The De-Evolution Will Be Televised: A Devo Comic, Part 2
see what Mick Jagger thought of the band’s unorthodox take on the StonesWhat did Mick Jagger think of Devo’s iconic reinvention of a Stones classic? Find out in the conclusion to this two-part comic on the band’s history.
Premiere: Catbite’s “Excuse Me Miss” is The Perfect Roller-Ska Song for Summer
The Philadelphia band’s sophomore LP Nice One is out August 6The latest single from Philadelphia’s Catbite is the kind of power-pop hit you’d hope to hear blasting from a radio at the roller rink.
The De-Evolution Will Be Televised: A Devo Comic, Part 1
See how the band got involved with David Bowie—and witness Mick Jagger’s reaction to their version of “Satisfaction” when Part 2 arrivesWhat led up to Devo’s sudden explosion of interest around “Whip It”—and how did they meet David Bowie? Find out in this two-part comic on the band’s history.
Coheed and Cambria Are Back With New Single “Shoulders”
The band’s first proper release in 3 years arrives just in time for Riot FestIt sure feels like a new Coheed and Cambria album is approaching. The band has just released “Shoulders,” a heavy-hitter presumably off their upcoming 10th studio album. It arrives with a very cyberpunk-themed lyric video, which you can watch below. “Shoulders” is Coheed and Cambria’s first proper release in almost 3 years (not to discredit…
Pixies Set to Reissue ‘Trompe le Monde’ on Vinyl for 30th Anniversary
The final Pixies record with Kim Deal gets a new vinyl pressing this SeptemberPixies’ fourth LP ‘Trompe le Monde’ is getting a new vinyl reissue to celebrate its 30th anniversary this year. The record will be re-released on marble green vinyl September 24 via 4AD.
The Histories of The Gories, As Told by Mick Collins
“We rejected musicianship in favor of being the most butt-ugly sounding band you could be”Learn how Detroit garage-punk trio the Gories came together back in 1986—and don’t miss them Sunday, September 19 at Riot Fest 2021.
Riot Fest’s Virtual Museum of Bathroom Venues is Now Open
A selection of bathrooms from local Chicago venues—all from the comfort of your own home (or toilet)To celebrate Indepedent Venues Week—and the return of live music in Chicago this month—we’ve curated a selection of restrooms from independent venues across the city, fully viewable in 360° and VR.
Riot Fest Community Spotlight: Working Bikes
This week, we’re giving some love to our favorite bike shop in town: Working Bikes. Stop by if you’re looking to donate an old bike, need some used parts, or want to volunteer (and learn how to tune up bikes).
