We gave you a sneak peek at the new album from New Pornagrapher A.C. Newman a few weeks ago, but you can hear the whole thing at The Empty Bottle this Saturday. There's a listening party there from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. and there is no cover. What's better than a free event with a great soundtrack? FREE BEER! Yup, RSVP ahead of time for an open bar of canned beers including PBR, Schlitz, and American Pale Ale. more ›

AC Newman isn't appearing in Chicago until March 25 at the Logan Square Auditorium, but the the head wrangler of The New Pornographers' second solo album hits us next month. Get Guilty's edges are charmingly rougher than the shiny sweet pop of Newman's other ensemble, but the hooks are all there. Man are they. Here's a taste of what you can expect ... and it's not even one of the strongest tracks on the album! more ›