Car Con Carne

Jamie and Deb of Leo Graphics Chicago (4200 W. Diversey) join me for conversation and food from the remarkable Hermosa Restaurant (4356 W. Armitage). We’re joined by Hermosa Restaurant owner/visionary Ethan Lim. Ethan has built up Hermosa on his own terms, and his warmth and authenticity are present inside the space and in every bite he prepares. As we talk, we dig into the sandwiches that everyone is talking about: Hermosa’s Cambodian fried chicken sandwiches. Before you even listen or watch, take the time to order ahead and get one of them in your belly this week. This is a “top five” sandwich for Chicago; no exaggeration. Ethan’s story, history and perspectives are refreshing, and I think you’ll enjoy hearing what he has to say. As for the Leo Graphics team: Jamie and Deb are a blast to hang out with. We talked about their independent print shop business, which fuels and supports the local music community. They explain the process and economics behind their work in making record jackets (they share highlights from the likes of King Gizzard and Vortis), and the benefits of focusing on smaller-batch orders. They also shared examples of the work they do on physical records; if you’re watching the video version, you’ll love seeing what they did for artists like Naked Raygun and My Life With the Thrill Kill Kult. The Leo Graphics chat came to a crescendo when Jamie and Deb show what they brought for “show and tell”: Car Con Carne stickers of all sizes & a cool banner! They do fantastic work, and if you’re looking for print work: signs, album jackets, decals, drum heads, stickers … whatever … give them a shout! Jamie and Deb are also in 13 Monsters. If you see this in time, check them out at Cary’s Lounge (2251 W Devon Ave) on Saturday, May 11! Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ## The summer season at Ravinia kicks off next month… and there’s no place more comfortable to see outdoor shows. Load up your picnic basket and head to the show… or take advantage of some of Ravinia’s outstanding food options inside the park. Violent Femmes are set to do an album play of their debut album with the Chicago Philharmonic. It’s been hard for me to imagine stripped down songs like Gone Daddy Gone and Add It Up done with a classical collaboration. Get tickets and see the full schedule at ravinia.org. ## I want you to join my team! I’m training for the American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb at Soldier Field on May 19. Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicago and click “register as a team member.” From there, search “Car Con Carne” and get yourself signed up! Join me at Soldier Field. Let’s have some fun, do good and feel good. ## A smart home connects virtually all of the technology in your home. With an Easy Automation-installed smart home system, you and your family can control nearly every device and system in the house in ways that are easy and fun to use. Transform your living space with cutting-edge home automation. Experience seamless control over audio/video, lighting, climate, security, and more. Embrace the future of smart living – your home, your rules. Get a quote by visiting Easy-automation.net, or call Dan at 630.730.3728 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Her Head’s on Fire band members Jeff Dean (Guitars) and Rodrigo Palma (Bass) join me for veggie tacos at TBK Grill in Skokie. We talk about the differences between recording the new album, “Strange Desires” (out 5/17), and the previous release (College Rock & Clove Cigarettes). We also cover topics like the creative process, royalty in tacos, how to handle band personnel when more than one member share the same name and why all musicians in Chicago will end up in one of two camps. Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ## The summer season at Ravinia kicks off next month… and there’s no place more comfortable to see outdoor shows. I’ll see you in Highland Park next month for Robert Plant & Alison Krauss (6/12). JD McPherson’s opening that one. And then, I can’t even believe this is a thing… Violent Femmes are set to do an album play of their debut album with the Chicago Philharmonic. It’s been hard for me to imagine stripped down songs like Gone Daddy Gone and Add It Up done with a classical collaboration. Get tickets and see the full schedule at ravinia.org. ## I want you to join my team! I’m training for the American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb at Soldier Field on May 19. Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicago and click “register as a team member.” From there, search “Car Con Carne” and get yourself signed up! Join me at Soldier Field. Let’s have some fun, do good and feel good. ## A smart home connects virtually all of the technology in your home. With an Easy Automation-installed smart home system, you and your family can control nearly every device and system in the house in ways that are easy and fun to use. Transform your living space with cutting-edge home automation. Experience seamless control over audio/video, lighting, climate, security, and more. Embrace the future of smart living – your home, your rules. Get a quote by visiting Easy-automation.net, or call Dan at 630.730.3728 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dennies join me for delicious food from Taco Mucho ( (220 Harrison, Oak Park) as I’m parked outside longtime local favorite record store Val’s halla Records. We talk about the recently-released “It All Fades to Grey,” how the band started, and what happens next (since they’re all in high school). Also… who knew high school kids in 2024 could be Steely Dan die-hards? Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ## I want you to join my team! I’m training for the American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb at Soldier Field on May 19. Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicago and click “register as a team member.” From there, search “Car Con Carne” and get yourself signed up! Join me at Soldier Field. Let’s have some fun, do good and feel good. ## You and I both love music. It’s the soundtrack to where we live. Imagine music playing in any room you want… or every room. Having your favorite streaming sources available anywhere in your home. Easy Automation makes it all easy… integrating into your smart home system. How easy? Dan will tell you. Give him a call at 630-730-3728. Or get more information at easy-automation.net ## The summer season at Ravinia kicks off next month… and there’s no place more comfortable to see outdoor shows. I’ll see you in Highland Park next month for Robert Plant & Alison Krauss (6/12). JD McPherson’s opening that one. And then, I can’t even believe this is a thing… Violent Femmes are set to do an album play of their debut album with the Chicago Philharmonic. It’s been hard for me to imagine stripped down songs like Gone Daddy Gone and Add It Up done with a classical collaboration. Get tickets and see the full schedule at ravinia.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I visited Goose Island Beer Co.’s soon-to-open Salt Shed Pub (1357 N. Elston) on what turned out to be a perfect night for having a 312 on the river. Let’s get this out of the way: Goose has found the perfect location and built the perfect brewpub. Located behind Salt Shed and along the Chicago River, Salt Shed Pub is now the go-to for before/after concert drinks and light bites, as well as day drinking in full view of the Chicago skyline. Goose Island President Todd Ahsmann jumped in the car to talk about the new location and Goose Island’s long history in Chicago as we ate one of the best smashburgers I’ve ever had (credit to Executive Chef Henry Pariser). Note: The smashburgers are on the Salt Shed Pub menu. Do yourself a favor… Goose Island Brewing’s Salt Shed Pub officially opens May 3, 2024. Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ## I want you to join my team! I’m training for the American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb at Soldier Field on May 19. Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicago and click “register as a team member.” From there, search “Car Con Carne” and get yourself signed up! Join me at Soldier Field. Let’s have some fun, do good and feel good. ## You and I both love music. It’s the soundtrack to where we live. Imagine music playing in any room you want… or every room. Having your favorite streaming sources available anywhere in your home. Easy Automation makes it all easy… integrating into your smart home system. How easy? Dan will tell you. Give him a call at 630-730-3728. Or get more information at easy-automation.net See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam and the Metal Hawks (Adam Ezegelian, Johnny Barry, Ryan Daversa, Griffin McCarthy) joined me before their in-store appearance at Loud Pizza Records (716 Central Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035) to talk about their viral video history, Jack Black, rock music and the new(ish) original album, “Hurry Up And Wait” Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ## I want you to join my team! I’m training for the American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb at Soldier Field on May 19. Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicago and click “register as a team member.” From there, search “Car Con Carne” and get yourself signed up! Join me at Soldier Field. Let’s have some fun, do good and feel good. ## Safety and security are things you and I want, need and expect. What if you could always come home to a well-lighted house knowing that you and everyone inside were safe? Or know that the package you were waiting on was delivered and secured. Embrace the future of smart living. Empower your home with intuitive control. Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Metal Machine Muzak” is a reimagining of Lou Reed’s infamous Metal Machine Music album, curated and released by Dave Gebroe, creator and host of the Discograffiti podcast. Dave and “Metal Machine Muzak” contributor Lou Barlow (Folk Implosion, Sebadoh, Dinosaur Jr.) join me to talk about the tribute (available May 3, only on the Discograffiti Patreon - http://www.patreon.com/discograffiti). Also included on the tribute: Cory Hanson (Wand), Mark Robinson (Unrest, Teenbeat Records founder) and W Cullen Hart (Olivia Tremor Control, co-founder Elephant 6 Recording Company). I start with the obvious question: “Is ‘Metal Machine Music’... good?” Music fans will love this episode. Dave’s a music obsessive and student of rock and roll. Lou Barlow is nothing short of an indie rock legend. Our hour-long conversation absolutely flew by. Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ## I want you to join my team! I’m training for the American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb at Soldier Field on May 19. Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicago and click “register as a team member.” From there, search “Car Con Carne” and get yourself signed up! Join me at Soldier Field. Let’s have some fun, do good and feel good. ## Safety and security are things you and I want, need and expect. What if you could always come home to a well-lighted house knowing that you and everyone inside were safe? Or know that the package you were waiting on was delivered and secured. Embrace the future of smart living. Empower your home with intuitive control. Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John and Maria from gothpop duo clubdrugs join me for tacos as we talk about their super cool band (they seriously sound amazing). We also discussed our shared interest in all things horror, and basically made plans to do this again in October at a haunted house. Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ## I want you to join my team! I’m training for the American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb at Soldier Field on May 19. Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicago and click “register as a team member.” From there, search “Car Con Carne” and get yourself signed up! Join me at Soldier Field. Let’s have some fun, do good and feel good. ## Safety and security are things you and I want, need and expect. What if you could always come home to a well-lighted house knowing that you and everyone inside were safe? Or know that the package you were waiting on was delivered and secured. Embrace the future of smart living. Empower your home with intuitive control. Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ott Evestus of Estonian industrial band Evestus joins me for a virtual chat from across the globe to talk about the new album (“Post Hate Teen Depression), industrial influences, coming out of a coma (!) and the looming specter of Russia on Estonian culture. Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ## I want you to join my team! I’m training for the American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb at Soldier Field on May 19. Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicago and click “register as a team member.” From there, search “Car Con Carne” and get yourself signed up! Join me at Soldier Field. Let’s have some fun, do good and feel good. ## Safety and security are things you and I want, need and expect. What if you could always come home to a well-lighted house knowing that you and everyone inside were safe? Or know that the package you were waiting on was delivered and secured. Embrace the future of smart living. Empower your home with intuitive control. Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stiff Little Fingers hits the road for their final U.S. tour next month, and that run will find the band at Metro on Friday May 10. The legendary Irish band was there at the beginning of punk rock, burning bright for six years before breaking up (eventually restarting in 1987). Stiff Little Fingers frontman Jake Burns joined me virtually for this chat that covers everything from the beginnings of the band through today. Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ## I want you to join my team! I’m training for the American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb at Soldier Field on May 19. Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicago and click “register as a team member.” From there, search “Car Con Carne” and get yourself signed up! Join me at Soldier Field. Let’s have some fun, do good and feel good. ## Safety and security are things you and I want, need and expect. What if you could always come home to a well-lighted house knowing that you and everyone inside were safe? Or know that the package you were waiting on was delivered and secured. Embrace the future of smart living. Empower your home with intuitive control. Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shortly after the release of the self-titled debut from Deep Tunnel Project, returning guest John Mohr comes on Car Con Carne to talk about it. Besides John, the band is rounded out by: Mike Greenless (TAR) Jeff Dean (lots of things) Tim Midyett (Silkworm) We dive into the album at length during our chat. Also, if you have a “Chicago musician bingo card,” enough names get mentioned that you may walk away with a bingo just from listening to this episode. John explains what the Deep Tunnel Project is in Chicago and how it ties into the band’s aesthetic approach. As we chat on a rainy Thursday night, we enjoy Chicago dogs from Herm’s Palace in Skokie (3406 Dempster St.). See Deep Tunnel Project play a FREE in-store at Tone Deaf Records (4356 N. Milwaukee) on 5/11 at 3 p.m! Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ## I want you to join my team! I’m training for the American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb at Soldier Field on May 19. Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicago and click “register as a team member.” From there, search “Car Con Carne” and get yourself signed up! Join me at Soldier Field. Let’s have some fun, do good and feel good. ## Imagine this… after a night out, you pull into your driveway. The garage light comes on. You open the door to the mudroom. The light comes on. Walking into the house, the kitchen light comes on. Spotify comes alive with your favorite playlist. …maybe it’s not loud enough. One button from your phone or tablet cranks it up. Your home is in sync with you. That’s what easy automation means. Experience seamless control over it all. Get a quote by visiting easy-automation.net, or give Dan a call at 630-730-3728. ## See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago noise rock band Masonic Wave joined me for a chat outside Estelle’s (2013 North Avenue). Bruce Lamont (vocals), Fritz Doreza (bass), Clayton DeMuth (drums) and Scott Spidale (guitar) talked about the new self-titled album, the band’s evolution, their other bands and the release show at Live Wire (4/13/24). Thanks to Estelle’s (2013 North Avenue/Wicker Park) for the fantastic food (Big Beefy FTW). Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ## I want you to join my team! I’m training for the American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb at Soldier Field on May 19. Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicago and click “register as a team member.” From there, search “Car Con Carne” and get yourself signed up! Join me at Soldier Field. Let’s have some fun, do good and feel good. ## Safety and security are things you and I want, need and expect. What if you could always come home to a well-lighted house knowing that you and everyone inside were safe? Or know that the package you were waiting on was delivered and secured. Embrace the future of smart living. Empower your home with intuitive control. Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reed’s Local (3017 W. Belmont) hits its 10th anniversary mark on April 10. To celebrate, owners Melissa and Joel jumped in the car to talk about its relationship to the Avondale neighborhood, how the bar was launched, whether “dive bar” is a negative term, and the upcoming REED’S FEST: 4/25 (TH) - Reverse Cowboys, VInny, Cartoon Graveyard, The Basement Party 4/26 (FR) Watermelon, Everyday Specials, Headless Honchos, Of Ghosts & Dust 4/27 (S) - Flesh Panthers, Miniskirt, Olivia and the Lovers, Speed Babes 4/28 (Su) - Philip Hunger, Gavin Ellis, Chase Your Tail, The Road Soda Reed’s Local is a classic, old school, neighborhood Chicago bar. No pretense. No bullshit. Just nice people. Stop by for a Hamms & Old Crow ($4) soon. Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ## I want you to join my team! I’m training for the American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb at Soldier Field on May 19. Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicago and click “register as a team member.” From there, search “Car Con Carne” and get yourself signed up! Join me at Soldier Field. Let’s have some fun, do good and feel good. ## Safety and security are things you and I want, need and expect. What if you could always come home to a well-lighted house knowing that you and everyone inside were safe? Or know that the package you were waiting on was delivered and secured. Embrace the future of smart living. Empower your home with intuitive control. Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With their fantastic new EP, “End Transmission,” out Friday, East Moon members Jacob, Tera and Santi met me outside the Burlington for a highly enjoyable interview. Make a point of seeing the band at Burlington on April 12! To help the conversation along, we got a personal delivery of Bad Channel macarons. Horror movie-themed macarons? Only in Chicago. (Get ‘em at the Brewed.) Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ## I want you to join my team! I’m training for the American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb at Soldier Field on May 19. Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicago and click “register as a team member.” From there, search “Car Con Carne” and get yourself signed up! Join me at Soldier Field. Let’s have some fun, do good and feel good. ## Safety and security are things you and I want, need and expect. What if you could always come home to a well-lighted house knowing that you and everyone inside were safe? Or know that the package you were waiting on was delivered and secured. Embrace the future of smart living. Empower your home with intuitive control. Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jared Rabin’s songwriting talent scored him the Grand Prize at the 2023 John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Beyond that, you’ve likely seen or heard him mentioned by American Songwriter, Bluegrass Today, NPR and more. As he gets ready to play Madame Zuzu’s Acoustic Brunch on April 7 and SPACE (opening for John Hiatt) on May 6, we met outside Zuzu’s to talk about his songwriting and career. Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ****** I’m teaming up with the American Lung Association to help them save lives! I’ve committed to climbing the steps at Soldier Field for the Fight For Air climb. And you can be part of my team. I’m raising funds for the cause… so please help! People of all ages and fitness levels climb the stairs to raise awareness and money to end lung disease. I hope you’ll join me and help, because… when you can’t breathe, nothing else matters. Sign up for my team! Donate to the American Lung Association! Join me for the Chicago Fight for Air Climb Sunday, May 19, at Soldier Field! Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicagoland, and mention Car Con Carne! **** A smart home connects virtually all of the technology in your home. With an Easy Automation-installed smart home system, you and your family can control nearly every device and system in the house in ways that are easy and fun to use. Experience seamless control over audio/video, lighting, climate, security, and more. Embrace the future of smart living – your home, your rules. Get a quote by visiting Easy-automation.net, or call Dan at 630.730.3728 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle Sines, Adele Nicholas and Rachael Farinella of Impulsive Hearts make a run to the border with me, as we do an interview outside the Taco Bell in Avondale. As the third full-length, “Fit 4 the Apocalypse,” is about to be released (with a release show at Liar’s Club on 4/4/24), we talked about: *The band’s evolution across the three albums *The joys of Taco Bell, and the chain’s commitment and loyalty to Mountain Dew products. *The occasionally-biting details behind some of the lyrics on the new album. *The Motown influence on Impulsive Hearts. *The unlikely story of how Rachael joined the band. Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ****** I’m teaming up with the American Lung Association to help them save lives! I’ve committed to climbing the steps at Soldier Field for the Fight For Air climb. And you can be part of my team. I’m raising funds for the cause… so please help! People of all ages and fitness levels climb the stairs to raise awareness and money to end lung disease. I hope you’ll join me and help, because… when you can’t breathe, nothing else matters. Sign up for my team! Donate to the American Lung Association! Join me for the Chicago Fight for Air Climb Sunday, May 19, at Soldier Field! Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicagoland, and mention Car Con Carne! **** A smart home connects virtually all of the technology in your home. With an Easy Automation-installed smart home system, you and your family can control nearly every device and system in the house in ways that are easy and fun to use. Transform your living space with cutting-edge home automation. Experience seamless control over audio/video, lighting, climate, security, and more. Embrace the future of smart living – your home, your rules. Get a quote by visiting Easy-automation.net, or call Dan at 630.730.3728 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For this episode, I’m joined by Jim Marcus (Die Warzau, Go Fight), Karen Righeimer (Bellhead) and David Schock (concert promoter). All of them are involved with “Thrashnetic - The Josh Russo Memorial Benefit for Mental Health Awareness and Suicide Prevention,” happening Saturday, April 6, from 4-11 p.m. at X-Ray Arcade in Milwaukee. Check out this line-up: GoFight (with Sapphira Vee) Hate Dept. Cyanotic Klack Bellhead am.psych Subspace I haven’t interviewed Jim since long before Car Con Carne existed (over 10 years ago), and this is also a first time for David. Karen’s a returning favorite. Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ****** I’m teaming up with the American Lung Association to help them save lives! I’ve committed to climbing the steps at Soldier Field for the Fight For Air climb. And you can be part of my team. I’m raising funds for the cause… so please help! People of all ages and fitness levels climb the stairs to raise awareness and money to end lung disease. I hope you’ll join me and help, because… when you can’t breathe, nothing else matters. Sign up for my team! Donate to the American Lung Association! Join me for the Chicago Fight for Air Climb Sunday, May 19, at Soldier Field! Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicagoland, and mention Car Con Carne! *** A smart home connects virtually all of the technology in your home. With an Easy Automation-installed smart home system, you and your family can control nearly every device and system in the house in ways that are easy and fun to use. Transform your living space with cutting-edge home automation. Experience seamless control over audio/video, lighting, climate, security, and more. Embrace the future of smart living – your home, your rules. Get a quote by visiting Easy-automation.net, or call Dan at 630.730.3728 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singer/songwriter Rachel Drew joins me for falafel and hummus at Pita Inn (Skokie) as we talk about her new release, “Old Sky New,” and preview her upcoming show at Fitzgerald’s (3/28). Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ****** I’m teaming up with the American Lung Association to help them save lives! I’ve committed to climbing the steps at Soldier Field for the Fight For Air climb. And you can be part of my team. I’m raising funds for the cause… so please help! People of all ages and fitness levels climb the stairs to raise awareness and money to end lung disease. I hope you’ll join me and help, because… when you can’t breathe, nothing else matters. Sign up for my team! Donate to the American Lung Association! Join me for the Chicago Fight for Air Climb Sunday, May 19, at Soldier Field! Go to fightforairclimb.org/chicagoland, and mention Car Con Carne! **** A smart home connects virtually all of the technology in your home. With an Easy Automation-installed smart home system, you and your family can control nearly every device and system in the house in ways that are easy and fun to use. Transform your living space with cutting-edge home automation. Experience seamless control over audio/video, lighting, climate, security, and more. Embrace the future of smart living – your home, your rules. Get a quote by visiting Easy-automation.net, or call Dan at 630.730.3728 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guitarist Nigel Pulsford earned his reputation as a lead guitarist through his years in Bush. He was there through the “hitmaking years” for the band, performing on the first four albums (Sixteen Stone, Razorblade Suitcase, The Science of Things, Golden State). We talked at length about his recent(ish) solo album, “Losing Track” (streaming everywhere), as well as: *The Bush years: the whirlwind first album cycle, debuting at #1 with “Razorblade Suitcase” and the shifting cultural tides that met “The Science of Things’ and “Golden State.” *Playing the first Q101 Jamboree (along with Collective Soul, Sponge, Flaming Lips, Duran Duran, Faith No More, Sheryl Crow, KMFDM and Stone Roses!). *Chicago memories *Nigel’s first concert *Lots of nerdy music stuff! Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ****** I’m teaming up with the American Lung Association to help them save lives! I’ve committed to climbing the steps at Soldier Field for the Fight For Air climb. People of all ages and fitness levels climb the stairs to raise awareness and money to end lung disease. I hope you’ll join me and help, because… when you can’t breathe, nothing else matters. Chicago Fight For Air Climbfightforairclimb.org/chicagolandCARNESee you on the stairs! **** A smart home connects virtually all of the technology in your home. With an Easy Automation-installed smart home system, you and your family can control nearly every device and system in the house in ways that are easy and fun to use. Transform your living space with cutting-edge home automation. Experience seamless control over audio/video, lighting, climate, security, and more. Embrace the future of smart living – your home, your rules. Get a quote by visiting Easy-automation.net, or call Dan at 630.730.3728 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Car Con Blarney! Tony Duggins, Aaron Duggins and Mike Pawla joined us for a chat from Million Yen Studios on Chicago’s Northwest Side. (Thanks to Andy Gerber for the hospitality.) In advance of the Tossers’ annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Metro. The show’s happening on Saturday 3/16 with openers Scott Lucas & The Married Men, Totally Cashed and The Chancers. Covered in this episode: *“I’m just trying to impress my parents by doing this.” *The challenges of bringing the band together to do literally anything *”LESS JAW, MORE PAW!” *Beer *31 years and counting… what does the future look like for the Tossers? *The long shadow the Tossers have cast on Celtic-infused modern music *The Tossers and Chicago This was an episode many years in the making. Thanks to the Tossers for being part of it! Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ****** I’m teaming up with the American Lung Association to help them save lives! I’ve committed to climbing the steps at Soldier Field for the Fight For Air climb. People of all ages and fitness levels climb the stairs to raise awareness and money to end lung disease. I hope you’ll join me and help, because… when you can’t breathe, nothing else matters. Chicago Fight For Air Climb fightforairclimb.org/chicagolandCARNESee you on the stairs! **** A smart home connects virtually all of the technology in your home. With an Easy Automation-installed smart home system, you and your family can control nearly every device and system in the house in ways that are easy and fun to use. Transform your living space with cutting-edge home automation. Experience seamless control over audio/video, lighting, climate, security, and more. Embrace the future of smart living – your home, your rules. Get a quote by visiting Easy-automation.net, or call Dan at 630.730.3728 d See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cinephile Stephanie Sack returns to the podcast to promote cool, non-mainstream, movie events for you to check out in March! Car Con Carne (a Q101 podcast) is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit Alex Ross on YouTube (@TheAlexRossArt) to keep up to date with one of the comics industry's most important and celebrated creators. ****** I’m teaming up with the American Lung Association to help them save lives! I’ve committed to climbing the tallest building in the suburbs (Oakbrook Terrace Tower) and Soldier Field for the Fight For Air climbs. The Oakbrook Terrace Tower climb is THIS SUNDAY!!! People of all ages and fitness levels climb the stairs to raise awareness and money to end lung disease. I hope you’ll join me and help, because… when you can’t breathe, nothing else matters. *Sunday, March 10th . *This indoor experience is customizable, giving climbers the choice to go up the 30-floor stairwell once, twice, or 3 times. *Get yourself registered: fightforairclimb.org/chicagoland. *Take money off! The Lung Association is giving $10 off your registration when you enter code CARNE at checkout. See you on the stairs! **** A smart home connects virtually all of the technology in your home. With an Easy Automation-installed smart home system, you and your family can control nearly every device and system in the house in ways that are easy and fun to use. Transform your living space with cutting-edge home automation. Experience seamless control over audio/video, lighting, climate, security, and more. Embrace the future of smart living – your home, your rules. Get a quote by visiting Easy-automation.net, or call Dan at 630.730.3728 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.