Music Video of the Moment
Chicago’s very own Mannequin Men right here with their video for the song ‘Cream Rises’ off their latest release “Lose Your Illusion, Too” on Flameshovel Records.
John Mix #2 – 07/21/10»
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OK… Back by popular demand… here is my second John Mix For you of some of my favorite Chicago Punk that I’ve been listening to over the past couple months… and even some that I started playing over ten years ago when I started OKR. Since I have way [...]
John Mix #1 – 03/27/10»
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This is my latest John Mix of songs for everyone…. I get many questions on who I think impacted my life in music after doing OKR since 1997… and based upon my responses… some of my friends, listeners, and even some bands had never heard of whom I was [...]
OKR Local & Indie Podcast #12 – 02/18/10»
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Been a while since the last Local and Indie Podcast and I’ve got some great music for you!! Be sure to check out the shows posted on here as well!!!
Playlist:
Cougars – Scissitar!
Ha Ha Tonka – Walking on the Devil’s Backbone
The Blind Staggers – Looking West (Live)
Scott Lucas & The [...]
OKR Local & Indie Podcast #11 – 11/20/09»
Download Size (24.1 MB) | Duration: 52:03
Back once again after taking a little break from the podcast to get things together with the changes to the site for 2010… and also back because of all of you fans emailing me constantly to put up another podcast since you like coming to me to find out [...]
OKR Local & Indie Podcast #10 – 10/25/09»
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It’s that time of year again and I’ve decided to make a Local and Indie Podcast with some of my favorite Halloween songs mixed in for good measure!!
The Goldstars – Halloween Hell
Off their last digital only “Tasty Instrumentals”
Crocodiles – I Wanna Kill
Off the album “Summer of Hate”
A Place to Bury [...]
Punch The World Podcast – Episode 3»
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Welcome to Punch The World, A self-indulgent podcast told through independent music by Carly P.
Did you miss me? I missed you. It’s been way too long since we’ve punched the world together so I’m bringing you a double episode all about the rise and fall and…rise of this guy:
That’s [...]
OKR Local & Indie Podcast #9 – 9/15/09»
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Here are a few select bands I came across that are playing shows in the next couple weeks… check them out.
Tension Generation – Standing in Puddles
Off their “Youth Destroyer EP”
Direct Hit! – Failed Invasion
Off their “Number 3″
VEE DEE – Out Of My Skin
Off the album “Public Mental Health System”
Mannequin [...]
Kinda New, Kinda Weekly Podcast #2»
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Looks like I really mean “kinda” weekly…
Anyhow… This weeks session we’ve got some great new music, and a couple of old ones… Mostly because I was too lazy to actually do a podcast the past couple weeks the music has been piling – don’t get me wrong, there’s not hundreds [...]
OKR Interview – Haymarket Riot»
KEEP IN MIND OF THEIR SHOW WITH POLVO
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2009 – 9PM -
@ THE BOTTOM LOUNGE – CHICAGO, IL!!!!
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For all of you whom are not familiar with Haymarket Riot, I wouldn’t say it too loud or you might be looked at like your a dumb ass, here is a [...]
Dance Music For Yer Moms Podcast #1»
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Dance Music For Yer Moms
Featuring independent electronic bands I’ve been listening to recently (and one that isn’t an electronic band at all). Cooler than frosted tips with deep orange tans, but nowhere near as cool as those American Apparel bodysuits with v-neck mesh inlay panels…it’s easy listening dance music for [...]
The Arts of Life Summer Exhibition»
When my friend Kelli Becker contacted me about her involvement with The Arts of Life, she caught my attention about how this non-profit was making a positive impact on the lives of people with disabilities with the use of creativity… or in other words… ART!! Here are the details people… get your ass out to [...]
Top Ten Songs of 2009»
Sup fools! It’s list time. 2009 is already a distant memory which is fine by me – I spent most of it wanting to swim out into the Atlantic forever. Here are some of the songs that kept me sane.
10. Gliss – “Morning Light” off Devotion Implosion released by Cordless Recordings
9. brakesbrakesbrakes – “Two Shocks” [...]
R.I.P Alex Chilton»
Minding my own business and my phone lights up. It’s a facebook message from a friend of mine who says “R.I.P. Alex Chilton” – Dear Google, please prove him wrong. But no…
Alex Chilton of The Box Tops and Big Star passed away tonight…
Per Memphis Commerical Appeal his bandmate Jody Stephens confirmed rumors around 7PM. The [...]
