Podcast appearances and mentions of joe shanahan

Lorri Francis was there. She doesn't remember a lot of it, but she WAS there. On this episode we talk to one of Chicago's great movers and shakers and connectors about Medusa's, the Rock Room, Cubby Bear, Double Door, G.G. Allin's chair upholstery, Rights Of The Accused, Death Angel, Gabe's tattoo, the P.P.P., whippets, the continuing saga of Zoetrope, Mark Stephens, Tom Popp, Joe Shanahan, Wrigleyville Tap, The Rolling Stones, Richard Ashcroft, D.D. Halloween shows, Nirvana hatred, and Jesus Christ LIFE MOVES FAST!!! As usual, we had a great time catching up (and trying to KEEP up) with the great Lorri Francis. We love you!

Joe and Lori talk the election results and how music and the Nov 22nd party at Metro will empower our House Music Community. Joe Shanahan began his journey in artistic propriety as a Columbia College graduate with a keen ear for the underground music shaking Chicago's musical core. Shanahan spent his post-collegiate years trekking to New York and London to experience the happenings redefining the global arts community. He returned with an “act local, think global” business philosophy and an urge to fill the void in his home city's art scene. Shanahan began throwing fringe gatherings in his loft, but soon the crowds, and his ambition, grew too large for the space. LEARN MORE ABOUT HIS STORY AND HIS IMPACT ON HOUSE MUSIC HISTORY AND CULTURE WITH DJ LORI BRANCH  89.3fm / WNUR.ORG / FB @VINTAGEHOUSEWNUR / Twitch @TheVintageHouseShow / YOUTUBE @VintageHouseShow.tvSupport the showwww.VintageHouseShow.usPreserving and Celebrating the History of House Music

This week on LIFERS we're getting schooled on goth, punk, the ‘80s club scene, Diamanda Galas — shit, we're getting schooled on EVERYTHING! We must be talking to Chicago legend DJ Scary Lady Sarah. Sarah just celebrated her 36th year as a professional DJ and producer of the longest running goth event in North America: NOCTURNA. Take that, whippersnappers! On this episode we talk about Chicago hardcore shows, NEO, sushi with Siouxsie Sioux, The Damned, Joe Shanahan and the Metro, putting Peter Murphy in a deprivation tank, Pandemic Goths, The Bellwether Syndicate, being the Elizabeth Taylor of goth, and Scott gets gonged.

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Hall of Famer closer Lee Smith, who shared his favorite stories about the legendary Buck O'Neil. Smith also explained how he became a closer. Later, Metro owner Joe Shanahan discussed the fun everyone had in celebrating late, great XRT legend Lin Brehmer at Wrigley Field and at the Metro on Saturday.

In an interview recorded in the Top Note Theatre on the top floor of Chicago's Metro concert hall, venue founder and owner Joe Shanahan and New Media and Civic Events Producer JIll Hopkins talk to Dynasty Podcasts about 40 years of Metro.Shanahan and Hopkins reflect on what how the venue stayed afloat during and coming out of the pandemic, and share what Metro means as a community space for generations of fans and families. They also discuss the talent that has performed on the Metro stage across all four decades, and share why performers return to the venue.Additionally, they speak on Metro as an incubator for Chicago artists over the decades, and emphasize the importance of having a diverse calendar of events and performers to keep the Metro innovative.Recorded in summer 2022.

