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WITHOUT A BREATH
Re-Formed in 2008, Withoutabreath brings an explosive force to Chicago rock music. A four-piece from the outskirts of Chicago, the band's driving guitars, creative beats and catchy melodies are consistent in every song, with lyrics that challenge and inspire all at once. Withoutabreath has finished their single "It Won't Be Long" that will be available on Myspace in January
Re-Formed in 2008, Withoutabreath brings an explosive force to Chicago rock music. A four-piece from the outskirts of Chicago, the band's driving guitars, creative beats and catchy melodies are consistent in every song, with lyrics that challenge and inspire all at once. Withoutabreath has finished their single "It Won't Be Long" that will be available on Myspace in January
KILROY Toured extensively in 2006/07/08 - highlights include SXSW 2008, CMJ 2007, Super Bowl XLII pre-game, Ford 400 Nascar Championship 2007, Fiesta Bowl 2007; Several Top 10 finishes in OurStage.com Rock song category including #1 January 2008 for I've Got A Secret, #1 April 2008 for Shake 'Em Down and #2 October 2008 for Mercedes Song
AMERICAN ANTI GRAVITY
AAG definitely has a sound and is destined for some major attention A quote from MUEN MAGAZINE
AAG has recently finished their first major release featuring Producer Phil Taylor front man of Machina (members of Evanescence and Future Leaders of the World)
in the independent movie of the year Resurrection Marie.
chosen to play the feature roll in a documentary on the Chicago scene scheduled release date summer of 2009 this film has already landed a major international production and distribution deal through Amerycafilms inc.
featured in Muen Magazine May/June 2008 issue in Muens hot new artist section.
AAG definitely has a sound and is destined for some major attention A quote from MUEN MAGAZINE
AAG has recently finished their first major release featuring Producer Phil Taylor front man of Machina (members of Evanescence and Future Leaders of the World)
in the independent movie of the year Resurrection Marie.
chosen to play the feature roll in a documentary on the Chicago scene scheduled release date summer of 2009 this film has already landed a major international production and distribution deal through Amerycafilms inc.
featured in Muen Magazine May/June 2008 issue in Muens hot new artist section.
MEQQA
Formed in 2000, MEQQA has been a formidable force in Chicago, blending intricate song forms and memorable choruses. Armed with an explosive and introspective live show, it took less than a year to catch the ears of famed record executive Derek Shulman and sign MEQQA to One Man Army Records. MEQQA gained force when named 2001 Band of The Year by Chicagos 94.7 The Zone.
An amazing talent ...possibly the next Cream. Tony Berg, Virgin Records /ARTISTdirect.
Formed in 2000, MEQQA has been a formidable force in Chicago, blending intricate song forms and memorable choruses. Armed with an explosive and introspective live show, it took less than a year to catch the ears of famed record executive Derek Shulman and sign MEQQA to One Man Army Records. MEQQA gained force when named 2001 Band of The Year by Chicagos 94.7 The Zone.
An amazing talent ...possibly the next Cream. Tony Berg, Virgin Records /ARTISTdirect.
THE LADY UPSTAIRS The Lady Upstairs is a 5-piece acoustic rock band from the Chicago suburbs drawing on a positive sound and the feel-good music of the last 20 years. We have a great fan base and are working toward our second full-length album set to be released in early 2010.
PHIL ANGOTTI Phil Angotti is a Chicago veteran singer/songwriter/guitarist,whose style is a diverse mixture of British 60's power pop,American folk rock,and modern guitar pop. He has played thousands of shows around the Chicago-land area and midwest, and has had several very successful cd's released, and 2 outstanding music videos.
He performs solo,and with his band the Idea.
He performs solo,and with his band the Idea.
JENNIFER JENNINGS
Sheryl Crow meets the Allman Brothers. Jennifer has a phenomenal voice, harkening back to the great female rock artists of the 60's and 70's - versatile enough to be equally at home singing a driving rock tune as well as a soulful ballad.
Awards -winner of the annual Winterbreak Games Music Alive Contest. Her "Twenty Houses" CD was picked over 40 other entries by 101.9 The Mix radio station. Invited to play Taste of Chicago.
Sheryl Crow meets the Allman Brothers. Jennifer has a phenomenal voice, harkening back to the great female rock artists of the 60's and 70's - versatile enough to be equally at home singing a driving rock tune as well as a soulful ballad.
Awards -winner of the annual Winterbreak Games Music Alive Contest. Her "Twenty Houses" CD was picked over 40 other entries by 101.9 The Mix radio station. Invited to play Taste of Chicago.
