The Sam Sinclair Trio, which was far from a trio... I think there were 8 people, including a real set of vibes! When they rolled it on my tiny stage I was electrified, the band said engineers didn't usually react with vigor when they saw the vibes roll in

Sam Sinclair Trio 01-09-13 - Kinetic Playground Chicago - "UNTITLED"

John Kadlecik of Furthur, Phil & Friends, DC Mystery Cats, and the Golden Gate Wingmen returns to Chicago for a set of reunion shows with his old 90s band of super-talented musicians, at Martyrs' in Chicago.

Hairball Willie Reunion Show 05-19-12 Set II - Martyrs' Chicago - "Nevada Fighter"

There's some minor stumbles, but I LOVE this! John Kadlecik of Furthur, Phil & Friends, DC Mystery Cats, and the Golden Gate Wingmen returns to Chicago for a set of reunion shows with his old 90s band of super-talented musicians, at Martyrs' in Chicago.

Hairball Willie Reunion Show 05-19-12 Set I - Martyrs' Chicago - "What's Become of Mary?"

We had a short line check due to time on this show, so this was the 1stjam the band threw at me - I don't know the name. Liquid Soul is a national funk & soul band anchored by Chicago's own Tommy Klein, and Mars Williams of Psychedelic Furs fame-

Liquid Soul 10-??-13 - Wire Berwyn IL - Opening Jam

Mr Blotto from their New Year's Eve show at Wire in Berwyn IL, working a Grateful Dead classic with their own magic.

Mr Blotto 12-31-13 Set I - Wire Berwyn IL - "Estimated Prophet"

Mr Blotto from their New Year's Eve show at Wire in Berwyn IL, an original composition this time which just "Hits The Spot". Give it a listen and see if you agree.

Mr Blotto 12-31-13 Set II - Wire Berwyn IL - "1977"

Guitarist Joe Marcinek and his ever-changing all-star band, this night featuring Janis Wallin of Family Groove Company on Bass and Joey Porter of The Motet on Keys, I think? My memory ain't what it used to be... Forgive me if I'm incorrect, please.

Joe Marcinek Band 01-16-14 - Wire Berwyn IL - "Movin' & Groovin'"

Chicago Sax-slinger David Polk with a crack group celebrating the release of his latest CD.

David Polk Project 03-13-14 - Wire Berwyn IL - "Super Wind"

Chicago Blues from Dave Spectre & his band.

Dave Spectre Band 09-10-09 Set I - Kinetic Playground Chicago - "Side-Stick Shuffle"

I had such a fun night with Ike... We got to talking and realized we knew a lot of the same people. I think he was glad for the laughs, they had been on the road for some time by this point.

Ike Willis Band 01-18-10 Set I - Kinetic Playground Chicago - "Uncle Remus"

The amazing JFJO, with a composition which was new to their repitiore at the time...

Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey 10-24-09 II - Kinetic Playground Chicago- "Sensation of Seeing Light"

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