December 07, 2004

Drunk, well fed Vikings

With good eats and good drink, what's not to love about Andersonville? Pismire, proprietor of another fine local blog, has written up an excellent review of some of the highlights. While you're here, be sure to pick up a couple bottles of Mr. Hans' Andersonville Glögg at the liquor store at Foster and Clark. Nineteen percent alcohol by volume, it keeps us Vikings warm on those sub-zero Chicago nights.

- de | 7.12.04 ~ Eating/Drinking

Kanye's Got Two Hands Full

The 47th Annual Grammy Award nominations went out today for 2004, and Chicago-native Kanye West leads the pack with 10 nominations including Song of the Year for "Jesus Walks", Album of the Year for "The College Dropout," and Best New Artist. You can check out all of the categories (including Best Hawaiian Music Album) at the Grammy site. The awards show takes place on February 13, 2005.

- ash | 7.12.04 ~ In the News

Recorded Live!

I've been digging through the Internet Archive's Live Music Archive, grabbing concerts from my favorite bands. There's around 500 concerts recorded in Chicago -- lots of jam bands, but also local acts (such as Andrew Bird, Local H and Dolly Varden) and out-of-towners of various genres (Southern Culture on the Skids, Hank Williams III, Los Lonely Boys and more).

- ah | 7.12.04 ~ Music/Clubs

You Are Beautiful: Inspiring Works

The people behind You Are Beautiful are spreading their message further — with the help of some friends. Inspiring Works is a must see. Be on the lookout, a few You Are Beautiful installations are still up around the city (hint — an excellent one on Ashland, south of North Ave., look closely).

- nh | 7.12.04 ~ Arts/Architecture

More Theories About the 'Windy City'

I grew up believing Chicago had been dubbed "The Windy City" because of our long-winded politicians. Later I learned that historians claimed Charles A. Dana of the New York Sun gave Chicago its famous nickname during the competition to hold the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition. But a New York parking ticket judge says that story is untrue. And Chicago really received its nickname from -- Cincinnati?

- am | 7.12.04 ~ History

Sam's Wine and Extortion Ring?

Sam's Wine & Spirits got hit by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission with a 15-count citation for violations including extortion, running an illegal warehouse and selling to other retailers, the Tribune reports. The ILCC is hoping to settle for a (big) fine, but might revoke Sam's liquor license if the case goes to court.

- ah | 7.12.04 ~ In the News

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