RIP Chicago Artist Tony Fitzpatrick
22 October - 8 minsTony Fitzpatrick was a Chicago artist, poet, actor, and someone who embodied the spirit of the city itself. Tony died on October 11, 2025, at the age of 66. In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to Fitzpatrick with a song from one of the artist's long-time collaborators, Steve Earle.
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Celebrate the life of Tony Fitzpatrick on Sunday, November 23rd at Metro Chicago. 3730 N. Clark St
3pm - 6pm. Doors at 2pm.
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