Category: Episodes
Meet ‘first listen’ Chicago band Friko (Episode 926)
Friko was a “first listen” band for me… a band that’s pop smart, experimental, noisy, contemplative, bombastic and shoegazy… sometimes within the same 4-5 minute song. And the vocals… oh man. Niko Kapetan (vocals/guitar) of Friko joins me for Thai…
From Juiceboxxx to Rustbelt: John Chiaverina (Episode 925)
I’m joined by John Chiaverina (FKA Juiceboxxx), as his new project, Rustbelt, is taking off. I met the Milwaukee-based star at an appropriately “Wisconsin” locale: A Milwaukee Culver’s parking lot. Discussed in this episode: *Why John moved away from his…
Smashed Plastic celebrates 5th anniversary of pressing vinyl in Chicago (Episode 924)
Car Con Carne is officially part of the Q101 Podcast Network! I make the announcement during the first few minutes of the show; but to reiterate, it’s nice to be home. I’m joined for this episode by Andy Weber and…
Rob Dickinson of Catherine Wheel – ARCHIVE INTERVIEW (Episode 923)
This episode is a dive into my archives; no car or food for this one. Instead, I’m sharing a chat with Rob Dickinson of Catherine Wheel. Catherine Wheel delivered five full lengths in their day, starting with Ferment in 1992…
Celebrity chefs collab with Piece Pizzeria & Brewery for PAWS (Episode 922)
Bill Jacobs (Owner, Piece Pizzeria & Brewery) returns to the show to talk about Piece’s Slice To Meet You pizza collaboration benefit for PAWS Chicago. Every time you order one of their celebrity chef featured pizzas, $50 gets donated to…
Legendary blues DJ Tom Marker talks Harlem Avenue Lounge benefit at Fitzgerald’s (Episode 921)
Tom Marker’s been playing the blues on Chicago radio since 1975. He’s probably best known for his time on-air at WXRT radio, where he hosted the “Blues Breakers” specialty show for close to 40 years. These days, you can listen…
Last minute guest/podcast MVP: Dr. Daryl Wilson of the Bollweevils (Episode 920)
Sunday, January 14 in the Chicago area was, by all accounts, miserable. The windchill dipped well below zero and it was the kind of day where no one wanted to leave the warmth of their home. I had a rescheduled…
‘Chair’ comes off the bench for Sister Soleil (Episode 919)
This episode marks the return of Sister Soleil (Stella Katsoudas). Back in the mid-late 90s, Sister Soleil exploded on the Chicago scene, selling out shows (and thousands of copies of the independent release “Drown Me In You”) A major label…
Everclear (Episode 918)
Art Alexakis of Everclear joins me for a special episode of Car Con Carne. Everclear returns to the greater Chicago area for two shows at the end of January: Thursday, January 25: Des Plaines Theatre Friday, January 26: Arcada Theatre…
Pop-punk vets go power-pop: Hot Alice (Episode 917)
This episode was recorded outside Doctor Dogs in Roselle (Note: do not trust Doctor Dogs in the event of a medical emergency; please contact an actual doctor if you need immediate help). I’m joined by ¾ of Hot Alice: Chris…
