Sam Scumaci
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Poet / Musician and sometimes Actor.
Something's in the air. Just a couple days ago a friend called me and was mentioning how she was glad I introduced her to Andrea Gibson at one of the spoken word shows we did.
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The Love Poem Andrea Gibson Wrote for Their Widow ⊠and for You
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/05/podcasts/andrea-gibson-megan-falley-modern-love.html
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I was talking about this last week and I'm glad this is getting attention.
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'Queen of the Blues' Koko Taylor's prized possessions â including a Grammy â sold at Chicago flea market
A treasure trove of her items were put on sale for dirt cheap after a junk dealer's random purchase of the contents of Taylor's storage locker in Orland Park.
https://www.wbez.org/music/2025/11/05/koko-taylor-queen-blues-swap-o-rama-flea-market-sale-storage-locker-lost
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The legendary John Primer's set from Fitzgerald's
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John Primer - Live at Fitzgerald's November 4th, 2025 Berwyn, IL
YouTube video by MusicCollectionHouse
https://youtu.be/v0dv3U53oTI?si=jakV9h7AHQu_GWu8
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Enjoy this concert from the Afro-Caribbean Jazz Collective recorded on October 31st in celebration of their upcoming album Cortadito
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Afro-Caribbean Jazz Collective - Live at McAninch Art Center 10-31-2025 Glen Ellyn, IL
YouTube video by MusicCollectionHouse
https://youtu.be/3HqahgQEYYQ?si=-Cp4j3F6kPKglVr9
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A long lost album from Carl Perkins was recently released by Sun Records. Give it a listen here
carlperkins.bandcamp.com/album/some-t...
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Some Things Never Change, by Carl Perkins
10 track album
https://carlperkins.bandcamp.com/album/some-things-never-change
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Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, a former member of the Grateful Dead who also sang on No. 1 hits for Elvis Presley and Percy Sledge, has died. She was 78.
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Grateful Dead Singer Donna Jean Godchaux, Who Also Sang on Elvis Presley's 'Suspicious Minds,' Dies at 78
Donna Jean Godchaux, a former member of the Grateful Dead who also sang on No. 1 hits for Elvis Presley and Percy Sledge, has died. She was 78. A rep for Godchaux confirmed her death in a statement sh...
https://people.com/donna-jean-godchaux-grateful-dead-singer-dead-at-78-11842254
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It's 1991 all over again!
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Enigma II Real Sadness & Other Gregorian Mysteries [cassette rip HQ]
YouTube video by The Music Preserve
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6T9X4-YXZY
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Great choices UMe picked for their new Vinylphyle series.
www.udiscovermusic.com/vinylphyle/
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Vinylphyle
Introducing Vinylphyle, the brand new premium vinyl series from UMe, exclusively available from uDiscover Music.
https://www.udiscovermusic.com/vinylphyle/
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For the Godzilla fans
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Worldâs Largest Indoor Godzilla Statue Is Landing at Tokyoâs Haneda Airport
Godzilla is raiding Tokyo! (Specifically Haneda Airport.)
https://mymodernmet.com/godzilla-sculpture-haneda-airport/
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The moving story behind Beethovenâs âOde to Joyâ
www.themarginalian.org/2022/05/17/b...
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Trial, Triumph, and the Art of the Possible: The Remarkable Story Behind Beethovenâs âOde to Joyâ
A hymn of rage, a hymn of redemption, and a timeless love letter to the possible.
https://www.themarginalian.org/2022/05/17/beethoven-ode-to-joy/
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Jonathan Ross meets Studio Ghibli maestro, Joe Hisaishi, at Abbey Road Studios!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6xS...
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Joe Hisaishi: âI wrote the Totoro theme in 20 minutes!â | Classic FM
YouTube video by Classic FM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6xSaa347n8
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The Phantom of the Opera by Jaz Rodriguez
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Happy Halloween!
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The Three Stooges Spookiest Moments!
YouTube video by The Three Stooges+
https://youtu.be/lHdr5ERWAH4?si=qSXb5wQ3LGY4-DtO
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Film Masters
7 days ago
Happy Halloween from Film Masters!
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Medley of Classic Halloween Trailers 2025 | HD
YouTube video by Film Masters TV
https://youtu.be/2Gs5VvEg4YQ
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87 Years Ago: Orson Welles' "War of the Worlds" Broadcast Sparks Legendary Panic Across America
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87 Years Ago: Orson Welles' "War of the Worlds" Broadcast Sparks Legendary Panic Across America | Cord Cutters News
On this day in 1938, a seemingly innocuous radio drama transformed into one of the most infamous media events in history. The Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS) aired an adaptation of H.G. Wellsâ scie...
https://cordcuttersnews.com/87-years-ago-orson-welles-war-of-the-worlds-broadcast-sparks-legendary-panic-across-america/
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Chicago Street in Winter (1939) by painter Aaron Bohrod (1907-1992)
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Herbie Hancock playing bass in High School. Hyde Park High School, Chicago, Illinois
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I've always been fascinated by Frank Gehry's work
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10 of the Most Iconic Buildings by Architect Frank Gehry You Should Know
It's rare that an architect is a household name, but Frank Gehry has achieved legendary status. Learn about what it means to be a Frank Gehry building.
https://mymodernmet.com/frank-gehry-building/
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Awesome article on Andrzej Dajnowski
www.chicagomag.com/chicago-maga...
