Chunksaah Records extends their charity auction raising funds for Happy Days Records founder and labor leader Rich Cunningham. Items include autographed goods from Lifetime, Bouncing Souls, Shadows Fall, Chimera, and more.
Music
Riot Fest Starts Now! Chicago, October 7-11
Read ALARM’s exclusive interview with Riot Fest founder Michael Petryshyn about the festival’s fifth year anniversary, band reunions and some changes happening this year.
New Music Seminar in Chicago October 6
If you play in a band, or are interested in learning about the “new” music industry, this seminar could be for you.
Wovenhand, White Hills blow minds at Empty Bottle
I saw David Eugene Edwards perform with 16 Horsepower when I was in high school, but this was the first chance I had to see Wovenhand. Their music, a hybrid of intense rock ‘n’ roll and traditional American styles, is dark, haunting, and incredibly moving.
Scotland Yard Gospel Choir in accident. How you can help
Our best wishes go out to The Scotland Yard Gospel Choir today. The Chicago indie-rock group was involved with a serious van accident on their way to a show. Each member suffered injuries of varying degrees. Additionally, their van and equipment was damaged beyond use. Click more for how you can help.
Full Stream: Russian Circles “Geneva”, coming October 20th (Suicide Squeeze)
Our pals at Suicide Squeeze are streaming the new album “Geneva” by Russian Circles. Click here to listen. You won’t be disappointed. Make sure the check these guys out on tour (dates below).
Tortoise Plays UIC Pavilion with Wilco 10/18-10/19
The first show is already sold out. Get your ticket today, and while you’re at it, check out their new video for “Prepare Your Coffin” from their latest album, Beacons of Ancestorship out now on Thrill Jockey