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Writer's pictureMichael J. Pineda
Nov 143 min read

Honduras en Chicago

This blog is dedicated for all those catrachos in Chicago looking for Honduran spaces, food, people, music, and more. RUNNING POST


HONDURAN MUSIC IN CHICAGO

  • Radio Free Honduras: Only Honduran music band in Chicago!!! I connected with them about a year after moving to Chicago, and have been supporting/playing with them since. Catch them in the city for some original Punta-Rock style music. The shows are absolutely electric and heartfelt - Charlie Baran is a true master at his craft, having been a founding member of Banda Blanca, and now residing in Chicago for over a decade. Dan Abu-Absi has been the key in bringing everything together and making shit happen. It's been a blessing to rock with them and learn!


    Website Bio:

    "Radio Free Honduras is a collective of talented Chicago musicians who are dedicated to showcasing the artistry of Charlie Baran. With a passion for music and a commitment to bringing it to the forefront, our goal is to put Charlie's incredible talent in the spotlight where it belongs. We believe that music has the power to unite people from all walks of life and transcend language and cultural barriers. Contact us today to learn more about our work and how to get involved in supporting the music of Radio Free Honduras.

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    Charlie Baran has lived a life of music.  Before moving the the United States he was a founding member of the legendary Honduran musical group Banda Blanca, who’s song “Sopa de Caracol” became the #1 Billboard Top Latin Songs hit in 1992.  Now a maintenance man at a Catholic grade school by day, Charlie has kept his musical flame glowing largely through acoustic solo performances around Chicago for the past ten years. Charlie Baran is a true virtuoso. No one sees him perform without recognizing the presence of a true master – an heir to a rich tradition of Honduran music, as well as a guitar slinging showman and a gifted songwriter whose skill transcends all genres.  But throughout most of his career he has existed in the shadows – until the formation of Radio Free Honduras. Radio Free Honduras is a diverse collective of Chicago musicians, all united under one goal – supporting the artistry of Charlie Baran and bringing this tremendous talent into the spotlight where it belongs.  Founded by Dan Abu-Absi, longtime guitarist for JT and the Clouds and Birds of Chicago, Radio Free Honduras plays mostly Baran originals, but their live shows often feature a wide variety of reimagined cover songs. This band provides Charlie with the wide musical pallet his talent (and songs) deserve. Abu-Absi has gathered a large, revolving collective of some of Chicago’s most talented musicians; lively percussion, eclectic instrumentation, and rich harmonies all provide the backdrop, allowing Charlie to do what he does best – stunning guitar work, tapping into what seems a limitless supply of energy and enthusiasm for music. Charlie Baran has lived a long and storied musical life – but very few are familiar with his side of the story. Radio Free Honduras has made it their mission to change that."


HONDURAN FOOD IN CHICAGO (OR ILLINOIS)


  • Super Pollo: 4614 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60639\

    • Esta justo al lado de la Gualmar...es un buen lugar, busquen a Doña Doris!! La amo



  • Delicias El Catrachito: 5846 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60634

    • Tiene Pollo Chuco, Enchiladas del sur, Semitas, Pastelitos y mas. Solventes!!!



  • La Esquinita Catracha: 2525 N Laramie Ave (Belmont Cragin) - Chicago, IL 60639!!!

    • Aun no he ido, pero vamos a ver que peeeedos



  • Las Catrachitas: 4204 N Arlington Heights Rd STE E, Arlington Heights, IL 60004

    • Tampoco he ido, pero hay pary aqui siempre dicen por ahi



  • Casa Yari: 3268 West Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60647, United States

    • UY maje wow, no se imaginan lo rico que es este spot. La chef es de Honduras, y se hace unos platos que mis respetos



--- OUTSIDE OF CHICAGO ---


  • Las Hamacas: 454 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085

    • Se supone que tienen musica en vivo los Sabados, pero no se como es el asunto ahi



  • Catrachos Restaurant: 4614 W Diversey Ave Ste C Chicago, IL 60639

    • No he ido - Waukegan queda por la banda peor hay que armar trip



HONDURAN MOVERS AND SHAKERS

  • N/A - for now...


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