March, 2021 - Jaded In Chicago - Music News, Interviews, Features, and more

03.30.21

Sell The Heart Records – Release Date: 3/5/21

Earlier this month, Decent Criminal released a three-song single, called DC/EP. These songs represent a noticeable shift for the band, as they’ve embraced new influences and further developed their songwriting. The first song, “Drifter,” begins with a hazy, atmospheric intro. Its verse exudes ‘90s alternative and segues to a quiet bridge before the chorus comes crashing in at full volume. The head-bopping hook is extremely infectious and likely to be stuck in listeners’ heads for days. “Reap” is a super-catchy entry with a modern Motown vibe. The inventive bass playing is the most prominent aspect of this song and it takes the lead during the chorus. Here, the bass lines bob and weave around the vocals, creating a unique melody and an especially distinctive sound. “Bizarre” is a no-frills banger, mixing power pop with classic rock ‘n’ roll tendencies. Despite being just over two minutes long, they manage to include a lot of impressive subtleties in a short amount of time. On DC/EP, Decent Criminal sounds like a band who’s ascending to a new level. With each of these tracks, it’s clear that the members are working together and doing what’s best for the song, rather than trying to be flashy. It’s that sort of unselfishness that lends itself to great songwriting. If this is any indication of what to expect from their next full-length, then fans should start to anticipate something special.

Radkey

03.16.21

In November of last year, Missouri power trio Radkey released their latest full-length, Green Room. We recently spoke with bassist Isaiah Radke and discussed how they went about writing and recording the album. Green Room is an outstanding example of the band’s ability to advance their songwriting and incorporate a multitude of new influences. The end result is arguably their most varied, yet consistent record to date. Additionally, we talked about what it was like to put out an album during the pandemic, how they plan on staying connected with fans while they can’t play shows and more.

Devils Teeth – “Ride of the Devils Teeth”

03.05.21

Next month, Milwaukee’s Devils Teeth will release their second full-length, called La leggenda di Chong Li. The album was self-recorded, primarily in a barn that was converted into an art space, resulting in a unique sonic signature. On this record, the band continues to advance their distinctive brand of rock ‘n’ roll, which incorporates elements of punk, surf, garage and more. Devils Teeth’s lineup consists of guitarist/vocalist Jon Hanusa, bassist/vocalist Eric Arsnow, percussionist/drummer Chuck Engel, and saxophonist Caleb Westphal. Check out the video for the album’s first single below and pre-order the record via Triple Eye Industries here.