On this episode of The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman interviews legendary rock photographer, Gene Ambo, to discuss his new book that everyone should be stoked to get their hands on! Pipeman and Gene discuss how it came about that he would write a book and why he decided to write the book now. Gene gives us an insight into his book and how there's no fluff or stories it's simply a time-capsule book with 350 pages of pictures and 150 bands, designed to showcase to everyone who wasn't at the live shows how awesome they were. Gene speaks about his favourite picture he's ever taken and how it is a full stage shot of Metallica, right as they're moving into encores, and they had a smoke machine on. Gene talks about how he only had 10 frames of film and that particular shot was one of his last frames, so he was super to lucky to get it and it has turned out to be his favourite shot and one he's known best for. Make sure to check out Gene's awesome work, available on all social media platforms: www.instagram.com/geneambophoto/ You can get your hands on Gene's incredible book here: www.stygianskymedia.com/products/heavy-metro-access-all-eras?_pos=1&_sid=51f191627&_ss=r This is an interview with legendary rock photographer GENE AMBO regarding his new book HEAVY METRO: ACCESS ALL ERAS released July 15, 2022 via Stygian Sky Media. Featuring Slayer, Metallica, Megadeth, Anthrax and more; renowned Chicago based rock n roll photographer GENE AMBO has published his first book HEAVY METRO: ACCESS ALL ERAS (released July 12, 2022) through Stygian Sky Media. A celebration of punk, hardcore, metal, and rock history; GENE AMBO immortalizes more than 140 artists from Nirvana, Metallica and Slayer to G.B.H, Corrosion of Conformity and Cro-Mags and many more. This one-of-a-kind, visual journey spans 40 years across the Metro stage—one of the most important live music venues in the world, featuring some of the most iconic musicians of our time. Following the successful and sold out two-night event release celebration that took place last month, GENE AMBO is available for interviews to discuss the details of HEAVY METRO: ACCESS ALL ERAS and the extraordinary stories that it holds. ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHERGene Ambo is a world renowned, Chicago-based photographer whose career began in 1983 at Chicago's legendary Metro music club where he began shooting bands he enjoyed with his father's camera. He is celebrated for his stunning images of legendary, underground and emerging bands and musicians, including Metallica, Mötorhead, Madonna, Prince, Slayer and Broken Hope. HEAVY METRO is Gene's first-ever photo book. As Gene says, “I was just lucky to be at the Metro in the beginning and to have met people who have really helped me out throughout my life, and I look at this book like I'm documenting time. ‘Access All Eras,' like the book title says. Metro is my home base…for so many years. Between the Metro and Smart Bar, I have spent a lot of time there—many days AND nights. Literally!” Connect with Gene on Instagram at @geneambophoto.ABOUT THE METROThe Metro opened in 1982 under the guidance of owner Joe Shanahan. The first show Shanahan booked and promoted was R.E.M. and over the next 40 years, the venue would host concerts by Metallica, James Brown, Iggy Pop, Chris Cornell, George Clinton, Slayer, Joe Strummer, Prince, The White Stripes, Alkaline Trio, The Killers, No Doubt, They Might Be Giants, Phish, Disturbed, Chevelle, Foo Fighters, Nirvana, Jimmy Eat World, Interpol, Hüsker Dü, Jack Johnson, Kanye West, Pearl Jam, Atmosphere, Aesop Rock, Moby, The Faint, Fatboy Slim, Arctic