Dan Clingman came into the studio way back in June and we recorded a Podcast that somehow or another I misplaced. Dan, ever the patient man reminded me recently that it had never been posted. Well, here it is and my apologies to Dan. Enjoy this songwriter's excellent music and lyrics.To see Dan's other videos from this Podcast, go to CAU's Video Channel

Ator Forty is a group of young lads from the Midwest with one goal; to write and play music that is simple, honest, fun and creative. A combination of experimentation and new ideas, while also saluting music traditions of the past results in music that has a little something for everyone. The Ator Forty's first studio album is due in early fall 2012.

With his band the Strangers and Saints Matthew Scharpf has once again established himself as one of Chicago's must see acts. Their New Folk sound, reminiscent of The Beatles, Counting Crows, Del Amitri, and Paul Westerberg, is highlighted by Matthew's poignant songwriting and the Strangers Saints hard hitting rhythm section, while their energy and passion for music is evident in their live performances.Be sure to catch Matthew on the 3rd Thursday of every month, which is this coming December 20th at the Friendly Tap, 6733 W. Roosevelt Road, Berywn, IL

Chicago native Jesse Wheeler now living in Brazil came into the studio with the band Tanaman Dul. Their home base is Brasilia. Irish music in Brazil you say, yes and as you will see and hear, excellent Irish music. They are a ton of Fun!!!!

Honey and The 45s is a Chicago-based 5-piece band that combines elements of folk, blues, funk, and soul. Their powerful vocals, poetic lyrics, and pocket grooves deliver a sometimes playful, sometimes somber sound like nothing you've heard before.

With the new release of his 4th independent Record. Richey's poignant lyrics, melodies, and radio smash hits have the music industry taking notice of his latest Self titled "RL" album and has been gaining buzz and quite the following. For the new record Richey Collaborated with some of the music industry's top producers: Tracks Co-Produced by Russ T Cobb(Avril Levigne, Pink, Butch Walker...), and with HiTPLAY- Emmy Grammy Award winning production team with over 15,000,000 albums sold world wide(25 RIAA Certified Gold/Platinum Records).

Somewhere on the way between the quiet wheat fields of Kansas and the steely towers of Chicago, Anita Chase and Sheela Reddy went just a little bit mad.

Last Spring I had the great pleasure to have Anna and her excellent band in for a Podcast. You have the opportunity to see this lovely Woman on November 23rd at Martyr's 3855 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL at 8 PM along with another Chicago Treasure, Phil Angotti, and the CD Release performance by FALLDOWN.Check out all of Anna's and over 200 other videos at The CAU Video Channel

Come join the CAU Crew at Goose Island Wrigleyville Saturday November 10th at 9 PM for the return of Simpleton Cityfolk. In the meantime, take a listen to a fun Podcast we recorded this past summer.

Come join the CAU Crew for Birdy's "Magic Days" Album Release Sunday Nov 4th at Schuba's. Joining them is Chicago's premier Folk Troubadour Mr. Mark Dvorak. This is an all ages show starting at 7 PM. For the $10.00 admission you get a copy of their new album. I'll see you there.