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Coroner – the artisans of thrash metal
Playful, yet full of raw power; delicate and brutal at the same time; driving rhythms coupled with dizzying guitar solos … Coroner is all this and more. Is it thrash metal? Is it speed metal? Is it technical death metal? This Swiss band cannot be pigeonholed. It is unique … even after 30 years on the go.
The early 1980s was a tumultuous time in Zurich. This usually oh-so-quiet city on the River Limmat was seething with unrest. It was a time of protest marches and riots. Young people were fighting for the freedom and space to express themselves. The atmosphere was highly charged. It was against this backdrop that two bands emerged from the small Zurich metal scene determined to conquer the world: Coroner and Celtic Frost. They were hungry for new, fresh, original music, and decided to make it themselves.
Back then, the Coroner line-up was Tommy Vetterli aka Tommy T. Baron (guitar), Marky Edelmann aka Marquis Marky (drums), and Ron Broder aka Ron Royce (bass). The vocals on the band’s first demo tape (Death Cult) were provided by Tom G. Warrior of Celtic Frost. This was before Ron became the band’s vocalist.
Death Cult got Coroner a record deal with the German label Noise Records, which was at the time a force to be reckoned with when it came to discovering exciting new metal bands. The five studio albums Coroner made with Noise Records proved that it was so much more than a run-of-the-mill thrash metal band: R.I.P (1987) was unpolished high-speed metal, Punishment for Decadence (1988) was musically complex, No More Color (1989) and Mental Vortex (1991) demonstrated the band’s technically maturity, while Grin (1993) marked a shift towards a more straightforward sound with drive. Coroner also proved their mettle on stage with tours of Europe and the USA.
Coroner’s brand of metal is all about complex rhythms and intricate melodies coupled with outstanding technique. The band’s music is driven by Ron’s accurate bass sequences, which push his instrument to the limit of what is possible, and Marky’s drum patterns, that just cannot stick to the straight-and-narrow of four-four time. All of this underpins Tommy’s virtuoso guitar sequences, razor-sharp masterpieces with a neoclassical touch that earned him a reputation as one of the world’s best metal guitarists.
But this uniqueness was also a liability: the band was often underrated; most metal fans had no time for the artistic complexity of Coroner’s music. Tension arose between the band members. Their perfectionism and the resurgence of a desire to explore other musical styles drove the three men apart.
Coroner split after one last tour in 1996. They may not have performed with each other for 15 years, but they certainly were not inactive. Tommy Vetterli toured with Swiss pop star Stephan Eicher and
became a member of the German metal band Kreator. Marky joined Tom G. Warrior’s project Apollyon Sun and experimented with electronic music. Ron withdrew from the metal scene, occasionally playing bass in a variety of projects.
But the fans never forgot Coroner. In fact, the demand from concert organisers for Coroner to perform live again was so great in 2010 that it seemed the time was ripe for a reunion. Coroner went back into the rehearsal room and practiced their old songs with new vigour. What followed was a triumphant tour of the largest metal festivals on the planet: 30,000 people saw Coroner perform live at Hellfest in Clisson (France); Coroner also played Wacken in northern Germany, the Maryland Death Fest in Baltimore (USA), and Bloodstock Openair in England. To top it all, they even went on a musical cruise with 70,000 Tons of Metal. But it didn’t end there: they also played sell-out headliner shows in clubs right across Europe.
The trio was invigorated by its success. After three years and dozens of reunion concerts, Tommy Vetterli and Ron Broder were hungry: they wanted to write new songs and record a new album, 20 years after Grin. But Marky Edelmann was not on board. As far as he was concerned, his personal history with Coroner had come to a dignified end. After a farewell concert in Zurich, Marky left the band in February 2014 and was replaced by Diego Rapacchietti, drummer with 69 Chambers.
Autopsy and a new album: a legacy and a new beginning 2016 is the year of Coroner’s first release of the twenty-first century: Autopsy is a gift to fans packed with gems like a documentary on the history of the band, live footage from the reunion concerts, unpublished and rare archive material, as well as a best-of compilation. It is available as either a limited collector’s edition with 3 blu-ray discs and the compilation on vinyl with a signed gatefold cover or as a standard edition with three DVDs and a compilation CD.
In the spirit of an autopsy, the 100-minute documentary ‘Coroner – Rewind’ dissects the history of the band from 1985 to 2014. It begins with the early days of ‘Heavy Disco’ in the Zurich hinterland and covers everything that followed: the style-defining years at Noise Records, the band’s split, the reunion tour, and Marky Edelmann’s departure.
