The Rockin’ 1000, a project that organizes mass performance events “to play together the songs that made the glorious history of rock.”, recently performed The Smashing Pumpkins’ classic “Bullet With Butterfly Wings”.
The tradition dates back to 2015, when the Rockin’ 1000 covered the Foo Fighters’ “Learn To Fly” in Cesena, Italy.
Wearing all black and corpse face paint, Dave played drums on the Boygenius tune “Satanist.” Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus and Julien Baker were in Halloween costumes as well, dressing as The Father, Son and Holy Ghost for their set at The Hollywood Bowl on Halloween night.
Boygenius will be the musical guest on Saturday Night Live next weekend.
Winner, winner, chicken dinner.
Someone in Lakeview had a very good Halloween. The Jewel Osco at 2940 North Ashland Avenue in Lakeview, matched all five numbers in the Friday October 27 midday drawing to score the $1.2 million jackpot, according to a statement from Illinois Lottery officials. The winning numbers were 14-15-24-25-34.
Brian, a local patron of that Jewel, remains broke.
MGMT have confirmed their next album Loss of Life will be released on February 23rd.
Loss of Life:
01 Loss of Life (Part 2)
02 Mother Nature
03 Dancing in Babylon [ft. Christine and the Queens]
04 People in the Streets
05 Bubblegum Dog
06 Nothing to Declare
07 Nothing Changes
08 Phradie’s Song
09 I Wish I Was Joking
10 Loss of Life
Need a last min Halloween costume? Q101 has your back! Just print out these masks and you’ll be trick or treating in no time!
Illustrations/ follow: ZSpang
Case the Producer sat down with emo legends Braid to discuss the 25th anniversary of Frame & Canvas, what it’s like to have At the Drive-In open for you, and more!
New episodes of A Case For drop every Monday with Case the Producer and the emerging artists of today.
It’s the most wonderful time. Tuesday marks Halloween and the Chicagoland trick-or-treating schedule is out. Here’s a breakdown of when you can go door-to-door tonight.
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A restaurant in Georgia is garnering national attention for taxing bad parents who are unable to control their rowdy children. The Toccoa Riverside Restaurant just outside of Atlanta has drawn the ire of parents who feel they are unfairly being targeted by the restaurant who added this fee during the pandemic.
A Google review reads, “If you have children, absolutely avoid this place at all costs. Holy moly – the most disrespectful owner made a huge scene in front of the entire restaurant because our children were “running through the restaurant” – they were down by the river.. we were told we need to “go to Burger King and Walmart” and that we were bad parents. They have a $50 surcharge for “bad children.”
Internet sleuths have also noted the menu includes things like an 18% gratuity for separate checks and a $3 fee for sharing a plate.
A representative for the restaurant went on to say there’s nothing wrong with kids and families coming to the restaurant. However, kids running wild through the dining room “isn’t parenting.”
Weathers at Q101’s Halloween Bash!!! The guys from Weathers did two sets for us, they came out at themselves and then again GREEN DAY!! They were awesome! Make sure you check out Weathers next time they are around your area!!
We’ve all been there before, you have to be at a Halloween party and “Uh Oh!” you didn’t plan anything. Not to worry, here are some last minute DIY costumes for my fellow procrastinators!
This requires little to no effort whatsoever. All it needs is a football jersey, real or fake, or even a shirt with any football team logo on it. This one is very easy to pull off and perfect if you need to leave the house in 30 seconds. If you’re feeling ambitious you can even draw some black lines under your eyes.
2. Chef
A chef could come in many different varieties, but for the sake of you being on time to the Halloween party you’re just going to pop on an apron and grab the cooking utensil of your choosing. Bam you are a certified chef, guaranteed to spice up the party!
3. John Wick
This one may need some ironing skills, but the John Wick costume is basically just dress like you are going to a wedding. Pull out a tux, draw some red marker on your forehead and now you are a trained killer looking to avenge your dog!
4. Barbie
PINK
5. Cereal Killer
This one is actually one of my favorites and you can count on seeing one every year. A cereal killer is a fun play on words and who doesn’t love being a walking pun? Tape some cereal boxes to a T- Shirt, throw some plastic knives in the box or fake blood and you are all set to be the corniest costume of the night!
With all this knowledge go forward my last minute friend and make Halloween yours! – Joey
File under things I didn’t think I was going to hear today: the Toadies covered Kelly Clarkson’s Since U Been Gone. It’s the guys yelling “yeah” in the background for me. <3 Lauren
This song will be featured on Texas Wild, a one-of-a-kind album of rare musical collaborations benefiting Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation. Each track is a beloved Texas song reimagined by a renowned Texas musician. You can pre-oder the vinyl here.
Tracklist:
01. Fat Tony ft. Paul Wall – (Hey Baby) Que Paso
02. Ryan Bingham – Possum Kingdom
03. Adrian Quesada ft. Us & Soul Supporters – Say My Name
04. Shakey Graves ft. Jess Williamson – True Love Will Find You In The End
05. Sir Woman ft. Ray Wylie Hubbard – Texas Sun
06. Texas Gentlemen – That’s Right (You’re Not From Texas)
07. The Suffers – My Maria
08. LUNA LUNA – Si Una Vez
09. Toadies – Since U Been Gone
10. Sarah Jaffe – Angel Flying Too Close To The Ground
11. Shane Smith and the Saints ft. Hayes Carll – Poncho and Lefty
blink-182 have replicated one of the greatest memes in history over the weekend. While playing “When We Were Young” over the weekend, the iconic trio popped into a Denny’s in Long Beach, California to film a music video for their song, “Anthem Pt. 3”.
