Ben takes a look at the Los Angeles four piece Warpaint prior to their show tonight at the Canopy Club for Pygmalion.
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Going against the grain
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Ben talks with El Ten Eleven's Kristian Dunn about their upcoming performance at ELLNORA, live shows, and the challenges that come with composing as a two-piece.
From many, one
This weekend's Skeletal Lightning Festival was a runaway success, in no small part due to the community involvement that makes up the core of any healthy scene
Sean Hermann talks inaugural Skeletal Lightning Fest
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We sit down with Skeletal Lightning founder to chat about this weekend's festival.
Abiding with Brighter Arrows
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Ben interviews guitarist Jake Norris of the Chicago post-rock/emo group Brighter Arrows, who perform at Skeletal Lighting Fest this Saturday.
Shitzo: Lo-fi psychedelic noise for dogs
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We sit down with Teddy Lerch of Hank to discuss new local project Shitzo.
Lost in the haze of Lower Dens
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The late add to the festival bill is a strong one, and Lower Dens should hold their own Saturday.
Look closer: Withershins’ Silver Cities
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This part interview, part review with Isaac Arms of Withershins gives us some perspective on their new record, Silver Cities.
Kronos Quartet rewards small but enthusiastic crowd
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Regardless of the turnout for the Kronos Quartet concert at Krannert Wednesday evening, this performance was nothing short of spectacular.
The Overture: December 13 – 19
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Last chance before the three-week food coma sets in. Make it count.