Monkeys, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, The Brian Jonestown Massacre, Depeche Mode, Chance the Rapper, Fall Out Boy, and Kill Hannah, among many others. Bob Dylan performed two shows at Metro to celebrate the club's 15th anniversary. For more information, visit metrochicago.com. ABOUT STYGIAN SKY MEDIAStygian Sky Media (SSM) creates books to stimulate imaginations. SSM books include trade paperbacks, traditional hardcovers, deluxe/limited editions, and groundbreaking original works in the genres of crime, thriller, horror-noir, dark fiction, and non-fiction titles including photo books, music, memoir, and more. SSM connects and creates works with authors from diverse backgrounds, from bestsellers to cult, bringing readers books they've never imagined. Visit StygianSkyMedia.com for more information.Take some zany and serious journeys with The Pipeman aka Dean K. Piper, CST on The Adventures of Pipeman also known as Pipeman Radio syndicated globally “Where Who Knows And Anything Goes”. Listen to & Watch a show dedicated to motivation, business, empowerment, inspiration, music, comedy, celebrities, shock jock radio, various topics, and entertainment. The Adventures of Pipeman is hosted by Dean K. Piper, CST aka “The Pipeman” who has been said to be hybrid of Tony Robbins, Batman, and Howard Stern. The Adventures of Pipeman has received many awards, media features, and has been ranked for multiple categories as one of the Top 6 Live Radio Shows & Podcasts in the world. Pipeman Radio also consists of multiple podcasts showing the many sides of Pipeman. These include The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman in the Pit, and Positively Pipeman and more. You can find all of the Pipeman Podcasts anywhere you listen to podcasts. With thousands of episodes that focus on Intertainment which combines information and entertainment there is something for everyone including over 5000 interviews with celebrities, music artists/bands, authors, speakers, coaches, entrepreneurs, and all kinds of professionals.Then there is The Pipeman Radio Tour where Pipeman travels the country and world doing press coverage for Major Business Events, Conferences, Conventions, Music Festivals, Concerts, Award Shows, and Red Carpets. One of the top publicists in music has named Pipeman the “King of All Festivals.” So join the Pipeman as he brings “The Pipeman Radio Tour” to life right before your ears and eyes.The Adventures of Pipeman Podcasts are heard on The Adventures of Pipeman Site, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, Talk 4 Podcasting, iHeartRadio, Pandora, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts and over 100 other podcast outlets where you listen to Podcasts. The following are the different podcasts to check out and subscribe to:• The Adventures of Pipeman• Pipeman Radio• Pipeman in the Pit• Positively PipemanFollow @pipemanradio on all social media outletsVisit Pipeman Radio on the Web at linktr.ee/pipemanradio, theadventuresofpipeman.com, pipemanradio.com, talk4media.com, w4cy.com, talk4tv.com, talk4podcasting.comDownload The Pipeman Radio APPPhone/Text Contact – 561-506-4031Email Contact – dean@talk4media.com The Adventures of Pipeman is broadcast live daily at 8AM ET.The Adventures of Pipeman TV Show is viewed on Talk 4 TV (www.talk4tv.com).The Adventures of Pipeman Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) and K4HD Radio (www.k4hd.com) – Hollywood Talk Radio part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). The Adventures of Pipeman Podcast is also available on www.theadventuresofpipeman.com, Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

