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The Kind, a Chicago home-grown band that worked to generate a more than regional hit. We meet and talk with Frank Capek, lead guitarist for the band.

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Pezband was an American power pop band formed in 1971 in the Chicago suburb of Oak Park, Illinois.

The ensemble began in the fall of 1971 when four Oak Park musicians teamed up to jam on covers of songs by The Yardbirds, Kinks and Peter Green-era Fleetwood Mac. The original lineup consisted of Mimi Betinis (guitar and lead vocals), Mick Rain (drums and vocals), John Pazdan (guitar, piano and vocals), and Mike Gorman (bass and vocals).

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Mitch Michaels is an American rock and roll radio radio personality who has helped define the Chicago radio landscape for more than 45 years. Known for his contributions to many spots on the Chicago radio dial, he is most prominently known for helping start WXRT-FM and for his work at WKQX-FM, WLUP-FM "The Loop" and WCKG-FM in Chicago. Mitch has been on the air since his first radio job at WHFS-FM in Bethesda, MD in 1968. He is currently the afternoon drive host on WERV-FM 95.9 "The River" in Aurora, IL.

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This week bring us Strung Out Chicago’s Ultimate 70's Musical Experience.

They've dug through the incredible treasure trove of classic 70's music that other bands overlook and found the greatest songs that are as diverse as the decade itself!  Rock, soul, funk and fantastic One Hit Wonders that are instantly recognizable and deeply woven into the fabric of our culture and our memories.

Since 2012, Strung Out has been capturing the attention of a large following, as well as clubs, festivals and corporate event planners throughout the area.  Strung Out recreates the songs and their era with a happy, entertaining, and engaging show that has you singing and dancing along.  It's a whole night of "Wow, I remember that one!” moments.  And the addition of the electric cello, creates a fresh and amazing sound that breaks the mold of every other classic rock band. Go to a Strung Out show and see for yourself!

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We sat down with Kevin and Keg Giragosian, The Neverly Brothers. Quite the educational interview.  We learned a bit of the history of Rock n Roll, from the 50's until the British Invasion.

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This week we bring you Chicago's very own Tommy Scheckel.  The original drummer for Jonathon Brandmeiers Leisure Suits, and for 27 years he kept the beat going for The Buckinghams.  In 2010 he joined Paul Revere and The Raiders and continues to rock the world over with them.

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There are sweet grooves, good grooves, and great grooves – and then there’s the Cadillac Groove. Jump into the purple caddy for a fun ride through Southern Rock, Blues, Funk, R&B, Soul, and all points in between. You’ll find yourself singing along as Cadillac Groove puts their unique, high energy touch on the songs you know and love!

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This week we join Jim Peterik (Ides of March, Survivor, Pride of Lions, World Stage).  Jim fills us in on a bunch of great stories from the Ides days until now.  Something you don't want to miss!

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This week we get together with long time Chicago favorites M&R Rush.

M&R Rush had its beginnings in the early 70's, when a group of five high school friends from Chicago's Roseland neighborhood had a dream of making it in the music business. It wasn't long before M&R Rush had won a couple of "Battle of the Bands" contests and started to build a following.

Did they play at your high school?

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Joining us today is Tom Tynan, Ted Phillips and Jeff Redmann of Tynan. Tynan is an 10 piece horn driven rock band playing classic to current hits along with originals off their new CD Shirley Jeanne. Find them on Facebook and at www.tynanrocks.com  

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