Archives: September 2013
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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- The Smoking Popes
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- The Smoking Popes
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- Photo by Katie Hovland
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The Flatliners
Photo by Katie Hovland
With Dead Language, The Flatliners have created their most detailed and cohesive album yet. Having spent the past decade touring the globe, this record highlights the band’s precise musicianship, as well as their adeptness at playing together and feeding off each other’s energy. It also features sharpened songwriting, resulting in an album that’s both mature and accessible. We caught up with the Toronto-based band after their recent appearance at Riot Fest Chicago. We spoke with singer/guitarist Chris Cresswell and drummer Paul Ramirez, and discussed their new record in detail. We also talked about touring, the future of the band and more. Continue Reading…
Riot Fest, 2013
Flag
Photo by Katie Hovland
Flag’s origins can be traced back to 2011, near the 30th anniversary of Black Flag’s first LP, Damaged. The Descendents were playing a show in Santa Monica, CA when former Black Flag drummer/current Descendents drummer Bill Stevenson and Descendents guitarist Stephen Egerton, were joined onstage by original Black Flag singer Keith Morris and former Black Flag bassist Chuck Dukowski. The four proceeded to play Black Flag’s first record, Nervous Breakdown, in its entirety. Eventually this lineup made known that they would form under the name Flag, with plans to play songs from Black Flag’s entire catalog at various tour dates, both stateside and abroad. Flag’s lineup would be solidified once former Black Flag singer and rhythm guitarist, Dez Cadena, joined the fold on guitar. Flag recently played Riot Fest Chicago and we spoke with Stevenson, Egerton, Dukowski and Cadena. We discussed how they got together, the continued legacy of Black Flag’s music and their current thoughts on Black Flag’s lyrics. We also talked about their Riot Fest performance, future plans and more. Continue Reading…
The Gunshy – “The Independent”
Photo by Katie Hovland
On Friday, September 27th, Chicago’s The Gunshy will commemorate the release of their new album, Silent Songs, at the Beat Kitchen. They’re set to perform as a seven-piece band, including trumpet, violin and cello, and will play the new record in its entirety. Supporting acts include Geronimo!, Rad Payoff and Sean Bonnette of Andrew Jackson Jihad. The show starts at 8:30 PM, is 17+ and costs $10. Check out the first track from Silent Songs below, called “The Independent.”
[audio:http://www.jadedinchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/01-The-Independent-1.mp3|titles=”The Independent”]Dan Vapid and the Cheats
Photo by Katie Hovland
With the release of their second LP, the aptly-titled Two, Dan Vapid and the Cheats have cemented their status as one of today’s leading pop punk bands. Recorded by Matt Allison at Atlas Studios, the album sounds great and does a masterful job of highlighting the detailed songwriting. The record contains both classic and contemporary elements of pop punk, resulting in a collection of songs that’s sure to please lifers and newcomers to the genre alike. Without question, this release serves to reintroduce the band and position them for a promising and exciting future. We recently spoke with singer/guitarist Dan Vapid and discussed the album in detail. We also talked about lineup changes, the decision to self-release the record, future plans and more. Lastly, make sure to listen to “I’m a Contrarian,” which is streaming at the end of the interview.
Sundowner – Neon Fiction
Fat Wreck Chords – Release Date: 9/03/13
Sundowner, the side project of Lawrence Arms singer/guitarist Chris McCaughan, has returned with its third and strongest album to date, Neon Fiction. It’s Sundowner’s first release for Fat Wreck Chords, and also features increased contributions from Lawrence Arms drummer Neil Hennessy. Hennessy now handles bass and drum responsibilities, resulting in songs that are both dynamic and diverse. The lyrics cover reoccurring themes like cities and seasons, but it’s the unique manner in which McCaughan delivers his personal stories that really allows for the listener to connect with his words. The album fittingly opens with “Cemetery West,” a song about the Chicago neighborhood where McCaughan grew up. It talks about letting go of the past and looking ahead to new beginnings, and it’s anchored by an especially catchy chorus. “We Drift Eternal” is a melancholy number that deals with isolation, but as the music picks up in the last minute or so there’s an underlying sense of resiliency and hope. “Life in the Embers” is another highlight, as it evokes traces of Dear You era Jawbreaker in the best possible way. It also speaks of consequence and taking responsibility for one’s actions, and likely contains some of the record’s most eloquent lyrics. “Wildfire” appropriately concludes the album with themes of acceptance and forgiveness, and it’s undeniably one of the most beautiful songs that McCaughan has ever penned. Needless to say, Neon Fiction is decidedly recommended for singer/songwriter enthusiasts, as well as Larry Arms diehards. Fans of McCaughan’s previous work owe it to themselves to check this out at once.
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