Metro and Smartbar Owner Joe Shanahan Featured on The CornerStore Podcast with Host Kevin Coval
In a new podcast interview, Chicago music & culture curator Joe Shanahan, owner and founder of Metro and Smartbar - and champion of independent music in Chicago and beyond for 30+ years - is the latest guest on The CornerStore. Hosted by poet and writer Kevin Coval (co-host Tara Mahadevan off on assignment), the two discuss Shanahan’s Chicago roots, the music taste of his parents and 5 siblings, his early days DJing and hosting parties in college, his massive record collection, DJing an opening set for The Clash at The Aragon Ballroom, the early days at Smartbar and Metro and much more in an absolute must listen for anyone who loves music, culture and Chicago.
via Apple Podcasts: “On The CornerStore, writers Kevin Coval and Tara Mahadevan celebrate the ingenuity of the city of Chicago — and whoever and whatever else comes their way. Each week, hear authentic and lively conversations as the two dive deep into the artistic process and methodology of rappers, muralists, chefs, brand managers, tastemakers, and more.”
