We won't go into length about how much we enjoy local act Lasers And Fast And Shit. You can read our original post extolling their virtues wherein we said, among other things: more ›

We've already covered quite a bit going on this weekend in Chicago, but if you're looking for something a little more literary-minded, we highly recommend the release party for Susannah Felt's new bookThis Will Go Down On Your Permanent Record, happening this Sunday at The Hideout. If Felt's name sounds familiar, that's because she spent several years writing for such publications as the Chicago Reader (pre-takeover) and Time Out Chicago. She now resides in sunny Birmingham, Alabama, but is back in town to promote the release of the book. We haven't gotten a chance to check the book out yet, but judging from the excerpt, it's one we'll definitely be picking up soon. more ›

We find oddball things to on the weekend very intriguing. We have some normal and some not so normal events for you today. Chiefly, we are referencing going to a bar to watch 40 people compete in a guitar video game at a bar. As always feel free to add more events in the comments section. more ›

Though Chicago has plenty of venues that nurture independent film (Chicago Filmmakers, Block Cinema, and Facets to name a few), there aren't as many resources available to help you get the damn thing made in the first place. more ›

Ever hear of a pumpkin whoopie pie? Neither had we, until we got a note in the mail from Land Grant College Review editor Richard Benjamin, who describes the apparent treats as "cream cheese frosting between pumpkin cookies." He'll be bringing some with him tomorrow for the first-ever Chicago release party of the LGCR at Estelle's--and giving them away for free! We have to say, we're both intrigued and a little bit skeptical. Pumpkin confections, if done properly, can be a delight - spicy, creamy, sweet; overwhelming and dull if not. more ›

While the recent Band Aid 20 single did little more than make most Americans say “Wait…Bob Geldof’s still alive?”, music is often the best way to people's hearts, minds and--most importantly: wallets. As private donations to various relief efforts in this country have topped more than $200 million, several local music venues have started efforts to assist those in need. HotHouse in the South Loop leads the pack with a pair of benefit shows. No... more ›