The documentary features previously unpublished archive material from the 80s and 90s: footage of the studio session where Celtic Frost singer Tom Warrior sang vocals for Coroner’s first demo, backstage footage from the reunion tour, and interviews with the band members, crew, fellow musicians, and contemporaries, including Tom G. Warrior and Martin Ain (Celtic Frost), Mille Petrozza (Kreator), Franz Treichler (Young Gods), Max Cavalera (Sepultura / Soulfly), Chrigel Glanzmann (Eluveitie), Stephan Eicher, Mikael Åkerfeldt (Opeth), and Chris von Rohr (Krokus).
All of them have one thing in common: they admire Coroner’s talent. Or, as Mikael Åkerfeldt of Opeth, puts it in the film: ‘Coroner taught me that playing hard and fast music doesn’t necessarily make you a crap musician. They showed me that it can be art at a very high level.’ For guitarist Tommy Vetterli, ‘Coroner – Rewind’ dug up some old memories: ‘For us, it’s like leafing through a family photo album: you relive all those moments, those highs and lows, all over again.’
The second Autopsy disc provides a cross-section of the reunion concerts from 2011 to 2014: live footage of 17 songs performed at Hellfest, the Maryland Death Fest, Bloodstock Openair, and other festivals and clubs. Autopsy also includes a number of treats in the form of videos of Coroner singles, a recording of the legendary ‘Thrashing East’ concert in East Berlin in 1990, rehearsal footage, and a snippet from Coroner’s very first concert in Zurich.
The future begins now: the new Coroner line-up with drummer Diego Rapacchietti has a record deal with Sony Music Switzerland and will release a new studio album in co-operation with Century Media in 2017. ‘In the 20 years since our farewell tour, we have matured musically,’ says Tommy Vetterli. ‘We now want to show what we can take from this experience in the form of new songs and new energy. We’re back. We really want this. And we’re ready for it.’
The results of the autopsy are in: Coroner is not dead. Coroner is very much alive.
Groove death metal with a side of comedy brought to you by five friends fucking around.
Wilde is a 5-piece Chicago-based rock band that is passionate about bringing people together by fostering conversation through music, live performance, and witty humor. Born out of wedlock in 2015, Wilde embraces the eclectic musical backgrounds of each member, including Alternative, Blues, and Americana, producing a unique song-to-song variation. Through maintaining this sonic diversity, Wilde communicates with every listener on a personal level – bringing fans to the dance floor with their boisterous stage presence and engaging refrains.
5 piece indie rock group from Chicago, IL. Formed 2018, Gorilla Social draws influence from bands like the Arctic Monkeys, Alabama Shakes, Young the Giant, Red Hot Chili Peppers and more.
Vocals – Jim De La Roca
Guitar – Prithvi Malepulla
Drums – LaKheem Trotter
Guitar/Production – Jimmy Nickele
Hard Livin’, Glasses Wearin’, QD Shoppin’ Lansing Rock Dudes
DWAAL TROUPE WAS FORMED BY TWO CHILDREN IN AN ATTIC JUST OUTSIDE OF CHICAGO IN A TOWN FOUND DEEP BENEATH THE WOODS. SUNG WAS THEIR HEARTS ONTO THAT GLISTENING TAPE, THE WHALES WAILING THROUGH THEIR CHEST, AND MELODIES GROWING FROM POPPY FLOWERS IN THEIR FERTILE SPINES. THROUGH THE TAPE’S HISSING AND PULSES WITHIN THE WOODEN WALLS, DWAAL TROUPE WAS THUS BORN.
Time Thieves incorporate indie pop and synth-driven melodies, along with subtle Chicago punk influences, to create a sound that’s both nostalgic and contemporary.
Indiana death metal
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The Eight Legged Groove Machine is the debut album by the Wonder Stuff from August 1988.
Performed by The Crayola Kids
Well known, well loved and a staple to the Midwest. Siin, like the proverbial Phoenix, has risen once again in a newer, fresher, bolder form. A vast array of influences has Siin described as having a modern throwback sound. Siin’s stage presence is full of a contagious energy that pulls in their audience, never falling to entertain. The members of Siin, veterans to the music scene and from several well known bands, have joined to awaken a beast! Siin has created a fresh brand of hard rock that keeps fans clamoring for more. Their reputation, of high standards, professionalism, and neverending passion has made Siin a much sought after act.