THE ABILITY
Nationwide tour with MEST, Quietdrive, and Rookie of the Year. Have also received distribution through HOT TOPIC
VIDEO INTERVIEW
SMART PUNK CONTEST
PRESS KIT
Nationwide tour with MEST, Quietdrive, and Rookie of the Year. Have also received distribution through HOT TOPIC
VIDEO INTERVIEW
SMART PUNK CONTEST
PRESS KIT
MINDDROP Mind Drop is one of the Midwest's top bands.With extensive radio play across the USA and a mind blowing live show, these guys are the new force.
MAY QUEEN We are just a small time band living in a lonely world. People say that we need to hold on to what we got, that it doesn’t make a difference if we make it or not. We got our music and that’s enough.
Moreover, we are a funk loving, rock adoring band from the south-west suburbs of Chicago. Now I know what you’re thinking. “What suburb are they talking about?”
More seriously however, we just finished recording a three track display of our music at Parka Studio. Being our first time in a professional studio we found ourselves over come with excitement. Kevin luckily, had another pair of jeans.
We here at May Queen just want to give you all something new to listen to. So if you’re tired of riding that old vintage mustang convertible with the nonadjustable cup holders, come take a ride on the other side and DQ something different. I mean MQ something different.
Moreover, we are a funk loving, rock adoring band from the south-west suburbs of Chicago. Now I know what you’re thinking. “What suburb are they talking about?”
More seriously however, we just finished recording a three track display of our music at Parka Studio. Being our first time in a professional studio we found ourselves over come with excitement. Kevin luckily, had another pair of jeans.
We here at May Queen just want to give you all something new to listen to. So if you’re tired of riding that old vintage mustang convertible with the nonadjustable cup holders, come take a ride on the other side and DQ something different. I mean MQ something different.
Prettyoungraves Formerly known as The Summerfight...Peeling back the plastic facade of our social integrity is to confront oneself with our most true inner demons.
There is a rhythmic resignation to the failed social orders and incoherent dogmas that rule our lives. The practitioners of which call themselves, PRETTYOUNGRAVES. Recipe: 4 parts godly electrostatic hum, 3 parts philosophical knife fight, 2 parts kerosene upon the lying politician and priest, 1 part mercy.
There is a rhythmic resignation to the failed social orders and incoherent dogmas that rule our lives. The practitioners of which call themselves, PRETTYOUNGRAVES. Recipe: 4 parts godly electrostatic hum, 3 parts philosophical knife fight, 2 parts kerosene upon the lying politician and priest, 1 part mercy.
KEVIN FLYNN AND THE AVONDALE RAMBLERS
Incorporating a little Celtic Rock & Folk Punk swagger with a little Rockabilly thrown in, Kevin Flynn & The Avondale Ramblers have the skillful talents both in musicianship and song-writing to make a buzz in the business for years to come.
Incorporating a little Celtic Rock & Folk Punk swagger with a little Rockabilly thrown in, Kevin Flynn & The Avondale Ramblers have the skillful talents both in musicianship and song-writing to make a buzz in the business for years to come.
JUST NUTZ The best way to start a great band is to make sure they are great fans, that way you know they will really appreciate the nature of what they`re trying to do as musicians. Thats what makes Juzt Nutz so dangerous, we know all to well that 100% "juzt" is not good enough for us or our fans !!!
If we`re not driving you "nutz" everytime we hit that stage.......we better go back to our "day jobs" !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If we`re not driving you "nutz" everytime we hit that stage.......we better go back to our "day jobs" !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
THE PROJECTION
Received the honor of playing the Kevin Says Hot topic stage on the WARPED TOUR 2008
Review below:
4 very diverse and talented young men, each with their own unique style and musical agenda that somehow all falls in together.
Received the honor of playing the Kevin Says Hot topic stage on the WARPED TOUR 2008
Review below:
4 very diverse and talented young men, each with their own unique style and musical agenda that somehow all falls in together.
WINTER
Has been placed on the following shows.
MTV Road Rules, and the Real World
Oxygen Network BAD GIRLS CLUB
MTV My Super Sweet 16, Human Giant, Life of Ryan,and The Hills
LIFETIME Americas Pyc. Challenge
ETV Keeping Up With The Kardashians
Has been placed on the following shows.
MTV Road Rules, and the Real World
Oxygen Network BAD GIRLS CLUB
MTV My Super Sweet 16, Human Giant, Life of Ryan,and The Hills
LIFETIME Americas Pyc. Challenge
ETV Keeping Up With The Kardashians
THE SILENT TREATMENT
OWS started 8 years ago, captivating audiences with heart compelling lyrics, melodic chord smashing harmonies, and experienced, positive, hardworking attitude to back it all up.
