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Noted Chicago musicians Nicholas Tremulis and Jon Langford are the primary rotating hosts of The Eclectic Company, with local and national luminaries from the worlds of television, theater, and film dropping by to serve as special guest hosts. Guest hosts of The Eclectic Company have included Steve Albini, John Doe, Robyn Hitchcock, David Johannsen, a.k.a. "Buster Poindexter," Beck, Alejandro Escovedo and more, playing their favorite music and sharing some of their best stories.
The Eclectic Company is a truly unique listening experience, with each host playing his or her choice of favorite recordings, selected specifically from their personal collections, and sharing experiences and insights with the audience. The spontaneous, intimate setting of the show gives the audience a rare glimpse into the music scene, as well as the lives of some of their favorite performers. When M. Ward was asked some of his favorite things in Pitchfork, he responded " The first one that comes to mind is Eclectic Company on WXRT in Chicago. Great format, great radio station."
Here is what you heard on The Eclectic Company on Tuesday, June 10, 2008:
- SongArtist
- FreakoJesus Jones
- RedCrazyhead
- You'll Be the Death of MeSons of the Soil
- Over YouUndertones
- Another Piece of MeatScorpions
- In the Heat of the MorningDavid Bowie
- Half PintChris Ligon
- OverdueMuse
- Asiko MiniNigerian Police Force Band
- Beauty QueenRoxy Music
- Don't Leave Me Alone With HerSparks
- Hot CornerB-52's
- Screaming TargetBig Youth
- Goo Goo MuckCramps
- Chop SueyRamones w/ Cindy Wilson
- Demon DaysRobert Forster
- 8 BallJody Grind
- SOSRats of Unusual Size
- You Love YouSubcircus
- Little BitchSpecials
- Motel LoverMarvin Sease
- Wish I'd Never Heard Your NameEx Idols
- Summer DaysBob Dylan
- Added FamilyManso Diao
- Culture VultureJesus Jones
This Month's Eclectic Company shows:
Tuesday, July 1
Jon and Nick welcome Alejandro Escovedo, considered one of contemporary music's truly original and unique artists, who will be appearing live at Friday's XRT Free 4th of July Concert at Taste of Chicago.
(Originally aired 11/29/05).
Tuesday, July 8
Nick is joined by veteran Chicago rockers and leaders of two of area's premiere power pop bands of the late '70s and early '80s, Cliff Johnson of Off Broadway and Mimi Bettinis of Pezband.
Tuesday, July 15
Jon is joined by Brigid Murphy of Millie's Orchid Show, along with Heather McAdams and Chris Ligon.
Tuesday, July 22
TBA.
Tuesday, July 29
Jon is joined by Martin Atkins, British-born drummer/record producer/author/photographer/educator best known for his global support and involvement with the so-called industrial metal movement. His multitude of credits include playing in bands like Public Image Ltd, Pigface, Ministry, Nine Inch Nails, and Killing Joke, as well as launching his own label, Invisible Records. |
