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Review: Situation Chicago 2

Situation Chicago 2 is a fine compilation of Chicago bands and artists, and proceeds go to helping artists and venues affected by the pandemic (which, by the way, is pretty much all of them). The project is part of the CIVL SAVE fund, which needs all the help it can get to support independent music venues throughout the Windy City (full disclosure, some of these venues are my favorite venues in the country).

“Sinistry” by MIIRRORS is a fiery live rock cut with some light goth touches. Robust‘s “Dont Know Why” is a smooth example of Chicago’s vibrant rap scene. The bass line alone on it make impregnate you. Speaking of great example of Chicago’s music culture, Fess Grandiose‘s “Keep the Rhythm Goin'” is a prime one of Chicago house music (a genre that, while popular, still deserves to be better known around the globe). Umphrey’s McGee and Bela Fleck team up on the bouncy and bright “Great American.” Reduxion‘s “The Imperial Boxmen” is sweet funk jazz that will make you want to spin your lover around the room. Speaking of fun, Jeff Park delivers a great instrumental cover of WAR‘s “Slippin’ into Darkness.”

“Drowning” by Neptune’s Core starts side B of the vinyl with strong power-pop hooks. Goth country makes an appearance with The Goddamn Gallows‘ “The Maker.” V.V. Lightbody‘s “Really Do Care” is a slice of dream-pop complete with birdsong and cat’s purr-like guitar. Erin McDougald‘s lovely, sexy “The Parting Glass” is a wonderful exemplar of Chicago’s jazz club scene and makes you want to seek out her live performances.

It’s a good compilation, and proceeds go to a great cause. You can’t miss.

Keep your mind open.

[Thanks to Jim at Pitch Perfect PR.]

Situation Chicago 2 compilation to benefit Chicago venues, their workers, and local artists.

Chicago-based nonprofit Quiet Pterodactyl announces Situation Chicago 2, a compilation out digitally on May 21st (physical copies will be available in July) benefiting Chicagoland musicians through the CIVL (Chicago Independent Venue League) SAVE Emergency Relief Fund, which provides need-based grants to furloughed staff, local artists and venues in the Chicagoland area. Situation 2 features Chicago bands and artists including Jeff Parker, Umphrey’s McGee feat. Béla Fleck, The Goddamn Gallows, V.V. Lightbody, Neptune’s Core, and more. Today, Quiet Pterodactyl shares two of its tracks, Jeff Parker’s “Slippin’ Into Darkness” (War Cover), and  Robust’s “I Don’t Know Why,” with an accompanying video. 
 

Listen to Jeff Parker’s “Slippin’ Into Darkness” (War Cover)

Watch Robust’s “I Don’t Know Why” Video


Annah Garrett of CIVL expands on the relief fund’s goal:

“The CIVL SAVE Emergency Relief Fund was designed specifically for staff and artists to bridge the gap between the closures that have wreaked havoc on Chicago’s live music ecosystem and its eventual resurgence. Local artists are in a unique situation because their touring calendars take months to plan and then travel. They will not bounce back at the same rate as venues. CIVL SAVE strives to support these folks during this precarious time. Situation Chicago 2 shines a spotlight on an array of talented local artists and their work, while raising funds for a large pool of their colleagues, who are still very much at the mercy of this virus.”

This is the second installation of the Situation Series, following last year’s Situation Chicago, which raised $35,000 for 25 local, independent music venues that have been shut down due to the COVID pandemic. With support from Dark Matter Coffee, Jeppson’s Malört, Nature’s Grace & Wellness, Red Bull, and Smashed Plastic, who have also locally pressed the Situation albums.


Pre-order Situation Chicago 2

Situation Chicago 2 Tracklist
Side 1 
1. MIIRRORS – “Sinistry” (Live From Definitive Version)
2. Robust  – “Don’t Know Why”
3. Fess Grandiose – “Keep The Rhythm Goin”
4. Umphrey’s McGee feat. Béla Fleck – “Great American”  
5. The Imperial Boxmen – “Reduxion”
6. Jeff Parker – “Slippin’ Into Darkness”

Side 2
7. Neptune’s Core – “Drowning”
8. The Goddamn Gallows – “The Maker”
9. V.V. Lightbody – “Really Do Care”
10. Erin McDougald – “The Parting Glass”

Digital Bonus Tracks
1.Gramps the Vamp – “A Doomed Star”
2. HON3YBUN – “If And When It Ends” 
3. The Avondale Ramblers – “One For The Ditch”
4. Adem Dalipi – “Through Another’s Eyes”

Learn More About The CIVL SAVE Emergency Relief Fund

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[Thanks to Jim at Pitch Perfect PR.]