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The staff is amazing, from their musical knowledge to their all-around friendliness. The regular prices are like any indie music store, but there are good deals on a lot of cd’s. If you’re a music freak or even need some sort of random, of the wall gift, stop by. And be sure to keep on top of their in-stores—I’ve seen some really great bands in a really intimate setting.

Almost got kicked out and lost my dad’s digital camera here back when I was 16. Whoops.

Tip: don’t try a camera. No matter what. Security lets ‘em in, then confiscates ‘em.

A lovely little vintage shop on the Hill. Some great finds.

Oh wow. That’s so ironic that the photo is the good ol’ BHH… I used to work there as a desk clerk and a maid. Let me tell you, the fun never stopped.

I grew up here. Nice enough state, but not my thing.

Great little coffee shop with great hours and free wi-fi. And the best menu EVER. Highly, HIGHLY recommended.

Lovely little bar/venue with lots of local and not-so-local bands.

Great, cheap food. Amazing. Falafels and everything else. Cramped to eat-in, but great to take-out.

I came here out of desperation to find an internship during my freshman year in college, but fell in love with it, despite having a crazy boss, living with my grandma, and the winter.

Actually, I love the winter in Chicago.

The supposedly haunted music mansion at Bennington College. Been a music student for three years so far, and I’ve only had one run-in with something creepy. I mean, it was really creepy, but still! Only one run-in…

Still. This mansion was the basis for … shit, is it the Haunting of Hill House? I think that’s the one. Old film, black and white… yes. Atmospheric and amazing.