WCWZ:
I heard that you guys have played over one hundred shows
and that you're still only in high school. Is that true?
Craig:
Part of that is true. We have in fact played over 100 shows
in the span of our 3 and a half year existence. Our 100th
show was last April at our beloved 1st Congregational Church
of Downers Grove where we host our own DIY monthly shows.
We were still in high school at the time. As of the fall
we've moved onto higher education. But all together we've
played just about 150 shows now.
WCWZ: Has
Logan's Loss always had the same lineup?
Craig:
Ha! If only we did. Since our inception back in 1997 we've
had various horn players until it got to the point where
they were excess baggage and were not as committed as the
rest of the band. So we've been a quartet since. As of late
reliable guitarists have been a hard commodity to come by
until we were blessed with two of the best guitar players
in Chicago. Mr. TJ Milici and Mr. Tom Aaron are the newest
additions to the finest incarnation of Logan's Loss.
WCWZ: What
are your thoughts on the Fireside Bowl closing?
Craig:
It's very unfortunate because not only has the most unassuming
venue become host to some of the finest "punk rock"
moments in Chicago's history by bringing some quality bands
to Chicago who otherwise wouldn't have gotten a show anywhere
else, but it's also become a pillar within the local scene
as far as showcasing up and coming bands. But as they say,
"all good things must come to an end." It's a
shot in the arm for the scene because we lose a venue, but
I think it's good because it will force people to become
more inventive and go back to the roots and put on more
DIY shows all over the city and in the suburbs, which is
the heart of any scene.
WCWZ: Tell
us a little bit about the area you are from and some of
the record shops, places to play, and bands that around
there.
Craig:
Originally, Logan's Loss hailed from the confines of Downers
Grove, Illinois. Since then as the band has taken shape
with new members we are all evenly spread out all over the
Chicago metro area. TJ's got the north, while Brian and
I have the west, and Tom's got the south covered. But Downers
Grove will always be our hometown because we continue to
hold our monthly shows at the place that's seen the best
and worst of Logan's Loss- the 1st Congregational Church
of Downers Grove. I think it's safe to say we are the only
dignified rock and roll claim to fame the town has to offer.
There's one quality indie record shop in downtown Downers
Grove and that is Musicwerks. Check it out!
WCWZ: Besides
playing music what are some of your other interests?
Craig:
We are all involved with school for 9 months out of the
year. TJ goes to Columbia and works at GAP, Tom is a senior
at Stagg High, and Brian and I attend Elmhurst College where
I run track.
WCWZ: What
advice would you give to bands just starting out?
Craig:
Put your heart and soul into the music. Get out there and
play. Record if you have the means. Play some more.
WCWZ: How
many releases do you have out now and where can people find
them?
Craig:
We have one independently released full length titled "Rites
of Spring" which has nothing to do whatsoever with
the now defunct DC hardcore band. You can find our CD at
all Chicago area Best Buys as well as on our website and
at shows. We are featured on countless comps, but most importantly
we have an unreleased track on the Sinister Records compilation.
WCWZ: Name
some things that you hope to accomplish with Logans Loss?
Craig:
Survive? Perhaps some sort of minimal label interest and
support would be greatly appreciated to help us get the
music to the masses. We'd like to be able to release our
sophomore album very soon but would ideally like it to be
released on a label. We'd like to tour Europe again also.
WCWZ: Do
you have anything else to add?
Craig:
Check out our website at http://logansloss.cjb.net or email
us at Geekweek@juno.com or call Craig @ 630-516-2439 for
booking. Keep an eye out for us touring all over again come
summertime!
for more info on Logan's Loss please visit:
www.logansloss.com
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