On this episode of The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman interviews legendary rock photographer, Gene Ambo, to discuss his new book that everyone should be stoked to get their hands on! Pipeman and Gene discuss how it came about that he would write a book and why he decided to write the book now. Gene gives us an insight into his book and how there's no fluff or stories it's simply a time-capsule book with 350 pages of pictures and 150 bands, designed to showcase to everyone who wasn't at the live shows how awesome they were. Gene speaks about his favourite picture he's ever taken and how it is a full stage shot of Metallica, right as they're moving into encores, and they had a smoke machine on. Gene talks about how he only had 10 frames of film and that particular shot was one of his last frames, so he was super to lucky to get it and it has turned out to be his favourite shot and one he's known best for. Make sure to check out Gene's awesome work, available on all social media platforms: www.instagram.com/geneambophoto/ You can get your hands on Gene's incredible book here: www.stygianskymedia.com/products/heavy-metro-access-all-eras?_pos=1&_sid=51f191627&_ss=r This is an interview with legendary rock photographer GENE AMBO regarding his new book HEAVY METRO: ACCESS ALL ERAS released July 15, 2022 via Stygian Sky Media. Featuring Slayer, Metallica, Megadeth, Anthrax and more; renowned Chicago based rock n roll photographer GENE AMBO has published his first book HEAVY METRO: ACCESS ALL ERAS (released July 12, 2022) through Stygian Sky Media. A celebration of punk, hardcore, metal, and rock history; GENE AMBO immortalizes more than 140 artists from Nirvana, Metallica and Slayer to G.B.H, Corrosion of Conformity and Cro-Mags and many more. This one-of-a-kind, visual journey spans 40 years across the Metro stage—one of the most important live music venues in the world, featuring some of the most iconic musicians of our time. Following the successful and sold out two-night event release celebration that took place last month, GENE AMBO is available for interviews to discuss the details of HEAVY METRO: ACCESS ALL ERAS and the extraordinary stories that it holds. ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHERGene Ambo is a world renowned, Chicago-based photographer whose career began in 1983 at Chicago's legendary Metro music club where he began shooting bands he enjoyed with his father's camera. He is celebrated for his stunning images of legendary, underground and emerging bands and musicians, including Metallica, Mötorhead, Madonna, Prince, Slayer and Broken Hope. HEAVY METRO is Gene's first-ever photo book. As Gene says, “I was just lucky to be at the Metro in the beginning and to have met people who have really helped me out throughout my life, and I look at this book like I'm documenting time. ‘Access All Eras,' like the book title says. Metro is my home base…for so many years. Between the Metro and Smart Bar, I have spent a lot of time there—many days AND nights. Literally!” Connect with Gene on Instagram at @geneambophoto.ABOUT THE METROThe Metro opened in 1982 under the guidance of owner Joe Shanahan. The first show Shanahan booked and promoted was R.E.M. and over the next 40 years, the venue would host concerts by Metallica, James Brown, Iggy Pop, Chris Cornell, George Clinton, Slayer, Joe Strummer, Prince, The White Stripes, Alkaline Trio, The Killers, No Doubt, They Might Be Giants, Phish, Disturbed, Chevelle, Foo Fighters, Nirvana, Jimmy Eat World, Interpol, Hüsker Dü, Jack Johnson, Kanye West, Pearl Jam, Atmosphere, Aesop Rock, Moby, The Faint, Fatboy Slim, Arctic Monkeys, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, The Brian Jonestown Massacre, Depeche Mode, Chance the Rapper, Fall Out Boy, and Kill Hannah, among many others. Bob Dylan performed two shows at Metro to celebrate the club's 15th anniversary. For more information, visit metrochicago.com. ABOUT STYGIAN SKY MEDIAStygian Sky Media (SSM) creates books to stimulate imaginations. SSM books include trade paperbacks, traditional hardcovers, deluxe/limited editions, and groundbreaking original works in the genres of crime, thriller, horror-noir, dark fiction, and non-fiction titles including photo books, music, memoir, and more. SSM connects and creates works with authors from diverse backgrounds, from bestsellers to cult, bringing readers books they've never imagined. Visit StygianSkyMedia.com for more information.Pipeman's Power of Music is a music and interview segment of The Adventures of Pipeman Radio Show (#pipemanradio) and from The King of All Festivals while on The Pipeman Radio Tour. Pipeman's Power of Music features all kinds of music and interviews with bands & music artists especially in the genres of Heavy Metal, Rock, Hard Rock, Classic Rock, Punk Rock, Goth, Industrial, Alternative, Thrash Metal & Indie Music. Pipeman's Power of Music also features press coverage of events, concerts, & music festivals. Pipeman Productions is an artist management company that sponsors the show introducing new local & national talent showcasing new artists & indie artists.Then there is The Pipeman Radio Tour where Pipeman travels the country and world doing press coverage for Major Business Events, Conferences, Conventions, Music Festivals, Concerts, Award Shows, and Red Carpets. One of the top publicists in music has named Pipeman the “King of All Festivals.” So join the Pipeman as he brings “The Pipeman Radio Tour” to life right before your ears and eyes.Pipeman's Power of Music Podcasts are heard on Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, Talk 4 Podcasting, iHeartRadio, Pandora, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts and over 100 other podcast outlets where you listen to Podcasts. The following are the different podcasts to check out and subscribe to:•The Adventures of Pipeman•Pipeman Radio•Pipeman in the Pit•Positively PipemanFollow @pipemanradio on all social media outletsVisit Pipeman Radio on the Web at linktr.ee/pipemanradio, theadventuresofpipeman.com, pipemanradio.com, talk4media.com, w4cy.com, talk4tv.com, talk4podcasting.comDownload The Pipeman Radio APPPhone/Text Contact – 561-506-4031Email Contact – dean@talk4media.comThe Adventures of Pipeman is broadcast live daily at 8AM ET.The Adventures of Pipeman TV Show is viewed on Talk 4 TV (www.talk4tv.com).The Adventures of Pipeman Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) and K4HD Radio (www.k4hd.com) – Hollywood Talk Radio part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Pipeman's Power of Music are also available on Pipeman Radio (www.pipemanradio.com), Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

