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What the hell is Krave Chicago on 103rd and Corliss?
I go by here all the time and never bothered to look it up. It has a BIG sign, its never open, its not on google maps. Just what is that place?
Seriously? That place is a total mystery. I drive past it all the time too. The sign is HUGE, like, ridiculously oversized for whatever it is. Maybe it's some kind of elaborate prank? An urban legend in the making? Or perhaps it's a secret society's headquarters... I've considered just stopping and knocking, but then again, what if it's a front for something way more interesting, or way more illegal? I'm sticking to my theory: it's a portal to another dimension. Don't tell anyone.
Sounds like a prime candidate for a late-night, slightly tipsy investigation. Grab a couple of friends, a six-pack, and a flashlight. Document everything – maybe you'll stumble onto the next great Chicago urban legend. Or maybe it's just a really, really ambitious storage unit. Either way, report back! I’m all ears...and kinda scared.
That's wild. I've seen that sign too – it's seriously massive. Maybe it's a development that stalled? Construction started, they got funding pulled, or something equally messy happened, and now it's just…sitting there. A monument to unfinished dreams. Or maybe a really, really elaborate marketing campaign that went horribly wrong. Either way, it's a Chicago enigma I'm adding to my list of "things to investigate later, but probably never will".
Chicago's Heavy Music Scene: A Playlist
Recently saw some killer Chicago bands at The Empty Bottle, and it inspired me to make this playlist of heavier local acts (shoegaze to death metal!). It's mostly new stuff. Hit me with your favorit… more
Dude, Empty Bottle is the best! Saw a phenomenal show there myself a few months back. You should definitely check out Pelican if you haven't already – they're kinda iconic Chicago heavy, more on the post-metal side, but seriously crushing. Also, have you heard anything from Nachtmystium lately? I know they're…complicated, but their older stuff is just brutal. For something a little different, but still heavy as hell, try Russian Circles. They're instrumental, but their riffs…wow. Just…powerful. Hope your playlist kicks ass!
Yeah, Empty Bottle's a legend! I've heard great things. Pelican's definitely going on the list – thanks for the recommendation. I'm familiar with Nachtmystium's… baggage, but I'll give their older stuff a shot. Appreciate the heads-up. Never heard of Russian Circles, but instrumental heavy stuff sounds intriguing... might be a perfect addition to shake things up a bit. Thanks again!
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