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Joyce Manor in the Q101 Lounge

Case Lowe — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:53:51 +0000

Before they take the stage at Q101’s PIQNIQ on Friday, June 19, join Joyce Manor in the Q101 Lounge for an intimate performance and interview, hosted by Case Lowe of Q101’s Brian & Kenzie.

You’re only way in is to win is to win Lounge passes with Brian & Kenzie. Call 312-967-8300 every day next week, Monday-Thursday, at 8:10 for your chance to be caller 10 and win these passes.

A Case For: Terror

Bob Marruffo — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:00:24 +0000

On this week’s A Case For, Case is joined by Scott Vogel of the seminal hardcore band Terror. The two discuss playing with Three 6 Mafia, how Terror has wound up on the most iconic labels in hardcore, how Terror maintains a youthful spirit , and more!

A Case For…is an interview series conducted by Case Lowe, Executive Producer of Q101’s Brian & Kenzie Morning Show. An avid fan of underground music, Lowe has spent his entire adult life bouncing back and forth between the massive, corporate layouts of arena rock, and the smallest DIY rooms imaginable. A Case For… has provided Lowe with a platform to speak to tomorrow’s festival headliners, today, while also providing a voice to artists who continue to cut their teeth in the DIY scene. Lowe’s intimate, conversational interview style continues to provide a comfortable space for artists to open up about their ambitions, fears, and process in a way that few interviewers are able to accomplish.

A Case For…can reach nearly 500k followers and subscribers between Q101’s various digital platforms [YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok] with the push of a button. A Case For…has been featured in publications such as Loudwire and Lambgoat and has featured such acts as Knocked Loose, Militarie Gun, Touche Amore, and the legendary Insane Clown Posse.

6.7.2026 History Of Alternative

Bphillips — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:19:27 +0000

Hour 1 – 8A

The Replacements – Left Of The Dial
Fountains Of Wayne – Stacy’s Mom
Garbage – I Think I’m Paranoid
INXS – Listen Like Thieves
Nothing But Thieves – Trip Switch
Stroke 9 – Little Black Backpack
O.M.D. – So In Love
Bjork – Human Behaviour
The White Stripes – Blue Orchid
Squeeze – Tempted
Franz Ferdinand – No You Girls
Juliana Hatfield – Universal Heart-Beat
Pearl Jam – Given to Fly

Hour 2 – 9A

The Ramones – Judy Is A Punk
Coldplay – Talk
Alanis Morissette – You Oughta Know
The English Beat – Mirror In The Bathroom
Our Lady Peace – Superman’s Dead
Rufus Du Sol – On My Knees
The Pretenders – Don’t Get Me Wrong
Public Image LTD – Rise
My Chemical Romance – I’m Not Okay (I Promise)
The Smiths – Heaven Knows I’m Miserable Now
Beck – Up All Night
Letters to Cleo – Here And Now
Nirvana – Polly

Hour 3 – 10A

Devo – Whip It
Radiohead – There There
Foo Fighters – Big Me
Missing Persons – Destination Unknown
Spoon – Can I Sit Next To You
James – Sit Down
The Smithereens – Only A Memory
Shiny Toy Guns – Le Disko
Red Hot Chili Peppers – Parallel Universe
Cowboy Junkies – Sweet Jane
Presidents Of The USA – Peaches
Mumford And Sons – Believe
R.E.M. & Kate Pierson – Shiny Happy People

Hour 4 – 11A

The Cranberries – Salvation
OK Go – Get Over It
Green Day – Geek Stink Breath
Blondie – Heart Of Glass
Oasis – Supersonic
New Found Glory – My Friends Over You
Depeche Mode – Walking In My Shoes
The Suicide Machines – Sometimes I Don’t Mind
Stone Temple Pilots – Unglued
New Order – Age Of Consent
Metric – Help, I’m Alive
The Flaming Lips – She Don’t Use Jelly