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The Man Conserving Chicago's Monuments
The cityâs go-to restorer has worked on everything from two particular bronze lions (you know the ones) to ancient rock art.
https://www.chicagomag.com/chicago-magazine/november-2025/the-man-conserving-chicagos-monuments/
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Trio Nexus performs on Chicago Jazz Live
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Trio Nexus - Chicago Jazz Live 10/28/2025
YouTube video by MusicCollectionHouse
https://youtu.be/5SJ5JJud6jc?si=Oe1-BsR9CNGitI6D
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Listen to a full radio broadcast from Halloween 1987 with Elvira spinning spooky tunes.
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Elvira's '80s Radio DJ Set Is Pure Halloween Retro Goodness
Back in 1987, Elvira did a Halloween DJ set on the radio, filled with spooky classics and bawdy comedy, and you can listen to all 3 hours.
https://nerdist.com/article/elvira-80s-radio-dj-set-is-pure-halloween-retro-goodness/
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Liza Minelli and John Lennon photographed by Andy Warhol at the Factory on February 17, 1978.
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Film Masters been on a roll! My favorite B Movie looks so damn sharp! Enjoy Attack of the Giant Leeches
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Attack of the Giant Leeches (1959) | Full HD Film Restoration
YouTube video by Film Masters TV
https://youtu.be/nv42OSFCYBU?si=6MLPAD8qaYIFQHGt
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Marcia was recently diagnosed with ALS.
rockandbluesmuse.com/2025/10/28/t...
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Texas Roots Blues Artist Marcia Ball Announces Retirement From Touring
Texas Roots Blues Singer, Songwriter, and Pianist Marcia Ball Announces Retirement From Touring because of illness
https://rockandbluesmuse.com/2025/10/28/texas-roots-blues-artist-marcia-ball-announces-retirement-from-touring/
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In case you are last minute
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6 Chicago-Inspired Halloween Costumes You Can Pull Together Quickly
If you're stumped for a Halloween outfit this weekend, check out one of our iconic Chicago costume ideas.
https://blockclubchicago.org/2025/10/27/6-chicago-inspired-halloween-costumes-you-can-pull-together-quickly/
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Hosting a Halloween party on the weekend? A book from 1920 on decoration and costume tips:
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Dennisonâs Bogie Book for Halloween (1920)
Decoration, costume and party suggestions from 1920 for the night of Halloween, that one time (according to the book) "of all the year when an opportunity is supposed to be given for looking into the ...
https://publicdomainreview.org/collection/dennison-s-bogie-book-for-halloween-1920
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I'll be adding this book to my want list.
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New 'Chicago Homes' Book Details History Of Living In Chicago, From Bungalows To Greystones
Authors and researchers Carla Bruni and Phil Thompson left no greystone â or terracotta â unturned in their 352-page book detailing and illustrating Chicago homes in the order they cropped up througho...
https://blockclubchicago.org/2025/10/27/new-chicago-homes-book-details-history-of-living-in-chicago-from-bungalows-to-greystones/
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Hobgoblins, joyous skeletons, and truly terrifying gourds â Halloween picture postcards, ca. 1900-1920:
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Halloween Postcards, ca. 1900â1920
A collection of Halloween postcards produced in the so-called âgolden ageâ of picture postcards.
https://publicdomainreview.org/collection/halloween-postcards/
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Jazz pianist Ramona Horvath has a new album called Absinthe and you can listen to it right here
freshsoundrecords1.bandcamp.com/album/absinthe
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Absinthe, by Ramona Horvath
12 track album
https://freshsoundrecords1.bandcamp.com/album/absinthe
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June Lockhart, a popular actress of the 1950s and '60s known for her roles in "Lost In Space," "Lassie," and âMeet Me in St. Louis,â died of natural causes on Oct. 23 in Santa Monica, Calif. She was 100.
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June Lockhart, âLost In Spaceâ and âLassieâ Star, Dies at 100
June Lockhart, known for her roles in 'Lost In Space' and 'Lassie,' has died. She was 100.
https://variety.com/2025/film/news/june-lockhart-dead-lost-in-space-lassie-1236561320/
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Red Rage Consumes Him. Sam B's latest piece.
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Hey Jazz fans! Cédric Caillaud (upright bass), Gilles Réa (guitar) put out a wonderful album you should give a listen to.
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Play Guitar & Bass Bosses, by Cédric Caillaud & Gilles Réa
12 track album
https://freshsoundrecords1.bandcamp.com/album/play-guitar-bass-bosses
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Wow, here's a throwback of me with the Maxwell Street Blues Bus. This had to be 15 years ago.