On this episode of The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman interviews legendary rock photographer, Gene Ambo, to discuss his new book that everyone should be stoked to get their hands on! Pipeman and Gene discuss how it came about that he would write a book and why he decided to write the book now. Gene gives us an insight into his book and how there's no fluff or stories it's simply a time-capsule book with 350 pages of pictures and 150 bands, designed to showcase to everyone who wasn't at the live shows how awesome they were. Gene speaks about his favourite picture he's ever taken and how it is a full stage shot of Metallica, right as they're moving into encores, and they had a smoke machine on. Gene talks about how he only had 10 frames of film and that particular shot was one of his last frames, so he was super to lucky to get it and it has turned out to be his favourite shot and one he's known best for. Make sure to check out Gene's awesome work, available on all social media platforms: www.instagram.com/geneambophoto/ You can get your hands on Gene's incredible book here: www.stygianskymedia.com/products/heavy-metro-access-all-eras?_pos=1&_sid=51f191627&_ss=r This is an interview with legendary rock photographer GENE AMBO regarding his new book HEAVY METRO: ACCESS ALL ERAS released July 15, 2022 via Stygian Sky Media. Featuring Slayer, Metallica, Megadeth, Anthrax and more; renowned Chicago based rock n roll photographer GENE AMBO has published his first book HEAVY METRO: ACCESS ALL ERAS (released July 12, 2022) through Stygian Sky Media. A celebration of punk, hardcore, metal, and rock history; GENE AMBO immortalizes more than 140 artists from Nirvana, Metallica and Slayer to G.B.H, Corrosion of Conformity and Cro-Mags and many more. This one-of-a-kind, visual journey spans 40 years across the Metro stage—one of the most important live music venues in the world, featuring some of the most iconic musicians of our time. Following the successful and sold out two-night event release celebration that took place last month, GENE AMBO is available for interviews to discuss the details of HEAVY METRO: ACCESS ALL ERAS and the extraordinary stories that it holds. ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHERGene Ambo is a world renowned, Chicago-based photographer whose career began in 1983 at Chicago's legendary Metro music club where he began shooting bands he enjoyed with his father's camera. He is celebrated for his stunning images of legendary, underground and emerging bands and musicians, including Metallica, Mötorhead, Madonna, Prince, Slayer and Broken Hope. HEAVY METRO is Gene's first-ever photo book. As Gene says, “I was just lucky to be at the Metro in the beginning and to have met people who have really helped me out throughout my life, and I look at this book like I'm documenting time. ‘Access All Eras,' like the book title says. Metro is my home base…for so many years. Between the Metro and Smart Bar, I have spent a lot of time there—many days AND nights. Literally!” Connect with Gene on Instagram at @geneambophoto.ABOUT THE METROThe Metro opened in 1982 under the guidance of owner Joe Shanahan. The first show Shanahan booked and promoted was R.E.M. and over the next 40 years, the venue would host concerts by Metallica, James Brown, Iggy Pop, Chris Cornell, George Clinton, Slayer, Joe Strummer, Prince, The White Stripes, Alkaline Trio, The Killers, No Doubt, They Might Be Giants, Phish, Disturbed, Chevelle, Foo Fighters, Nirvana, Jimmy Eat World, Interpol, Hüsker Dü, Jack Johnson, Kanye West, Pearl Jam, Atmosphere, Aesop Rock, Moby, The Faint, Fatboy Slim, Arctic Monkeys, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, The Brian Jonestown Massacre, Depeche Mode, Chance the Rapper, Fall Out Boy, and Kill Hannah, among many others. Bob Dylan performed two shows at Metro to celebrate the club's 15th anniversary. For more information, visit metrochicago.com. ABOUT STYGIAN SKY MEDIAStygian Sky Media (SSM) creates books to stimulate imaginations. SSM books include trade paperbacks, traditional hardcovers, deluxe/limited editions, and groundbreaking original works in the genres of crime, thriller, horror-noir, dark fiction, and non-fiction titles including photo books, music, memoir, and more. SSM connects and creates works with authors from diverse backgrounds, from bestsellers to cult, bringing readers books they've never imagined. Visit StygianSkyMedia.com for more information.Pipeman in the Pit is a music and interview segment of The Adventures of Pipeman Radio Show (#pipemanradio) and from The King of All Festivals while on The Pipeman Radio Tour. Pipeman in the Pit features all kinds of music and interviews with bands & music artists especially in the genres of Heavy Metal, Rock, Hard Rock, Classic Rock, Punk Rock, Goth, Industrial, Alternative, Thrash Metal & Indie Music. Pipeman in the Pit also features press coverage of events, concerts, & music festivals. Pipeman Productions is an artist management company that sponsors the show introducing new local & national talent showcasing new artists & indie artists.Then there is The Pipeman Radio Tour where Pipeman travels the country and world doing press coverage for Major Business Events, Conferences, Conventions, Music Festivals, Concerts, Award Shows, and Red Carpets. One of the top publicists in music has named Pipeman the “King of All Festivals.” So join the Pipeman as he brings “The Pipeman Radio Tour” to life right before your ears and eyes.Pipeman in the Pit Podcasts are heard on Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, Talk 4 Podcasting, iHeartRadio, Pandora, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts and over 100 other podcast outlets where you listen to Podcasts. The following are the different podcasts to check out and subscribe to:•The Adventures of Pipeman•Pipeman Radio•Pipeman in the Pit•Positively PipemanFollow @pipemanradio on all social media outletsVisit Pipeman Radio on the Web at linktr.ee/pipemanradio, theadventuresofpipeman.com, pipemanradio.com, talk4media.com, w4cy.com, talk4tv.com, talk4podcasting.comDownload The Pipeman Radio APPPhone/Text Contact – 561-506-4031Email Contact – dean@talk4media.comThe Adventures of Pipeman is broadcast live daily at 8AM ET.The Adventures of Pipeman TV Show is viewed on Talk 4 TV (www.talk4tv.com).The Adventures of Pipeman Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) and K4HD Radio (www.k4hd.com) – Hollywood Talk Radio part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Pipeman in the Pit Podcasts are also available on Pipeman Radio (www.pipemanradio.com), Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

