Name: Smart Bar Chicago 1985
Brand: Sonic Youth

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Limited edition

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2012-11-26

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Sonic Youth

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Alternative / Modern

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Sonic Youth, formed in New York City in 1981, is a highly influential band that emerged from the No-Wave music scene. Comprised of Thurston Moore, Lee Ranaldo, Kim Gordon, and Richard Edson initially, they later added drummer Steve Shelley. With their roots in experimental music and collaborations with Glenn Branca, Sonic Youth has consistently pushed boundaries throughout their career.

Over the years, Sonic Youth recorded 15 albums together and embarked on various side and solo projects. Their work is known for its challenging and innovative nature, making them one of the most intriguing bands of their time. The album "Sonic Nurse," featuring Jim O'Rourke's talents alongside the band members', further solidified their reputation.

In 2011, Sonic Youth went on an indefinite hiatus following the separation of Kim Gordon and Thurston Moore after nearly three decades of marriage. Despite this setback, their impact on alternative rock remains undeniable.

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rare, unearthed gig from the band's early prime... a live multi-track recording in a small bar in 1985. features rare photos and liner notes. in the fall of 1985, sonic youth were touring the states following the release of their bad moon rising lp. this show at chicago's smart bar was recorded on 4-track cassette and consists of live versions of most of the songs from that album, early performances of 'secret girl' and 'expressway to yr skull' (later to be released on evol) and a rare, never-before-released live rendition of 'kat 'n'hat.' mixed and mastered by the band from the original tape source, this single-cd / double-lp edition includes liner notes by gerard cosloy and sonic youth engineer aaron mullan, plus unpublished photos by pat blashill and steven koress. the ideal archival offering would meet a list of criteria: it should be an unreleased and sonically compelling recording of an amazing performance, which not only sheds some light on the known sonic youth catalog for the serious aficionado, but also captures the attention of the general fan. it's a pretty tall order, but this tape from chicago 1985 fits the bill.. the earliest live multitrack of a sonic youth show known to exist.

Smart Bar Chicago 1985

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