Archives: December 2010
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Green Day Interview, 2004
This interview was the cover story for the 17th issue of Jaded In Chicago. It was conducted in September of 2004, several weeks prior to the release of American Idiot. It was a fitting end to the fanzine that was named after the band, as “Jaded In Chicago” references Green Day’s 1994 MTV concert special. To come full circle by interviewing the group that inspired the zine’s moniker was somewhat surreal. Big thanks to Renee Harrison and Brian Bumbery at Warner Brothers Records for making this possible. Continue Reading…
Mike Petryshyn, Riot Fest
Just over six years ago, the notion of Riot Fest was little more than a passing thought in the mind of founder Mike Petryshyn. While bored at work, Petryshyn surmised that it might be fun to try and have his favorite bands play a show together. Having previously booked only a few small shows in his hometown of Buffalo, New York, he had no idea that Riot Fest would someday become an annual event, let alone a nationally-recognized festival that attracts thousands of concertgoers per year. Continue Reading…
Matt Allison, Atlas Studios
Photo by Katie Hovland
Growing up in a musical family from Rockford, Illinois, Matt Allison began his path to becoming a producer while playing guitar and bass in various high school bands. He later moved to Champaign, Illinois to pursue an English degree, yet his passion for music remained. Allison continued playing in bands, but also took interest in recording demo tapes for his and his friends’ bands alike. “I kind of realized you could really exercise a lot of whatever creative urges you had via recording music, while at the same time making a much better living than you possibly would as a musician,” he said. “In some ways it was like hedging a bet, career-wise, but on the other hand I never have been interested in being a touring musician. Working in a studio is something I really enjoy doing.” Allison and a friend eventually constructed a small studio in the attic of the home where they were living, though it soon became apparent that Champaign was simply overcrowded with studios and under-populated by bands. This revelation is what ultimately led Allison to migrate to Chicago. Continue Reading…
Riot Fest, 2010
The Bouncing Souls
Over the past two decades, The Bouncing Souls have evolved to become one of the most prominent American punk rock bands of all-time. By consistently delivering quality music and continuously emphasizing top-notch live performances, they’ve established a fiercely devoted and sizeable fan base. The Souls epitomize integrity, in terms of both songwriting and how they choose to manage their band. Their songs resonate with all that is good in life and celebrate a simple love of music. Continue Reading…
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