s just a lot of fun to get excited for another adventure in the galaxy far, far away.
‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ hits theaters December 15, 2017.
Instagram gets Chicago stickers thanks to five local artists
(from chicagotribune.com)
The Chicago sticker launch is accompanied by another feature: personalized selfie stickers that allow users to put a picture of their face over their posts. Because that’s what Instagram needs. More selfies. The illustrators behind the city stickers are Kyle Letendre (@heykyle), Maggie Sichter (@littlepatterns), Jenna Blazevich (@vichcraft), Cristina Vanko (@cristinavanko) and Jesse Hora (@jessehora). When users tap a geotag, they can learn more about the artist behind it and see other posts from that location, as well. (MORE HERE)
I love the art. I do prefer Snapchat though. the idea that Instagram has basically stolen every idea from every other app is frustrating. (vine = instagram video, snapchat = instagram stories, gifs = instagram’s boomerang, periscope = instagram live…) I would also like these stickers much more if the one said “SEARS TOWER” instead. Still I’m not a hater, adding local artists to anything makes even a copy of an app a better thing.
VIDEO: Wild Horse vs Alligator …of course, it’s Florida
Horse attacking a gator at Paynes Prairie. I'm still shaking.Also: I did contact the reserve to check on the horse and gator. There were no clear signs of distress / bleeding when we left the site.“To use this video in a commercial player or in broadcasts, please email licensing@storyful.com”
Posted by Krystal M. Berry on Wednesday, April 12, 2017
This video went viral yesterday showing a violent confrontation between a wild horse and an alligator inside Paynes Prairie State Park in Micanopy, Florida. “I did contact the reserve to check on the horse and gator. There were no clear signs of distress / bleeding when we left the site,” wrote Krystal M. Berry in her post with video on Facebook.
Of course this had to happen in hub for all weird stories, Florida.
Note the people in the video seemed to be pretty bias towards to the horse here. What about the gator?!
Another reminder we subconsciously care less about non-pretty animals.
Chicago White Sox’s Derek Holland is a hilarious ‘certified G’
Now introducing: Suit & Tyler!Tyler Saladino hosts his own talk show interviewing teammates, where no subject is off-limits. There's only one rule: his guests have to dress up for the occasion.
Posted by Chicago White Sox on Wednesday, April 12, 2017
In the White Sox web series, Suit & Tyler where new Sox player reveals his silly impressions, his love for WWE superstar Enzo Amore (HOW YOU DOI’N?!) and his Batman costume…yes, he’s a delightful dude. As a proud Sox fan, I appreciate the team has a charismatic jester like this.
VIDEO: AN ISLAND TAKEN OVER BY CATS
The Cat Island! It’s a small fishing island off the coast of Japan called Tashirojima, and it has been taken over by Cats….yes, it’s so weird. It’s also not the only cat island in Japan. This must smell great….really great.
This informative travel video documents the oddball fun of interacting with the cats who get fed by tourists who visit the ‘cat shrine’. You also realize that a majority of the cats on the island are strays and simply can not get the care they may need.
LISTEN – “Too Late” from 311’s forthcoming album ‘MOSAIC’
“Too Late” from 311’s forthcoming album ‘MOSAIC’ out June 23, 2017. Song & Album avail for Pre-Order at http://smarturl.it/MosaicAR
WATCH – ROYAL BLOOD’S *NEW VIDEO* ‘LIGHTS OUT’
Pre-order “How Did We Get So Dark?” here: https://r-oy.al/blood/_website It’s the follow-up to their 2014 self-titled debut Royal Blood have announced details of the second album. The band have confirmed that the follow-up to their 2014 self-titled debut will be titled ‘How Did We Get So Dark?’ and will be released on June 16. The Brighton duo uploaded a video to Twitter earlier today in which they create a mural of what appears to be the album’s artwork. The clip is soundtracked by new music. Watch beneath. (MORE HERE)
How Did We Get So Dark? LP2 June 16th pic.twitter.com/0AJ2Qul5Es
— Royal Blood (@royalblooduk) April 11, 2017
WATCH – Matt & Kim Try Their Best to Answer Top 8 WebMD Questions
Matt & Kim shared some sad new last week that they had to cancel the remaining dates for the next 9 months of their tour as Kim severely injured her ACL on stage. So while they have some down time perhaps they could become doctors? M&K attempt to answer the top 8 questions from popular site WebMD.com and as are all of their videos it’s hilarious.
Judah & the Lion’s “Suit And Jacket” Video
It was cold when they filmed this. I think that might be the most popular temperature to shoot spacey videos. Fantastic sacrifice for this one fellas.
VIDEO: What would Movie Monsters actually sound like?
