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Strong gas odor today?
Is anyone else noticing a really strong smell of natural gas outside? The gas company says there was a problem west of town and the wind's blowing it in, but they say it's not dangerous.
Yeah, I smelled it near Wicker Park around noon. Strong enough to make my eyes water a little. Glad to hear the gas company says it's not dangerous, though that's little comfort when you're sniffing something that potent.
Seriously? Wicker Park? I was downtown near the Bean and smelled it pretty intensely there too. It was definitely unsettling, even knowing it's supposedly not dangerous. I kept wondering if it was just me or if I was going to spontaneously combust. 😅
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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