Matt Elder lead vocals PJ Alvarez drums and vocals Bill Bhullar guitar Leon Tompkins bass Sam Bello guitar
Members have had the pleasure to support,
Bon Jovi Moonstock Festival with OZZY, Five Finger Death Punch, Papa Roach, Pop Evil, Black Stone Cherry, Failure Athem, All That Remains, Hell Yeah, Texas Hippie Coalition and More! Rockfest 2020/2021 Ace Frehley (KISS) Gene Simmons (KISS) Ted Nugent Tesla Queensryche Sabastian Bach Ratt Stryper Jackyl Bret Michaels Steel Panther Yngwie Malmsteen Marco Mendoza Viva La Rock Tour 2019 & Take it to the limit Tour 2020 The Dead Daisies John 5 Quiet Riot Winger Krokus Kings X Warrant George Lynch / Lynch Mob Slaughter Lynch Mob Kickin Valentina
“Jon E Bravo, aka Mr. Kingpin, has been writing, recording, and performing ska music for nearly 20 years with Dallas based 2Tone band, Rude King as well as collaborating with different artists around the world. ‘Mr. Kingpin’ is his collaboration with producer, Esteban Flores (Matamoska, The Bandulus) to release authentically inspired Jamaican sounds of the 60’s.”
Ravagers have been ripping up a dust storm of debauchery for nearly a decade. Dressed in leather and denim, the Filth City foursome may look like menaces to society, but rest assured, their ferocious blend of punk fury and sneering rock ’n’ roll nonchalance make them a threat to not just the laws of man, but the laws of nature. It’s easy to think of Ravagers as a group of rebel-rousing shit stirrers. Their songs evoke an attitude of manifest malfeasance. Lyrics often paint perilous, black landscapes akin to a Danzig wet dream. But at its core, Ravagers are here for a good time, and the brevity of their songs, influenced no doubt by late 70’s punk and early 80’s hardcore, means they won’t be here for long. No tomorrow? No problem! Rather than extinguish the rising flames of hell, these guys prefer to throw a Molotov cocktail and raise a Natty Bo.
Charlie Otto has been a Chicago favorite for 15 years, and he’s just now coming to accept that. The founder of the cult darlings This Must be the Band and DJ noDJ, he’s sold out venues around the United States, and has had the honor of playing alongside many amazingly talented people including some of his musical idols, like Umphrey’s McGee and members of King Crimson and Smashing Pumpkins.
Inspired by the rhythms and melodies of flamenco, jazz, classical, rock and the Balkan region, this performance features the unrivaled guitar artistry of two of the finest players of their respective generations. Their music is carefully balanced between blazing virtuosity and sheer beauty.
Goran Ivanovic and Fareed Haque recorded two CDs together, Macedonian Blues and 7 Boats, to great critical acclaim, even getting the nod as top best acoustic guitar albums 2004 from acoustic guitar magazine. Both have both been so busy that they have not been able to play again together for years.
THE VON TRAMPS are an American rock band formed in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 2015.
The group is fronted by guitarist/vocalist Jenna Enemy and features Chelsea Oxborough on guitar and Krissandra Anfinson on bass.
The band emerged from the Minneapolis underground punk scene and first gained notoriety for their high-energy live shows and irreverent behavior.
he Von Tramps have an eclectic style offering a new take on the Minneapolis underground sound which combines sludgy Ramones-esk punk tunes with cheeky lyrics and introduces a new wave of rude girl ska.
Just a Mess is a three-piece band hailing from the windy city of Chicago. Formed in 2019, this band is a force to be reckoned with, as they combine the intense, emotionally charged sound of Deftones with the introspective lyricism of Brand New.
The band’s founding members, Tony Sarlo and Kyle Blais, first met in a drunk tank after a night out on the town. They quickly realized their mutual love for music and decided to form a band. After the departure of their original drummer, Cory Gray, Kevin Kovacevich joined the band on drums and quickly established himself as an essential part of Just a Mess.
Despite their name, Just a Mess is anything but chaotic when it comes to their music. Their sound is a precise and calculated blend of heavy, guitar-driven riffs and poignant, introspective lyrics. Their lyrics explore themes of loss, heartbreak, and nostalgia for a time that has passed.
While Just a Mess may be picky about who they interview with, they are more than willing to connect with their fans through their music. Tony Sarlo’s haunting vocals and intricate guitar work blend seamlessly with Kyle Blais’s pulsing basslines and Kevin Kovacevich’s thunderous drumming.
Just a Mess’s music is not for the faint of heart. It is an emotional journey that is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who listens. But for those who are brave enough to take the ride, they will find a band that is authentic, passionate, and unapologetically real.
Contrarian is a progressive death metal band from Rochester, New York, founded in 2012 by guitarist Jim Tasikas. The band is known for its progressive and catchy songwriting alongside a technical playing style.
