I just heard about the sale of 101.1 FM, locally known as Q101, Chicago's Alternative, to Merlin Media. The new owners plan to revamp the station as a news/talk station.
For those not in the know, Q101 is the most popular alternative rock station in the Chicagoland area. Their playlist includes classics such as Metallica, Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins and vintage Foo Fighters, as well as emerging acts such as Anberlin, Saosin, Middle Class Rut, Bayside, and Escape the Fate. The station also dedicates a segment on Sunday nights to local bands who are trying to get their name out there.
The loss of this station will create a gaping void in Chicago radio. The new owners must acknowledge that they will be alienating a huge group of listeners, from young punks to older rockers.
Q101 is the station for anything alternative. We must not let it die.
http://www.change.org/petitions/save-chicagos-rock-stations
Please sign this petition. Save Q101.
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Friday, June 24, 2011
It's all in the name
The anonymous comment was correct - This blog was named after a lyric from the song Paperthin Hymn by Anberlin.
August evenings bring solemn warnings to remember
To kiss the ones you love good night.
You never know what temporal days may bring
So laugh, love, live free and sing.
When life is in discord,
Praise ye the Lord.
In other news, good job to the New York legislation for passing the same-sex marriage bill. Whatever makes you happy in this life is what you should strive for.
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Opening Post
Why did I start this blog? It's something I'd been thinking about for a little bit now. Mostly due to a desire to put my thoughts out there, and hope someone can take something away from them. Maybe someone will think, "Hey, that's an interesting thought." or "I didn't know other people felt that way."
Who am I? I am a college student presently residing in Chicago, Illinois, USA. I am working towards a bachelor's degree in chemistry with a minor in astronomy. I have three cats - one skinny, one fat, and one in the middle. I am also a vegan.
Finally, why did I name my blog Temporal Days? ...Maybe that should be addressed in my next post. If you have any guesses, post them in the comments. First person to answer correctly wins an e-card.
Who am I? I am a college student presently residing in Chicago, Illinois, USA. I am working towards a bachelor's degree in chemistry with a minor in astronomy. I have three cats - one skinny, one fat, and one in the middle. I am also a vegan.
Finally, why did I name my blog Temporal Days? ...Maybe that should be addressed in my next post. If you have any guesses, post them in the comments. First person to answer correctly wins an e-card.
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