…..May your shade be sweet- R.I.P. Mark Linkous 1962-2010»
This morning while reading an article on Yahoo of all the bad things that happened this week, I was shocked and incredibly sad to learn about the death of Mark Linkous from Sparklehorse. Buried at the end of an article that gives Chris Brown top billing for whining that no one is buying his records [...]
GAUGE REUNION SHOW – MARCH 6, 2010 – BOTTOM LOUNGE»
Chicago’s very own Gauge is back with a reunion show on Saturday, March 6th @ The Bottom Lounge… Click here for more info!!
This is the show you need to catch this weekend here in Chicago for all things that is great in music! Why?…
Chicago punk band Gauge played its final show in 1994, putting an [...]
Rock for Relief!»
This Friday we’ll see not only people giving back to the world, Haiti to be exact, but the way a community can come together in time of crisis and need. When the organizers of Rock for Relief, Chris and Jolene Leather, put the word out about their upcoming charity event they didn’t have to search [...]
MIDSTATES & THE CHOIR OF GHOSTS TWO FREE SHOWS!!!»
Midstates and the Choir of Ghosts have one hell of a week planned for us here in Chicago!
They’ve finally released their E.P. with some killer tracks – Click here to get it on I-Tunes!
Check it out
…….Jay Reatard dead at 29…»
It was released today to all of us that Memphis musician Jay Reatard (aka Jimmy Lee Lindsey Jr.) through his former label, Goner Records, that he died in his sleep.
Although more know for his explosive live performances… since 1998, Jay Reatard has been pumping out some great American garage punk from his work with bands [...]
Panther Style at Reggie’s Rock Club – Chicago, IL – December 30, 2009»
On December 30, 2009, Chicago-based Panther Style took the stage at Reggie’s Rock Club on S. State street as the second opening act for the self-proclaimed “Greatest Rock’n’Roll Band in the World”—The Supersuckers. Panther Style followed Coldcock Jones and the Shithawks, who got the crowd rockin’ with their own brand of in-your-face Southern rock. It [...]
Chicago Music News Brief»
For all those that frequent or visit the awesome Lincoln Square area of Chicago, there’s definitely some cool music tidbits happening.
The first is from Sad Brad Smith, the folk musician and Lincoln Square resident whose song “Help Yourself” is on the soundtrack to the new George Clooney movie Up in the Air. Not bad for [...]
Video Victory Friday 12.4.09»
Video Victory Friday! Yay!… Actually it’s 10.19PM and I nearly forgot about this new addition to OKR.
So this is winter… not quite yet though, right? I mean it’s only 28 degrees, that’s barely a Chicago mild winter day. But nonetheless, I’m not in the mood for noise or chaos or any of that nonsense. When [...]
Grooms at Ronny’s Bar – Chicago, IL – November 25, 2009»
Grooms at Ronny’s Bar – Chicago, IL
November 25, 2009
by Nick Lagger
This was my first time at Ronny’s, and when I walked into the dimly lit bar, all I could think was, “Man, this place literally smells like piss.” I was there to see Grooms, and luckily for me, the area where the bands play did [...]
Video Victory Friday»
It’s 7.56am and I’m tired as fuck. Spending the holiday weekend in Indiana can be draining. Seeing people you haven’t seen in 364 days – most likely for a good reason. Keep smiling, keep drinking and you’ll make it through.
But it’s Black Friday and it’s now 7.57am and I’m doing all I can to wake [...]
Live Brighton, MA»
Brighton, MA live @ Schubas: 2009
I’ve seen these guys live numerous times and each time they never fail to give an outstanding performance. This year Schubas invited them for their Monday night residency in which Brighton, MA graced the stage that has seen the talent of so many amazing musicians before them. Which is why [...]
Renegade Craft Fair, Chicago»
Renegade Craft Fair, Chicago
September 12 and 13, 2009 – On Division between Damen and Paulina St (in Wicker Park)
Who’s excited about Renegade Craft Fair this year?!? I am! I am!
Music, Handmade Goodness, Freebies and Raffles…. but mostly shopping handmade greatness. Over 300 vendors selling incredibly cool and cute items including plush items, jewelry, posters + [...]
