The Beat Kitchen continues its climb up the local music scene ladder this Saturday by featuring Panther Style, a rising Chicago band bordering rock and power pop, sprinkled with a little punk.
Panther Style will be playing off their brand new album, Emergencia (released May 31, 2011), which features squealing, edgy guitars complimented by Jeanne McClure’s strong but understated vocals that are reminiscent of Shirley Manson, at times, except for the occasional primal scream or two. Dan Lutger violently bangs the drums to make sure you don’t forget this is a rock band first and foremost, while Al Rodis and Melissa Koehl shred sexy guitar riffs and occasional solos that evoke fond memories of some of the best eras of rock – from epic hair bands to indie and punk revival.
Panther Style is the product of veteran Chicago rockers and a very welcome, refreshing addition to the scene. We like straight-up rock around here and that’s what you’re going to get on Saturday. Something else we like – live recordings, of which Emergencia is one, recorded at Chicago’s B-Side Audio.
Have a listen below then get your tickets for Saturday’s show – it’s going to be a good one.
Good music on a Tuesday night? For free? At a great venue? What’s not to like?
Fences, a Seattle-based band fronted by Christopher Mansfield is coming to Chicago’s Beat Kitchen on Tuesday, February 15. Fences is on tour supporting their debut album, which was produced by Sara Quin of Tegan and Sara fame. The album was recently named a “10 Best Albums You Might Have Missed in 2010″ by SPIN magazine.
To enter to win two free tickets, either subscribe to Sound Citizen via email (up and to the right) or “like” our Facebook page. We will pick a winner Monday evening, February 14. When you win, try the gumbo with corn bread at Beat Kitchen – good stuff.
Below is a free download of Fence’s new single, “Girls with Accents.”
Should you not win and still want to go, buy tickets at Beat Kitchen’s website.
Welcome to another edition of Sound Citizen Radio. This week we celebrate three of our favorite Chicago music venues in The Hideout, Beat Kitchen and Lincoln Hall.
The past two weeks on SoundCitizen.com we reviewed Local Natives, interviewed and reviewed Clem Snide and made some Austin City Limits recommendations. Check them out after listening to the podcast!
And GO BLACKHAWKS!
This week’s lineup:
Jonny Rumble, “BRZRKR”
June 25, Beat Kitchen, Chicago
Visqueen, “Jimmy vs. James”
May 31, The Hideout, Chicago
Gold Motel, “We’re on the Run”
June 11, Lincoln Hall
Podcast: Play in new window | Download
