Michael Heidemann

Sound Sessions speaks with lead singer of the British rock group Squeeze, Glenn Tillbrook.  Host, Michael Heidemann and Glenn Tillbrook dive into Squeeze’s incredible catalog of music spanning nearly 40 years.  Everything from the inspiration of “Up The Junction” to his love for Beyonce.  See Squeeze headline The Chicago Theater with their The Squeeze Songbook Tour on Aug 31st and enjoy this in-depth conversation with legendary singer Glenn Tillbrook here on Sound Sessions! Visit: http://www.MichaelHeidemann.com or https://wgnradio.com/category/wgn-plu… for more great […]

Sound Sessions is pleased to bring on the kick ass Oklahoma rock outfit, Skating Polly.  We dive into the new album “The Make It All Show” and the creative process behind it’s inception.  And stick around until the end of the interview as Skating Polly plays two of their hit songs acoustically live in studio! Visit: http://www.MichaelHeidemann.com or https://wgnradio.com/category/wgn-plu… for more great interviews! Like what you hear?  Have a question or want to get in contact with Sound Sessions Podcast? […]

WGN Radio Producer Michael Heidemann shares the most obscure and wild projects and products found on Kickstarter and Amazon with Steve and the crew.  Everything from the Sequin-Nick-Cage Pillow, the Potato Air B ‘n B to the Ruth Bader Ginsburg Action Figure and the Daddle-Saddle are all covered in this classic segment.

“I’m Not Sure Music Will Save The World, But I Do Know It Helps Get People Through The Nighttime” Musician Brandon Jenner (son of Caitlyn Jenner and Linda Thompson  as well as older brother of Brody and half-brother to Kylie and Kendall) calls up Michael Heidemann (Sound Sessions) to discuss his new EP “Plan On Feelings” releasing on June 14. We also dive into the impact music has had on his life while living with one of the most famous […]

Rise Against | Strap Up Their Acoustic Guitars To Headline Chicago Theater With ‘The Ghost Note Symphonies, Vol. 1’

The adventurous husband and wife duo of Wolf and Moon being their heartfelt dream folk to Chicago to chat with WGN Radio’s Mike Heidemann (Sound Sessions) about the journey they took on their first tour through America to promote the new album  “Before It Get’s Dark”.  Listen in as they share insights on how they captured their unique sound, American music culture and some surprising guests at the shows they’ve played.  *Stay tuned in until the end of the interview […]

(Interview Recorded in Summer 2017) WGN Radio’s Mike Heidemann (Sound Sessions) and Brian Hlavacek sit down with the wildly talented Natalie Bergman of the band Wild Belle.  Composed of siblings Elliot and Natalie Bergman Wild Belle has created a sound that ties in Natalie’s shimmering vocal melody with the groove of Elliott’s smooth musical stylings.  Now, in March 2019 Wild Belle are set to release a new studio album “Everybody One of a Kind” and to tour with Beck, Spoon […]

*repeat repeat | Nashville Darlings Pole-vault Into The Rock Stratosphere With New Album “Glazed”

WGN Radio’s Mike Heidemann (Sound Sessions) catches up with French electronic music duo Gaspard Augé and Xavier de Rosnay better known as JUSTICE at the 2019 SXSW Music Conference.  The pair is releasing their latest work of art in the form of a futuristic concert film co-directed by Andre Chemetoff.  We chat about the inception and inspiration behind the film and their non-stop schedule which led them to this creation.  Plus, the guys touch on their music background, favorite films and connection to Chicago – which they call their favorite scenic city.  True genius though music… Enjoy the interview.

WGN’s Michael Heidemann sits down with Vik Pandya, Meghana Indurti and Tyler  Fowler of Team Us Comedy. They’re promoting their new album “FRIENDS WITH 401(K) BENEFITS”, which releases on iTunes March 6th.  Plus! On the heels of their brand new album they are also throwing a release party with a pop-up show in downtown Chicago.  Be sure to pick up their new album (HERE) and catch a show, you’ll thank me later… Enjoy!  [Info on the pop-up show below] Info:  […]