On the new album, the four-piece cranks out 8 tracks of melodic hardcore and pop-punk that feel years beyond their age, yet altogether sincere and energetic.

The band says, “This record represents a lot of growth for our band; past sound blending with new sound, and longtime bandmates with new ones. Writing this record gave us a sense of purpose during lockdown, and we can’t wait to share it.”

With a sound that encompasses equal amounts hardcore, emo, skate punk, and pop-punk, Bad Planning is a band that truly does things their own way.

The newest recruits of Jump Start Records have been writing together since they were freshmen in high school. Now all these years later, the band is still booking their own shows, playing gigs with some of their favorite bands, and making a name for themselves in the midwest.

Bad Planning writes with a sound that runs in the same vein as their fellow Chicago-based influences such as Rise Against, Alkaline Trio, and The Lawrence Arms. In 2019 they released “Splitting Hairs” alongside Chicago band A Semester Abroad, bringing on a heavier side with singles “Be Brave” and “Actors”.

The four-piece, consisting of Alex Crook, Jack Coombs, Aaron Hornback, and Miles Schuett, teamed up with Jump Start Records in May 2021 sharing a strong DIY ethos and love for punk rock. The band looks to continue playing shows in and outside of their local scene, developing their sound for future releases.

Bad Planning: Melodic Hardcore Pop-Punk from the Midway and their album "El Fortes"

From Jawbox's second full-length, "Novelty". Originally released in 1992, the record is now back on vinyl after more than 10 years out-of-print. 

More info here: http://www.dischord.com/release/069/novelty


Jawbox - "Static"

From Jawbox's S/T. Out 9/22 on CD and LP+Mp3 via Dischord and Desoto Records. 

Jawbox - Mirrorful

From Shudder to Think's "Ten Spot." This LP reissue will be out January 19th, 2018 on Dischord Records.

Ten Spot (Remaster)

Shudder to Think - "Jade-Dust Eyes"

to do: 

finish bass, add vocals, record drums and fix up mix / clipping

Savory (Jawbox) (unfinished demo) 23 Feb 12

Shadows of My Soul 
Written by Christy Johnson and Tian Garcia 
Produced by Tian Garcia at 502 Records 
Released April 13, 2019 

Album photography by Michael Wilson - LillyMac Photo 

Available for purchase on all major platforms:https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/christyjohnson/shadows-of-my-soul
www.ChristyJohnsonOfficialSite.com 
www.imdb.me/ChristyJohnson 
Spotify: https://artists.spotify.com/c/artist/5hu5iIUazzgwKyovrf3PXw/profile

Shadows Of My Soul

Shadows of My Soul

Sour Shoes Calls into The Sid Rosenberg Show on 640 Sports and does a killer Artie Lange impression. 

Sour Shoes As Artie Lange

Arnel Pineda of Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame band Journey joined The Don's Hit List with special guest co-host Matty Ice from www.madnesstocreation.net to discuss his new single "This Christmas - A Beacon of Hope".   We get into growing up in the Philippines and the struggles.  When he was 10, a women read his palms and his life changed forever.   Also, the Journey Songs that give him goosebumps.

Ep 190: Arnel Pineda of Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Band JOURNEY on The Don's Hit List

Focusing on the Goosebump Moments in Music

Bad Planning: Melodic Hardcore Pop-Punk from the Midway and their album "El Fortes"

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