Chicago Acoustic Underground Podcast

Jeff Libman and Brad Cole are two marvolous singer/songwriters and Old Town School regulars. Their picking and harmonies are just plain beautiful. They are a perfect example of the creative talent here in Chicago. Enjoy a great show!hereand#39;s some pics from the show.

Mike Donaubauer joined me in the studio for some great songs and and haunting melodies. Mike has been plying his trade (Chicago based singer/songwriter) all over the World. His brand of Folk, Pop, Rock, and Country fusion which he pioneered is based on intellegent, heartfelt, sarcastic, and often funny lyrics. I am sure you will enjoy his music. See him live at the Underground Lounge June 4, 2008...

Joe Goodkin of Paper Arrows fame and this weekand#39;s featured artist on Theresa Carterand#39;s Local Tourist came with his singer/songwriter cap on and gave a wonderful un-plugged performance. Theresa and I had the pleasure to attend Paper Arrowand#39;s CD release party at Schubaand#39;s and the tore up the house with their music. Make sure to check their website and go see them live, they are a...

The Real Jane Martin Allen Rein Mark Burns joined me one evening for some wonderful music and quite a few laughs. Friends since ther days together at Actorand#39;s Studio of Louisville, Kentucky join forces with great pickinand#39; and excellent voices. I highly recommend their live performances and they are two on the nicest guys youand#39;ll ever meet. You can see them June 6, 2008 at Lillyand#3...

Heather Oand#39;Neill This lovely Irish Lass joined me in the studio and, OK, we got just a bit political, but then she sang and played some beautiful songs. Go see Heather May 16, 2008 at 7 PM at Regular Joeand#39;s Coffee House in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, May 31, 2008 at 9:30 PM at Heartland Cafe, Chicago, Illinois, October 15, 2008, Wichita State University, Wichita, Kansas. Hereand#39;s some...

The Orange Opera from Fort Wayne, Indiana came into the studio to record this show and then we joined them up at the Red Line Tap for a live show in the evening. The Wizard and Theresa Carter joined me and we all fell out of our chairs laughing with these guys. It is, perhaps the funniest show we have ever done.

Joe Taylor, originally from Canada, then New York, and recently in Los Angeles working on his new album, joined me one evening in late January and showed me and now you what a consumate professional singer/songwriter he is. Joe has performed in multiple venues in over 20 states and all over Canada. His voice range is spectacular and his ultra smooth transitions show off his vocal skills. Oh yeah,...

KC Wilkerson spent a warm February afternoon talking about the World and KC played some of his unique brand of musical stories. Songs like "The Cricket Song" and "A Soldierand#39;s Song" are wonderful examples of painting pictures in your mind with his music. You may find him at the Underground Wonderbar and he plays all over the midwest. Check out his website for his next live performances.

Anna Vogelzang joined Michael Vez and Theresa Carter and myself with her special guest and Chicago Acoustic Underground alumni Jeff Brown for an afternoon of Annaand#39;s beautiful songs. You can see Anna live at Theoand#39;s Java Club in Rock Island on April 25th at 8 PM, or South Union Arts in Chicago on April 26th at 9 PM or Apollo Studio Theater w/ Sarah King on May 2nd at 8 PM.

The United Secrets of America This 2008 incarnation of the Rock Power Trio blew the windows out of the studio with their Loud and Proud music. The first song "Believe U" begins with "Pink Floydish" sounds and then attacks the senses with their raw power combined with their tight performance. Ryan, Chris and Kenji are like rock chefs stirring their combined talents into a "Rock Stew". Grab a bowl a...

Mike Reeb joined us for an evening of his unique and enjoyable music. Mike and CAU Alumni Jeremy Keen formed Chicagoand#39;s popular folk-rock outfit "Seventy Two Others" in 1999. Mike is now performing solo throughout the Midwest. Mike has turned us on to several West Lafayette, Indiana performers like the Fergus Daly Band.

Valentine Xavier joined us on a cold winter night and warmed us up with his excellent picking, wonderful lyrics, and "warm" voice. What a pleasent evening. Enjoy...You can see him live April 26th at Borderand#39;s Books in Orland Park at 7 PM and he will be at the Beverly Breast Cancer Walk in Ridge Park on May 11th with an 8 AM start. Hereand#39;s some pics from the show.