Soreption is a technical death metal band from Sundsvall, Västernorrlands län, Sweden. Formed in 2005, they are best known for their fast melodies and sharp, groovy riffs. In 2013, Soreption was chosen among a list of acts selected to perform at The Summer Slaughter Tour.
Arguably the ultimate progressive metal band of their day, Atheist’s impossibly Byzantine death-jazz proved too advanced even for committed metalheads to stomach. Over the span of three albums admirably recorded in spite of crippling adversity, the band’s inventive but inaccessible style has earned them a lasting respect, but likewise compromised their chances of attaining widespread success.
Atheist started out as typical ’80s thrash metal band. Founded in 1984 by vocalist and guitarist Kelly Shaefer and drummer Steve Flynn under the name of Oblivion and then R.A.V.A.G.E (Raging Atheists Vowing A Gory End), their shuffling lineup only stabilized years later with the arrival of bassist Roger Patterson and guitarist Mark Sczawtsberg. Settling on the name Atheist, the band suddenly began evolving at a fast clip, their gradual path towards an extremely complex brand of death metal documented in a series of compilations and demo tapes along the way. With the arrival of guitarist Randy Burkey in 1988, Atheist secured a deal with Mean Machine Records and issued their first album Piece of Time the following year (when the label went bankrupt, the album was picked up by Active Records). An amazingly dense and challenging record, it’s head-spinning arrangements and dissonant riffing stumped most casual listeners but wowed critics with the sheer audacity of the band’s death-jazz. Tours of Europe, Canada, and the United States would follow, and Atheist had already begun work on a follow-up when tragedy struck. Returning home from a road jaunt supporting Swedish doomsters in February 1991, their van suffered a horrific crash, Patterson dying in Shaefer’s arms by the roadside. The trauma was almost too much for Atheist to overcome but they eventually decided to carry on, and with session work by bassist Tony Choy, the Unquestionable Presence LP was released later that year. Possibly their finest hour, it not only served as a tribute to Patterson, but also managed to perfect the debut’s seething intensity into an even sharper focus. Darren McFarland became their new touring bassist, but following just a few local dates, Shaefer decided to focus on his more rock-oriented side project Neurotica. But Atheist still owed Active Records one more album, so Shaefer, Burkey, and a returning Choy joined with guitarist Frank Emmi and drummer Marcel Dissantos to record 1993’s Elements. Rising to the challenge, Shaefer and company bolstered the use of melody and experimented with a wide array of different musical styles, resulting in a remarkably strong effort considering the band’s hand had been forced in the first place. Then, their responsibilities fulfilled, Atheist finally disbanded and Shaefer resumed his work with Neurotica, although 21st century re-formation rumors have surfaced on occasion. ~ Mike DaRonco & Ed Rivadavia, Rovi
Independent hip hop Artist from Chicago.. Currently been grinding since 2012… dropped 5 Mixtapez… since than… opened up for lil durk, juicy j, belly, future, migos, Tory lanez, Major feature with epic records artist Zoey Dollaz..
Experimental Metal from Sacramento, CA
Play gigs, drop slams.
The Unwillingly Mines play a variety of 80’s Hits and Misses including The Smiths, The Cure. New Order, REM, Violent Femmes, The Replacements, Modern English, and The Jam.
Seamlessly weaving together authentic original music with covers of country music legends like Hank Williams, Waylon Jennings, and Merle Haggard, this is not your typical “Nashville Sound” country band. This is beer-drinking, sawdust-on-the-floor, honky-tonk country music. With songs filled to the brim with grit and emotion, the Kurtis James Band will bring you back to country music’s glory days of vinyl-filled Wurlitzers and smoke-filled barrooms. Come remember what made country music great in the first place!
The Kurtis James Band is Thirdfire Records recording artist Kurtis James (Acoustic Guitar and Vocals), Rob Campbell (Lead Guitar), Cris Velez (Bass), and Pete Steele (Drums)
The doom circus known as OLD BLOOD.
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The Jasons are a loud, snotty, aggressive, punk rock band from Crystal Lake, NJ. With satirically biting lyrics and an over the top stage show, the Jasons have been waging war against the status quo since 2013. Digital sucks! Buy our records at our Big Cartel store! Thejasons.bigcartel.com
Rom, local Chicago Musician and artist. Couldn’t join the Biggest Loser because he already is. -Rock and Roller -Melody Maker -Freelance Chump
Emo music from Illinois singing about riding my bike all the way to your house.
