ANTICHRIST
Gabbe – Guitar
Steken – Vocals
Filip – Guitar
Sven – Battery
Gobbe – Bass
PRELUDE TO RUIN
Prelude to Ruin is the culmination of several years’ of laziness and inaction, finally come to fruition after Ruiz became dissatisfied with the current state of affairs. Old-timey and unconcerned with the feelings of others, Prelude to Ruin writes music that it, and only it, likes.
GREYHAWK
Seattle based heavy metal band. Signed to Fighter Records
Rev Taylor – Vocals
Jesse Berlin – Lead Guitar
Enrico Marriuzzo – Lead Guitar
Darin Wall – Bass Guitar
Nate Butler – Drums
DJ RUBEN OF DMS SOUND SYSTEM
THE ELITE
Oi! from Buffalo NY.
LENNY LASHLEY’S GANG OF ONE
LENNY LASHLEY is a household name in New England, and beyond. Whether it’s performing on stage or slinging drinks at The Midway Cafe in Jamaica Plains (MA), Lenny is a star – regaling the world with Boston history and decades of tour stories like no one else can. His voice is as Boston as it gets – and as identifiable as any other frontman out there. Lenny’s even narrated movies and done voiceover gigs to help sustain being a diehard rock and roller first and foremost.
A longtime fixture in the Boston punk scene, Lenny has been playing and touring for 20 years. With more energy and clarity than ever before, Lenny has been playing solo acoustic shows, reinvigorating a New Darkbuster, making cameos with Mighty Mighty Bosstones, and even joining the Boston powerhouse Street Dogs. Lenny is staying busy, rocking and rolling, and living life to the fullest.
Lenny Lashley’s Gang Of One is hands-down the best example of the talent and creativity pouring out of this incredible soul. It’s illuminating and insightful, passionate and beautifully crafted. Timeless and unclassifiable songs that illustrate the story of a well-travelled thoughtful American wearing his heart on his sleeve, never afraid to speak his mind, stand up for his fellow man, and be an example of always striving to be the best human you can be.
Whether they are played solo on a barstool or as a 7-piece in an arena supporting Dropkick Murphys, these songs and Lenny’s performances are legendary. They cut through a room (or even an arena) and get right in your face – conveying a desperately needed soul-filled message for today’s turbulent world.
BLUE LIGHT JAZZ BAND
The Blue Light Jazz Band is a traditional jazz band guaranteed to please!
GREG JACKS & BROTHER HELP
“Greg Jacks & Brother Help is a piano-fronted, 7-piece band specializing in New Orleans rhythm and blues. If you like The Meters, Dr. John, Professor Longhair, and Allen Toussaint — then you’ll love this group. They bring the sights and sounds of Mardi Gras to the Chicagoland area.”
DEATH TOUR
KIDSNEXTDOOR
THE GAVEL
Thrashin’ N’ Trashin’
Alex- Guitar/ Vocals
Jim- Guitar/ Vocals
Myles- Bass
Mikey- Drums
NO DOUBT “RETURN OF SATURN”
Return of Saturn is the fourth studio album by American rock band No Doubt. It was released on April 11, 2000, by Trauma Records and Interscope Records. It marked the band’s first album as a quartet, following the departure of original keyboardist Eric Stefani in 1994. After touring for two and a half years to promote their breakthrough third studio album, Tragic Kingdom (1995), No Doubt wrote several dozen songs for its follow-up and eventually settled on working with producer Glen Ballard. Creating the album became a tumultuous process lasting two years, during which there was dissension among band members and between the band and its label. The album was completed after the band returned to the studio and recorded what became two of its singles.
The album maintains the ska punk and reggae influences of the band’s previous work, but with slower, more ballad-like songs. The lyrics to many of the songs describe singer Gwen Stefani’s pining for a more domestic life, contrasting that with her commitment to a music career.
