Cara's Basement

  1. James JY Young of Styx chats with Cara Carriveau2023/03/25

    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!

  2. Eddie Money talks about Real Money2018/04/06

    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!
  3. Johnny Rzeznik from Goo Goo Dolls chats with Cara Carriveau2017/07/19

    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!
  4. Barry Manilow talks songwriting, his first break in Chicago, upcoming concerts and more!2017/03/17

    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.
  5. Keith Semple2015/10/20
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  6. DEVO founding member Gerald Casale2014/06/17
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  7. Violent Femmes2013/09/11
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  8. Eddie Money2013/08/06

    Eddie Money plays an unplugged show at City Winery in Chicago Friday, August 9, 2013.
  9. Everybody Wang Chung Tonight!2013/07/21

    Jack Hues from Wang Chung finally explains what it means to Wang Chung tonight !!!

    Wang Chung has a new album out, TAZER UP...get info at www.WangChung.com

    Wang Chung plays with The Fixx at the Arcada Theatre in St Charles, IL Friday July 26 2013
  10. Nazareth's Dan McCafferty2013/06/06
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  11. Adam Ant2013/02/08
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  12. Paul Raymond from UFO2013/02/02

    UFO happens to be one of my favorite bands so it was a thrill to have a conversation with Paul Raymond as their recent tour kicked off in Chicago!
  13. Courteney Cox and the cast of Cougar Town2013/01/08
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  14. John Taylor from Duran Duran2012/10/15
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  15. Lovehammers Marty Casey Dino Kourelis2012/09/22

    Marty Casey and Dino Kourelis chat with Cara Carriveau about their upcoming gig opening for Slash, their new album, and preview their new song "Drugs". (song starts at 7:34 )

    See Lovehammers live:
    9/28/12.....Riviera Theatre, Chicago (opening for Slash)
    12/1/12.....Joes, Chicago (CD Release Party)

    More from Lovehammers: www.Lovehammers.com

  16. Tracii Guns2012/08/29

    He put the "guns" in Guns N' Roses and L.A. Guns . His rock and roll resume' is soooooooo long. Tracii Guns is in Cara's Basement to introduce his new band, League Of Gentlemen .

    In the Chicago area, come see the 2012 League Of Gentlemen on tour:

    Sept 14 at Bada Brew...Crest Hill, IL

    Sept 15 at Bar 3...Rockford, IL

    Sept 16 at Bay Billiards...Fox Lake, IL
  17. Adam Ant2012/08/10

    This interview was a dream come true! Adam Ant has a new band, new album and new tour! it's been a long 16 year wait. He comes to the Cubby Bear in Chicago on October 13, 2012.

    Adam Ant & the Good, the Mad and the Lovely Posse

    Get more tour infomation at http://www.adam-ant.net
  18. Tom Drummond from Better Than Ezra2012/07/23

    Better Than Ezra plays 101.9 WTMX The MIX 's "Jammin' at the Zoo" this Friday at Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago, IL.

    Click HERE for more info and to purchase tickets!
  19. Adam Sandler2012/06/15

    Adam Sandler was in Chicago for the premiere of "That's My Boy" on Thursday, June 14, 2012. He stopped on the red carpet to chat with Cara Carriveau from 101.9 WTMX "The MIX" about what it was like to work with Andy Samdberg, who plays Adam's son in the movie.

    That's My Boy opens June 15, 2012. Rated R.

  20. Phillip Phillips2012/06/05
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  21. Alanis Morissette2012/05/24

    Alanis Morisette is releasing her first album in four years. "Havoc And Bright Lights" will be released in August, but you can already download Guardian from iTunes. In this quick conversation she talks about the meaning of that song and album title, attatchment parenting, and how quickly she is able to write a song.
  22. Dee Snider, Shut Up And Give Me The Mic2012/05/11
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  23. Adele2011/12/24
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  24. Tom Higgenson of Plain White T's2011/10/29

    Be sure to grab your free download of The House On Shady Lane : www.PlainWhiteTs.com or www.TheHouseOnShadyLane.com

    Plain White T's play The House Of Blues in Chicago Sunday, October 30, 2011.
  25. Evanescence2011/10/21


    Evanescence plays The Congress Theatre in Chicago on Saturday, October 22, 2011.

