#mosquitosjamband #blackdiamonds #sophihafer #chicagomusicscene #chicagomusic

Mike Orfanos percussionists for the Mosquitos Jam Band and Black Diamonds played 4 sets 4 hours in a row and lives to tell about it.

Key Moments from the Podcast:

0:00 Sundance Saloon Review Mosquitos https://www.facebook.com/mosquitos.jamband and Black Diamond Sessions https://www.facebook.com/blackdiamondsessions

3:11 Costa Ricans Show up

3:59 Happy Birthday Donna

5:10 Costa Ricans Playing Together

7:55 Music Movie Clip

8:30 Mike Orfanos played 4 Sets 4 hours

15:50 Sophie Hafer joins Heart of Glass - Innings Festival Ryan Dempster https://www.inningsfestival.com/innings

20:18 Stage 119 https://www.facebook.com/stage119

21:00 What is the best Beatles Tribute Band?

25:00 Cost Ricans playing lovely to see you again

🎉 Dive into the world of rhythm and drama with the HOG POD Podcast's latest episode, where we unveil the Top 100 Musical Movies of All Time! 🎶🎥 From timeless classics to modern masterpieces, we've compiled the ultimate list that every musical lover needs to hear. Whether you're a fan of the golden age of Hollywood, the rock operas of the 70s, or the dazzling productions of the 21st century, this episode has something for everyone.

🔍 Join us as we discuss each movie's impact on the genre, share behind-the-scenes stories, and explore how these films have captured the hearts of audiences around the world. Plus, we'll be featuring exclusive interviews with film experts, critics, and possibly even some stars from the films themselves!

👀 Don't miss out on discovering where your favorites rank and perhaps finding new gems to add to your must-watch list. This special episode is a treasure trove for musical movie enthusiasts and cinephiles alike, offering insights, trivia, and a celebration of musical storytelling on the silver screen.

▶️ Hit play to embark on this melodious journey through cinema history with us. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more content like this from HOG POD. Your ticket to the greatest musical movies of all time awaits you right here!

Key Moments:

0:000:32 Pre Show

1:30 Top Music-Al Movies of all Time List https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/guide/best-musical-movies-of-all-time/

2:43 Mosquitos Show at Whisky River

4:15 Dischord https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090641742292

6:45 Jeff Fite

8:16 Mosquitos Show Sat Feb 3 Sundance Saloon https://www.theoriginalsundancesaloon.com/ 2061 W Maple Ave, Mundelein, IL 60060 (847) 949-0858 

9:27 Black Diamond Sessions

10:00 Mosquitos at Joes Live in Rosemont https://www.joesliverosemont.com/ 5441 PARK PLACEROSEMONT, IL 60018 (847) 261-0392 https://www.facebook.com/joesliverosemont/ https://www.google.com/maps/place/Joe's+Live/@41.9781852,-87.8672817,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xff73759addb620a2!8m2!3d41.9781852!4d-87.8672817?ved=2ahUKEwjL4d7J667fAhXPUt8KHYGdCq8Q_BIwDXoECAIQCA&shorturl=1

10:06 In the flesh Pink Floyd Tribute http://pinkfloydintheflesh.com/

10:40 Deadfest www.deadfestband https://www.facebook.com/Deadfestband

11:15 Heart of Glass Blondie Tribute Schedule

13:28 Two Costa Ricans https://www.facebook.com/TwoCostaRicans do a song Act Naturally " There gonna make a big start outta me"

14:55 Top Music- Al List of all time according to Rotten Tomatoes https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/guide/best-musical-movies-of-all-time/

24:25 Trogg Tapes

28:02 Roman Moroney Bugsy Malone

30:42 First time "Schwing" has been uttered on the show

38:35 Rolling stone 10 great movies that rock

43:07 Two Costa Ricans Playing with the Asteroids

43:50 The Chain Fleetwood Mac Tribute at Des Plaines theater https://desplainestheatre.com/events/the-chain-a-tribute-to-fleetwood-mac-and-rosehill-revival-a-tribute-to-southern-rock/

44:35 Screw Yelp The Two Cost Ricas Schwing!

45:08 Two Costa Ricas Closing out the show tunes

🥁 Welcome to another electrifying episode of the Hog Pod Podcast, hosted by Mike Orfanos, the dynamic percussionist of the Mosquitos Jam Band! Joining Mike are Pete Jansons, bassist of the Heart of Glass Blondie Tribute band, and the talented duo CJ and Todd Costa Rica from the 2 Costa Ricans Band. 🎶

🎤 In this episode, we delve into the pulsating heart of Chicagoland's music scene, featuring exclusive clips, interviews, and a sneak peek into upcoming live shows. Whether you're a die-hard music enthusiast or just looking for your next event, this episode has something for everyone.

