Marco Jacobo (a/k/a maker) has been a dj and producer since the mid 90’s has produced for and played along side many significant artists in his career. maker has released “honestly”(birthwrite) and “shooting the breeze”(galapagos4) as well as various instrumental limited 7’s (bully, heardrums) and a 7′ series called “the maker files” (shake it).
Masters of the Obvious (more commonly known as M.O.T.O. or MOTO), is a New Orleans-based garage punk band. Formed in 1981 by Paul Caporino, the lineup of the band has seen many changes over the years, with Caporino being the only consistent member. The band has recorded several albums for Chicago-based record label Criminal IQ Records.
The band, along with Dianogah, served as opening acts for Coctails on January 15, 2000 at the Lounge Ax.
M13 is a Chicago-based, 13-piece ensemble, whose original compositions and arrangements by saxophonist/bandleader Aaron McEvers defy common convention and classification. Jazz may be at its core, but this is no swing band. The amalgamation of styles within their sound is varied and unapologetic. Original compositions are somewhat programmatic, evoking a sense of storytelling through melody-driven arcs, fresh orchestration and improvisation. This recipe yields a surprisingly accessible sound, appealing to listeners with a variety of musical tastes. At times subtle and delicate, at others wonderfully aggressive, M13’s music and musicianship has set them apart, establishing a style of their own. Word of mouth from their residency at Quenchers Saloon grabbed the attention and acclaim of Chicago Public Radio’s 848 show and CL-TV’s popular “Metromix” show, who both featured M13 on their programs.
Mac Lethal is a hip-hop/folk artist from Kansas City, MO After receiving his start as a battle rapper at the prestigious worldwide reputation freestyle battle festival Scribble Jam, he broke the stigma that battle rappers can not write quality songs, and he began releasing his own original music attract the attention of artists like Sage Francis POS and Atmosphere who he later toured with the respective
His direct influences are lyrical writing vocalists like Tom Waits and Isaac Brock, the puns and inventions of artists such as MF Doom and Eminem, and the attitude as stand-up comedians like Bill Hicks, Louis CK
He currently operates and owns independent record label Black Clover who has been the home of the Mac self-criticism was released Love Potion Collection CD-skIvor (volumes 1-5) and Than Original Sessions 11:11
Formed in 1985:
vocalist/guitarist Corporate Death (Lance Lencioni),
bassist/vocalist Nefarious (Charles Lescewicz),
and drummer Dennis the Menace (Dennis Ritchie).
The trio is a vanguard of the style they’ve come to describe as “murder metal,” a ferocious mix of death metal, punk rock, grind, jazz fusion, thrash and folk melodies among other sounds with lyrics examining real-life stories of serial killers, mass murderers and more.
Chicago based country folk and bluegrass band that performs their own original songs mixed with traditional covers.
Lovely Little Girls is an avant-rock band led by artist Gregory Jacobsen and bassist Alex Perkolup. Using Jacobsen’s grotesque paintings as a basis, they write theatrical suites that morph from of-kilter dance anthems to punishing and ridiculous prog. Influenced by artists such as Fred Frith, Magma, The Residents and Captain Beefheart, Lovely Little Girls moves between No-Wave, Rock-in-Opposition prog, metal and free jazz. Initial simple musical motifs quickly deform into charges of odd harmony and tangled polyrhythms; yet it is grounded in a love for catchy melodies. Jacobsen’s syllable-stuffed cut-and-paste prose adds to the absurdity with lyrics about over-ripe food, incompetent sex and undignified death.
Lowdown Brass Band (LDB), hailing from Chicago, is a horn-driven ensemble with strong roots in the New Orleans Second Line Tradition. A fierce sousaphone sets the foundation for trumpets, trombones and saxophones that intertwine in a cacophony of tight lead lines, spontaneous call-and-response and bombastic brass attacks. While taking a page from the jazz and blues giants of the past, LDB melds modern funk, hip-hop, reggae and pop into a unique style. Always a party, Lowdown forges new ground with original compositions that create a high-energy deluge of danceability!
LOWER CLASS BRATS have been pounding out their own brand of Clockwork Punk they have released a fuck-load of recordings including appearances on several compilations, live DVD’s and soundtracks in two different films (nudge, nudge- wink, wink). In the past decade the BRATS have toured the globe. Mexico, Germany, North America, Canada, England, Japan, France and many, many other countries have witnessed the boys in action. And the LOWER CLASS BRATS don’t seem to be slowing down any time soon. From their first gig over thirteen years ago, to this day…L.C.B. always steals the show.