OWS is now available in 1000's of homes through Comcast ON DEMAND. Has done exclusive interviews and showcase music on local radio. Played over 600 shows since they began.
OWS started 8 years ago, captivating audiences with heart compelling lyrics, melodic chord smashing harmonies, and experienced, positive, hardworking attitude to back it all up.
OWS is now available in 1000's of homes through Comcast ON DEMAND. Has done exclusive interviews and showcase music on local radio. Played over 600 shows since they began.
COLD WATER MYSTIC Six Chasing Seven is an eclectic band with the talent and ability to succeed in most any genre. Six members from totally different musical backgrounds have come together to create a fusion funk and rock with hints of reggae and jazz undertones. Soon to become an internationally touring act, this band has worked to create a live show that is dynamic and captivating for all listeners. Look for great things from this band very soon.
WINNER TAKES ALL Winner takes all was formed in 2005 and has since spent their time writing music and saturating the Chicago music scene with their unique sound, combining elements from the musical preferences of all four members. Over the years the band has shared the stage with Dr. Manhattan, Saosin, Chiodos, Underoath, MXPX, and from first to last. Their music has been greeted with praise from friends and strangers alike, but to really get it you have to see them. Twice.
FIGHTING FOR ADDISON Walking his dog on a Saturday afternoon, Chris leaned over to pick up a hot steaming pile that Champ had left on the ground for him. Little did Chris know his life was about to change. When coming up for a fresh breathe of air, Chris heard a voice. Nice tattoo, I take it you play guitar? It was Chriss soon to be buddy Sean. Sean and Chris started talking about music and life instantly and before they moved on with their pointless, corporate filled lives Sean said, Ive got a band Im trying to put together and we need a singer/songwriter type, you interested? Chris had heard this same line a million times before, but this was slightly different. Sean threatened to show up at Chriss apartment in Dekalb everyday wearing nothing but a banana hammock until he agreed to try out with the band. In fear that Chris may lose his breakfast everyday, at anytime, he signed up for the job and Fighting For Addison was born.
TEAM ROCKIT
OCTOBER 2006
TEAM ROCKIT The Lowest Point In Rock N History press release was picked by Billboard Publicity Wire.
Over 22,000+ press outlets have read the posting with band interview podcast to date. The band also has extensive touring history including 5 trips to Europe
OCTOBER 2006
TEAM ROCKIT The Lowest Point In Rock N History press release was picked by Billboard Publicity Wire.
Over 22,000+ press outlets have read the posting with band interview podcast to date. The band also has extensive touring history including 5 trips to Europe
THE HALLOW Turing up their amps as loud as they can and scaring women & children everywhere, The Hallow hail from Chicago and have created hybrid sound of melodic hardcore and punk rock that will make you dance and bleed from your eyes -- both at the same time.
The Hallow have been building their fan base and touring relentlessly since 2006, sharing the stage with bands like The Lawrence Arms, A Wilhelm Scream and The Briggs. Its no wonder that their first self-release, Seven Liers in Wait E.P. debuted number 24 on the top-sellers chart at Interpunk.com, the highest rank for an unsigned band. The record ironically contains 7 tracks, including a cover version of Dramaramas Anything Anything which has received airplay across the country in the internet and college markets, even hitting home on commercial radio through WKQX Q101.1 as well as in rotation on H2, Q101s digital channel.
The Hallow have been building their fan base and touring relentlessly since 2006, sharing the stage with bands like The Lawrence Arms, A Wilhelm Scream and The Briggs. Its no wonder that their first self-release, Seven Liers in Wait E.P. debuted number 24 on the top-sellers chart at Interpunk.com, the highest rank for an unsigned band. The record ironically contains 7 tracks, including a cover version of Dramaramas Anything Anything which has received airplay across the country in the internet and college markets, even hitting home on commercial radio through WKQX Q101.1 as well as in rotation on H2, Q101s digital channel.
