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David 'Honeyboy' Edwards

Jul. 02, 2009

Poet in Residence Kevin Coval recalls how Michael Jackson influenced him during his adolescence. And, Earwig Music founder Michael Frank talks about the past and present of the blues label as he celebrates its 30th anniversary.

Actor with Chicago Roots Karl Malden Dies

Jul. 2, 2009
Karl Malden, a veteran of stage, screen, and television has passed away at the age of 97. He once said he'd “be No. 1 in the No. 2 parts I was destined to get.” Malden was born Mladen Sekulovich in 1912, in Chicago's Serbian enclave.

The Horse’s Ha Perform Live

Jul. 2, 2009
Chicago band The Horse's Ha chats about their new album, Of the Cathmawr Yards out on Hidden Agenda Records, and performs live from our Jim and Kay Mabie Performance Studio.

Poet Kevin Coval Gets a Little Inspiration from the King of Pop

Jul. 2, 2009
Eight Forty-Eight's Poet in Residence Kevin Coval recalls how the King of Pop helped him through a pivotal moment in his adolescence. Coval is the author of the recent collection, Everyday People.Event:Keven Coval reads at The Exchange, taking place

A Little Celebrity Obsession Can Do Us Good

Jul. 2, 2009
Whether it's Neverland Ranch, or Elvis Presley's Graceland, these places symbolize people's fascinations with celebrities, especially in death.

Chicago-Based Earwig Music Celebrates 30 Years

Jul. 2, 2009
Chicago-based Earwig Music celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. Earwig's been home to elder statesmen of the blues like Sunnyland Slim, Big Jack Johnson, the Jelly Roll Kings, and David “Honeyboy” Edwards.

Lobbyists Join Lawmakers During Budget Talks

Jul. 2, 2009
Illinois lawmakers will return to the state Capitol on July 14 to continue work on an overdue budget. And, lobbyists from towns across the state will also be heading to Springfield. They aim to get the attention and more importantly the budget allocations of lawmakers.