I’ve been a big fan of both of these bands for a long time. Its been 8 years since I started spreading the Sons gospel and 5 since I instantly fell for the grungy alt-rock of Slothrust. Both bands have continuously landed songs and albums in my year-end lists and played amazing shows here. A couple years ago they toured together starting with Slothrust’s show … Continue reading Slothrust & Sons Of An Illustrious Father Share Split 7”
Last night I got the opportunity to see Cuco play the first of two shows in Chicago this week as he gears up for his debut album, Para Mi, coming out next month. He’s released a whole slew of singles over the last couple years, garnering over 100 million Spotify streams (or about $100 worth). I didn’t really have him on my radar until a … Continue reading Cuco at Metro 6/24/19
It’s been a long wait for a new album from Chicago’s Michele McGuire. Her last EP was five years ago, with only a couple singles released since then. On July 5th she’ll release the debut EP from her new project, Xo Nihilo. It’s a big departure from the folk/country music for which she’s known. It all started back in April with the release of a … Continue reading Xo Nihilo-Good Grief
Woke up to this track in my inbox this morning and weirdly had a minute to check it out before heading to work. There’s a lot going on here and it’s a fun four minutes. Then I read the quotes from the two current members of the band and I appreciated the song even more. There’s something very compelling about an album that makes the … Continue reading Dead Is The Cat: Inter-Dimensional Disco Balls
Edit: This contest is now over. Hey y’all, I got a big giveaway for you today. Warbly Jets are playing here in Chicago this Sunday and their record label is giving me the opportunity to give you a list spot for the show at Lincoln Hall this Sunday, an autographed vinyl of their self-titled debut album as well as their new EP on CD!!! To … Continue reading GIVEAWAY: Win A Signed Copy Of Warbly Jets Debut Album