From jazz, gangsters, and bootlegging to the birth of house music, Chicago is that most American of cities—maintaining an uneasy but thrilling equilibrium between the visible and the underground. Host Will Dailey gives you an insider's look at the stories behind the places that define Chicago's musical legacy. To hear the artists mentioned in this episode, check Will's playlist at soundofourtownpod.com Want to chat about the music in your city? Hit us up on:  Instagram: @DoubleElvis @WillDaileyOfficial Twitter: @DoubleElvisFm @WillDailey Sound of Our Town is a production of Double Elvis and iHeartRadio. Executive Produced by Jake Brennan, Brady Sadler, and Carly Carioli for Double Elvis. Production assistance by Matt Tahaney and Matt Beaudoin. Created, written, hosted and scored by Will Dailey.  Additional writing on this episode by Gerald Dowd and Freda Love Smith. Special thanks to Joe Shanahan and 606 Records for their help with this episode. Music for this episode composed and performed by Will Dailey. Check out Will's music: Spotify Apple Music Bandcamp  SOURCES for this episode include: Inside Chicago's Wild Music Scene (Rolling Stone) ChicagoMusic.org ChiBarProject.com Discotech.me Frommers.com ChooseChicago.com MusicFestivalWizard.com MyHouseMusicFest.com MetroChicago.com 6amgroup.com MusicOrigins.org SOME PLACES YOU'LL WANT TO VISIT AFTER LISTENING TO THIS EPISODE: Smartbar Green Mill Cocktail Lounge The Hideout The Tamale Guy Simon's Tavern Lincoln Hall + Schubas Tavern 606 Records Thalia Hall Metro  Constellation Hungry Brain Dusty Groove Reckless Laurie's Planet of Sound Dorian's Through the Record Shop  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the eve of a certain very invasive medical procedure for Scott (see episode 54), the guys try to get a little invasive with Metro owner Joe Shanahan. A task that proves to be near impossible, as Joe —writhing and squirming like a goldfish— deflects questions at every turn and attempts to transform the interview into something resembling an episode of “This Is Your Life” for Scott. Crafty. But that's okay — the few times we were able to pin Mr. Shanahan down, we got him to talk about running the best music venue in the world, hanging out at the Hacienda, booking R.E.M., the days (or nights) when Smart Bar was on the 4th floor, helping Dave Grohl get a new drum set, pipelines to Minnesota, the best pizza in Chicago, smoking pot with the Clash, and why love means never having to say “I told you so”. This episode is sponsored by CLENPIQ.

