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Formed in 1998, Textbook is the brainchild of Dave Lysien formerly of Chicago punks Not Rebecca. Equal parts 90's alternative and 80's punk with a dash of midwestern roots rock, the band is rounded out by longtime friends Rick Uncapher on bass (Dan Vapid & The Cheats, ex-Woolworthy), Mark Doyle on drums (ex-Loud Lucy, Verbow) and Dan Knapik (ex-Not Rebecca, Venom Lords) on guitar. The band has released 4 full-length records, traveled on 3 tours abroad, and has songs featured on the TV shows "Real World: Sydney" and "Living Lohan".

Making a statement is an understatement, next-gen is here to stay. Delivering the finest in popular Electronic Music with a wide array from Dance & EDM through lofi to Chill & Ambient... with a versatile approach and zero boundaries! The Music Network (Metanoia Music x Mezzanotte Network) has proven itself to be the leading new imprint in the scene. Just sit back and enjoy the music, because there's a lot more where it comes from ;)

One Kind Radio started on 04/01/1997 with promoting independent music from bands from the Midwest and beyond with music reviews, interviews, podcasts, and mixtapes. We may post up some stuff here from time to time, but mostly this is where we check out new bands music.

A record label in Bristol, UK, putting out punk / indie rock records we like.

Aside from some drum patterns and any denoted collaborations I PLAY ALL THIS STUFF MYSELF.  I'm back in Chicago, let's get something going :)


2 Cat Dad's that like to play beach volleyball, eat cheese and rock !!!!

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