  26. Duran Duran2011/10/12

    Simon Le Bon and Roger Taylor of Duran Duran chat about many things...how Danny DeVito and Donald Trump like to rock out at their shows...and more!

    Duran Duran plays The Chicago Theatre on Friday, October 21, 2011.
  27. Sara Bareilles2011/09/29

    Sara Bareilles plays the Riviera Theatre in Chicago on 10/11/2011.
  28. Chan Kinchla from Blues Traveler2011/08/16

    Blues Traveler plays the Raue Center For The Arts in Crystal Lake, IL on Sunday, August 21, 2011. Chan Kinchla talks about that show, their 25th anniversary next year, what it's like touring with kids, how cool Bruce Willis is, and more!
  29. R.I.P. Jani Lane2011/08/12

    Jani Lane was found dead in a hotel room in Woodland Hills, California. He was a great dad, great rocker, and a great friend. I spoke with a shared mutual friend of ours, Billy McCarthy ( he was Billy Dior in The D'Molls ), about this sudden sad news...
  30. Marc Roberge from OAR2011/07/29

    OAR will release their seventh album, "King", on 8-2-11. They play a sold out show in Chicago that same night. Marc Roberge checks in from his hotel room to describe the heartache and pain that went into recording the new album, what it's like to tour with Dave Matthews, and more...
  31. Patrick Stump2011/07/22
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  32. Adam Levine2011/06/29

    Here's a phone conversation just a few hours before the big finale of "The Voice", where Adam Levine is one of the four coaches. It's a great show...let's go Team Adam! Maroon 5 headlines two sold out shows at Ravinia Jun3 30/July 1.
  33. Uncle Kracker2011/06/08
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  34. Material Re-Issue2011/04/18
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  35. Michael Franti and Spearhead head to Mexico2011/02/02
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  36. Avril Lavigne2011/01/21

    Avril Lavigne has a new album coming out March 8, "Goodbye Lullaby" . The debut of her 3D video for the first single "What The Hell" airs this Sunday night (January 23) on ABC Family.

    We chat about her new album, the cool 3D video, her Abbey Dawn clothing line, and tour plans!
  37. Timothy Ferriss "The 4-Hour Body"2011/01/13
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  38. Jordan Knight from New Kids On The Block2010/11/20

    Holy cow...

    New Kids On The Block is touring with Backstreet Boys ! They play the United Center in Chicago on June 17. Jordan Knight describes what to expect - a total collaboration between the two bands and an amazing stage set-up. He also chats about NKOTB's influence on the "boy band" craze and much more...
  39. The Ready Set2010/11/12
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  40. Adam Levine of Maroon 52010/10/20

    Maroon 5 singer Adam Levine talks to WTMX about his experience with bullying and his current anti-bullying efforts, his admiration of One Republic , and the possiblity of performing naked onstage!

    Maroon 5 plays the UIC Pavillion in Chicago Wednesday, 10/27/10.
  41. Marc Roberge of O.A.R.2010/10/15

    I tried to get Marc Roberge from O.A.R. to spill details on WTMX about The Axe Music "One Night Only" Concert that O.A.R. headlines this Tuesday, October 19, 2010. There are going to be a lot of surprises!

    If you'd like to win tickets check out The Official 101.9fm THE MIX Facebook page .
  42. Linda Blair, The Exorcist2010/10/06
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  43. Geoff Tate of Queensryche2010/09/28
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  44. Lee DeWyze 2010/09/22

    Last season's American Idol winner and local hero Le e DeWyze returns to Arlington Race Track to perform this Friday, September 24, 2010. Get more details and purchase tickets at www.ArlingtonPark.com

    He talks with WTMX about how it felt to perfom in front of over 40,000 fans last spring when he played at Arlington Park...how hard he's been working on his new album...and more!
  45. Daughtry2010/09/20

    Septembe r is the latest release off of Daughtry 's "Leave This Town" album. Chris Daughtry and guitarist Josh Steely talk to WTMX about the making of that song, what it's like to be a parent and rock star, why they don't rush out albums and more...
  46. BATMAN! Adam West2010/08/17
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  47. Kevin Jonas of The Jonas Brothers2010/08/02

