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Moritat "Cats"

The trio known as Moritat is fairly new to the Chicago scene, but from what I have heard from their new album Clill Blanzin they are going to make a big impact. The will be released on June 26th and you can catch Venus Laurel, Konstantin Jace and Corey McCafferty at The Whistler on June 25th.

MP3: Moritat "Cats"

 

Redgrave "Dick Moves"

Angie Mead and Stephen Howard are Redgrave, and the duo are preparing to release their new album National Act on June 13th. The band has released the albums first single, "Dick Moves".

MP3: Redgrave "Dick Move"

You can catch Redgrave at Quenchers on May 26th, at Martyrs on June 9th, and at the their free release party at The Whistler on June 13th.

 

Killer Moon at Empty Bottle

Killer Moon is finally seeing the release of their new lp Tunnel Vision, and the band is celebrating with a free show at Empty Bottle with Creepy Band and Alma Negra tonight, May 14th.

 

The Wild Finish @ Tonic Room

The Wild Finish released a new ep called "Damn Near" last month. If you are looking for straightforward pop-punk then this is your band.

You can catch The Wild Finish at Tonic Room with Star and Micey on May 19th.

 

Big Science "Difficulty"

Back in February we announced that Big Science would be releasing their debut album, Difficulty, on May 29th. Now as the release approaches we have the details of the release show have surfaced.

1. All The Heat Has Escaped
2. American Gravity
3. Blind Our Eyes
4. No One Ever Wakes Up (mp3)
5. Loose Change Century
6. Headlight Song
7. Crown For The Hanging
8. AM Golden
9. Subliminal
10. When You Go, Go Away

You can catch Big Science at The Burlington on May 30th and hear this powerful new record for yourself. The band is promising a brilliant light projections they create to curate each song.

 

Nick Shaheen

Earlier this Spring Nick Shaheen released his new album, Don't Give Up On Me. Nick is an enchanting singer and songwriter with an honest sound rooted in traditional folk. He will be rehearsing new songs this weekend at Tonic Room, Saturday May 12th.

 

Empires "We Lost Magic"

Empires have released a new single called "We Lost Magic". The track comes from a deluxe edition of their album Garage Hymns which will be released on June 12th. The band will be heading out this summer on a headlining tour that includes a spot at on this year's Lollapalooza line-up.

 

A Lull Announces Meat Mountain

A Lull has announced that their new ep will be released on June 26th via Lujo Records. The album will be called Meat Mountain, and they have released the first single from the album, "Summer Dress".

MP3: A Lull "Summer Dress"

 

Hood Internet Mixtape Vol. 6

The Hood Internet have released their 6th collection of mashups and remixes. This collections feature bits and pieces of tracks from The Cool Kids, Only Children, Kid Sister, and so many more. It also includes tracks that include both Beastie Boys and Whitney Houston.

The Hood Internet also announced that they will be hitting the road with Chicago's Chrissy Muderbot and Star Slinger this month for The Hood Slung Tour. However, there are no Chicago dates listed.

 

Chicago Underground Duo "Age of Energy"

Chicago Underground Duo have a history of talking the foundation of modern Jazz and experimenting with textures and layers. Chad Taylor and Rob Mazurek recently released their sixth album as the Chicago Underground Duo and first for the label Northern Spy. The album is called Age of Energy and the duo just released the second single from the album, "Castle in Your Heart".

 
 
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Stephen Paul Smoker
Ripe Fruit

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Stephen Paul Smoker released his new album Ripe Fruit last week. The album an eclectic romp shifting from the fast paced, driving rhythm of "In Cairo" to the somber pluck guitar of "Cold As A Stone". This album seems meditative and psychedelic at the time. The are many moments through out at quite, almost restful. One of my favorites are the flute interlude in "The Light On The First Day of Spring... Pt 1.". In many way Stephen Paul Smoker is a throw back the 60's, but the way he builds his melody's also feel very modern. Ripe Fruit is just that, fresh and ready to be consumed.

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listings
MAY
05.17Beat Kitchen
8pm Schwervon!
05.17Double Door
8pm Gag Order
05.18Tonic Room
8pm Champions
05.24Ultra Lounge
8pm The Wild Finish
05.25Metro
8pm Dozens
05.25Reggie's Music Joint
8pm Fox The Cat
JUNE
06.02The Hideout
11pm My Gold Mask
06.05Reggie's Music Joint
8pm Blayer Pointdujour
06.07The Metropia Experience Festival
2pm Milano
7pm Dozens
06.09Panda vs. Panda Loft
9pm Panda Riot
06.09Quenchers Saloon
8pm The Bright White
06.15Beat Kitchen
8pm Sun Cellar
9pm Hidden Hospitals
10pm State And Madison
11pm Urbanites
06.23Goose Island Brewpub
9pm Felsen (oakland, Ca)
JULY
07.12The Taste of Chicago
2pm Dozens
07.13The Taste of Chicago
4pm Milano
07.15The Taste of Chicago
5pm Troy D
JANUARY (2013)
01.01Ace Bar
9pm Upcoming Calendar