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Tonight, @OfficialAment and @AmesBros bring Since Forever to @metrochicago for a conversation with @joemetro40, whose four decades shaping the city’s music community have made him a fixture of its independent music scene. Join the brothers and Shanahan alongside Chicago DJ, journalist, and cultural producer @jillhopkins for a closer look at the stories and photographs behind the visual memoir.
04 Nov 2026
I feel l"We" all know that a vote is a voice....I choose to be heard and voted first thing today.
I strongly feel that we all have a choice and our voice can be heard by standing in a line to cast our ballots to create the change we hope to see in our city / county / state today.
Get Out The Vote!!
03 Nov 2026
Wow!! That was a blur of fun and faces, I am just gathering my thoughts post Halloween at Gman Tavern / Metro Chicago and Smartbar Chicago. The full campus romp of all venues full of fun and excitement with some of the best costumes we have seen.
The entire staff of all venues pulled together worked the lines and made sure all went smooth.
Truly the perfect storm...a Saturday night and 60 degree weather. It was a night with something for everyone.
Hey...a wonderful costumed couple even got married on stage during Saturday, 31st of October, 2026: Annual Nocturna All Hallows’ Eve Ball w/ DJ Scary Lady Sarah + more!!
The incredible djs in smartbar and the karoke at gman rolled until the wee hours of the morning as we did "fall back" and paid a little extra this morning, I slept in and read before tackling the day.
Happy Halloween!!
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01 Nov 2026
The man himself is back! Catch DJ Joe Shanahan behind the turntables at Gman on Saturday, November 21st! All vinyl from 3PM - 7PM 🍻 the perfect way to kick off your weekend!
Catch at the details for this free event at our link in bio!
30 Oct 2026
Over coffee this morning I noticed a flyer in the kitchen. Jen mentioned she had voted yesterday.
I inquired about the process and she mentioned there were lines at our local poll. She waited and hour and mentioned on her way out the line had grown to a 2 hour wait.
I am very encouraged by this and I will vote on Tuesday, I am one who like to see the finish line contenders and as we know anything can happen in politics.
These midterms / local and national really matter more so now than ever, get out and vote.
Fingers crossed...I am most looking forward to longer lines on Tuesday!!
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30 Oct 2026
The season is clearly changing as we "fall back" this weekend.
My fave time of year when food tastes better and the chill of the morning sets up the day for those last summer rays.
I am starting a new playlist to augment these moments, enjoy what today brings and be ready for those great nights out.
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27 Oct 2026
Thank you...to all that came out to the Gman Tavern for the Jam DJ's event yesterday.
As the honorary "5th Beatle" I can honestly say that the variety of sets from each DJ was so unique and fun to be part of as the day party moves on down the line.
We raised a glass and funds to help our local Nourishing Hope pantry and their efforts right here in Lakeview. Giving back while enjoying our community is the message we all hope to embrace.
I look forward to the next adventure with my fellow "selectors" as the mixes get deeper and more diverse.
Nick MillerJohn SossMike LeMaistre Andy Cirzan, you all bring the best to the table for the session as we dial in a great gathering of friends and family.
Thank you to all the staff as we juggled the day, Chance KroesenVal CaponeColin Smith, you all make everyone feel welcome with smile and joke.
Hey...even the surprise wedding party was grooving to our tunes as the "Northbar" took on its own life as we winded down!!
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25 Oct 2026
Good morning...as the crate digging begins for my set tomorrow at Gman Tavern with the Jam DJ's.
I am pulling a few nuggets along with classics for my set. I know some of you have come out and supported my dj sets while giving back.
As we do a day party that has smiles for miles and giving back to Nourishing Hope with proceeds of Krombacher beer helping the pantry's community right here in Lakeview.
Question...what songs / tunes do you want to hear in my set? I respect your taste and your input will help guide me.
23 Oct 2026
As the week opens up...i was just gathering some thoughts on the show at Metro Chicago last night with Bright Eyes. I made sure to take in soundcheck as the larger band format was working out bits and pieces of songs. Conor Oberst still posses a calm and quiet demeanor as the tweaks were made on few tracks.
Congratulations to the entire band / ensemble as we welcomed them all back to our city and venue.
The message of "thank you" goes out to all the bands crew and the incredible metro staff. The behind the scenes is something i have always noticed.
I hope to see this show again...it was just that good.
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05 Oct 2026
This photo of Metro Chicago was taken by David Flood, he mentioned it was an early morning, low light, damp atmosphere. Quite the way to start your day!!
02 Oct 2026
Good Day...as the day rolls out and I am prepping for my monthly installment of the JPS DJ Session at Gman Tavern today from 3pm until 7pm.
The reshuffle started early as I began the pulling from all corners of my collection to play some new tracks and still be consistent with the classics, we have all come to enjoy.
Today proceeds from the sale of all Krombacher International beer sales will benefit our local pantry / health services Nourishing Hope right here in Lakeview.
Stop by for a smile, tune and a cold one as we help our community.
This is the perfect day to see friends and family in our friendly local tavern, come be part of it.
See ya soon.....JPS!
26 Sep 2026
As the weather turns and as it is easily one of my favorite times of year rolls up. I get ready for the late summer / early fall DJ Session at Gman Tavern.
I have to say post summer sets the cozy confines of the Gman lends to a great day party atmosphere.
Records are being pulled and selected for this weekend's event.
We hope to see ya there as we welcome the new set and season in stride with cold drinks and hot tunes.
21 Sep 2026
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