Chicago Acoustic Underground Podcast

Ator Forty is a group of young lads from the Midwest with one goal; to write and play music that is simple, honest, fun and creative. A combination of experimentation and new ideas, while also saluting music traditions of the past results in music that has a little something for everyone. The Ator Forty's first studio album is due in early fall 2012.

With his band the Strangers and Saints Matthew Scharpf has once again established himself as one of Chicago's must see acts. Their New Folk sound, reminiscent of The Beatles, Counting Crows, Del Amitri, and Paul Westerberg, is highlighted by Matthew's poignant songwriting and the Strangers Saints hard hitting rhythm section, while their energy and passion for music is evident in their live perform...

Chicago native Jesse Wheeler now living in Brazil came into the studio with the band Tanaman Dul. Their home base is Brasilia. Irish music in Brazil you say, yes and as you will see and hear, excellent Irish music. They are a ton of Fun!!!!

Honey and The 45s is a Chicago-based 5-piece band that combines elements of folk, blues, funk, and soul. Their powerful vocals, poetic lyrics, and pocket grooves deliver a sometimes playful, sometimes somber sound like nothing you've heard before.

With the new release of his 4th independent Record. Richey's poignant lyrics, melodies, and radio smash hits have the music industry taking notice of his latest Self titled "RL" album and has been gaining buzz and quite the following. For the new record Richey Collaborated with some of the music industry's top producers: Tracks Co-Produced by Russ T Cobb(Avril Levigne, Pink, Butch Walker...), and...

Somewhere on the way between the quiet wheat fields of Kansas and the steely towers of Chicago, Anita Chase and Sheela Reddy went just a little bit mad.

Last Spring I had the great pleasure to have Anna and her excellent band in for a Podcast. You have the opportunity to see this lovely Woman on November 23rd at Martyr's 3855 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL at 8 PM along with another Chicago Treasure, Phil Angotti, and the CD Release performance by FALLDOWN.Check out all of Anna's and over 200 other videos at The CAU Video Channel

Come join the CAU Crew at Goose Island Wrigleyville Saturday November 10th at 9 PM for the return of Simpleton Cityfolk. In the meantime, take a listen to a fun Podcast we recorded this past summer.

Come join the CAU Crew for Birdy's "Magic Days" Album Release Sunday Nov 4th at Schuba's. Joining them is Chicago's premier Folk Troubadour Mr. Mark Dvorak. This is an all ages show starting at 7 PM. For the $10.00 admission you get a copy of their new album. I'll see you there.

Way back in July, we recorded Lance Brown and John Lawler as "Guitar Evolution". Lance is also a wonderful artist who's painting of a guitar player is seen in almost every Podcast as it is on the wall directly behind where we record the show. These two are absolutely amazing performers in their own rights and combined here as "Guitar Evolution" and what a joy it was. I know you will enjoy this sho...

Shelley Miller and the BCC are the Headliners at Chicago's famous Double Door on October 24,2012 doors open at 8 PM. It is going to be one smokin' show. I'll see you there.

Sarah Lou Richards came back into the studio for another wonderful set of music. Sarah, now an native of Nashville is an amazing performer, and we had another wonderful afternoon.

Joe Vicki Price This is another lost and then found show from 2011. Joe and Vicki are a true treasure performing pure Delta Blues. Enjoy this show and then go see them Live at Buddy Guy's Ledgends this Friday October 12th from 5:30 to 8:00 PM.

Rachel Levitin will be playing tonight Wednesday October 3rd at The Velvet Lounge in Washington DC with CAUDog Recording artists The Future Laureates, Adrian Krygowski, and Zia Hassan.

Come join the Tiki Cowboys at the Coyote Fest this weekend. 40 bands performing on three stages. The Tiki Cowboys will be performing Saturday the 29th at 1 PM on the Club Lucky Outdoor Stage.

Barry Cloyd joined us from Peoria, IL. Barry is a musician, storyteller, and historian. He has been singing of riverboats on the great rivers of the midwest. This is a wonderful story in song and I am sure you will enjoy.... See Barry Live at the Coyote Festival this Sunday September 30th on the Club Lucky Outdoor Stage at 3 PM

Come join us at the Coyote Festival on Saturday, September 29,2012, on the Club Lucky Outdoor Stage at 6 PM and see this amazing woman live.

The Aaron Williams Band These guys are so much fun. Their live performances kick ass. They came in and did an unplugged session with us and even "unplugged" they create super high energy. You can see them Headline the Coyote Fest on the Club Lucky Stage Friday September 28th at 9 PM. They will be all electric and they are going to melt faces!!!!

The Puffins came into the studio after I met them at the Bucktown Garden Walk. What a wonderful band. As you will see, they are amazing. So amazing that we booked them to open the Coyote Fest on the Club Lucky Outdoor Stage on Friday 28, 2012 at 6 PM. It is going to be a most amazing. Check out all their Podcast videos on the CAU Video Channel

Overman, came in to record a show and things got way out of hand. Shots ensued and the music was amazing. These guys are a blast and you should for sure, go see them live. You will love them.

Happy Birthday Ted Wulfers In the six years that I have been recording this show, Ted is without a doubt the real deal. He has been true to his path regardless of what has been thrown at him. I am proud to count him a friend. Ted's new album "Lucky 7", released today, his Birthday is available in a very special way.

Ian Leith, born in West Texas, raised in Southern Illinois, seasoned in California and currently calling Chicago home, Ian Leith is on a "quest of endless possibilities with these here fingers." Chicago based musician. Actively composing for all media. Plays every 4th Tuesday at the Friendly Tap in Berwyn, Il and host of Molly Malone's Sunday Night Open Mic in Forest Park, Il.

The Flips is a Chicago based indie-rock band that kicks ass. They came into the studio and rocked my World. Be sure to catch them August 31st at The Nite Cap here in Chicago. It's going to be a rocking good night. To view all The Flips videos and all other CAU Podcast videos go to the CAU Video Channel

Grapheme, this six month old band (when they came in the studio) mesmerized me with their spiritual blending of many musical types. Later, I get a phone call from the engineer Barrett Tasky, who is in the middle of mixing this show absolutely raving about this band. I have a hunch that you will also.