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Another track from the upcoming Beatles Anthology 4
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The Beatles - Iâve Just Seen A Face (Take 3) [Anthology 2025]
YouTube video by TheBeatlesVEVO
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R53rG0jsX-w
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Enjoy some classical music that will get you into the Halloween spirit
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Haunting Classics from Chopin, Mozart, Saint-Saëns and more!
YouTube video by Brilliant Classics
https://youtu.be/-rv_q-lksDs?si=6TWugL6gVQF500GB
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The new coffee shop and cafe at Halsted and Canalport will have a full kitchen so staff can bake on-site. It will open later this year, owner Eleazar Delgado said.
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Cafe Jumping Bean Is Brewing Up 3rd Location In Pilsen
The new coffee shop and cafe at Halsted and Canalport will have a full kitchen so staff can bake on-site. It will open later this year, owner Eleazar Delgado said.
https://blockclubchicago.org/2025/10/22/cafe-jumping-bean-is-brewing-up-3rd-location-in-pilsen/
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Film Masters
15 days ago
Lady of Burlesque (1943) on Limited Edition Blu-ray is now available for pre-order! Reserve your copy now:
www.moviezyng.com/lady-of-b...
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This jazz number should be on everyone's Halloween playlist
www.youtube.com/watch?v=iI1V...
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A.K. Salim - Full Moon
YouTube video by MusicCollectionHouse
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iI1VYJ3uHTo
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Early Beatles
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The Beatles - Anna b/w Ask Me Why (VJ 586)
YouTube video by MusicCollectionHouse
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5vQ0IEb8QvE
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One of the best mixes I've heard. This is properly how a live recording should sound.
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Elvis Presley - Steamroller Blues (March 16th 1974 Afternoon Show Mid-South Coliseum Memphis Tn)
YouTube video by MusicCollectionHouse
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gFZCJmzebKE
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Recorded on October 15th, 2004 at Fitzgerald's. Here's Corky Siegel with an all-star lineup performing I'm A King Bee
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Corky Siegel - I'm A King Bee
YouTube video by MusicCollectionHouse
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTa2F8f1tpI
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R.I.P. session bass player Anthony Jackson, 1952-2025
www.notreble.com/buzz/2025/10...
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Farewell to Anthony Jackson, One of the Most Influential Bassists of All Time - RIP AJ
Anthony Jackson pushed the boundaries of the electric bass and anchored iconic recordings across genres. We remember his unmatched voice in low-end.
https://www.notreble.com/buzz/2025/10/19/farewell-to-anthony-jackson-one-of-the-most-influential-bassists-of-all-time-rip-aj/
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Tony Fitzpatrick's art is all over the city of Chicago. Here's some locations.
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Tony Fitzpatrick's Art Is All Over Chicago. Here's Where To Find It
The artist and lifelong Chicagoan died Saturday at the age of 66, but his work and legacy remain visible in restaurants, on beer labels and at other spaces across the city.
https://blockclubchicago.org/2025/10/17/tony-fitzpatricks-art-is-all-over-chicago-heres-where-to-find-it/
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I'm speechless right now
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Tom Marker is Retiring in December!
WDCB blues host and Chicago radio legend Tom Marker is announcing his retirement after more than 50 years on the air. Markerâs weekly Saturd...
https://wdcb.org/music-lounge/news-releases/581
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I really enjoyed this movie. I'm loving that there's more people discovering R.L. Stine's work outside of the Goosebumps franchise.
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Some Halloween recommendations
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Five Films for Halloween
Like many others, I try to seek out new horror films each October, usually crossing some amazing films (and a few duds) off my watchlist in the process. When selecting these films, I think variety is ...
https://www.filmmasters.com/post/five-films-for-halloween
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Not only do you get a Bluetooth portable cassette player, you get a newly remastered cassette of Elvis' Christmas album!
theluxereview.com/2025/10/16/w...
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Canât help falling in love⊠with tape: We Are Rewind unveils Elvis Presley Bluetooth cassette player
Retro music specialist We Are Rewind has announced a new limited edition bundle honouring Elvis Presley, pairing a custom-designed cassette player with a remastered tape release of Elvisâ ChristmasâŠ
https://theluxereview.com/2025/10/16/we-are-rewind-unveils-elvis-presley-bluetooth-cassette-player/
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Paul Daniel âAceâ Frehley, co-founder and lead guitarist of the legendary rock band Kiss, has died following injuries suffered during a fall last month, according to a statement from his family. He was 74.
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Ace Frehley, Kiss Lead Guitarist and Solo Artist, Dies at 74
Paul 'Ace' Frehley, lead guitarist and cofounder of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame members Kiss, has died. He was 74.
https://variety.com/2025/music/news/ace-frehley-kiss-lead-guitarist-dead-1236554943/
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It'll take some time for me to dive into the new Chet Baker box set Five From '65: The Quintet Summer Sessions. I was unaware of these recordings and the last time they were ever reissued was back in 1996 (I was 8 years old so forgive me). I look forward to listening .
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Ryan Cohan on Chicago Jazz Live
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Ryan Cohan - Live at Studio5 (September 26th, 2025) Evanston, IL
YouTube video by MusicCollectionHouse
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rjRCAr0w_Vc
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