Like their namesake, the band’s music unabashedly reveals something so often overlooked. In your face and heartfelt (in the best of ways), The Retinas are pure rock ‘n’ roll. They’re the real deal. Without an ounce of pretentious bullshit, the best buds always know how to have a good time
Latinx/Latino Indie (+ Ben) from the Southside of Chicago playing sad — sometimes political songs — with chimey Fender guitars, syncopated rhythms and ambient trails.
ATBNR released their self-produced Demos EP in May 2021 and are beginning to build a devout following in the local Chicago music scene.
Alternative acoustic Rock
HXRY is a songwriter and producer incapable of being boxed in. His music transcends genres as he speaks from place of authenticity and vulnerability. HXRY invites you into his world as he carves his own lane and genre. You can call him sexy, funny, ambitious, swaggy or even Mr. Freeze. Just don’t call him Henry.
james: lead guitar, communist rhetoric
max: guitar, vocals, hand-wringing
mitch: bass, Guerilla PR
Heavy Seas are from Chicago IL, fronted by Jeff Dean (Airstream Futures / The Bomb), his first outing as the front man. “The music and the energy in all of Jeff Dean’s bands has always been great, but there’s something about the chemistry between the players in Heavy Seas that makes it extra-special,”
J Robbins
Splatter Pattern are:
Jesse – vocals
Gilly – guitar
Zack – bass
Clayton – drums
Past members:
Robbie – bass
Chico – vocals
Jarsh – bass
Emerging from the Windy City’s alleys, the Rip Ups are out to tear down the music scene with their catchy garage-a-billy punk tunes that you can both mosh & dance to. Rip it up!
Heavy Psych
Tomstone Eyes is…
Brownstone
John Brown
Mustafa Daka
Jason Sipe
Damn The Buzzards is the ultimate celebration of “The Riff”. We’re a stoner/hard rock band out of Chicago obsessed with lol things metal, grunge, blues, rock n roll!!!
Formed in 2007.
Still fucking shit up.
Spawning from chaos, Inhuman Condition came to life with all guns blazing in the fall of 2020. With an album and a half of material from what was to be a new Massacre album, Jeramie Kling (vocals, drums – Venom Inc, Ex Deo, The Absence, Massacre) and Taylor Nordberg (guitars – Deicide, The Absence, Massacre) joined up with Terry Butler (bass – Obituary, Death, Massacre, Six Feet Under) to form a new band and to self-release their debut album “Rat°God” on Kling and Nordberg’s own Listenable Insanity Records on June 4th, 2021. The album was hailed with rave reviews and the group went on to do 2 tours in the United States in support of the record. Wasting no time, the band finished writing and recording their second album, “Fearsick,” which was released July 15th, 2022, once again on Kling/Nordberg’s Listenable Insanity Records.
Sabbatha Chicago covers material from all eras! Live performances include Black Sabbath’s bible of Ozzy tracks and the orchestral Ronnie James Dio-era tunes! The band’s repertoire combines the darkness of Sabbath and the timeless solo works of Dio and Ozzy– with a killer, female twist!
We like loud music and heavy riffs. Chicago based heaviness since 2021
HYPERVOLUME is a heavy metal experiment being conducted by two humans whose talents have been forged in the crucibles of Chicago’s heavy music scene. These expert alchemists blend sludge, doom, death, and thrash metal with elements of psychedelia and punk to create a uniquely intense experience.
Hardcore Chicago Punk
Fish-guitars/lead vocals
Karl-guitars
Snatch-bass/vocals
Pony Boy-drums
Programmable Animal’s latest release “One Step to Hell”, has been produced/mixed by renowned Producer Sean Beavan (Nine Inch Nails, Marilyn Manson, Slayer, 3TEETH, & No Doubt). While writing the record, the group also recorded with Producer Chuck Macak (Born of Osiris, Fall of Troy, & Letlive.) Following the completion of the album, Programmable Animal signed with label Negative Gain in 2020.
Indie Folk/Alt Country duo from Chicago.
Playfully perilous, like a paper tiger stalking a paper gazelle through the maze on the back of a cereal box. Toy Dynamite can brighten your day or break your heart. It’s all a matter of where you place your attention.
On their 2022 debut EP, “Sour Sugar,” they’ve perfected this recipe. 1 cup of alt country, 8 oz of indie folk, 3 tbsp of art pop, a pinch of jazz, twee and shoe gaze. The blues to taste. Plate and garnish with some parsley.
Multi-instrumentalist, Shawn Connors (Last False Hope/The Dirty Generals) & Ukitarist, Debbie Jean McGovern (Blue Ribbon Glee Club) make a wonderfully complimentary songwriting duo. Their voices blend together like adult beverages with tiny umbrellas. Make it a double; pun intended.
