Cara's Basement

The Knack is touring right now; they play with The Sweet Thursday, September 24th 2026, at the Des Plaines Theatre. Prescott discusses "Get The Knack" (my favorite album!) in detail, including stories behind some of the songs and how the album hit number 1 on the charts before a single was ever released. Find out what Sharona (a real woman) is up to these days. Turns out they are still friends!

"The Voices of Rock Radio" perform at the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, IL on Friday, May 30th, 2025. This all-star band features former lead singers from well-known classic rock bands, including John Elefante (Kansas), Kevin Chalfant (Journey/Storm), and Fran Cosmo (Boston). They will be performing a mix of classic rock hits from their respective bands. 

Legendary rockers STYX are coming to the Hard Rock in Gary, IN on Friday, October 13. James "JY" Young talks about what to expect at that show, if they would ever play Lollapalooza, and more!  

Eddie Money is diving into the reality TV with his family. It'll be him, his wife, his five kids and eight pets every Sunday night at 8:30pm on AXS-TV. First episode is this Sunday, April 8. Can't wait to see it!

Johnny just became a father and totally gushes about his little girl. He also talks music, but clearly he's a very excited new Daddy! Goo Goo Dolls play Huntington Bank Pavilion in Chicago on Monday, July 24th. He mentions that he and his family will be in town for a few days so keep your eyes peeled from some Johnny sightings!

Barry Manilow has sold over 85 million albums worldwide and been nominated for a grammy every decade since the 1970's. He has a new album, "This Is My Town: Songs Of New York" coming out April 21, 2017. And he pperforms at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, IL May 17, 2017.

You may have seen him front 7th Heaven or with his band Semple in Chicago.  Now the world is experiencing Keith Semple's amazing vocals on The Voice.  He is on Team Adam.  Though he can't spill any dirt on how he progresses on the show, he does share a funny story about running into The Goo Goo Dolls' Johnny Reznik in the bathroom!  Cara spoke with Keith October 20, 2015 as the knockout rounds air on The Voice.  Keith is actually in Chicago watching these episodes since they are pre-recorded.  He describes getting to see Gwen Stefani's reaction to his performance(s) and more! Team Semple on Facebook

Devo performs at The Arcada Theatre in St Charles, IL Saturday June 21, 2014.  This show is a benefit for the family of Robert Casale, Gerald's brother, who passed away suddenly earlier this year.  This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see Devo perform the legendary experimental music the band created between 1974-1977.  This is the first time in 30 years many of the songs have been performed live. In this conversation in Cara's Basement Gerald Casale talks about losing his brother, about his winery, golf, Devo's experience jamming at Lollapalooza and what to expect at the show this Saturday!

The Violent Femmes play Riot Fest in Chicago this Saturday (9/14/13).  They come on stage right after Blondie.  OMG!!  This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Violent Femmes first album...where did the time go? Listen to this quick conversation in the middle of a band rehearsal and you will find out what to expect during Riot Fest (surprise!) and the future of the band, among other things.  Great songs, great band, and a great interview!

Eddie Money plays an unplugged show at City Winery in Chicago Friday, August 9, 2013.