FAIR HERALD
FAIRMOUNT
FAKE PROBLEMS
FALKIRK
FALL FROM GRACE
FALL7
FALLEN FROM THE SKY
FALLEN MARTYR
FALLEN REGIME
FALLING IN FATE
FALLING STILL
FALSEFACED
FAMILY GROOVE COMPANY
Family Groove Company integrates the groove sensibility developed by funk/jazz crossover artists like Herbie Hancock and Medeski, Martin, and Wood, with thoughtful, tight songwriting that takes cues from the likes of Steely Dan and the Beatles. The result? An infectious, fresh sound the band calls “groove informed jazz/rock.” With a sound defined by rich analog keyboards, tight crunchy guitar, and a pocket-based rhythm section, FGC brings a fresh sound that bends genres and dares the listener not to dance.
The band got its start in Los Angeles, where the four members met in music school, and then planted its roots in Chicago in late 2002. In the span of their career, FGC has played close to 1000 shows from coast to coast, logging stage time in more than 350 venues in 34 states. Notable performances include 11 straight years at Summer Camp Festival in Illinois, rocking large Chicago stages like the Riviera Theater and Vic Theatre, and playing alongside heavyweights like Victor Wooten, moe., Umphrey’s McGee, and Lotus. The band’s discography includes four full length albums, Reachin’ (2002), The Charmer (2006), Live in Chicago (2008) and Models and Metrics (2008), with a much-anticipated fifth album currently in the works.
FANG
FANTASTIC MAMMALS
This young Chicago-land trio is coming out of the gates swinging with their unique brand of high-energy indie rock. Their driving punk rhythms and swooning melodies are backed by an artful array of chiptune synths.
Fantastic Mammals’ sophomore album, “What Happened To My Friends?” is slated for a Spring 2013 release.
FANTASY BUNKER
Like six people emerging out of a Charles Bukowski story, Far From Finished rises from the pages to remind you just how messed up life is and just how dangerously humorous our filthy little secrets and insecurities can be. They blaze the tragic line between shame and comfort, leaving no one safe along the way. Every song leads you through a story, an opinion, or cry for help. You’re brought back to a time where every breath you drew was innocence, as you fall with every minor and rise with every major. The story of Far From Finished begins in New York. They’re your average kids saying grabbing the world by the balls. They’re here, they’re messed up, it’s their own fault, and they love it.
FAR FROM FINISHED
FAR THINGS
FAREED HAQUE TRIO
FAREWELL CONTINENTAL
FAREWELL TO FEBRUARY
FARKUS
FARLEY JACKMASTER FUNK
FARWELL
FASCIST BEAUTIES
Since 2003, Fashion Bomb has made a statement. In early 2004, they won a competition sponsored by a major Chicago radio station 94.7 The Zone, which landed them a development deal with Hollywood Records. The band recorded four songs with well known producer Tadpole (Disturbed, Soil, Earshot, Drowning Pool). Later that year, the band opened for Marilyn Manson in Chicago during the Against All Gods Tour. Because of their distinctly “undead” appearance, some are quick to label them “goth”. But those who really get Fashion Bomb understand that the band and its classically trained singer are not so easily categorized. Drawing comparisons to Tool, Nine Inch Nails, A Perfect Circle and Rob Zombie, Fashion Bomb continues the evolution of metal.In 2006, Fashion Bomb self released their debut full length album, “Devils to Some, Angels to Others” which included fan favorites “Low” and “Christ Puncher”. Never content to rest on their laurels, Fashion Bomb re-tooled and forged ahead with bringing their music to the masses. To this end, Fashion Bomb signed with Full Effect Records in 2008 (Faster Pussycat/Pigface/Newlydeads). The Detroit/Los Angeles based label re-released “Devils to Some, Angels to Others” with a bonus remix by Asrock of Final Cut.
FASHION BOMB
Since 2003, Fashion Bomb has made a statement. In early 2004, they won a competition sponsored by a major Chicago radio station 94.7 The Zone, which landed them a development deal with Hollywood Records. The band recorded four songs with well known producer Tadpole (Disturbed, Soil, Earshot, Drowning Pool). Later that year, the band opened for Marilyn Manson in Chicago during the Against All Gods Tour. Because of their distinctly “undead” appearance, some are quick to label them “goth”. But those who really get Fashion Bomb understand that the band and its classically trained singer are not so easily categorized. Drawing comparisons to Tool, Nine Inch Nails, A Perfect Circle and Rob Zombie, Fashion Bomb continues the evolution of metal.In 2006, Fashion Bomb self released their debut full length album, “Devils to Some, Angels to Others” which included fan favorites “Low” and “Christ Puncher”. Never content to rest on their laurels, Fashion Bomb re-tooled and forged ahead with bringing their music to the masses. To this end, Fashion Bomb signed with Full Effect Records in 2008 (Faster Pussycat/Pigface/Newlydeads). The Detroit/Los Angeles based label re-released “Devils to Some, Angels to Others” with a bonus remix by Asrock of Final Cut.
