On Saturday, I went down to Cobra Lounge to see Deal’s Gone Bad. It had been a while, so I was super stoked. They played all the hits and put on a great show. As I was walking out, trying to find Blake, I see this bearded guy who looked really familiar. I then realized it was Kyle Kinane, one of my favorite stand up comedians ever. He was in the middle of talking to someone, so I hung back for a bit.
When he turned around, I kinda freaked and was like, “HI. Can I get your autograph??” and handed him an IHOP receipt and a pen. He (drunkenly) said, “My autograph? That’s kinda weird. Don’t you want to hang out or something?” to which I said, “Yeah, but maybe next time when I’m not freaking out.” He noticed I was wearing my Metro hoodie and we talked about the venue for a bit, then talked about how he’s working putting together the comedy portion for Fest in October. I’m so stoked on it.
Coolest dude. I don’t really freak out over meeting musicians, but apparently comedians are a different story. I still can’t believe it. Best night.
Arghhhh.
Tickets I need to buy:
- Amy Schumer
- Mike Birbiglia
- Against Me!
- Deal’s Gone Bad
- Bailiff
Mike’s is definitely the most expensive, but he’s one of my favorite stand up comedians, so it’d be worth it.
Brokebrokebrokebrokebroke
I get chills every time I listen to this band. My god.
Come out to Double Door (1572 N. Milwaukee Ave) tonight as members of Local H, AM Taxi, The Last Vegas, Company of Thieves, Deal’s Gone Bad, and The Rebel Angels perform songs from the late greats Otis Redding, Dee Dee Ramone, and Marc Bolan as a birthday tribute.
Doors at 8:30PM, show at 9. This is a free, 21+ event.
This is gonna be awesome. Soul and punk. Mmm.
List 10 musical artists you like, in no specific order (do this before reading the questions below)
- Fake Problems
- The Gaslight Anthem
- Against Me!
- Deal’s Gone Bad
- AM Taxi
- Allister
- Frank Turner
- Steel Train
- White Wives
- State & Madison
What is the first song you heard by number 6?
“Somewhere Down On Fullerton”
What is your favorite song by number 8?
“Firecracker”
What is your favorite lyric(s) of number 5?
“They sing it back ‘cause we let ‘em know that we mean it / Eyes glow in the darkest rooms and I’ve seen it / I’ve been the one down in the front believing, believing / You were the one / You knew the songs I needed.”
What song by 3 makes you happy?
“Don’t Lose Touch.” I lose my mind whenever I hear this song.
When did you first get into 2?
In like 2008, I think. I heard them on Crash Test Radio on Q101. Thanks, Ryan and Kevin!
How did you get into 3?
I think that was another one of Kevin Manno’s doings.
What is your favorite song by number 4?
So many to choose from. I’m gonna go with “Things Are Gonna Get Better.”
How many times have you seen number 9 live?
Once. I always missed them whenever they came through, so I cleared my schedule to make sure I saw them on the Tigers Jaw tour. They’re so great. Gonna see them again in a month when they open for AWOLNATION.
What is your favorite song of 1?
“Diamond Rings”
How did you become a fan of number 10?
Saw them open for Treaty of Paris in 2007.
How long have you known 9?
About a year, when their tour with Lawrence Arms and AM Taxi was announced.
Top 5 favorite songs by 5?
“Shake, Rattle, & Stall”
“Charissa”
“Maps and Medicine”
“Paper Covers Rock”
“Maydays and Rosaries”
What’s your favorite album by 1?
Real Ghosts Caught On Tape
What is one of 7’s best songs?
“Nashville, Tennessee.” Simple and perfect.
How many times have you seen number 2 live?
Once, acoustic. GUHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH.
Which number have you known the longest?
6. About seven or eight years.
What’s your favorite song by number 9?
“Hallelujah, I’m Mourning”
Saw one of my favorite locals tonight, Deal’s Gone Bad.
Reggae + Ska + Rocksteady + Soul is the perfect combo.
Can’t wait for the new stuff to drop.
