WLUW Auctions Albini

By Scott Smith in Arts & Entertainment on Sep 6, 2006 3:29PM

If you’ve ever wanted to get into Steve Albini’s pants, now’s your chance.

Now that it’s put the wraps on its fiscal year, WLUW is auctioning off one last round of rock star items. Though not exactly the cuddliest member of Chicago’s rock cognoscenti, Albini happily (we’re assuming) donated various items from his personal stash, including a pair of Levi’s 501 jeans that he had tailored to fit his Big Black ass. Sadly, you probably won't have them for this weekend's Touch and Go party, but that's for the best. You shouldn't go to a show wearing the T-shirt of the band you're watching, and you definitely shouldn't be wearing pants once owned by a member of the band (but do make sure you are wearing pants of some kind).

We must admit to a fair amount of jealousy here. If the auction description is to be believed, Albini was able to wear these jeans from 1981 to 1994. Apparently, a rock and roll lifestyle keeps one in much better shape than spending your days making smart-assed comments on a website.

For those of you not wishing to get that close to Albini’s bits, you can also bid on a personalized voice mail recording from him. Also in the auction are some original drawings from Jay Ryan that were used to create posters for the Decemberists and Wolf Parade.