THE CURE “STARING AT THE SEA – THE SINGLES”
Big and moody, Staring at the Sea compiles some hits and near misses of these excavators of the dark soul. Beginning with their earliest hits–the sparse “Killing an Arab,” the aptly tedious “10:15 Saturday Night,” and the charming “Boys Don’t Cry”–this collection stops before the comparative giddiness of Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me.
Musicians first, brooding art types second, The Cure’s unique instrumentation doesn’t get the credit it rightfully deserves. The thrashy, trash-can break in “Jumping Someone Else’s Train,” the sprightly synthesized recorder of “Close to Me,” and the techno-pop disco lines in “Let’s Go to Bed” and “The Walk” are downright brilliant in their effectiveness and simplicity. A string of money shots if ever there was one. –Steve Gdula
PARAMORE “RIOT!”
Riot! is the second studio album by American rock band Paramore. It was released in the United States on June 12, 2007 through Fueled by Ramen as a follow-up to their debut album, All We Know Is Falling (2005). The album was produced by David Bendeth and written by band members Hayley Williams and Josh Farro, with Bendeth, and fellow member Zac Farro co-writing on select tracks. The album is said to explore a “diverse range of styles,” while not straying far from the “signature sound” of their debut album, with several critics comparing it to likes of Kelly Clarkson and Avril Lavigne. The cover of the album also resembles the cover artwork of No Doubt’s Rock Steady.
BLINK-182 “ENEMA OF THE STATE”
Enema of the State is the third studio album by American rock band Blink-182, released on June 1, 1999, by MCA Records. After a long series of performances at various clubs and festivals and several indie recordings throughout the 1990s, Blink-182 first achieved popularity on the Warped Tour and in Australia following the release of their second album Dude Ranch (1997) and its rock radio hit “Dammit”. To record their third album, Blink-182 turned to veteran punk rock producer Jerry Finn, who previously worked on Green Day’s breakthrough album Dookie (1994). Enema was the band’s first album to feature second drummer Travis Barker, who replaced original drummer Scott Raynor.
NEW ORDER “LOW-LIFE”
Low-Life is the third studio album by English rock band New Order, released on 13 May 1985 by Factory Records. It is considered to be among the band’s strongest work, displaying the moment they completed their transformation from post-punk hold-overs to dance-rockers. The album shows New Order’s increased incorporation of synthesisers and samplers, while still preserving the rock elements of their earlier work. The original Factory CD issues of the album were mastered with pre-emphasis.
KRYPTS
Finnish Death Doom
HORRENDOUS
Horrendous was conceived in the womb of early 2009 by three young men obsessed with metal. Aiming to harness the mystique and aura of their favorite music while simultaneously rekindling the flame of a genre they felt was losing traction, the band emerged from a desolate scene to chart an unfamiliar path into the depths.
PETE BENSON
One of Chicago’s premiere Hammond B3 players, Pete Benson has been in-
BRIAN CHARETTE TRIO
Organist, Brian Charette is a Hammond and IK Multimedia endorsed, Steeplechase and Positone recording artist, currently #3 on the Downbeat Critic’s Poll. He is also the 2014 Downbeat Rising Star, and 2015 Best Organist in NYC from Hothouse Magazine. Charette plays with many well known jazz artists like NEA master George Coleman and pop icons like Chaka Khan and is known for his technical command of the organ and memorable funky tunes with swirling electronica. He will be joined by Jordan Young on the drums and Dave Miller on guitar. Young is a Detroit native and fellow Positone label mate. He is Charette’s right hand man playing on most of his US tours. Dave Miller is a local hero with a soulful tone and meaningful melodic approach which will add just the right vibe to the greasy, funky set.
Charette was born in Meriden, Connecticut in 1972, and was introduced to music by his mother, Catherine. By the age of 17, he was playing with jazz luminaries such as Lou Donaldson and Houston Person. Since graduating on the Dean’s List from UConn in 1994 with a BA in Music, Charette has been performing extensively in Europe and the USA with his home base being the East Village, NYC. Brian is a staple of the downtown NYC scene working with virtually everyone who plays with an organist.
