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Kid A

I think I'm finally going to make one of these Kid A show tonight.  Chicago's own Radiohead cover band, with Nirvana cover band opening.  It all takes place at the Abbey Pub Friday January 27.  Tonight it's In Rainbows plus some other "hits".

KEXP

I've been listening to a few internet radio stations lately.  My vote for the best goes to KEXP.  I love the variety, bunches of 80's new wave, reggae & world, and today's cutting edge. Give it a listen and let me know what you think.

Shakes on KCRW

I tuned into a few KCRW shows today and one of them featured Alabama Shakes.  A good way to get to know the band and most of the songs they've been playing in their live shows.

SXSW + Bloodshot

As they say, things are shaping up for both the official showcase and Yard Dog party.  Really people, not to be missed!  Can't wait to hear a few songs from Lydia Loveless!

Cloud Nothings

I'd say the hottest new album this week is by Cloud Nothings.  Stereogum has some songs and you can check out the label Carpark Records for some other cool stuff including Class Actress, Dan Deacon, Toro y Moi and more. Cloud Nothings play April 6 at Schubas.

How did this happen?

I'm always amazed by the crappy music that folks will listen to and buy.  Here's a list of 14 Albums that surprisingly went platinum.  Seriously (for all of them)?

Stream New Nada Surf

Via NPR here's the latest from Nada Surf, The Stars Are Indifferent To Astronomy.

Once A Cover Act

Nice article about the rock & soul of the Alabama Shakes via The American-Statesman.  My guess is they'll be touring for a while and could hit Chicago again, and a larger venue.

Arcade Fire Rocks Austin City Limits

I've got to hand it to ACL, forty years and still exciting.  Check out Arcade Fire's entire performance.

Best Songs Mix

Pretty perfect office mix on a snow day, Indie Rock Cafe has their 2011 faves all loaded up.  Vaccines, Black Lips, Vetiver and more.

Emerging Artists

Here's a Deli list that is still being compiled.  Best Emerging Chicago Artists list includes Go Long Mule and others.  Check back at the end of the month for the final list.

WLUW

I remember a short time ago I could listen to WLUW Chicago at just about any time of the day and get some good music and good talk.  I'm very underwhelmed with the music selections these days as well as the Vocolo talk shows.  What's up WLUW?

You, Me, Them, Everybody!

Here's something that was recorded recently at Hungry Brain.  You, Me, Them, Everybody! is part comedy, part music, includes 17 artists!

Mog Radio

I might have to agree with what I've been reading lately.  After trying Mog Radio I'm hooked.  I love the feature that let's you create a cool playlist on the fly by entering a single artist, then telling the list how much to play that artist and how much to play others that are similar.  The possibilities seem to be endless!

Oh That Adam Ant

Seems his album is delayed, tour is cancelled until the fall.  Some info is here.

10 Top Shows

Here's a list from Greg Kot.  Wild Flag, EMA, Black Keys etc.  

Pitchfork Winter Picks

If you follow Pitchfork you might want to check out their Winter Picks for new releases.  Includes Big Pink, Nada Surf, Imperial Teen and others.

Get Local Chicago

Here's a top list from Loud Loop Press.  Be sure to check out the rest of the site for other great local discoveries.

Future Perfect

Future Perfect Radio used to be more of a blog but now they are a full-on internet station comprised of 35 channels.  It's easy to use so give it a try.

South Side

North side, south side.  Here's a site I've been following for a few years and you should too.  Not sure how he manages to hear so much cool stuff, Can You See The Sunset is worth checking out at least once a week.