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Artist Interviews Wire
Since 1977, Wire has been reinventing its sound through experimentation – even though they emerged out of the British punk scene, they always resisted categorization. In 2002, they started their own record and distribution label and have continued their evolution towards elder pioneers that are still restless and curious.
In the following interview, CHIRP DJ Erik Roldan sat down with Wire’s lead singer Colin Newman to talk about their history, their future and what makes them so special.
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Chicago Theatre Off Book Chicago Theatre Off Book: Dec. 2, 2011 Ed.
During our holiday hiatus, Chicago Theatre Off Book is featuring its first-ever GAM-fest! It’s back to back episodes of our popular “Got A Minute?” segment. The one-minute audio plays feature playwrights’ work performed by our local theatre talent. We invite you to listen up and enjoy this inaugural GAM-fest! In addition, we welcome any writers’ submission(s) for production consideration.
This episode of Chicago Theatre Off Book is partially underwritten by the STEP Fund.
Shot phrase of the show: ‘In a World…’
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Chicago Theatre Off Book Chicago Theatre Off Book: Nov. 18, 2011 Ed.
It’s another round of Chicago Theatre Off Book on Chicago Independent Radio Project, CHIRP! This week, we review local theatre offerings featuring forbidden lovers, naughty bunnies and murderous dictators. Later, we chat with Molly Brennan from Barrel of Monkeys and 500 Clown, and Roni Geva with “Love, Loss and What I Wore.” This episode of Chicago Theatre Off Book was partially underwritten by The STEP Fund.
Shot word of the show: Comedy
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Artist Interviews Architecture in Helsinki
Architecture in Helsinki shows are high energy alt-pop extravaganzas. Their catchy melodies and fun, playful lyrics create an environment where it’s welcomed and encouraged to both smile and dance around like a kid; and this Monday night (11/21) at the Metro, CHIRP Welcomes Architecture in Helsinki back to Chicago.
AiH frontman Cameron Bird sat down with CHIRP Radio’s Blake Burkhart for a chat about the visual nature of his band, his admiration of Grace Jones and a recent moment in his career that he considers a “massive honor.”
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Artist Interviews Tim Kinsella
Best known as the front man of Cap’n Jazz and Joan of Arc, Tim Kinsella is now a published author. His first novel, The Karaoke Singer’s Guide to Self-Defense, was published by Chicago’s own Featherproof Books.
Kinsella invited CHIRP DJ Dylan Peterson over to his apartment to talk about his latest projects, including Joan of Arc’s live soundtrack to Charlie Chaplin’s His New Job at the Chicago Book Expo in Uptown.
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