Besides being a critically acclaimed composer and bandleader, Brian has performed with many notable artists such as Joni Mitchell, Chaka Khan, Paul Simon, Cyndi Lauper, and many more. Charette is also an active author and educator, writing for Keyboard Magazine, The New York City Jazz Record, DownBeat, and the Czech magazine, Muzikus. Brian teaches masterclasses all over the world and is on the faculty of the Czech Summer Jazz Workshop at Jesek Conservatory in Prague. His first book, 101 Hammond B3 Tips, released through publisher Hal Leonard, has become very popular, as well as his videos on the website, mymusicmasterclass.com.
Outside of music, Charette is passionate about chess and White Crane kung fu, in which he holds a black sash.
INSTRUCTED BY GILLIAN MCGHEE
Hey y’all, Gillian here! I’m a musician, bartender and yoga teacher in Chicago. I came to yoga a few years ago as a skeptic, but over time, it has become one of the most important parts of my life. To me, yoga is all about connecting your mind, body and breath together to energize, restore and heal yourself. My goal is to make yoga more approachable for beginners or skeptics (particularly folks in the music and service industries) and show them what a powerful tool it can be as joyful movement, self-care and self-study. By bringing yoga to spaces that that we know and love (like Reggies or the lakefront), we can explore the practice in an environment that makes it less intimidating! Please reach out with any questions, I can’t wait to see you on your mat!
Yoga IG: @heavyzen.gillian
Music IG: @hiho.gillian
Email: heavyzen.gillian@gmail.com
HEAVY ZEN: YOGA AT REGGIES
Join us on the second floor of Reggies for an afternoon of yoga + doom metal. Hang out in the Music Joint after the class for a complimentary beer (or Bloody Mary, mimosa, cider, etc!). Brunch and lunch menu will be available too. All skill levels welcome! BRING YOUR OWN MAT + MASK!
DISMALIEMERENCE
Progressive/Atmospheric Black Metal from IL.
Our debut single “Sequestered Hearts” is out now!
Full length album “Tome:1” coming soon.
TOMARUM
Tómarúm is an atmospheric/progressive black metal band formed in 2017.
“Wounds Ever Expanding” EP out 2/7/2020
CARNIVORE A.D.
INSULT TO INJURY
Insult To Injury are a fast hardcore punk band hailing from The Southside Crew. Creating their own street style, back in the 90s (based on their exploits from the 80s), these local legends are still the most honest and brutal hard-hitting motherfuckerz that you’ll ever encounter. They ain’t sell outs. So you might not have heard of ’em. Good. Keep this shit to yourself.
DISSONANCE & DISSENT
Dissonance & Dissent is a political ska-punk band from West Lafayette, IN. Finding themselves in ever shrinking scene/genre, the group tries to keep the spirit of punk, skacore, and ska alive, while also branding it with their own unique stamp. With politically charged lyrics, the angst, speed and aggression of punk, the catchiness of ska, and a high level of musical complexity rare in both punk and ska, the band hopes to leave their mark with the music they create; Wishing to not only influence and help re-spark the genres and local music scene, but also promote social and political awareness.
LOS CADEJOS
We are Los Cadejos a Ska Band originating from the Inland Empire. Our music style is influenced by Latin Ska, Rocksteady, Two-Tone, Reggae, Cumbia, & more
CEREBRO NEGRO
HAMILTON LOOMIS
“If blues, soul, and rock can be said to form a triangle, you’ll find Hamilton Loomis right in the center of it”, says Guitar Player Magazine.
EXTINGUISH THE SUN
Extinguish the Sun formed in the Fall of 2015, emerging out of members of three fairly disparate local acts, chapter seven, Trippin Molly, and Panic Stations.
After releasing their first full-length, Antihero, the band played numerous shows. In the wake of releasing this record, EtS have played in and around the Dixon–Sterling–Rock Falls area with various diverse acts. Beyond playing shows in their immediate area, EtS recorded a session with Carl Nelson in DeKalb for WNIJ’s local music showcase, Sessions from Studio A. The band have also worked to extend their reach to other Midwest cities and bring their music before broader and more diverse audiences.