Pearl Jam bassist Jeff Ament once stated that "essentially Ten was just an excuse to tour." The band clearly just wanted some material to play on the road, as their first tour kicked off just after they'd completed mixing sessions for their debut album; the record wasn't even released yet. The tour -- PJ's only with drummer Matt Chamberlain -- was a short one focusing on the East Coast and Midwest. It wrapped up in Chicago at the famed Cabaret Metro with a concert that is still legendary among Pearl Jam fans. After that Metro gig on July 21st, 1991, the band took a break as they prepared for the release of Ten. The album arrived a month later on August 27th, and by September, Pearl Jam returned for a world tour as one of the newly crowned kings of '90s rock. In this episode of Consequence Podcast Network and Sony's The Opus: Ten, we go back to The Metro to relive that final show of Pearl Jam's first tour so we can see a band on the brink of decades-long stardom. Joining host Jill Hopkins on this trip back in time is none other than The Metro's founder, Joe Shanahan. Subscribe now to stay up-to-date on future seasons of The Opus. Also, make sure to support our show and the Consequence Podcast Network by picking up an official Opus hoodie or T-shirt at the Consequence Shop.

In Chicago, many venues received their federal grant money after months of delay from the Small Business Administration. We speak with two venue owners, Joe Shanahan of the Metro and Katie Tuten of the Hideout, for an update on Chicago venues. And, as the Taliban allows some Americans to leave Afghanistan, the picture is far less clear for Afghans who served the U.S. military as interpreters, drivers and partners. U.S. Army veteran Robert Couture, who served two tours in Afghanistan, joins us to discuss.

Comedians and Music Insiders Marty DeRosa and Paul Farahvar request mixtapes from their amazing friends every week! This week, legend Joe Shanhan from Chicago's Metro joins the boys at his home bar GMan Tavern. GO REVIEW US NOW!! email us at paulmartymix@gmail.com

Comedians and Music Insiders Marty DeRosa and Paul Farahvar request mixtapes from their amazing friends every week! This week, part two of our sit down with legend Joe Shanhan from Chicago's Metro joins the boys at the Gman Tavern! Joe's Mix with additions https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/mum-joe-shanahan/pl.u-GgA52LRc8aEZR3 GO REVIEW US NOW!! email us at paulmartymix@gmail.com

Drummer Mike Zelenko chats with Pete Jansons about his experience with Material Issue and Material Reissue Quotes: "It was truly a band even though Jim wrote all the songs, we all got a third" "Chicago music had an inferiority complex to NY and LA" "That 79 Chevy van was just as important of a tool as any guitar or drum" Topics: Documentary Out of Time the Material Issue story coming out this year! Cubby Bear, Metro, Lounge Ax, Batteries not included, Exit Jeff Kwatinez, Brad Altman, Joe Shanahan. Schuba's Mike went to Gordon Tech and his band Screaming Nun came in 2nd at "Battle of the Bands" Van life before van life was cool Have an idea for a guest or topic? pete@backintheday.blog

The JBTV Revolution Television Virtual Festival is happening this weekend! More than 25 bands are participating in Chicago’s first virtual music festival of the year. Joining me to talk about the event, as well as the current situation with Chicago’s live music venues, are Joe Shanahan (Metro, Smart Bar, Gingerman), Scott Lucas (Local H) and Jerry Bryant (JBTV).