Show Notes:

0:000:31 Des Plaines Theater show 1-19-24 thoughts

1:26 Space Face clip hog pod

5:34 Bongo Mike at Whiskey River

8:31 Bobby Sundance Clip

9:15 Heart to Heartbreaker at Sundance

10:14 Sundance Midget Wrestling

11:32 Ed Warm guest feb 6

12:14 Mosquitos Jam Band open for In The Flesh Pink Floyd Tribute 3/1 Joes Live Rosemont https://www.joesliverosemont.com/

12:36 Joey Demarco United Talent Coordinators https://www.facebook.com/unitedtalentcoordinators/

13:52 2 costa ricans join the show

15:10 Moody Blues by the 2 Costa Ricans "lovely to see you my friend"

17:23 Sewd Hop Huntley https://www.sewhopd.com/?fbclid=IwAR349_U9gLdFZU4FOIpoCCkYtuFwfWMqXhGg3Z6LEqVRYNus9t9fKPm7lrc

18:57 Tight Head Brewery https://www.tightheadbrewing.com/home

24:05 Blind Spot https://www.facebook.com/blindspotmchenry https://www.kiefsreef.net/?fbclid=IwAR1g1Z3mcmkQhttbit1QTYUgHZgz_IuM5NXamQjuWF3AU9sdoUWTyCBK1rE https://www.facebook.com/events/656386803116600?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D

24:55 Heart of Glass Blondie Tribute Looking for Keyboardest https://www.indeed.com/job/keyboardist-e3daa5079f504a11

28:30 Mosquitos jam band play whisky river Jan 26 https://www.whiskeyriver-glenview.com/copy-of-events-1 mike is playing sundance saloon dischord Jan 25 https://theoriginalsundancesaloon.com/event/5401277/668110745/dischord-industry-open-jam

31:40 Festivals are being booked now

33:45 Closing Song 2 Costa Ricans CCR Bad Moon Rising

36:08 The Asteroids gig https://www.facebook.com/TheAsteroidsBand

#sundancesaloon #mundelein #bobbycarlsen #localmusic #hogpod #musicpodcast

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Heart of Glass Podcast, affectionately known as HOG POD! In this episode, we delve into the vibrant music scene and the world of bar management with our special guest, Bobby Carlsen, owner of the iconic Sundance Saloon in Mundelein.

https://theoriginalsundancesaloon.com/home

https://www.facebook.com/thesundancesaloon

https://www.instagram.com/theog_sundancesaloon2061 W Maple Ave, Mundelein, IL 60060(847) 949-0858

yes they have midget wrestling 1/18/24 (do not call them little people)

https://theoriginalsundancesaloon.com/event/5367473/664861383/micromania-tour-wrestling-at-sundance

Joining Bobby in this insightful conversation are our dynamic hosts: Mike Orfanos from the Mosquitos Jam Band, Pete Jansons from the Heart of Glass blondie tribute band, and the Costa Rica Brothers, Todd and C.J., from the Two Costa Ricans band.

https://www.heartofglass.band/http://www.mosquitosjamband.com/https://www.facebook.com/TwoCostaRicans

Our episode kicks off with a lively discussion about recent performances, including a captivating clip from CJ and Todd. The conversation quickly shifts to a deeper exploration of the music scene, as Bobby shares his journey in the bar business, the evolution of Sundance Saloon, and the challenges and triumphs of managing a renowned music venue.

Bobby's anecdotes provide a unique glimpse into the world of live music venues, from the intricacies of booking national acts to the importance of supporting local talent. He also sheds light on the significance of social media in promoting live music events in today's digital age.

As we dive into the operational aspects, Bobby gives us a virtual tour of Sundance Saloon, showcasing its multiple stages and discussing the technical and logistical elements that make each performance at Sundance a memorable experience.

The discussion also touches on community relations, the challenges of running a business in the entertainment industry, and the future of live music in a post-COVID world.

Throughout the episode, our hosts engage in a lively and humorous banter, sharing personal experiences and perspectives on the music industry.

This episode is not just for music enthusiasts but also for anyone interested in the behind-the-scenes workings of a successful live music venue. So, tune in, get inspired, and maybe even discover your next favorite hangout spot at Sundance Saloon!

Remember to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes from the Heart of Glass Podcast. Your support keeps the music playing and the conversations flowing!

🎉 Welcome to a rollercoaster episode of H.O.G. POD! 🎙️ This time, it’s a unique blend of tribute bands and an unexpected venue switch! We were all set to play live at Brauer House on Jan 13th, but surprise! 🚨 The venue got sold!