Around 1 ½ years after the release of Antihero, in January of 2019, they entered Straightaway Productions with local engineer Drew Widolff to record their EP, Oceans, slated to be released later in 2019. Comprised of six tracks of completely new material, this EP shows the band in their true form, experimenting, evolving, and honing their sound, but always remaining true to their initial intent of intensity, melody, and originality.
As 2019 unfolds, guitarists Nick Grobe and Jeremy Toms, bassist Daniel Edmunds, singer Jeremy Miller, and drummer Michael Morley have continued rehearsing and writing songs. With a broad range of influences and musical tastes, EtS work to continue writing compelling songs and releasing them, getting out and performing live as much as possible.
EtS continue booking shows and laying out their schedule for the coming year. You can surely expect to see them in a basement | garage | punk hovel near you soon.
NATHAN GRAY & BAND
I write songs, and then sing them in front of people. Hope you enjoy it.
DJ SOULCITER
GEORGE TROUBLE
George Trouble, frontman for The Zealots’, just released his first solo album “Plow”. His songwriting weaves unconventional lyrics with a wide palette of classic Americana. His carefully crafted phrases tell stories of cartoon saviors, ditch diggers, and cynical romance. The melodies recall folk-punk, rockabilly, surf and honest country blues. Not to be missed, George Trouble’s live shows are a classic slice of Tar Heel rock ‘n’ roll.
ELYSIAN GREEN
Elysian Green is the collaborative creation of guitarist Cole Runge, pianist Clay Corso, bassist Vinny Kabat and drummer TJ Thompson. Their self-titled debut EP of all original music is coming soon via Schnauz Records!
MARK GAMSJAGER
THE DON DIEGO TRIO
The Don Diego Trio, thanks to his musical direction, has been nominated as “Best Rockabilly Band” at the 2016 and at the 2017 Ameripolitan Awards, flying to Austin, Texas, to take part at this incredible music week dedicated to the classic side of the american music. They’ve played all around Texas for the showcases of the awards, and they also played as the house band at the famous after party at the Continental Club, backing artists like James Hand, James Intveld, Chris Casello, Rosie Flores, Joel Paterson, AdamLopez, Dale Watson, Jack Grelle, Ags Connolly, Marti Brom, Pat May, and many many others…
They even played at the famous Broken Spoke, at the Big T Roadhouse, at the C-Boys (hosting, in both places, the world famous “Chicken Shit Bingo”), at the ABGB. They also played their own show at both the Continental Clubs in Austin and in Houston. And they even did an intimate show into the Western Flyers’ house, in front of the bosses of the Bob Wills Association (a community for the preservation of the western swing music all over the world, created by Bob Wills’ daughter).
NYCL KAI
TOKYO’S REVENGE
BIGKLIT
If you think you don’t know BigKlit, you do. The abrasive pre-chorus to her hit song, “Liar,” is nothing short of memorable — in fact, it’s more like a slap in the face with a sucker punch to follow: “Fuck! You a pussy ass bitch/ Fuck you, your momma, and your kids!”
With a strong statement, tone, and attitude, the song quickly blew up on TikTok and has become one of the app’s most popular trends so far in 2019. Now, BigKlit’s ready for world domination.
CHRIS SIEBOLD / TIM SEISSER / JONATHAN MARKS TRIO
DLC: HOT CLUB
We put the ‘class’ in classic gaming with our 3-piece acoustic jazz band. This mix of violin, upright bass, and guitar will give your party a true vintage vibe. With an eclectic selection from video games, anime, and movies, we’ll perfectly set the stage for any wedding ceremony or cocktail hour.
KID YUKI AND THE OTAKUS
We’re all about bringing your favorite music from anime, video games, and nerd culture to life! Check out http://youtube.com/c/kidyuki1 for music videos and bi-weekly live stream shows, and see us at an anime convention near you for live performances!
DLC MUSIC CHICAGO
Dance the night away with our high-energy 10-piece band, featuring three amazing vocalists, a full horn section, and a rock solid rhythm section! Want more than just K-Pop? Don’t worry. These guys know all the hits. Whether it’s your favorite 90s jam or the latest BTS track, we got you covered!
