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Mike Nikolich writes8-bit crEEps Play New Sounds on Old Circuits
Chicago’s music scene is bursting with talented bands that deserve national attention, and 8-bit crEEps is no exception. Founded in 2016 after guitarist Mick Kong, bassist Jbird James and keyboardist Ginger Glitch dissolved The Van Goghs, they beefed up their sound and became the 8-bit crEEps when former Wedding Photography drummer Joey Charch joined the band.
“We were looking for a new drummer and put an ad on Craig’s List,” Mick says. “Joey’s drumming blew us away. He helped transform our sound and we’ve continued to refine it ever since.”
While 11 of The Van Gogh’s pop gems live in perpetuity on Soundcloud, the 8-bit crEEps have a harder-edged sound, featuring longer tracks that give the quartet plenty of opportunities to stretch out and show off.
“Our music definitely has a psych-surf/post-punk sound,” Jbird says, “but we have been influenced by so many artists and genres of music that we find it difficult to put a label on our music. We describe it as new sounds on old circuits.”
Clarence Ewing: The Million Year Trip writes@CHIRPRadio (week of February 26)
Upcoming Events
- Wednesday February 26: The February edition of CHIRP Night at the Whistler features 8-bit crEEps and Superfrye live on stage!
New Media
- Amanda Mayo converses with Rayland Baxter
SKaiser writes@CHIRPRadio (Week of February 19)
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Saturday, February 24th | 5:00 PM | Spudnik Press (1821 W Hubbard St) | Join CHIRP and 17 other chefs from local organizations, businesses, and Spudnik’s own members for The Hashbrown Showdown: Spudnik’s Rootin’ Tootin’ Fair and Chili Cook Off! All ages welcome.
- Sunday, February 25th | 5:30 PM | Saturday Audio Exchange (1021 W Belmont Avenue) | Join CHIRP at Classic Album Sundays as we will feature Alice Coltrane's "Journey in Satchidananda." All ages welcome.
- Sunday, February 25th | 7:00 PM | Gman Tavern (3740 N Clark St) | Have fun and celebrate CHIRP’s Best Local Music Podcast recognition by the Chicago Reader Best of Chicago with So Pretty, Ovef Ow, and Fury!
NEW MEDIA
- CHIRP volunteer Sarah Brooks interviews Julia of local band Ratboys
- Lily Wellen writes Six Songs To Play For Your "Gal-entine's Day"
- Lily Wellen writes Nine Songs For Your Break-Up Mixtape
Lily writesNine Songs For Your Break-Up Mixtape
by Lily Wellen
For some people, Valentine’s Day being around the corner is a reminder that things are not going so well with their sweetheart. Maybe it’s time to let go and move on from your partner. Have no fear, we have the tunes to help you out and make this all a little bit easier for you. Here’s your Break Up mixtape to help you get over your new ex:
"Dancing On My Own" by Robyn
Your former significant other in a new relationship? Well, it’s not ideal, but you can take your mind off of it by dancing to this catchy tune. Spin around circles, belt this out and show that you don’t care anymore.
Lily writesSix Songs to Play For Your “Gal-entine’s Day”
by Lily Wellen
Valentine’s Day has always been a silly holiday for me. It is supposed to be a day for showing love to your significant other, which to be honest I don't have usually. However, Parks and Recreation soon came into my life and shed some light. When I found out about their invented holiday, “Galentine’s Day,” all of this made sense to me. This holiday shouldn’t be exclusive to the significant others, it should be about celebrating anyone you love in your life in this case specifically your gal pals. Because of this, I decided to put together a list of songs to celebrate the lovely women in your life. Head to brunch, maybe even at JJ’s Diner, and press play on these songs.
“Woman” by Kesha
How do you not feel empowered after hearing this tune? She discusses the strength and power women have on their own and with each other. And, she makes you feel like you are a complete badass. It is the perfect anthem to celebrate ladies in our lives.