Lucid Ground is a collective group of five diverse individuals that share a sonic vision of evolving modern rock music. Lucid Ground’s signature sound and captivating live performances emit a sonic dose of energy that combine driving hooks and unique melodies. The fusion of these elements has not only created a cult-like buzz around Chicago, but has also imposed a lasting impact on the city’s music scene. With the devotion of their fans, the band has begun exploring the possibilities of nation-wide appeal.
Lyon and the Notary not only deliver a fresh new sound, but they also have a gripping, heartwrenching backstory filled with hardships, tragedy, and perseverance.
“My parents weren’t around much,” frontman Gabriel Lyon reminisces. “I’d pretty much have to fend for myself. I guess you grow up pretty fast when your parents are only around on the weekends and after 5pm on weekdays.”
Struggling to cope with the absence of his parents in his life, Lyon turned to drugs to fill the void. By the age of 18, he was smoking marijuana cigarettes almost once a month, often times inhaling. “Everybody has a way of dealing with their problems,” Lyon explains. “Unfortunately, the way that I chose just brought me down deeper into the depths of hardship and tragedy.”
“He was in too deep,” drummer Andy Taylor recalls.
Drugs weren’t the only factor in Lyon’s wreckless, anything goes lifestyle. Drummer Andy Taylor recalls that while driving, Lyon would sometimes go almost 15 miles over the preferred speed limit. “We would all be like, ‘Gabe, slow down,’” Taylor recalls. “But that was just the way he rolled; living life in the fast lane. Nobody could slow him down. Not even authority.”
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Los Vicios de Papá drops immigrant beat with a passion for reggae, ska and cumbia. Our lyrics stem from our struggling &undocumented youth experience. LVDP was born out of a crumbling public education system and failing immigration policy in Chicago’s Back of the Yards hood.
In a time when Disney rules the Billboard Hot 100 and electric guitars seem to be nowhere in sight, the future of rock n’ roll music certainly seems bleak. In the ashes of what seems to be a lost art form, countless bands and fans across the world struggle to revive some semblance of the music they love. However, as the musical climate continues to change, it seems as though fans are hungry forthat same excitement that only timeless rock n’ roll can provide. LOVEBLAST from Chicago, Illinois is ready to deliver just that. . .
When it comes to songs, LOVEBLAST does it all! From the arena-ready bombast of “Harder & Faster,” and “Things That Bite,” to the 1940’s flavored musings of “Goodbye My Darling,” it all sounds like LOVEBLAST, and it all kicks ass! No matter what approach the band takes, LOVEBLAST songs boast huge choruses and AOR Hooks galore. In addition to their high caliber songwriting, LOVEBLAST’s music showcases the blistering and passionate guitar work by what is likely to be the next great guitar duo, Brian Durbin and Brian Gilmanov. The songs are locked down by a powerhouse rhythm section that features the raunchy, grooving bass lines of Johnny Rox, and the hard hitting drum talent of Jeff Dewbray. Durbin’s heart for rock n’ roll music and vocal delivery provides a unique touch, updating the band’s sound and separating them from just another 80’s rock revivalist band. Whether it is communicated through live performance, or the band’s exceptional debut album, all of these elements are delivered with the grit and conviction of any legendary rock n’ roll band.
Most of all, LOVEBLAST is all about fun, and high-octane performance is what LOVEBLAST does best! After witnessing her first LOVEBLAST concert in January of 2010, Gina Planell, writer/photographer for Chicago’s Rock, reported, “They are wickedly sensational, a ticking time bomb, a love drug, and an explosion all in one. I understood the name ‘LOVEBLAST’ immediately.” Above everything else, LOVEBLAST’s goal is to ensure that everyone in the crowd leaves with a smile on their face, and that is why the band has no issue with living up to the phrase, “The Hottest Band in Chicagoland,” night after night.
LOVEBLAST are breaking down walls internationally as well as locally, infecting audiences everywhere with their unique brand of rock n’ roll. The band is currently supporting their debut album, recorded by Chuck Macak of Electrowerks Music Production, and it is receiving excellent reviews all over the world. The ballad “Goodbye My Darling,” was listed as one of the songs of the year for 2010 in the annual Rock Realms Awards.
With their infectious songwriting and stunning on-stage performance, the sky is the limit for the future of LOVEBLAST!