“Boston born Chicago based based post-punk collective Oddysseys are making a big splash with the release of their brand new album titled “Odd Behavior”.
The four-piece consists of Christian Treon, Paul DiRico, Josh Corbin, and Mark Pangilinan. The group’s sound is a dark, bleak mixture that is intriguing and mystifying when you first take a listen, as the band’s uses a combination of creative musical measures to keep the audience’s attention span at bay here.
They seem to be making a deep impact when it comes to wowing the listeners. While the band’s sound doesn’t have flashy melodies or catchy hooks, the band’s creative resolve will definitely come into play when creating your impression on this local group, which is blossoming into something very special. An intriguing group that is well worth of taking a deeper listen to.”
– Music Box Pete
Subhah Agarwal has brought an honesty to her comedy that will leave you saying “I didn’t need to know that.” Subhah has written for the “Plan B” movie on Hulu,” and The Jim Jefferies Show”on Comedy Central, amongst others. You can also catch her jokes live at stand up comedy clubs across the country. If you don’t want to leave your couch, you can see her late night debut on NBC’s “A Little Late With Lilly Singh.” She’s also appeared on season three of HBO’s “Westworld”, on TruTv’s sketch comedy “Friends of the People”, and as herself on MTV2, Comedy Central, and Gotham Comedy Live.
Joe Sib, co-founder and co-conspirator of Side One Dummy Records for 25 years, has continued to climb up the ranks of the comedy scene. Joe released his first comedy record, Joe Sib Nowhere Near the Top, in April 2017 which debuted #3 on the Billboard’s Comedy Chart. From the 1980s punk scene to millennium parent, Joe’s comedy takes you on a manic, ride from growing up in the era of “safety last”, and into the present, as he tries to helicopter parent without a license.
After throwing himself into the punk and skate underground of his California hometown, Joe’s band Wax was signed to a major label as part of the early ’90s breakthrough of punk rock into the mainstream. He co-founded an indie label, SideOneDummy, that signed such now-iconic bands as Flogging Molly and the Gaslight Anthem. Turning his behind-the-music stories from the road into a one-man show led to touring as a stand-up comic, which led to such highlights as his recent tour with Metallica, in which he and comedian Jim Breuer created a show that re-defined the term “opening act.” With every new twist and turn in his path, Joe has been left wondering “How did I get here?”
Best known as a guitarist and vocalist for the punk band Rancid, Lars Frederiksen has been a major player in the California punk scene since the ’90s, working not only with his bands Rancid and Lars Frederiksen & the Bastards, but doing production work with Dropkick Murphys, Agnostic Front, Marky Ramone, and many others.
Frederiksen first achieved notoriety playing with the U.K. Subs on their 1991 U.K. tour. He joined Rancid in 1993, and made his recording debut with them on their second album, Let’s Go. While still a member of Rancid, Frederiksen got a side band together, called Lars Frederiksen & the Bastards, and released that band’s first album in 2001. Their second album, Viking, saw the light of day in 2004.
November 2021 saw the release of Frederiksen’s debut solo project entitled “To Victory,” a 6 song EP with 3 accompanying music videos. Frederiksen has announced a tour around the EP in March and April 2022.
Chicago’s premier Italian band
“We play energizing pop-punk originals that are occasionally jazzy.”
The Data Waves have that slow-jam, stank-face, late-night car ride sound. Their fusion of funky drums and bass, jazzy chord progressions, and soulful horns creates a symphony of complex, entrancing sound. The group has recently released their debut album, Revolution, in addition to various EP’s and live recordings, and is currently based in Chicago.
The County Line is a jam band with a deep appreciation for the Grateful Dead. The County Line consistently challenges themselves with jam improvisation, and a dedication to making every show energetic and unique.
Poul Freitag is on rhythm guitar and lead vocals. Poul has been covering The Grateful Dead for over 25 years in various bands.
Jakob Freitag is on lead guitar and backup vocals. Jakob was trained at School of Rock Arlington Heights, where he played in the house band for 3 years.
Phil Chester is on Bass. Phil graduated from DePaul with a degree in Jazz Studies. He is a music director at School of Rock Schaumburg, a session musician and participates in multiple projects.
Jim Farmer is on drums. Jim was a founding member of two legendary Grateful Dead cover bands in the Chicago area – Terrapin Flyer and Caution. He is also a current member of Northwest Corner.
Steve Anton is on Keys and organ. Steve has been playing in Grateful Dead bands for over 25 years.
“It’s Jazz. It just doesn’t sound like it.”
