July 30, 2006, 1:01 am : Chicago, Lollapalooza and early morning flights…

Off to Chicago for the weekend, with an early start on Thursday. Cashed in airmiles for the flight, with a great room near the park, stumbling distance to the concert. These pics are from the Coachella Festival this year at end of April 06. It was a really great time, it was warm, the bands were amazing and I got to see Depeche Mode w/o Dave Gahan passing out and slurring his words. Madonna was in the local gay bar longer than she was onstage, but it was fun to be in the crowd with such great energy. I’ve got my schedule all worked out (mostly) for Chicago, really want to see Sonic Youth, Ryan Adams and RHCP. More later…