Blake Smith of beloved Chicago alt rock band Fig Dish joins me in my backyard for grilled brats and beer, which is what one consumes when making a big announcement.



The big announcement?

*Fig Dish returns with first new music in over 27 years.

*The new album, Feels Like the Very First Two Times, releases on 9/6/24 on Forge Again. Preorders available now.

*Live show: GMan 9/6, tickets on sale Friday 6/14

*New single, "Burn Bright for Now," available for listening now

Blake and I have known each other forever, so this chat was a blast for me to host.

FIG DISH IS BACK!

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Blake Smith of beloved Chicago alt rock band Fig Dish joins me in my backyard for grilled brats and beer, which is what one consumes when making a big announcement.
 
The big announcement?
*Fig Dish returns with first new music in over 27 years.
*The new album, Feels Like the Very First Two Times, releases on 9/6/24 on Forge Again.<a href="https://forgeagainrecords.bandcamp.com/album/feels-like-the-very-first-two-times"> Preorders</a> available now.
*Live show: GMan 9/6, tickets on sale Friday 6/14
*New single, "Burn Bright for Now," available for listening now
Blake and I have known each other forever, so this chat was a blast for me to host.
FIG DISH IS BACK!
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Car Con Carne is sponsored by Easy Automation: easy-automation.net
 
Transform your living space with cutting-edge home automation. Experience seamless control over audio/video, lighting, climate, security, and more. Embrace the future of smart living – your home, your rules.
 
Get a quote by visiting easy-automation.net, or give Dan a call at 630.730.3728

Car Con Carne is an award-winning interview podcast hosted by legendary Chicago media personality James VanOsdol (Q101, WXRT, WGN, WLUP). Hosted in James's car, at live events, restaurants, brewpubs and recording studios, Car Con Carne offers engaging and honest conversations with people you want to know, mostly from the world of music.

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Fig Dish is back (Episode 963)

“I’m ready to go if you’re ready to go-whoa.”



You Died’s new album, “Machine Learning,” is out, and Fred Frey from the band returns to Car Con Carne to talk about it.



See You Died in their record release show at Reggie’s on Friday, November 15!



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“I’m ready to go if you’re ready to go-whoa.”
 
You Died’s new album, “Machine Learning,” is out, and Fred Frey from the band returns to Car Con Carne to talk about it.
 
See You Died in their record release show at Reggie’s on Friday, November 15!
 
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Car Con Carne is sponsored by Easy Automation.
Safety and security are things you and I want, need and expect. What if you could always come home to a well-lighted house knowing that you and everyone inside were safe?
 
Or know that the package you were waiting on was delivered and secured.
 
Embrace the future of smart living. Empower your home with intuitive control. Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net.

You Died brings the ‘post-apocalyptic cyberpunk dance party’ (Episode 1003)

Damager (Dan Stewart, Garrison Krotz, Ryan Pollock, Adam White) just released their full debut album, “Forever or Else,” and jumped in the car to talk about it.

We talk about the “red thread” that ties the songs together, the “Chicago-ness” of the band, and the album’s recurring character.

See Damager at SubT on December 12!

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Safety and security are things you and I want, need and expect. What if you could always come home to a well-lighted house knowing that you and everyone inside were safe?



Or know that the package you were waiting on was delivered and secured.



Embrace the future of smart living. Empower your home with intuitive control. Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net.

Damager (Dan Stewart, Garrison Krotz, Ryan Pollock, Adam White) just released their full debut album, “Forever or Else,” and jumped in the car to talk about it.
We talk about the “red thread” that ties the songs together, the “Chicago-ness” of the band, and the album’s recurring character.
See Damager at SubT on December 12!
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Car Con Carne is sponsored by Easy Automation.
Safety and security are things you and I want, need and expect. What if you could always come home to a well-lighted house knowing that you and everyone inside were safe?
 
Or know that the package you were waiting on was delivered and secured.
 
Embrace the future of smart living. Empower your home with intuitive control. Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net.

Damager prepares to ‘rock forever or else’ (Episode 1002)

Chris Greene is one of Chicago’s A-list sax players, and his band, Chris Greene Quartet, just put out their first album in 7 years, “Conversance.”



It’s also the first-ever jazz release for long-running local indie label Pravda Records, and it’s a win for both parties.



I met Chris at Prairie Moon in Evanston - 1635 Chicago Ave, and owner Rob Strom joined us for conversation over some of the best catfish nuggets and tenders I’ve ever had. Visit Prairie Moon in person for a full menu that showcases the best of American cuisine.

https://www.prairiemoonrestaurant.com/



Chris and I talked about “Conversance” in detail, including its accessibility to new jazz fans. We also talked about his bandmates and how the four of them make amazing music together. Rounding out the Chris Greene Quartet:



Damian Espinosa - piano and keyboards

Marc Piane - bass

Steve Corley -drums and percussion 



Visit Chris online:

chrisgreenejazz.com

instagram.com/chrisgreenejazz

facebook.com/chrisgreenejazz



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Or know that the package you were waiting on was delivered and secured.



Embrace the future of smart living. Empower your home with intuitive control. Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net.

Chris Greene is one of Chicago’s A-list sax players, and his band, Chris Greene Quartet, just put out their first album in 7 years, “Conversance.”
 
It’s also the first-ever jazz release for long-running local indie label Pravda Records, and it’s a win for both parties.
 
I met Chris at Prairie Moon in Evanston - 1635 Chicago Ave, and owner Rob Strom joined us for conversation over some of the best catfish nuggets and tenders I’ve ever had. Visit Prairie Moon in person for a full menu that showcases the best of American cuisine.
<a href="https://www.prairiemoonrestaurant.com/">https://www.prairiemoonrestaurant.com/</a>
 
Chris and I talked about “Conversance” in detail, including its accessibility to new jazz fans. We also talked about his bandmates and how the four of them make amazing music together. Rounding out the Chris Greene Quartet:
 
Damian Espinosa - piano and keyboards
Marc Piane - bass
Steve Corley -drums and percussion 
 
Visit Chris online:
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Car Con Carne is presented by Easy Automation.
 
Safety and security are things you and I want, need and expect. What if you could always come home to a well-lighted house knowing that you and everyone inside were safe?
 
Or know that the package you were waiting on was delivered and secured.
 
Embrace the future of smart living. Empower your home with intuitive control. Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net.

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