APOLLO RAI
FLOJO
CLAIRE BRYANT
BELLHEAD
Post-punk male-female duo band. Two basses and a drum machine. No Guitar, No BS. MADE IN CHICAGO
NEKRO DRUNKZ
Alchoholocaust Death Thrashing Grind!! No Wimps, No False Metal, No Motley Crue Hair cuts!!!! NO HIPSTER DOOM/FASHION CRUST/SISSY GRIND!!!
SHRIVEL UP
Dylan: Drums
Tony: Vocals
Ryan: Guitar/Vocals
SEWER RAT
GERRY HUNDT
Gerry Hundt is a wunderkind of a blues and old-timey music multi-instrumentalist who plays as many roles as he does instruments, performing as a bandleader as well as a sideman, in full bands, quartets, trios, duos and solo.But his “Legendary One-Man Band” has become Hundt’s alter ego, just as, say, Spiderman is Peter Parker’s. And to see him in action on his guitar/harmonica/bass drum/snare rig one wonders if Hundt was bitten by a radioactive boll weevil in his youth, enabling him to tear it up on his own terms, transforming from merely Gerry Hundt, musician, into “Gerry Hundt the Legendary One-Man Band,” sprouting stringed instruments, rack attachments and foot devices, and bursting into a set of hot, rag-time blues. I mean, I don’t know, but then there was that time he “went to Colorado,” and came back a full-fledged one-man-band-kind-of a musician. I’m just sayin’.Okay, then how and why does he do it? Is it just because he can—like chewing gum and walking at the same time—but while solving a Rubik’s Cube, giving a fiery filibuster and dancing a tarantella? You know, there are musicians, and there are performers. And then there are entertainers. Hundt is an entertainer—in the classic sense of “all-in and fully involved.” In the tradition of musical gizmo geniuses Jesse “Lone Cat” Fuller, Joe Hill Louis and Dr. Ross, he’s a guitar-pickin’, drum-thumpin’, kazoo-blowin’ kinetic combination of Rube Goldberg, Blind Boy Fuller, the Mississippi Sheiks and a medicine show at a tent revival meeting.I mean, the boy lays one helluva racket!
THE TELLWAYS
THE INCITERS
One of the West Coast’s finest Northern Soul bands – THE INCITERS! An overpowering 11-piece dance floor soul band that has brought the house down from LA to Chicago and all across Europe, releasing 3 albums to date on Grover/Elmo Records in Germany and “ DOING FINE” which was recorded in Chicago and released by JUMP UP in 2000. The band’s newest album, “Soul Clap” on JUMP UP was released February 2012.
THE INCITERS play Northern Soul music, a genre that originated in the north of England in the 1960s, taking inspiration from America’s Stax and Motown greats like the Temptations, Stevie Wonder and the Supremes.
Northern Soul takes the Motown/Stax ethic but adds a stronger back-beat with more adventurous production, and THE INCITERS continue this tradition in grand style on their new 11 track album SOUL CLAP. With 11 members wielding drums, bass, guitars, a full horn section, and three strong female vocalists, THE INCITERS have no problem filling a room with the powerful sound of soul. The three vocalists — Betsy Jane Kniffin, Andrea Button, and Aimee Gruber — lead the band through finely crafted original songs as well as traditional soul music that will get you out of your seat and start to dance. Their choreography has an improvisational character to it as each of the singers cues off the moves of the others. THE INCITERS first formed back in 1995 and had a successful 10-year run before breaking up in 2005 – leaving behind a massive following in Europe that demanded their return year after year. In 2009, they got their wish as original member / bandleader Rick Kendrick went to work putting the band back together. THE INCITERS re-formed with some new, younger faces and picked up right where they left off. Right after the group reformed, they embarked on another successful European tour, released a teaser 7” single on Scorcha in Germany, and then got to work to record their comeback album for 2012 – SOUL CLAP!