Harmonizing Homes and Heavy Metal: Jenafur Schlangen's Lens on Real Estate and Riffs

When the worlds of real estate and heavy metal collide, you know you're in for an electrifying experience. That's precisely what happened when we sat down with Jenafur Schlangen, a music photography maven and journalist who just stepped into the realm of homeownership. Jen's tales from the pit, photographing metal legends and her journey navigating the choppy waters of buying a home in Chicago, are peppered with the kind of insights only a true industry insider can offer. Plus, she adds an unexpected twist with some shrimp trivia that's as quirky as it is delightful.

Strap yourself in for a rollercoaster ride through the thrills and spills of concert photography, where dodging 'mic mouth' is all in a day's work. I spill the secrets of capturing that perfect stage moment, from the technicalities of lighting to the adrenaline-fueled race against the three-song limit. The conversation hits a crescendo as we explore the raw power of live music and how it transcends the limits of our earbuds. Then, we pivot to the personal side of our lives, sharing the buzz of finding new properties and the charm of Chicago's vibrant neighborhoods.?

Nostalgia is a powerful thing, and it takes center stage as we reminisce about the Loop's bygone happy hours and lost dining havens. We mourn the loss of Ropa Cabana and its gourmet hot dogs, and celebrate the lakeside jazz of Karen's cousin Libby York, wishing for a chef to bring back the magic. Then, shifting back to the present, we reveal our passion projects, from eco-friendly beach inventions to the soothing sights of Lake Michigan, proving that whether it's through the lens of real estate or the rhythm of metal, life's melodies always find a way to surprise and delight us.

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