A Night at The Metro
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I spent an evening with my good friends, Maps & Atlases at their Metro show with Men, Women and Children, Nurses and RX Bandits.

Not only was it a hell of a good time (and by good time I mean buckets of free Stella and balcony access) but I got to take fun pictures of cute stylish boys in the bands.

Yes, this is a hard job but someone's got to do it.

Click on the links above and give a listen to each one of these bands. You'll realize that these boys are not just a bunch of pretty faces they're also extremely talented musicians.

Have I ever steered you wrong before?

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Dave from Maps & Atlases

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Mike from Russian Circles

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Aaron from Nurses

Eskell Opening Party - 11.03.07
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It couldn't get much better...babes, (free) booze, cute clothes(on sale!) and catering by Mr. Tamales.

Eskell's opening party was so much fun. In case you missed it, here's the scene...

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Great fall look: tweed blazer, big cat belt buckle & blue leather boots. The Catholic school girl in me loved the charm necklace accoutered with a St. Christopher medal and Italian horn...brings me back to my south side days.

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Cute, that 's it. Just plain cute!

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You know it's getting cold outside when you see someone wearing two sweaters, AT ONCE. This fella was channeling a total New England vibe with his cardigan and boat shoes, which I love. His mini ponytail was just icing on the cake.

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Um, seriously, don't you love this poncho?!
Belt + Mexican poncho + black tights = fabulosity(that's not a real word but we can pretend). I've said it time and time again, Accessorize. Take note gals!

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Do I need to say anything here?


Milwaukee Ave. II.
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The Freaks Come Out at Night
Halloween 2k7
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I somehow got roped into going to a dance party in Boystown for part of my Halloween festivities.

Oh wait, I know how it happened.

I went to Sub T for a Flosstradamus show but got turned away, as did many other regulars to their events. Apparently, the barely legals and 30-something, yuppie guys in line, had beat us to the punch and pre-bought tickets online, which sold out the venue.

The change of plans took us across the city to Town Hall Pub, where I found Ronald and Fancy, amongst a sea of trannies and fighting lesbians.

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This high heeled Ronald McDonald sprayed everyone in his path with red glitter, from his ketchup bottle, of course, and wore "cancer babies" on his fry holster.

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When asked what her costume was she said, "Fancy". Duh, that totally makes sense. But seriously, the jacket she had on was vintage Saks Fifth Avenue and completely amazing.

Right after leaving the party, I found this nice "lady" walking the streets in a very unique costume. I had no clue that this is what a "Sexy Little Bride" looked like. I guess we all know now.

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