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Episode 119: Cheap Chicago Concerts

We start 2025 off working on one of our goals for the year, see more cheap shows around Chicago. So, over the first weekend of the year we were able to catch two shows for only $15 each. No fees, just $15 at the door. For the first, we saw a Zeppelin tribute band, Kashmir, at Reggies. The second saw us checking out a venue for the first time, Live Wire Lounge. The show was headlined by Wraith, with support from Traitor and Chemical Dependency. Regardless of our thoughts on each show, it was a killer weekend of shows. At only $15 a pop!

Episode 118: Uncasted Shows - 2024

In 2024 we saw more shows than we ever have in a single year, 67 shows in total. That's more than one a week. While a few of our episodes did cover more than one show, we did not do a Podcast on every show. In this episode we briefly recall each of these uncasted shows. At least we recall what we can, in some cases it's not a whole lot. In others, there were some fun moments we almost forgot.

Episode 117: Year End Review - 2024

With 2024 in the books, we can look back and reflect on the year that was. Again, we saw more shows than ever in a single year. We discovered some amazing new music, and met many beautiful kind souls along the way. We saw new places and new acts in killer new venues. We did this all while pursuing one of our biggest loves, music. Happy New Year and let's hope for an even better 2025!
 
Concert Setlist Playlist (2024):
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/785lDYbr2XemCKBG2qLV53?si=b2860e515d0f496f 
Concert Setlist Playlist (2023): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5EA7vhe7eOcgTWUkkrYObD?si=8ba09f1f335b489c
Concert Setlist Playlist (2022): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4bAn2cg15hzyArXLXjQ2gQ?si=59c4058b410046c8

Episode 116: Trans-Siberian Orchestra (The Lost Christmas Eve)

Music is a huge part of Christmas and the holiday season. Everyone knows the classics and everyone has their own favorites. The Trans-Siberian Orchestra introduced their take on some of these classics, with some of their own music too, nearly 30 years ago. Their show and music instantly became a holiday tradition for many people. For us, it has been a show we have wanted to see almost as long as the group has been together. This year we finally made it to a show. But will it become a must see holiday performance for us? Join us to find out.

Episode 115: Decibel Denver Metal And Beer - 2024

Beer and music go hand and hand. Unless - of course you don't drink. In that case you can just enjoy killer music. That's just what Decibel offers twice a year when they meld two great types of festivals into one. Join us as we look at our time at the 2024 edition of Decibel’s Metal and Beer fest.

Episode 114: Dance With The Dead

We return again to the Subterranean for a vastly different show. The first time we were here, just a month earlier, was for a hardcore show. This time it was for some metal infused darksynth with a little electronic pop. While we knew what we were getting ourselves into with Dance With The Dead, their opener, Korine, was a surprise for sure.

Episode 113: Hatebreed's 30th Anniversary

When Hatebreed announced their 30th anniversary tour, Chicago was left off the list. At first we were a little disappointed, but then we calmed down because we would be able to see them at MKE Metal Fest. Sure not quite as good as seeing them at their own headlining show, but at least we got to see them and help celebrate 30 amazing years. However, at MKE Metal Fest, Jasta announced that two more shows were added to the 30th anniversary tour; Green Bay and Chicago. So yeah, we were going to try and make this work. Not only did we get to celebrate Hatebreed with the other fans, we also got to celebrate with two new bands, Crypta and Harm’s Way. Of course the gents from across the pond, Carcass, were also joining in on the celebration. 

Episode 112: Dying Wish

We made it to yet another show for a band from both the OG Headbangers boat and Jasta’s first MKE Metal Fest, Dying Wish. Since both of these killer fests, Dying Wish has been through Chicago a number of times, and we just miss out every time. This time though at Subterranean… Well the show sold out too. But! There was a second show added that we were able to get tickets to. With Dying Wish we got to see Outta Pocket, Balmora, Combust, and headlining the second night Pain of Truth. Not only was this our first show at Subterranean, it was also our first Hardcore only show, and both would leave a lasting impression on us.

Episode 111: Gatecreeper

After seeing Gatecreeper a number of times at festivals, we finally got an opportunity to see them on their own headlining tour. Supporting Gatecreeper on this journey we had Frozen Soul and Worm. While the music was great this was one show where the crowd energy and pit took us out of the show some.

Episode 110: Headbangers Boat 2024 - Part 2

Here in part two we wrap up our experience on the 2024 lamb of god Headbangers boat. On the last few days of the cruise we were able to catch some great sets and some fun Halloween pits. In this episode we also take a look at some loot we found and just give our overall final impressions of the journey. With all of the schedule and line up changes how will this compare to last year's ship? And of course, what about next year?