    The Jonas Brothers begin their North American tour Saturday, August 7, 2010 in Tinley Park, IL. Kevin checked in from rehearsal in Peoria, IL to talk about the tour...and also how they stay healthy while on the road, how much they love softball, Camp Rock 2, and how LOUD their fans are!
  48. Aerosmith's Tom Hamilton2010/07/23

    Tom Hamilton, bass player of Aerosmith, explains the continuing passion for music the band shares...and how being in the same band forever is even harder than being in the same marriage forever!!
  49. Gin Blossoms2010/07/05


    This weekend (July 10-11, 2010) is "BURGER FEST " in Roscoe Village (on Belmont at Damon in Chicago, IL). Let's see...Burgers + Beer + AWESOME MUSIC.......I am so there!!!

    The band headlining on Sunday is GIN BLOSSOMS. I spoke with founding member Jesse Valenzuela - such a great guy and such a great band. Click HERE to see the complete music line-up.

  50. Twilight saga: ECLIPSE actors BooBoo Stewart/Tinsel Korey2010/06/29
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  51. Michael Franti2010/06/22

    Michael Franti talks about how he wrote his hit song Say Hey (I Love You) in Woody Harrelsons bathroom...why he hasn't worn shoes in ten years...and more!

    Michael Franti plays two MIX concert events in Chicago on Friday, June 25-

    Free lunchtime concert outside at noon on the plaza at the John Hancock Center
    Jammin' At The Zoo with Lifehouse at the Lincoln Park Zoo

  52. Tre Cool from Green Day2010/06/07

    Green Day's new ROCK BAND game comes out June 8, 2010. Holy cow it's gonna be AWESOME! Drummer Tre Cool describes the incredible graphics and what went into making the game. He also talks about the irony of long ago being the very first band in the lineup at Lollapalooza , and this year being the headliner. My, how things have changed!
  53. Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band2010/04/30

    Gary Sinise brings his Lt. Dan Band to the Hard Rock Cafe' in Chicago Friday, May 7, 2010.

    Get all the details on the concert here: http://www.USVAP.org

  54. Edwin McCain2010/04/05

    Edwin McCain play's a MIX CONCERT EVENT at The Cubby Bear in Chicago Friday, April 9, 2010.

    We chat about his wedding-singer tendencies, his close relationships with REO Speedwagon and Styx , plus his touring for the troups...and of course his sweet accent!
  55. The Fold2010/02/11
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  56. Everclear2010/01/08

    Everclear will play at The House Of Blues in Chicago January 27, 2010.
  57. Rick Springfield2009/12/04

    Rick Springfield is on tour and will play a show in Elgin, IL on Dec 4, 2009. He's also busy with his remarkable TV stint on Showtime's "Californiation" playing himself. This conversation covers everything from being naked on TV to drinking the blood of young virgins to Rick wearing a kilt. Seriously!
  58. Buckcherry2009/10/30

    Keith Nelson from Buckcherry took a few moments the chat with Cara from backstage as they tour the country with KISS to talk about...touring the country with KISS !
  59. Michael Buble'2009/09/23
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  60. Lovehammers Are Back!2009/06/22
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  61. Dave Matthews2009/06/03
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  62. Mike Pinder of The Moody Blues2009/05/27
    Mike Pinder was the original founding member of one of the most influential rock bands, The Moody Blues .

    We talk about everything from music to UFO's to his unique way of helping up & coming musicians on his website, www.MikePinder.com
  63. Pink2009/05/15
    Simply put...she is the coolest chick ever.

    This episode is short & sweet - well under 5 minutes.
  64. Creed is back!2009/05/04
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  65. Mister Zero from The Kings2009/04/13
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  66. BONO! Well, almost...2009/03/15
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  67. Zebra's Randy Jackson2009/02/24
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  68. Kelly Clarkson2009/02/04
    Kelly Clarkson is the very first winner of American Idol and her massive success continues to grow with her current number one single, "My Life Would Suck Without You".

    She chats about what it was like to hear Steve Carrell scream "Kelly Clarkson!" when he got his chest waxed in 40 Year Old Virgin , she talks about not catering to the gossip blogs, and much more...
  69. Twilight movie star Peter Facinelli2008/12/19
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  70. Fall Out Boy2008/11/28
    I had the pleasure of moderating the press conference for Fall Out Boy prior to the Nike+ Human Race at Soldier Field in Chicago, IL. They talked quite a bit about their new album FOLIE A DEUX . At the time of this press conference the album was set to be released on election day - they've since pushed back the release until 12-16-08.