Enter To Win – An Evening with John Cusack at The Auditorium 6/13/26

Allison Nehring — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:26:37 +0000

AN EVENING WITH JOHN CUSACK

AND SPECIAL SCREENING OF “GROSSE POINTE BLANK”

THE AUDITORIUM

SATURDAY, JUNE 13TH

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Prepare for an engaging evening as celebrated actor John Cusack presents a special screening of his acclaimed film, Grosse Pointe Blank, at The Auditorium. This unique event will feature the full movie presentation, immediately followed by a live, on-stage Q&A session with Cusack himself. Attendees will have the rare chance to hear directly from the actor about the making of the film, his iconic role as hitman Martin Blank, and insights into his extensive career.

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Enter To Win – Phoebe Bridgers at United Center 9/19/26

Allison Nehring — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:55:48 +0000

PHOEBE BRIDGERS

THE LOST TOUR

UNITED CENTER

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH

TICKETS ON-SALE FRIDAY, JUNE 12TH AT 10:00AM

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Enter To Win – Slow Pulp at The Salt Shed 11/19/26

Allison Nehring — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 02:08:31 +0000

SLOW PULP

THE SALT SHED

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH

TICKETS ON SALE HERE

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Enter To Win – Q101 Advance Screening: Supergirl

Allison Nehring — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:42:50 +0000

This summer, DC Studios’ new feature soars onto the big screen: SUPERGIRL! Starring Milly Alcock in the title role, the film reveals the origin of the fan-favorite Super Hero, who exudes a brand of heroism all her own. Directed by Craig Gillespie and produced by DC Studios heads Peter Safran and James Gunn, the film also stars Matthias Schoenaerts (Mah-tee-ahs Shoon-art), Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, with Superman himself, David Corenswet, and Jason Momoa as intergalactic bounty hunter Lobo. Only in theaters and IMAX June 26 from Warner Bros. Pictures.

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Enter To Win – The Dresden Dolls at The Salt Shed 10/29/26

Allison Nehring — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:57:02 +0000

THE DRESDEN DOLLS

THE SALT SHED

THURSDAY,OCTOBER 29TH

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Enter To Win – All Time Low at The Salt Shed 9/22/26

Allison Nehring — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:21:20 +0000

ALL TIME LOW

THE SALT SHED

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22ND

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Interview with Jim Adkins

Bob Marruffo — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:19:19 +0000

Jimmy Eat World Talks Bleed American, 25 Years Later, Ahead of Their Chicago Show

For 25 years, Bleed American has remained one of the defining albums of the 2000s alternative rock era — and now, Jimmy Eat World is bringing that legacy back to the stage in a massive way.

Ahead of their upcoming Chicago stop, Q101 caught up with Jimmy Eat World frontman Jim Adkins to talk about the band’s iconic album, what it means to revisit these songs after two and a half decades, and what fans can expect from the live experience this summer.

Q101 Presents Jimmy Eat World – 25 Years of Bleed American

Thursday, June 11th at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
with special guests The Get Up Kids and Sunny Day Real Estate.

During the conversation, Adkins reflected on the lasting impact of Bleed American, an album that helped define an era with tracks like “The Middle,” “Sweetness,” and “Bleed American.” Even after all these years, the songs continue to connect with longtime fans while finding entirely new audiences discovering the record for the first time.

The upcoming tour celebrates not only the music itself, but the memories attached to it. Fans can expect an unforgettable night packed with classic songs, massive singalongs, and the kind of emotional energy Jimmy Eat World has built their reputation on for decades.

With support from influential emo and alternative pioneers The Get Up Kids and Sunny Day Real Estate, this show is shaping up to be one of the biggest nostalgia-fueled rock nights of the summer in Chicago.

Don’t Miss Jimmy Eat World Live in Chicago

Catch Jimmy Eat World live at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island on Thursday, June 11th — and watch our full interview with Jim Adkins above.

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