The Verge continues to make the coolest and most thought provoking videos that bring fantasy and science together. Such is the case with their intriguing new video that digs into the idea of how monsters in big blockbuster movies like ‘Kong: Skull Island’ and ‘Jurassic Park’, would sound like if we could actually hear them in real life. This video is just so well researched and features scientific recreations that might be more accurate than the glitzier audible gems that Hollywoof studios would produce to represent a Tyrannosaurus Rex.
Hawks legend Bob Probert’s ashes spread in penalty box
One of the greatest tough men in pro hockey history has been remembered once again in very fitting fashion. Former Chicago Blackhawks and Detroit Red Wings star Bob Probert had his ashes spread by his wife, Dani in the penalty box this past Sunday during the Wing’s final game in the famed Joe Louis Arena. Probert retired from the NHL with the Hawks in 2002, and passed away from a heart attack in 2010. Probert became known as one of the most intimidating enforcers in NHL history, logging 3,300 minutes in penalty boxes in his 16 season career in the league. With fighting in pro hockey not nearly as common as it once was, Probert was a regular guardian for his team and became feared for his ability to deck out opponents night after night.
“I don’t think there is any doubt, in his era he came as tough as there was,” said Blackhawks teammate Eddie Olczyk in a 2010 interview with NHL.com. “He was tough as nails. You stayed well clear of him when he was on the ice and when you were on his team you knew he had your back. He knew his role and he was tough. He was tough.”
The Blackhawks start another campaign for the Stanley Cup on Thursday against the Nashville Predators in the first round of the playoffs.
New song from Blink 182
Clocking in at a full 35 seconds… check out the lyric video for “Can’t Get You More Pregnant”
Free download HERE
“We are excited to announce the deluxe edition of California, featuring 11 brand new songs and an acoustic version of “Bored To Death”, available everywhere on May 19, 2017!
Pre-order now & receive an instant download of our “Parking Lot”, “Misery”, and “Can’t Get You More Pregnant”
PRE-ORDER NOW AT blink182.com
Can’t wait to see them at Lolla! What, you need tickets? BOOM.
<3 @laurenoneil
Are Smartwatches Doomed??
(from mashable.com)
The CEO of Chinese electronics maker Huawei raised eyebrows this week when he publicly trashed smartwatches. “I am always confused as to what smartwatches are for when we have smartphones,” Eric Xu Zhijun said, adding that he would never ever wear one himself — despite the fact that his own company makes them. That may strike some as cold but his words should serve as a much-needed reality check to anyone still laboring under the delusion that they can persuade the general populace that wearing tiny touch displays on their wrists is the way of the future. (MORE HERE)
I don’t have a smartwatch but I used to wear watches all the time. Shoes and watches were my thing for a long time (I still wear shoes). Now I have my phone so I don’t really need a watch. I do like smart watches though. I don’t think they ever needed to be the NEXT BIG THING. It would be kind of cool if there were gadgets available that didn’t need to be bigger than the iPad to exist. Or at least stay relevant enough until after Father’s Day. My dad doesn’t need any more golf clubs or another tie!!
Mac and Cheese Waffles and More!! Now At Baderbräu Brewery
(from chicago.eater.com)
Does new food service mean that Baderbräu has morphed into full-fledged brewpub? The South Side brewery, nestled near Lake Shore Drive and McCormick Place, will start serving customers food on Wednesday afternoon. There’s unique items like a macaroni and cheese waffle and a juicy bratwurst braised in Baderbräu beer. (MORE HERE)
I’ve said it many times. ALL BARS & BREWERIES IN CHICAGOLAND SHOULD SERVE FOOD!! I’m a big fan of Baderbräu Pilsner and will definitely make a visit to try this menu.
VIDEO: Police helicopter catches teens sneaking into theme park
Canada, our polite neighbors to the North made headlines today with this viral video of a police helicopter being dispatched to catch trouble-making teens who sneaked into Toronto’s Wonderland theme park, after stealing candy. Yes, and they had to get the K9 unit all of this over some teens stealing a candy bar. If you are going to use that many police resource at least string them a long for a while so we get some more action-packed infrared footage.
WATCH – SQUIRREL EATING TINY ICE CREAM CONE
A lucky squirrel gets two small cones of ice cream a day at her favorite ice cream shop.
The squirrel regularly frequents Fantasy Isle Ice Cream and Mini Golf.
The shop’s owners told the station that the squirrel started showing up last summer and hasn’t left since.
Same reason I won’t leave radio. All the free foods.
Brian & Lou 04.13.17
What Ya Missed, What Did You Learn on Youtube, Craig Gass & Tracy Morgan, Eat Travel Rock and How many Peeps Can in Fit Lou’s Mouth