This is how virtuoso guitarist Oz Noy describes his intoxicating blend of jazz, funk, rock, blues, and r&b.
Born in Israel, Oz started his professional career at the age of 13 playing jazz, blues, pop and rock music. By age 16, he was playing with top Israeli musicians and artists. By age 24, he was one of the most established studio guitar players in the country. Oz was also a member of the house band on Israel’s top-rated television show for more than two years.
Since his 1996 arrival in New York, Oz has made a huge impact on the local and international music scene. His unique and intoxicating style has broken all the rules of instrumental guitar music by focusing on the groove. All-stars such as Keith Carlock, Anton Fig, Vinnie Colaiuta, and Dave Weckl often contribute on drums, with bassists Will Lee, James Genus, and Reggie Washington.
In 2003, Oz released his debut record – “Oz Live” – recorded at NYC’s legendary Bitter End.
In 2004, Oz signed with Magna Carta Records and in 2005, released his highly-acclaimed studio record “HA!” with his all-star band featuring Fig, Carlock, Lee and Genus plus special guests Mike Stern and George Whitty.
In April of 2007, a licensing deal with Magna Carta and Japanese label Videoarts opened the door for Oz’s music in Japan. Later that year saw the release of “Fuzzy,” Oz’s third record under the Magna Carta label. For Fuzzy, Oz’s all-star band is joined by various special guests including Colaiuta, bassist Jimmy Johnson, and keyboardists Whitty and Jim Beard.
September, 2009, saw the release of Oz’s fourth album, “Schizophrenic,” featuring Lee, Fig, Carlock, Weckl, Ricky Peterson, Chris Palmero, and special guest Steve Lukather.
In November of 2011, Oz released his fifth studio album “Twisted Blues Vol. 1” Featuring Vinnie Colaiuta, Anton Fig, Chris Layton, Will Lee, Roscoe Beck , John Medeski, Jerry Z, Reese Wynans, Ralph Macdonald and special guests Eric Johnson & Allen Toussaint.
In late 2012, Oz released his two highly acclaimed instructional DVDs,”Guitar Improvisational Workout” and “Play Along Workout”, released by jazzheaven.com .
May of 2014 saw the release of Oz’s 6th studio album “Twisted Blues Vol. 2” featuring special collaborations with: Chick Corea, Allen Toussaint, Eric Johnson, Warren Haynes, Gregoire Maret, Greg Leisz, Dave Weckl, and John Medeski. The album featured the help of a stellar backup band featuring Keith Carlock, Anton Fig, Chris Layton, Will Lee, Roscoe Beck, Jerry Z and Reese Wynans.
In March, 2015, Oz released his 7th album “Asian Twistz” featuring Dave Weckl & Etienne Mbappe. The live album was recorded during a tour in Asia during the summer of 2014.
oz-noy-img5April 2016 Oz Release his 8th studio album “Who Gives A Funk” Featuring very special guests Joe Bonamassa, Robben Ford, Dweezil Zappa, Fred Weasley, Chris Potter, John Medeski & Corey Glover.
Sept 2017 showed the debut release of “Ozone Squeeze” , Oz’s new band featuring Atlantha Drummer Darren Stanley & Australian Keyboardist, vocalist Rai Thistlethwayte.
March 2019 Oz Release his 9th solo Album “Booga Looga Loo” Featuring Drummers-Steve Ferrone, Vinnie Colaiuta and Dave Weckl, Bassists-Will Lee, John Patitucci and James Genus, Keyboardists- Jerry Z and Brian Charette with special guests- Anne Drummond, Kevin Hays and Seamus Blake.
For his accomplishments as a trend-setting guitarist, Oz won the highly acclaimed Guitar Player magazine readers poll for “Best guitar riff on a record” (2007), “Best new talent” (2008), and “Best out there guitar player” (2013).
Oz’s success both as an artist and an instrumentalist has built demand for him as an instructor. In 2011, he released two Instructional videos for Jazz Heaven, entitled “Guitar Improvisational Workout” and “Play Along Workout.” since 2015, Oz released three instructional videos for My Music Master Class (MMMC) entitled “Unlocking The Neck” , “Blues, Bends and Beyond” and “Effects On The Gig”. He also released four videos for True Fire, entitled “Improv Wizard”, “Essentials Funk Rhythm Guitar”, “Twisted Guitar-Blues Soloing” and “Twisted Guitar- Blues Rhythm”.
Oz also conducts periodic master classes at The Collective School of Music (New York City), Musicians Institute (Los Angeles), and others.