Fashion Bomb enjoys continued airplay on Sirius radio, and such notable major radio stations as Q101 in Chicago and WSOU in New Jersey. They have also appeared in such internationally know magazines as Revolver and Metal Hammer. Currently, Fashion Bomb has released their sophomore record, “Visions of the Lifted Veil”. The new album is produced by Raymond Herrera (Fear Factory/ Arkaea) and Jeremy Blair (Guns-n-Roses, Cypress Hill), and recorded at Temple Studios in Los Angeles, CA.
FATBOOK
…make you groove
FATE OF FIVE
FATTY FATTY FOUR EYES
FAUXBOT
FCAB
EVELYNN ROSE
EVEN BIGGER
EVEN IN BLACKOUTS
In an alternate universe where The Ramones played only acoustic guitars and were fronted by a female lead singer, the band might have sounded quite a bit like Chicago’s Even in Blackouts [EIB]. The creative force behind EIB is John “Jughead” Pierson, who was formerly the lead guitarist of the now-defunct Screeching Weasel, the band that brought punk to the suburbs before Green Day made millions with the same formula.
EVERELLE
EVERGREEN TERRACE
EVERSOJAKE
EversoJake is a class act! Their creative songwriting, inspiring vocals, and outstanding musicianship create a very unique presentation, yet very welcoming allure to a wide demographic. The music is primarily guitar driven rock incorporating classic rock, blues, jazz, and country styles. The lyric and vocal style is something to behold covering a spectrum from modern day rebellious indie-rock to the sexy torch sound from the speakeasy era.
EversoJake? During the band’s initial shows, various audience members and fellow musicians suggested that, together, the band members portrayed the essence of a circa-1920’s, prohibition-era band that might be found jamming at your local juice joint. Whether it was because of their enjoyment of martinis or their portrayal of a “party-like-it’s-illegal” kind of style, the comparisons were drawn. They were very “jake”. In 1920’s Chicago, “Jake” was a slang term for “cool.” Thus evolved: “EversoJake” — the band’s homage to the euphoria often experienced when doing what you love (and drinking martinis).
In early 2006, EversoJake finalized its cast of characters and began performing throughout their hometown, Chicago. Performances are dynamic, ranging from bare essential acoustic shows to the incorporation of extra talent to achieve that perfect “recording-studio” produced sound. Energetic guitar playing and seductive singing make the band’s visual presence exciting — some would even say mesmerizing.
Songwriting is EversoJake’s cornerstone. This is evident on their debut CD “If it Makes a Good Story”. “If it Makes a Good Story” is currently being marketed on iTunes, CD Baby, and PayPlay.FM. Additional avenues are being surveyed daily to pursue both sales and publishing/licensing opportunities. The band has already generated fans and sales in Europe via their first tour of Germany.
ESJ fits the bill and hits the mark whether their music is pouring out of a personal stereo system, setting a mood for television / movies, floating through a coffee shop during an acoustic set, or blazing from a festival stage. EversoJake is a versatile band you do not want to miss.
EVERY PART OF THE BUFFALO
EVERYBODY OUT!
EVERYONE EVERYWHERE
EVIL BEAVER
Avant-garde bass n’ drum, punk rock duo, Evil Beaver has shared the stage with a diversity of musical artists including notable acts; Chevelle, David J, Fu Manchu, The Gossip, Girl in a Coma, Nina Hagen, Peaches, Pegboy, The Vibrators, The Briefs, The Objex, Polysics, Rasputina, Semi Precious Weapons, Shellac, The UK Subs, The White Stripes.
EVIL BEAVER features founder of the band EVIE EVIL on electric lead bass guitar and vocals, supported by Slammin’ Sammy Kickass on drums. Evie and Sammy are old friends who began their friendship as elementary school class mates and play mates in the 3rd grade.
Evil’s vocals are seductive and powerful. As a bassist, Evie is a pioneer who’s playing skills are mind blowing and uniquely original.
The band is always writing and recording new music, and EVIL BEAVER is always performing live and touring internationally.
In 2014, Evil Beaver, embarks on a World Tour which will include, 30+ American US dates, 30+ dates in Europe and 10 date tour of Australia in April.
EVIL EMPIRE
Evil Empire is an eight piece political ska band from the Chicago suburbs. Fuck all inequalities, smash imperialism, keep it real, have fun. That’s our stance. Teach yourself.
EVIL PAPASOV
EVIL ROMA
EVILE
EVOLUCID
EX DEO
Ex Deo was formed in 2008 as an artistic project Maurizio Iacono was really interested in and as it caught on, it became more of a band. However, Iacono said in an interview that Ex Deo will not be as active as Kataklysm is. “Ex Deo is more of a prestigious type of band. We’re not going to tour intensively for it, we’re not going do as much as we do for Kataklysm. Kataklysm is a world-warrior band, you know. It’s on the road constantly and more in touch with social aspects. This (Ex Deo) is more something artistic, you know.”-frontman Maurizio Iacono