MY MY MY Please welcome Chicago's incarnation of the New Pornographers: The breezy pop of this new quintet is just as insistent as those Canadian indie pop stars, with boy-girl harmonies, folk-pop singalongs and an emphasis on adventuresome fun. This debut collection is heavy on the groove, thanks to an elastic rhythm section and song arrangements that veer in unexpected directions usually to end up embracing big pop moments. The bold vocal parts best lend themselves to piano-driven pop ("Sadder at the Seams," "Conjugation Nation") that inevitably soften the dark undercurrents running through the lyrics.-Daily Heral
THE FISTICUFFS Hailing from Chicago, The Fisticuffs have a take on Irish music that is truly unique. The band blend celtic folk with rock and punk to create a musical midpoint between an Irish Wake and a Soccer Riot. Lending a voice to the everyman they sing about hardwork, family, heritage at home and abroad, a great many sins, and life on the South Side of Chicago. Whether your listening in your car, standing at the lip of the stage, or perched atop a bar stool, their music and raucous live shows have something for everyone.
WELCOME TO ASHLEY
"its remarkably infectious work."
Tom Lynch (New City Chicago)
"A terriffic tune (Thursday Afternoon)... One of the finest I've heard this year... Psychedelic Furs, The Smiths, The Cure... any of those bands would be proud to call this song their own." -Richard Milne, 93 WXRT
"WTA have a glam-rock swagger that you haven't heard in most pop bands since Jim Ellison's day". -Time Out, Chicago
"its remarkably infectious work."
Tom Lynch (New City Chicago)
"A terriffic tune (Thursday Afternoon)... One of the finest I've heard this year... Psychedelic Furs, The Smiths, The Cure... any of those bands would be proud to call this song their own." -Richard Milne, 93 WXRT
"WTA have a glam-rock swagger that you haven't heard in most pop bands since Jim Ellison's day". -Time Out, Chicago
ARMA
ARMA is a loud band. Formed in late 2008, Chicago based rock band ARMA has gained popularity for high energy live shows and tight song-writing. The four members have worked tirelessly to release their new, self-titled EP, available in full at their link. ARMA will be performing around Chicago in support of the new material.
ARMA is a loud band. Formed in late 2008, Chicago based rock band ARMA has gained popularity for high energy live shows and tight song-writing. The four members have worked tirelessly to release their new, self-titled EP, available in full at their link. ARMA will be performing around Chicago in support of the new material.
V Sparks Blending 50s styled popsicle bubblegum accents with audaciously humungous hooks, V Sparks craft teasingly feel good pop epics that hone in on - with unfailing precision - past conquests conceived by the likes of Sweet, T-Rex, Bowie and Wizard and into the bargain deliver up quite possibly one of the most fashionably out of step things we've heard since the Eskimos something must be transmitted somehow and last years incredible secrets of the witching hour by the Crimea which all said and done was our favorite moment of the year by far. " -UK Indie Magazine
MER
"In a market place over saturated with corporate created talent, MER delivers a refreshing reminder that musicians with originality and heart still exist!" - CHICAGO TRIBUNE
MER was profiled on ABC 7 Chicago for Asian Pacific Heritage Month [May'08]. View the entire piece: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjU_G4-agoM
"In a market place over saturated with corporate created talent, MER delivers a refreshing reminder that musicians with originality and heart still exist!" - CHICAGO TRIBUNE
MER was profiled on ABC 7 Chicago for Asian Pacific Heritage Month [May'08]. View the entire piece: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjU_G4-agoM
DRENCH
If No Doubt and Guns N Roses collided worlds somewhere in Chicago, the result could very well have been DRENCH. DRENCHs brand of swagger-clad, lusty rock n roll is a refreshing punch in the face. In a world of guitar heroes and pre-fab rock bands, DRENCH is a hand made, bad-ass, deep-dish slice of Chicago Style Rock N Roll.
If No Doubt and Guns N Roses collided worlds somewhere in Chicago, the result could very well have been DRENCH. DRENCHs brand of swagger-clad, lusty rock n roll is a refreshing punch in the face. In a world of guitar heroes and pre-fab rock bands, DRENCH is a hand made, bad-ass, deep-dish slice of Chicago Style Rock N Roll.
THE WAKING The Waking from chicago are different from many other bands. There debut release received many great reviews for originality and their video for the single "Sorry (I had to knee you in the face)" has helped to gain recognition world wide. This is one band you have to hear!
THE INFECTED Chicago heroes The Infected finally have their debut full length out, and it fucking rocks. Is it punk? Is it metal? Who the fuck cares!? Whether it be the ultra-fast and technical guitars, wild drumming, or Luke's earth-shattering vocals, fans of either genre will find tons to love about this album. Produced by Dan Precision of 88 Fingers Louie and Rise against, "Out For Blood" will have you up and pogoing, headbanging, or slam dancing in minutes. The only negative thing I could say about "Out For Blood" is that it's short, running for only 7 tracks and 20 minutes. The plus side? No filler tracks; there isn't a single bad track on this album!