Oz Noy has performed, toured and recorded with Richard Bona, Chris Botti, Gavin DeGraw, Harry Belafonte, Cyndi Lauper, Clay Aiken, Akiko Yano, Wonder Girls, Toni Braxton, Phoebe Snow, Nile Rogers, Mike Clark, Jeff ‘Tain’ Watts, Dave Weckl, Mike Manieri, John Patitucci, The East Village Opera Company, Roger Glover, Bill Evans, Randy Brecker, The Gil Evan Orchestra,Warren Hayes, Gove’t Mule, The Allman Brothers, Umphrey’s Mcgee, Allen Toussaint, Eric Johnson, Mike Stern, John Abercrombie, Wallace Roney, Steve Lukather, John Medeski, Chris Potter, Fred Wesley, Tom Scott, Don Was, Nelly Furtado, Natasha Bedingfield, Phillip Phillips, Andy Grammer, Angelique Kidjo, Matisyahu, Jennifer Hudson, Henry Butler, Gart Hudson, Don Henley, Patti Austin, Take 6, Michael Buble, Josh Groban, Phil Ramone, Paul Shaffer, Dweezil Zappa, Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Sting, Steve Perry, Allison Krauss Foreigner, Patty Smyth, Wiz Khalifa, Shelea, Jordin Sparks, Average White Band, Christopher Cross, TYP, Betty Buckley, Idina Menzel, Luke Nelson, Justin Timberlake, Bonnie Raitt, Lizzo, Dave Mathews, Cat Stevens, Scary Pockets among othersj
A cool collection of metal. Anthrax, Pantera, Ozzy, Metallica, Megadeth, Iron Maiden just to name a few.
Ed Towns has a real love and passion for comedy. Throughout his life, he’s always admired true professionals with a gift for invoking their ideas to a crowd through humor. This was never a reality for Ed until his high school english teacher, comedian and mentor Bill Gorgo opened his eyes during a class about stand-up comedy. It took several years but Ed’s courage finally came to the forefront and he hit the stage for the first time and instantly fell in love. Now Ed entertains and makes people laugh with his cynically honest views on relationships, current events and his family. Nothing is off limits as audiences get a peak into Ed’s life and all the hilarity it ensues. Ed has opened for the likes of Chris Redd (SNL) Felonius Munk ( ABC For Life) and Josh Johnson (The Daily Show). Ed now is a producer of Comedians You Should Know, a 14 year staple in the Chicago Comedy scene.
AZIOLA CRY is an instrumental progressive rock band from Chicago consisting of Warr guitar, guitar, and drums. Described as “rhythmically intricate, dark, and complex,” the band showcases “suburb musicianship” while having songs that have been described as “extraordinary” and “something special.” The trio has performed with bands such as The Aristocrats and Behold The Arctopus and made appearances at festivals including ProgStock, Prog Day, and M.A.R.S. Fest. Their most recent release, The Ironic Divide, made many top album of the year lists and won the Sonic Perspectives Top Instrumental Progressive Metal Album of the Year award. Now, the band is set to release a new album in early 2025 that promises to expand on their sound while venturing into new territories.
Jason Blake / Warr Guitar
Mike Milaniak / Guitar
Tommy Murray / Drums
On their sophomore album Preserved in Torment, Olympia WA’s doomed death metal unit MORTIFERUM push their penchant for dark, depraved, and disgusting dirges even further out into the periphery. Picking up where they left off with their Profound Lore debut Disgorged from Psychotic Depths, MORTIFERUM continue to mine the poisonous quagmire of classic American death metal, the warped visions of Finnish death metal, and the suffocating lurch of funeral doom for inspiration, but the resulting six tracks on Preserved in Torment operate on a larger scale, both in musical scope and in sheer crushing weight.
Tompkins Square label, established in 2005, has released acclaimed recordings by artists such as William Tyler, Gwenifer Raymond, Ryley Walker and Michael Chapman as well as reissues of folk, old-timey, gospel and American Primitive Guitar. The label has received 8 Grammy nominations.
“Hard to Love” the first completely DIY recording by the band was released on 10/22/2021 with Paper+Plastick Records.
WITH A HEALTHY LIST OF RECORDS UNDER THEIR BELT, DATING BACK TO 1996, HUNTINGTONS RELEASED THEIR 8TH FULL-LENGTH ALBUM ON JANUARY 31ST, 2020. THEIR FIRST IN NEARLY 17 YEARS.
Chicago’s Musical Homage to the music of Echo and The Bunnymen. From the purveyors of Still IL, PriMary, The Psychophantic Furs, Who’s This Mary?, All Mods Conned and more! We also play The Smiths, The Clash, Fabs and others.
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