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…
Originally a printed zine from 1998 – 2004, our goal is to provide coverage of Chicago’s expansive independent music community, and to occasionally highlight some of our past work. National and international bands will be featured as well, but above all, we hope to create lasting content for music fans everywhere.
Writer: Bill Denker
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