In my haste to get out this week’s music shows and my excitement over the Pixies (they were great, by the way), I forgot to mention Chic-A-Go-Go is taping some new shows this Sunday from 6-9 pm. Perhaps it’s good that I forgot, because this event really deserves its own post.

What’s especially exciting about this taping is that two really awesome bands, the Grackles and the Manhandlers, are playing on these shows. The Grackles are a little nervous and unsure about what kind of performance they’re going to do on the show, but based on a suggestion from yours truly, it may have “something to do with vegetables.” Intrigued? So am I. We’ll both have to go to the taping to find out what that means. (I did say it was only based on my suggestion.)

Want another reason to go? Well, you may not have many more chances to see Miss Mia host the show. In fact, her website reveals many exciting changes in Chic-A-Go-Go’s future. Not only is she planning a move to China in March, but also Chic-A-Go-Go is shooting a movie in December! That’s right – a movie. You heard it here first. Well, okay, you may have heard it from Miss Mia first, but you heard it here first if you haven’t been to her website yet.

I wonder if I could audition to be her replacement? I’ll have to ask. What do you think? “Hey kids! It’s Mister Tom!” Hm, doesn’t have the same ring… “Uncle -” … no.

The shows are taped at 322 S. Green St., one block west of Halsted. All are invited, and no tickets are needed. Dress casual or wear a costume; it’s up to you!