Listen "Material Re-Issue"
Episode Synopsis
Material Issue is one of my very favorite bands. It was a very sad day in 1996 when lead singer Jim Ellison took his own life. Such a tragic event for his family and friends. It put an instant end to a band with a very bright future. Now, 20 years later, their infamous "International Pop Overthrow" album is being re-released and there will be a full-on concert this weekend!
You can catch Material Re-Issue this Saturday, April 23rd at the Abbey Pub in Chicago.
Original bassist/vocalist Ted Ansani talks about how the band got together, what it was like to lose Jim, future prospects, and even the joys of album cover art...
You can catch Material Re-Issue this Saturday, April 23rd at the Abbey Pub in Chicago.
Original bassist/vocalist Ted Ansani talks about how the band got together, what it was like to lose Jim, future prospects, and even the joys of album cover art...
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