🎸 Hosted by Pete Jansons of Heart of Glass (Blondie tribute) - https://heartofglass.band/ - and co-host Mike Orfanos from Mosquito's Jam Band - http://www.mosquitosjamband.com/, https://www.facebook.com/mosquitos.jamb - this episode is an adventure in adaptability and passion for music! 🥁

🤘 Joining us are our regular guests, the dynamic Costa Rica brothers CJ and Todd - https://www.facebook.com/TwoCostaRicans, https://www.instagram.com/two.costa.ricans.band - plus, Joe Bates from the Ramones Tribute band GMO's - https://punkrockgmos.com/?fbclid=IwAR2G0GLzJljzlspZX7S3jPnpmPj_C-u3P7acZiXkKjsC34ga9rtYnRf3KS8, https://www.facebook.com/punkrockGMOs - and Jeff Wilson from the Bowie tribute band Space Face - https://www.facebook.com/SpaceFaceBowie, https://artistecard.com/SpaceFace?fbclid=IwAR23dGNylQr_aAA2PFLvdCV9qMCx3wa0sM88RwPA3Y619B94abaJlIqWleo 🌟

📽️ Dive in for exclusive chats, fun anecdotes, and maybe even some spontaneous jams! 🎵 Though we missed rocking Brauer House, we're here to bring that concert vibe right to your screen! 🖥️

You can catch GMO's this Saturday at Magoos https://www.facebook.com/events/3561642177408282/?ref=newsfeed

Heart of Glass and SpaceFace will be playing together at the Des Plaines Theater  @DesPlainesTheatre  Friday Jan 19 https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/34751216/blondie-bowie-night-featheart-of-glass-space-face-des-plaines-des-plaines-theatre?fbclid=IwAR0YPZcfRpw04VNPp66bEYONtryg0TT7wr9fgKOp16KJAjh7KhLwoPMlhqQ

Mosquitos next gig is Jan 26 at Whisky River https://www.facebook.com/events/1219855488989455/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D

Two Costa Ricans next gig April 12 Copper Fiddle https://www.facebook.com/events/616713287214699

👍 Follow us for more crazy stories and support your local tribute bands. Check out the links for all bands and their upcoming shows. Let’s keep rocking the music world together! 🤟

#HOGPOD #ChicagoMusic #LiveMusicExplorer #HeartOfGlass #TheMosquitosJamBand #MusicPodcast #ExploreChicago #joeydemarco #bobcozza

Welcome to "HOG POD: Backstage Pass with Mike & Pete - Uncovering Chicago's Hidden Music Gems!" 🎤🎸. Dive into the heart of Chicago's music scene with your host Pete Jansons from the Blondie tribute band, Heart of Glass (HOG), and co-host Mike Orfanos, the dynamic percussionist from The Mosquitos Jam Band.

🎙️ What's Inside This Episode:

Join Pete and Mike as they share their unique experiences and stories from the world of music.

Discover hidden music venues and emerging bands in Chicago that you need to hear.

Learn about the intricacies of live performance, from sound engineering to stage presence.

Celebrate the unsung heroes of the music world, including sound technicians and venue operators.

🎶 Why You Should Listen:

Perfect for music lovers eager to explore Chicago's diverse and rich music scene.

Gain insider knowledge and tips about where to catch the best live music.

Be part of a community that values and supports local artists and venues.

🌃 Supporting the Local Scene:

HOG POD is more than just a podcast; it's a platform to promote and uplift Chicago's music talent.

Every listen and share helps to spotlight the incredible music culture of Chicago.

👍 Join the HOG POD Community:

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Your engagement is crucial in shining a light on Chicago's amazing music talents.

Show Notes:0:000:10 - Introduction to the podcast and its hosts, Pete Jansons and Mike Orfanos.0:17 - Discussion about experiences in their respective bands, Heart of Glass and The Mosquitos Jam Band.0:31 - Mike shares his enthusiasm for attending live music events.1:09 - How Mike uses social media to promote live music and bands.1:49 - Conversation about shared band members and musical collaborations.2:09 - Discussion about the podcast's goal to expose listeners to new bands and venues.3:05 - Mike talks about the formation and evolution of The Mosquitos Jam Band.14:23 - Band Longevity and Audience Expectations.27:01 - Importance of Sound Quality and Engineering in Live Performances.29:00 - Venues and Live Music Scene in the Chicagoland Area.34:46 - Impact of COVID-19 on the Music Industry and Adaptations.39:56 - Upcoming Performances and Venue Highlights.43:53 - Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks.