Alternative Classix - The Blog

CONGRATS SPAIN ON YOUR EURO 2008 WIN! (and, um, no podcast this week)

Congratulations to Spain on their historic Euro 2008 win! What a tournament!!!

Because of the game and other stuff that's kept me away from my responsibilities this weekend, there will be no podcast this week. However, look for a new podcast this weekend (4th of July weekend in the United States!) featuring Gina's news, a new classic/current and all your favorite modern rock hits!

For now, I leave you with the sole goal from today's Euro 2008 (now you know how huge a soccer fan I am) championship game between Spain and Germany from Vienna, Austria. Spain 1, Germany 0.

Have a great week!

DJ Tarsis

Week of June 22, 2008 Podcast

We're back from an extended break and wasting no time to make sure your summer rocks with great stuff by The Comsat Angels, Dead Kennedys, Midnight Oil and Frankie Goes To Hollywood.

Classic/Current features a new single from ABC's (pictured) latest Traffic and Totally Tubular Flashback reminds you that in the '80s, there was nothing better than sitting down to a bowl of your favorite cartoon characters.

A full tracklist - with ITunes Links - can be found here. And send your requests and dedications here.

Also, be sure to catch Alternative Classix LIVE at our Second Life home at the Harmony Cafe in the Cetus Gallery District. A link to Second Life's Web site can be found on this page. Also, be sure to check out our Second Life companion blog for more information!

DJ Tarsis

Back from Vacay, New Podcast Next Week

Greetings Listeners!

Back from a much needed and relaxing vacay. Had a chance to hang with your awesome AC news host, Gina, and we discussed lots of exciting ideas for the AC in the coming months. I won't disclose everything now, but do log on next weekend when we'll have a brand new podcast and maybe some surprises! And remember, if you can't wait that long, you can catch me on Wednesday and Friday nights in the virtual world of Second Life. Check out our SL blog for updates on my live gigs.

DJ Tarsis

Week of June 1, 2008 Podcast

We're entering the halfway point of the year this week with songs to make your summer special, including XTC, Jane's Addiction, The Cure, Human League (pictured), Bob Marley and more!

Classic/Current features a new single from Portishead's latest Third and Totally Tubular Flashback reminds you of an '80s clothing label that got its new wave groove on.

A full tracklist - with ITunes Links - can be found here. And send your requests and dedications here.

Also, be sure to catch Alternative Classix LIVE at our Second Life home at the Harmony Cafe in the Cetus Gallery District. A link to Second Life's Web site can be found on this page. Also, be sure to check out our Second Life companion blog for more information!

DJ Tarsis

Week of May 26, 2008 Podcast

We're back on a Memorial Day Weekend here in the United States, and serving up great stuff by Roxy Music, Stray Cats, Meat Beat Manifesto (pictured), Vis-a-Vis and lots more!

Classic/Current features a new single from Billy Bragg's latest Mr. Love & Justice, Gina has all the latest news on your favorite classic modern rock artists, and Totally Tubular Flashback reminds you of an '80s fashion accessory you'd probably rather forget.

A full tracklist - with ITunes Links - can be found here. And send your requests and dedications here.

Also, be sure to catch Alternative Classix LIVE at our Second Life home at the Harmony Cafe in the Cetus Gallery District. A link to Second Life's Web site can be found on this page. Also, be sure to check out our Second Life companion blog for more information!

DJ Tarsis

Planet Earth Chicago Returns Tomorrow Night!

Many of you will recall my post in early March where - with much sadness - I discussed the cancellation of Planet Earth Chicago, a retro 80's alternative club night hosted by DJ Dave Roberts originally at Chicago's Neo.The creation of the Alternative Classix podcast was in large part inspired by the music and scene which played out for almost eight years at Planet Earth Chicago's Thursday night events there.

Now, I'm pleased to announce that beginning tomorrow night, Planet Earth Chicago returns - this time, at the very cool Subterranean in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood!! Rather than try and explain the details, here's the notice that Dave and Kristine recently posted to their MySpace page:

PLANET EARTH RETURNS SATURDAY MAY 24 @ SUBTERRANEAN!

PLANET EARTH - BRAVE NEW WORLD...SATURDAY MAY 24 @ SUBTERRANEAN!

We crash-land in Wicker Park on Saturday May 24 and we hope you will be there to witness this earth-shaking event! Subterranean is a beautiful bi-level venue with two bars, a lounge area, new-wave-friendly decor, free water, and plenty of room to dance! (Did we mention clean bathrooms?)We can't wait to take photos of people dancing from the balcony because it will look like the opening scene to "The Hunger"!

Photos for our website (and local papers) will be taken so dress up! If you need something new to wear, check out MEDUSA'S CIRCLE located at 3268 N. Clark St. http://www.medusascircle.com We saw some really cool stuff when we dropped off flyer's...go see for yourself!

Bring extra cash on the 24th because LAURIE'S PLANET OF SOUND will be visiting our planet with amazing new wave goodies for you to buy and take home. If you can't wait until the 24th, visit Chicago's coolest independent record store at 4639 N. Lincoln Ave. http://www.lauriesplanetofsound.com...ask for Melissa if you have questions about new wave music...she's a peach!

GILL T. is lending us sound equipment and will be doing amazing lighting effects, KEVIN AND EMILY will be helping with the video projection, and THE SPACE CADET DANCERS will be performing on stage all night long with beautiful costumes and make up! There will be so much going on it's hard to tell you all about it here...so get your ticket today!

Tickets are $5 in advance/ $10 day of show

Yes, you can show up the night of the party and pay $10 at the door, however, it's a first come first serve basis. Subterranean has a strict capacity policy so we suggest getting a ticket because ticket holders are guaranteed entry. Don't forget that this is a 21+ event so bring your valid ID with you!

BUY ADVANCED TICKETS @ http://www.subt.net

DOORS OPEN AT 10pm

We can't wait to dance with you again!

xo
Dave & Kristine

If you're a Chicago-based listener or happen to be visiting the Chicago area this holiday weekend, I hope to see you there -- I'll be wearing my Alternative Classix T-shirt.

DJ Tarsis