Sarah Vonderhaar is a sweet charming Chicago Woman that was on Americaand#39;s Next Top Model cycle 8 with tons of drama and I am so glad that she is persuing her musical interests instead. She is a brialliant musician/songwriter and totally captured our hearts. The Wizard of the Mix Michael Vez , Theresa Carter and I spent a wonderful afternoon with Sarah and her band. You are about to see just h...

Dave Lykins Joined me in the studio on January 21, 2008 for an afternoon of songs and stories. Dave is an accomplished musician and also an excellent actor and comedian. Be sure to check out his site for his bookings at any of these skills. He is a very talented man. Hereand#39;s some pics from the show.

Johnny Badlaw with his "Old School" RB/Southern Blues and Country mix of original music kept my foot tapping and it took everything to not sing along. What a fun afternoon! This is a hard working man with a passion for his music. See Johnny live at Lillyand#39;s Bar on Lincoln Ave. on April 24th and at The Underground Lounge on May 7th. He puts on an infectious performance that I am sure you will...

Doug Nichols came to us from Ranger Studios and Michael Jones, Michael Narvaez and Theresa Carter and I had so much fun and enjoyed Dougand#39;s music, we are glad to share it with you.hereand#39;s some pics from the show.

Ted Norstrom is Crystal Lakeand#39;s if not all of Chicagolandand#39;s biggest Cubs fan and his music and website are dedicated to the Chicago Cubs. Check out his new CD "Believe it, Achieve It" and some great videos on his website and kick back with an Old Style and enjoy the show.....As Ted says "Let your Cubs Flag Fly"!!!!

Emily Mugler and I began talking about doing this show while she was still living in Germany. She is now in Chicago and we are all the better for it. She has a mix of sparkling bubbly witty music. She has a smile that comes through in her music as well as her life. Emily is also working on her doctorate and I hope that she can find a balance between these two paths.

Lindsey Czechowicz was born in Wisconsin, recently moved to Chicago from Marthaand#39;s Vineyard, MA and came into the studio and sang some of the most beautiful lyrics that I have yet heard. What a wonderful afternoon we had. You are going to enjoy this show.....Check out her website for information on her upcoming shows and get out to see her. Hereand#39;s some pics from the show.

Brian Mazzaferri came into the studio with Percussionist Packy Lundholm and Bassist Hari Rao and we recorded 7 songs and cracked ourselves up at every opportunity. This trio puts out some amazing sounds. Brianand#39;s lyrics and voice are a joy to behold. You must see them live! They will be at the Elbo Room on March 28th at 8 PM and you can listen to them April 1st on 90.9 FM WDCB. They will be a...

Avondale Orbit, veteran Chicago Rockers, Steven Francque, Will Inzeo, Nic Simmons, and Scott Holoubek joined us in the studio for a night of fun, laughs, and excellent music. Their infectious blend of folk and rock had us dancing in the aisles. Enjoy this great band and check on their site for their live dates and go see them. They are a Blast! Hereand#39;s some pics from the show.

Carlos Alicea Fifteen year veteran performer from Chicagoand#39;s Spanish Rock scene came into the studio for an unplugged set. I have known Carlos for ten years and you can see a music video on his site that I produced five years ago. Formerly with Spanish rock bands Eroz, Ecipze, La Kausa and Verdad Oculta, the man has played throughout Chicago and in Dallas Texas and at important festivals such...

Scottie Long joined me for a Podcast featuring his excellent lyrics, vocals, and picking. Scottie choses a path that most do not. He gives back to the community by working with many local charities. I know, I know, I keep saying this, but the wealth of original singer/songwriters in Chicago continues to amaze me. I am sure you will enjoy this show. You can catch Scottie live on March 15th at Bonoa...

Mark Dvorak Joined us for a wonderful show of his brilliant talent. Chicago is very fortunate to have Mark base his creativity here in the Windy City. A veteran Instructor at The Old Town School of Folk Music, Markand#39;s songs are best seen live. I was honored to have Mark in the studio. Mark is booked until 2009 so go to his site and he is likely to be coming to your town soon. Here are some pi...

Jeremy Keen came into the studio and we had a blast! I love this guyand#39;s songs. Powerful vocals and great guitar combined for great night. You can see Jeremy live on March 1st at The Compass in Fowler, Indiana. He appears at The End Zone in Aurora, Illinois on March 14th. He will appear with Folk You Chicago at The Horseshoe 4115 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL. on March 21st.