    This is my first VIDEO podcast (vidcast?)...
  71. The Steepwater Band's Joe Winters2008/11/19
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  72. Duran Duran's Andy Taylor2008/11/07

    Andy Taylor wrote a new tell-all book called "Wild Boy" and shares plenty of juicy stories from his crazy history of Duran Duran . It really was a wild time. His book is fun to read and it was a pleasure talking to him.
  73. Josh Kelley2008/10/27
    This interview took place in the summer of 2008, just after Josh Kelley played a packed gig at the Taste of Chicago . He opens up about songwriting and his musical influences. He's a very down-to-earth guy and a fabulous singer/guitar player/songwriter!
  74. Plain White T's2008/10/08
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  75. Disturbed Lead Singer David Draiman2008/09/23
    Disturbed was part of the amazing lineup of Mayhem Fest during the summer of 2008. I sat down with lead singer David Draiman in his dressing room a few hours before they hit the stage. His intelligence and demeanor impressed me quite a bit. This guy is one the smartest people I've ever met and despite his great success has absolutely no ego issues. He rocks!
  76. Nils Lofgren: A True Rock Legend!2008/08/30
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  77. Lollapalooza 2008: Duffy & Tally Hall2008/08/08
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  78. Marc Roberge of O.A.R.2008/07/19
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  79. Fiction Plane2008/05/18
    I'm a huge fan of The Police , so chatting with Joe Sumner - Sting 's son - was a bit freaky for me. He's the lead singer of Fiction Plane , a fabulous band. They opened up for the recent big Police reunion stadium tour. I chatted with him in April while they were on the road with The Bravery .

    You'll hear a song by Fiction Plane , "Two Sisters" , at the end of this episode.
  80. Tonight The Prom2008/05/01
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  81. Paris Delane, "Live Life" Benefit2008/04/14
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  82. Comedian Lee Camp2008/03/18
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  83. Shooting Star's Van McLain and Ronnie Platt2008/02/22
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  84. Rik Emmett of Triumph2008/02/05
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  85. Linkin Park's Chester Bennington & Mike Shinoda2008/01/24
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  86. Marty Casey & Lovehammers2007/12/19
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  87. Aimee Mann & Lovehammers Holiday Episode2007/12/03
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  88. "Acoustic Chicago" artist Andreas Kapsalis & Stonecutter Records President Chris Steinmetz2007/11/21
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  89. Amy Lee from Evanescence2007/10/06
    I was fortunate to be part of a press conference with Amy Lee prior to the Family Values tour (which Evanescence headlined with Korn ) representing The Chicago Music Guide . It took me this long to post it only because I was so backlogged with other interviews. She is an amazing talent. Such a spectacular songwriter and singer - certainly one of a kind!
  90. MelodicRockFest: Kelly Keagy, Jimi Jamison, Jim Peterik2007/09/22
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  91. Kevin Chalfant, Singer & Songwriter Extraordinaire2007/09/06
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  92. Dino Kourelis from Lovehammers and Peter Himmelman2007/08/23
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  93. Lollapalooza & Ozzfest Extravanganza2007/08/10
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  94. Stephen Pearcy from RATT2007/07/18
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  95. James "JY" Young from Styx2007/07/10
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  96. Foreigner's Mick Jones2007/06/29
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  97. "$everance" author Rick Kaempfer2007/05/17
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  98. Jim Peterik, Songwriting Genius2007/04/18
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  99. Tafoya Is Too Wild To Tame2007/03/15
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  100. Dobie Maxwell Is Damn Funny2007/02/16
    Dobie Maxwell is a talented stand-up comedian and experienced radio
    personality. You'll hear one of his funny "soapboxes", then a very
    enlightening peak into the mind of a very interesting & intelligent
    man.
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  101. Cara's Basement Is Finally Here!2007/02/16
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Cara's Basement
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What lurks in Chicago radio personality Cara Carriveau's basement? Subscribe to this podcast to find out! Cara has a knack for striking up casual conversations with rock stars, actors, comedians, authors and all types of entertainers.