Carl Sandburg once wrote of Chicago, “They tell me you are wicked and I believe them,” but that wasn’t necessarily a dis. The storied poet and historian subsequently breaks down a laundry list of Windy City...

At 11 years old, Aaron Mansfield picked up a guitar and started strumming as loud as possible at a local guitar shop, having no clue what a chord was or how to coordinate his hands to do two different things. He believed...

Quite a high energy episode this time! Need one every once in a while! This one has some punk rock, glam rock and rock. Enjoy! Also, come and visit me at bounceradio.net Live every Monday 11pm est/10pm cst/ 8pm pst! Set...

Millions have seen Dot Dot Dot. Chicago’s hottest band was chosen from thousands to participate in Fox Television’s “The Next Great American Band”, which aired nationally in 2007. Featuring the...

These are words that have been used to describe Algren, a fresh rock band from Chicago that has burst onto the local music scene with their unique blend of introspective lyrics, searing guitar riffs, grooving rhythms and...

From Chicago, IL., Sarah VonderHaar has been a busy girl! She has been a contestant on America’s Top Model, photographed her first Forbes magazine spread, acted in a film and now just finished her debut album! Released...

Olaus is a guitarist and songwriter who hails from the Chicagoland area and has been writing and performing since before the turn of the millenia. His current full-length album, Abort, features a wide array of songwriting...

If you missed my LIVE show here is a taste of what I had on! It was a little nerve wracking but, I am excited to do it every Monday! Come join me sometime and also check out the other shows that are on BOUNCE Radio….Net...

From Youngstown, Ohio, Relic is for sure your ultimate DIY band! They finance, promote and book everything themselves! With strong melodic riffs and heartfelt lyrics, they bring Hard Rock, Alternative and Metal to a...

Here is my first promo for my LIVE show on bounceradio.net! BOUNCE/IR Chicago Promo #1...

Premiere Week Starts Monday night!! Posted by Jammin John on April 19th, 2008 All this week we have bunch of new shows making their start here on Bounce Radio. It all kicks off Monday night with our very first new show...

Jen Porter, born and raised in Chicago, has been compared to the soulfulness of Janice Joplin, intensity of Fiona Apple, attitude of Alanis Morrisette and the pop sensibilities of Vanessa Carlton. Powerhouse vocals and...

Music Remyx 4 April 18th, 2008 Hosted by Kara from Insomnia Radio: Chicago, here are the podcasts that were featured on the show Paulie Podcaster from Digivegas Zack “The Mothman” Daggy from Mothpod Mike Willis from...

Paper Arrows was born in a Chicago attic studio in the Winter of 2007. What started as a group of quiet songs by Joe Goodkin (Burn Rome Burn), soon absorbed the production and instrumental talents of Jay Marino (Buddy...

From Chicago, a Powerpop band named The Krinkles are getting back together! They have a couple Reunion shows coming up! One is at Phyllis’ Musical Inn on Friday, April 18 at 9pm and the other is Saturday April 19 at...

Voodoo Loons – Downhill Voodoo Loons, found in 2005, consists of founder, singer, songwriter and guitarist Dennis O’Hagan, Bill McCarthy on Drums and Chris Hooks on bass. The debut album, Euphobia released in December...

After spending the last couple of years hustling it out in rehearsal studios and rock clubs throughout the Midwest, Indignant has arrived as a 5 piece band dead set on the revival of music that’s both informed &...

Hey everyone! To all the bands, record companies and managers! I just wanted to let you guys know that I have the oportunity in becoming a DJ on an online radio station! I will not get paid for this! It is a commercial...

This episode I play some Indie Electro, Downtempo and Trip Hop tracks. If you are a big fan of The Chillcast or Dave’s Lounge this is an episode for you! I feature three bands from Chicago and two a little out of my...

Hey Guys! Yes I am back and feeling better than ever!! This episode has a lot of AWESOME music that will rock your socks off! I will share an update about my surgery and share BIG news about the future for...

A few of you were wondering where you can get the IR Chicago mug that you saw in the last show image! Well here ya go! Not only can you get the mug but, you can also get tees, sweatshirts, clock, teddy bear and more! Just...

IR Chicago – Getting Lost in the Music [audio:https://insomniaradio.net/audio/irchicago-gettinglostinthemusic.mp3] I have been listening to my mp3 player A LOT these days! This is a collection of songs that when...

[audio:https://insomniaradio.net/audio/irchicagospotlight-rueroyale.mp3] This special show I spotlight on a Folk-Pop duo from Chicago. Rue Royale is the name of this duo, Brookln and Ruth Dekker. They have recently...

Window Licker Records and MP Shows are having a benefit show for the NIU tragedy at Otto’s in Dekalb this coming Sunday, Feb. 24th! It is a 21+ show starting at 8:00pm with a cover charge of $5! There will be five...

Jack Hosley from Wander Radio is bringing you some great music from the Mid western area! Thank you Jack for filling in for me! The process is underway for my surgery. I will keep you guys updated. Set...

This is a little announcement that I did the day after I found out about a surgery that needs to be done for me. It will be a little scary but, will have a very positive ending to 9 yrs of off and on pain. Plus, will...

Getting a little hardcore in this episode! We get to hear 2 bands from Illinois and 1 from Wisconsin! LET’S ROCK! Set List When After Comes – Spiral Trance Maybe – A.D.D. The Path – A.D.D. Monster...

Off of the label Window Licker Records this is Dropped Once a Reggae/Ska band! Enjoy! Songs Featured Some Win Derail IR Chicago Double Shot – Dropped Once mp3...

I am very excited about this episode! Nine AWESOME tracks on this one! Also, I talk about some exciting news in the IR Family! Set List Uncle Sam – Stereo Deluxe Violent Skies – Flowers for Dorian Love Remains...

Here is the second mixtape installment! Enjoy! Collapse – Ash Avenue El Dorado – Animate Objects Derail – Dropped once Audio and Murder – The Frantic In My Veins – Admiral Twin The Cornflake...

Have a happy and safe holiday! See you in 2008! Set List Christmas Wish- Gidgets Ga Ga Little Drummer Boy – Michael...

In this episode we get to hear 4 more great rockin’ bands! One from Oklahoma and 3 from the Chicagoland area! Also, I will take you back to the past! Set List In My Veins by Admiral Twin Not For Nothing by The...