Chicago Acoustic Underground Podcast

Chicago Singer/Songwriter, Dave Tamkin, currently resides in Boulder, CO. He has created his own unique style of rhythmic- acoustic rock that's based around a fresh musical vision. His shows vary from intimate solo acoustic performances to a full band experience encapsulating a mixture of personal lyrics and skilled songwriting set against a high-energy percussive backbone.

The genre-bending, multi-instrumentalist songwriting duo Frances Luke Accord (Brian Powers and Nicholas Gunty) are changing the dynamic of Chicago's folk scene one DIY venture at a time. From their debut project, the non-profit benefit record Kandote, to their house-concert/video series Fluke Takes, FLA have grounded themselves beyond any ordinary indie-folk band.

Ask Your Folks is a Chicago-based trio comprised of vocals, guitar, fiddle, and string bass. Owen Burton (guitar), Libby Weitnauer (fiddle), and Eli Broxham (bass), began playing together during their freshman year as music students at DePaul University. In August of 2013 they started playing at local farmer's markets and formed Ask Your Folks. Since their founding they have done a southern tour,...

A native of the Missouri Ozarks, Jodee Lewis was raised on folk songs and honky-tonk, and her music reflects the best of both worlds. The Chicago Tribune says she is "a singer-songwriter whose outsized talent is as big as her voice," and calls her first album, Whiskey Halo, an "impressive solo debut".

Adam McDonough grew up in the little beach town of Cape May, NJ. After graduating Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA, Adam quickly made his way working the music industry building his chops and honing the business skills playing the cover band scene and collaborating as much as possible. His influences include artists such as Tom Petty, Stevie Wonder, Bob Marley, Jackson Browne, and Paul Simon...

Brooklyn based husband wife duo Jillian Speece and Nathaniel Paul Hoff are The Bergamot. This is their second performance on Chicago Acoustic Underground. Since their first Podcast back in 2012,

Last August, from Louisville, Kentucky into the studio comes Ted Stevens. My first take was here's a Rocker dressed up and ready to take the stage. I thought, this is gonna be fun, and I was not disappointed. Ted, the leader of "Ted Stevens and the Third Rail", just had that look where if you saw him walking down the street you'd say to yourself "that guy has to be a rock star". Well, guess what,...

Originally from Clayton, Missouri, now hailing from Toronto, Canada Matt Morgan came into the studio sans his band Matt Morgan The Mayday. He proceeded to demonstrate his songwriting and singing skills, and they are formidable. We hope to bring Matt and his band down to Chicago this summer. In the meantime, enjoy this Man's music.

Sam Luna, Born on the Navajo Reservation in Tuba City, AZ. Started making art from a young age. Picked up the guitar at age 23 and has not put it down since. He has spent the last ten years touring the states sharing his art and music everywhere he goes. Recorded his debut album in the Midwest with the help of the amazing musicians he met along his journey. Sam Luna and his band are currently work...

Don Pedigo will be joining us this coming Tuesday night March 3, 2015 at the Act One Pub as our special guest for the CAU Singing For Your Supper Showcase Series. Come join us in welcoming Don to the Chciago Music Scene'

With nearly a decade behind a Nashville honky tonk bar and countless nights playing solo shows on the road under her belt, Samantha Harlow has plenty of stories to tell. A true raconteur, Harlow's storytelling is marked by mild exaggerations, tongue-in-cheek declarations, and sweeping truths about being a strong woman making her way in the world.

Chicago based singer/songwriter and front-man, MER, is a seasoned veteran of the music industry having toured the nation playing over 2,000 live shows supporting dozens of national acts. A melodic, pop overtone streamlines MER's original music ranging from the intimate, acoustic ballads to the powerful, rock anthems.

Hailing from Texas Music Mecca, Austin, Dwight Smith and Julia Lucille joined us in the CAU Studio to record this Podcast. Both with solo careers, found each other about a year ago and put together a show that featured both their songwriting skills and together some truly beautiful harmonies. Enjoy the Show!!!

Daniel Connolly joined us to record a Podcast after he performed at Singing for your Supper at the Act One Pub in Mayne Stage and them performing on the big Mayne Stage along with Melanie Budd.

Jodi and Dave Walker have been exploring the world of jazz and folk music as a duo for the past 12 years. Over that time we have called Atlanta, New York City, and Chicago home.

Lance Brown is an artist, actor, musician and song writer who has lived by his wits and creativity since 1977. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Denver and studied music composition, theory and performance for 3 semesters at the University of Maine under Roswell Rudd, jazz trombonist of Berkley School of Music fame.

Jen Reilly and Eddy Bluma aka The New Zeitgeist met as solo artists reentering the music scene in Chicago of 2009, but might as well have been around since 1929. "Old souls," they have been described by many, the two began collaborating as a folk duo with soulful harmonies and old spirituals. Their devotions range from Hank Williams and Woody Guthrie to Elvis, Joni, The Staple Singers, and Allison...

Brittany Lee Moffitt is a professional vocalist, songwriter, and performer from the small town of New Carlisle, Indiana. Brittany moved to Chicago in 2005 to study music at Columbia College. During that time, Brittany was offered an opportunity to represent the music department as a participating singer/songwriter in the 2009 International Summer Music Camp, held by kraut-rock pioneer, drummer, an...

The Morphtet is a piano-based acoustic ensemble, currently in trio form. We are a barrelhouse piano ensemble that stomps right into reggae, soul, and stride. We tackle new standards and lay around with old boogie woogie drinking buddies. come join the CAU Crew this Saturday November 29th at Honky Tonk BBQ where the old upright piano will get put through its paces, and we'll all get some damn good...

Dhaea KangI first met Dhaea while she was performing at the CAU sponsored "Singing For Your Supper" series held on the first Tuesday of every month in the Act One Pub at Mayne Stage. I was, quite frankly enthralled by her strong performance and I immediately invited her to come record a Podcast. This is the result and I am sure you will agree with me that she is a joy to listen to.

Justin Yates joined us for Podcast and got to check out this young man's intensity first hand. Pretty amazing guitarist considering he is self taught. That combined with strong lyrics and a powerful voice is Justin in a nut shell. You can see him Live this Thursday November 6th at The Throne Room, 2831 N Broadway St, Chicago, Illinois 60614 along with Jake Foy and CAUDog Records artists Greg Jacks...

Andina Rich

American singer-songwriter Mendeleyev has been a lifelong lover of music. He started playing guitar when he was just three years old and continues to hold an unbreakable bond with the instrument. In grade school, he picked up instruments quickly and fervently, becoming quite skilled on piano, bass guitar, and drums. He played a multitude of these instruments in some bands in high school and won a...

The first time I heard Chris Bock was at our "Singing For Your Supper" concert series held in Mayne Stage's Act One Pub on the first Tuesday of every month. He was about the forth act that night and he made me stop eating dinner and pay attention to his music. I think you will see how he made that happen when you listen to his Podcast. He is also working with Victor Sanders on a CD, and working wi...

Be sure to make it to the Tonic Room 2447 N. Halstead this Friday October 3rd to see P.M. Buys along with Donnie Biggens, Chicago Farmer (Vinly Release), and Coyote Riot