Punk and Folk Legend Jon Langford Calls Bingo at the Hideout in Chicago.
On August 9, 2023, punk and folk music legend Jon Langford (Mekons, The Three Johns, Waco Brothers) demonstrated his unique stage banter calling out Veggie Bingo at the Hideout in Chicago. Jon was joined by fellow bingo caller, Martin Billheimer (The Devil Bell Hippies), who often joins Jon on stage as fellow musician. Jon and Martin led the large crowd through politically charged and equally humorous rounds of bingo. Known for their working-class songs and support for community, Jon and Martin led the event to raise proceeds in support of Chicago Community Gardens. Bingo winners received prizes ranging from a head of greens to a bouquet of flowers, a pepper to jar of salsa, a huge jar of pickles, coffee, and books. It was great mid-week fun at the Hideout!