90s alt rock favorites Too Much Joy coming back to Chicago (Episode 865)

Published: Aug. 4, 2023, 3:11 a.m.

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Too Much Joy returns to the Chicago area for the first time since the late 90s! The band plays Blue Island Beer Company on September 16 for a can\\u2019t-miss show that also includes a performance from Jon Langford and Sally Timms of the Mekons!

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We talk about the band\\u2019s evolution from college rock band to major label artist in the 90s. We cover everything: their KRS-One collaboration (\\u201cGood Kill\\u201d), \\u201cMaking Fun of Bums,\\u201d R.E.M., the band\\u2019s cover of the dreaded Terry Jacks song (\\u201cSeasons in the Sun\\u201d) and the unthinkable things Ace Frehley\\u2019s handlers take care of.

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This band is smart, funny and full of pop smarts. Their Blue Island Beer Company show is essentially a once-in-a-generation opportunity!

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Car Con Carne is presented by Alex Ross Art. Visit alexrossart.com to see his work and get your hands on an original piece.

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Car Con Carne is also sponsored by NINETY DAYS IN THE \'90s (www.90daysinthe90s.com), by Andy Frye. Take the \\u201cGrey Line\\u201d back in time to 90s Chicago and relive all the music, moments and pop culture! Get your copy from Amazon, or wherever awesome books are sold.

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