The JBTV Revolution Television Virtual Festival is happening this weekend! More than 25 bands are participating in Chicago’s first virtual music festival of the year. Joining me to talk about the event, as well as the current situation with Chicago’s live music venues, are Joe Shanahan (Metro, Smart Bar, Gingerman), Scott Lucas (Local H) and Jerry Bryant (JBTV).

Joe Shanahan, owner of The Metro, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the struggle Chicago independent venues are facing, the evolution of Chicago’s music and entertainment communities and reopening plans post pandemic.

Carsello and Brett sit down with Metro founder Joe Shanahan as he tells us about his first steps inside what became Metro and smartbar, Grace Jones, LCD Soundsystem, Agnostic Front and more. Plus... what secrets does the building hold? Did Guns 'n Roses hide out on the 4th floor theatre for a summer? Find out! Metro Minutes is a podcast from the legendary Metro & smartbar in Chicago. Founded in 1982, Metro & smartbar have hosted everyone from Pearl Jam and Nirvana to Chance The Rapper and Vince Staples. Each week Joe and Brett will bring you behind the scenes details from the archives, interviews with special guests and a whole lot more.

We spoke with the owner of Chicago's Metro and Smart Bar, Joe Shanahan, about this weekend's Winter Block Party and the spirit of the early Chicago Hip Hop scene in the days of the Blue Groove Lounge parties. Photo by: Joe Mazza

We talked to Joe Shanahan about being a champion & curator of independent music, dig into a history of electronic music in Chicago & being the owner the landmark venue The Metro.   Stay connected with The Cornerstore on Twitter, Instagram,and Soundcloud!

This episode is a re-broadcast of the Top Note Sessions interview I had with Metro Chicago owner Joe Shanahan and rock legend Henry Rollins in February of 2015.

For the start of Season Two, Don gets stories from the great history of Metro Chicago from owner/founder Joe Shanahan about The Ramones, Joe Strummer, and Prince.

Ryan Arnold is on the air at WXRT every weeknight and on Saturdays. He talks about visiting the station while he was growing up; how he got on the air; how he ended up working overnights for the railroad (CSX); hosting New Noise at Nine; his favorite kinds of music; his live music regret; why he adores Joe Shanahan; working at KBXR in Columbia, Missouri, 105.5 Triple M (WMMM-FM) in Madison, Wisconsin (which he says is a great music town), and WDRV "The Drive"; how working in small markets helps; why he likes working in public relations; why he likes vinyl; how both digital and radio help bands’ exposure; his former podcast, if he thought he lost everything; why he likes being on the air; advice, and more. Click the link below to play, or download it by right-clicking (on a PC) or holding down the CTRL key and clicking on it (for Mac).http://radiogirl.us/audio/RG147.mp3

Live from the Metro Smart Bar in Chicago where I worked in the 80s with owner Joe Shanahan, former Metro DJ Jeff Pazen and former bartender Aldona Urbutis. Talking about how a club thrives for 40 years, what it was like in the 1980s, how to build enduring cultures and how to have fun while you do it. [EP-EN-21]

"Scar tissue is stronger than regular tissue. Realize the strength, move on." - Henry Rollins General Admission is back with a new season! We've got so much planned for you guys so get those headphone ready, subscribe and share. For our first official episode back Don sits down with singer and storytelling powerhouse Henry Rollins and Chicago rock venue legend Joe Shanahan. Shanahan is the owner of Metro, a venue anchored within the Chicago music scene. In this episode you'll hear a discussion surrounding the relationship between bands and the venues that house them. Henry talks how his band needed venues like The Metro in order to make enough money for a Denny's Grand Slam breakfast and gas to make it to the next gig. Places like the Metro also need the bands and musicians so they can keep the lights on. It's a symbiotic relationship. This interview is part of an ongoing series of intimate conversation to be held at the Metro and sponsored by Dark Matter Coffee and Shure.