Innovative UK guitarist Richard Thompson performs a solo acoustic number in this parlor video from his controversial new(ish) CD "Sweet Warrior" on Amazon.com.

Go see Loudon Wainwright before the current political situation makes you want to end it all!


Loudon Wainwright III with special guest Lucy Roche

Saturday, September 22, 2007
7:00 PM & 10:00 PM
Gary and Laura Maurer Concert Hall :: 4544 N Lincoln Ave.

Jorma Kaukonen and Friends perform "Operator" from American Beauty

Though this video is seven minutes long, there's a wonderful minute or two with Jorma in which he describes the quirky, creative and innovative approach to traditional American songcraft that makes the Dead's old-time songs both interesting and attractive to old-time pickers.

Mighty Fine Old Town School Gala

50 Years In Chicago | Concerts & Events – Old Town School

Join in celebrating the Old Town School's 50th Anniversary -- and help provide vital support for the School's education, scholarship, performance and outreach programs -- with this once-in-a-lifetime concert at the historic Auditorium Theatre.

Oak Park Arms Update

Bob Lopardo reports that performances are continuing on a once-a-month-ish basis at the Oak Park Arms. The next date is Sat, Sep 15th. Music begins at 9:00 am and continues through about noon.