Ep. 218: kranky Records & The Chicago Indie Rock Scene

Like all uncool grown-ups, I believe that the music of my generation was the best.  I happened to have lived my formative years in the 90’s, so it is all Gangsta Rap and Grunge Rock.  I also only listen to popular music.  I never had interest in any independent rock scene, it just wasn’t my thing.  So this week, I wanted to explore what was going on in rock right under my nose!  Bruce Adams author of ‘You’re With Stupid’, co-founded kranky Records, which redefined the Chicago brand of 90’s indie rock.  It was a force in underground music, and is often credited with creating post-rock.  I had plenty to learn in this interview, and Bruce and I discussed his first gig as a roadie for the Laughing Hyenas, strange musical genres (including Proto Dungeon Synth), the significance of Labradford, and the importance of exclamation point placement. Bruce Adams on Social Media Music Website Twitter Facebook To Purchase: You’re With Stupid Fascinating Nouns on Social Media Facebook Twitter YouTube