Legendary, if we say so ourselves.
Weathers at Cubby Bear (Friday)
Join Brian & Kenzie and the rest of the Q101 team at The Cubby Bear on Friday night for the annual Halloween Pop-Up Performance with Weathers! Learn everything you need to know about this event here!
Bulls host the Raptors (Friday)
The Bulls have a closed-door, players-only meeting after a loss in the first game of the season. If they lose game two to the Raptors, perhaps the team will implode.
deadmau5 at Radius (Friday, Saturday)
Legendary dubstep act, deadmau5, heads to Chinatown’s Radius venue on Friday and Saturday night for a pair of thrilling performances. Tickets to both of those shows are still available and can be found on the Radius website.
Maria Bamford at The Den Theater (Friday, Saturday)
One of the great comics of the 21st century, Maria Bamford, rolls into Wicker Park’s Den Theater for a series of shows this weekend. Although they are now sold out, it is always worth highlighting her genius.
La Carrera De Los Muertos – Race of the Dead (Saturday)
Join the Q101 Street Team to celebrate the Carrera de los Muertos® (Race of the Dead) in Pilsen on October 28th. The vibrant streets of Pilsen will come alive with colorful costumes, energetic runners, and a pulsating atmosphere that pays homage to a rich cultural tradition. This event promises to be a thrilling blend of fitness and festivity, bringing together people from all walks of life to run, dance, and commemorate the Day of the Dead.
Blue Man Group Halloween Performances (Saturday)
Blue Man Group Chicago invites visitors to celebrate the spookiest season of the year with two special Halloween-themed performances at the Briar Street Theatre (3133 North Halsted) Saturday, October 28 at 2 p.m. and Sunday, October 29 at 1 p.m.
Ms. Lauryn Hill & Fugees at The UC (Saturday)
25 years since the release of one of the single greatest hip hop records of all-time, Ms. Lauryn Hill is back in Chicago with the Fugees to celebrate the anniversary of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill. Hill, known for being erratic and unpredictable, is still one of the best performers around…when she wants to be.
Robert’s Howl-O-Ween Costume Pet Parade (Saturday)
Robert’s Pizza is hosting its third annual Howl-o-Ween event. All dog owners are welcome to stop by Robert’s on Saturday, October 28th from 2pm – 4pm for a special dog costume pet parade and contest! The contest will feature a winner for three different costume categories: scariest, cutest, and most creative. Humans will have a chance to compete too so don’t be shy and come ready to win! Plus, a professional pet photographer will be on site to capture photos you can keep for years to come.
Streeterville Dog Halloween Party (Saturday)
Chicago’s most adorable Halloween party happens every year at the MCA Sculpture Garden, where local dog (or cat) owners bring their costumed pets for a parade around the premises. The best-dressed furry friend is chosen by Alderman Brian Hopkins and Maureen Schulman and will receive prizes, but rest assured that everyone is a wiener!
Bronzeville Fall Festival (Saturday)
Join Absolutely Anything Essential for a family-friendly fall fest. The event will have a kids zone, live entertainment, local vendors selling fruits, veggies and wares, a costume contest and more. This is Life, NFP will also be providing free haircuts and coats for children (must register for a complimentary coat).
The 1975 at Allstate Arena (Sunday)
Q101 is proud to bring The 1975 to the Allstate Arena on Sunday night for their third Chicago date in the last year. The band rocked Twisted Xmas, then Lollapalooza, and now they take their talents to Rosemont for a night that should be second-to-none. Tickets are nearly gone but you can get yours here.
Faye Webster at The Riv (Sunday)
Indie singer-songwriter Faye Webster is on the road again, still feeling the buzz from her excellent 2021 release, I Know I’m Funny haha. She’s back for the first time since her Metro gig in early 2022 and even after an upgrade from The Vic to The Riv, this show is sold out.
Black Pumas: Chronicles of a Diamond
The Austin duo is back with another full-length release. Chronicles of a Diamond is another strong release from a band that continues to do no wrong. The Pumas have added a third show at The Salt Shed in the early part of next year, and tickets go on-sale today.
Nirvana: In Utero (30th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition)
One of the greatest records of all-time, In Utero, turned 30 last month. As a result, Nirvana has opened up the archives and today the Super Deluxe Edition of In Utero has been unearthed. Among the 53 unreleased tracks are two full In Utero-era concerts, including the band’s final performance in Seattle, as well as six bonus live tracks recorded at various shows around the same time. Additionally, the album’s original tracklist, plus five bonus tracks and B-sides, have been remastered from the original analog master stereo tapes by Bob Weston, the only engineer other than Steve Albini who assisted on the original sessions.
Taking Back Sunday: 152
Taking Back Sunday are back with their eight studio album, 152. The emo stalwarts spent all summer on the road with the Sad Summer Fest and now they’re back with 10 new tracks.
The Gaslight Anthem: History Books
Ahead of their co-headlining night with Young the Giant at Twisted XMAS, The Gaslight Anthem are back with their first studio album in nine years. History Books marks a return to form for The Gaslight Anthem, harkening back to their peak with The ’59 Sound. The record features 10 excellent tracks, including an appearance from Bruce Springsteen, as well as the standout single, “Spider Bites”.
In 2003, The Darkness landed internationally with ‘I Believe In A Thing Called Love’ from their debut album Permission to Land, which garnered numerous awards and multi-platinum status. However, by 2006, at the height of their stardom, they suddenly disbanded and seemed to disappear from the musical landscape. This documentary provides a raw look into the tribulations faced by a ‘cult band’ in their uphill battle for a comeback.
