International Pop Overthrow - Chicago is scheduled to wrap up its 2022 run with a six-act showcase tomorrow night at Montrose Saloon. From what I’ve been told, there will be changes to the 8:15 and 9:00 pm slots. Hopefully, there will further information regarding this on the Montrose Saloon Facebook and Instagram pages. For the time being, here’s a look at the Saturday night showcase as it stands now.
Singer-guitarist Phil Angotti is known for his tribute shows to The Zombies, Squeeze, Bee Gees, etc., as well as for performing on the Apple Jam Stage at Fest For Beatles Fans - Chicago. But it would be a mistake to overlook the original music he’s released on the series of impressive albums over the years. His most recent efforts, Still Life and Such Stories, offered more introspective fare, but “The Lamp,” his contribution to the Big Blast Singles 21 compilation, was a funny and genuinely psychedelic gem. The Darren Cooper-led power pop band Three Hour Tour will be performing songs destined to be on their upcoming album Junk Mail, as well as selections from their four previous releases. Cooper’s approach can range from the lighter 1960s feel of “No Guarantee” to the punchy “Afterlife.”
Forbidden Kingdom is a brand new act, as well as a family affair. It features Eric Chial from Bon Mots on guitar and his son Gustaf on drums; Ellis Clark from Social Act on keyboards and his son Andrew on bass; and Jared Chase Eisenmann on guitar. All five members sing. Forbidden Kingdom is currently recording its debut album. King Mixer, AKA Eric Howell, will bring the 2022 IPO - Chicago festivities to a close with help from his band mates and The King Mixer Horns. His latest single is the fun and soulful rock and roll tale “Riding With Martha.” Howell has also created what he describes as “the world’s first (and only) audio drama of The Beatles early years.” It’s available on Bandcamp.
Most of the 60+ acts that performed at International Pop Overthrow this year were local, although there were some out-of-state visitors. It’s still worth checking the official website for the full schedule. You’ll also find links for just about all the acts who participated in Chicago this year. Even if you weren’t able to attend in person, you can still use the site as a great way to discover new music.
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