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After moving to Chicago in late 2007 Common Shiner had a successful 2008. Playing some great shows in Chicago, heading out on their first East Coast Tour, and releasing a new 4 song EP for free at SayNoToBadPop.com. Plans for 2009 include more touring, some summer festivals, getting some bigger shows at some well known Chicago venues, and possibly some more recording.
The band has also been refining their sound during their winter hibernation. "We want to be able to really rock, but with two less traditional instruments leading: piano and acoustic guitar." says Bangalore, but even that goal seems to hide a more interesting pursuit.
The group's real mission?
Obliterate pretense and destroy elitist notions in any scene with quality songwriting that appeals to a wide range of listeners. You won't see these boys promoting any indie gimmicks, nor will you find them wearing arena-rock arrogance. What sets the band apart is the thoughtfulness in their songwriting and its undeniable accessibility. Everyone who listens to Common Shiner comes away liking something different, and these boys wouldn't want it any other way.
"There's a lot of pretense and segregation in the music world today," says Brooks. "I think it probably started back in the day as a sort of dichotomy of 'Mainstream vs. Indie'. Each crowd could kind of come off as exclusive or snobbish, each had their bad attitudes. And now there's this often-cliquey notion of scene. I think I just feel like listeners can see through that; we want to present music that is unifying and completely without pretense. We want to destroy ridiculous walls. Music is music. And it's community."
Are they doing their job? Let them know your thoughts--send your constructive criticisms and any other related feedback via myspace message, or email them at: commonshiner@gmail.com
You can learn more about the boys of Common Shiner by signing up for their email newsletter. Just send a request email to: newsletter-subscribe@commonshiner.com
Pick up our newest release, "Viennas," at:
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COMMON SHINER LOVES YOU (PASS IT ON)
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Kate | Katastrophe!
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lovveee itt! thanks for the message! Apr 08
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morganlovesyouu.
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you remind me of counting crows. i like itt. Mar 29
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Miss AAlee
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definately lovin it! thanks for lettin me know :]] Mar 22
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laura
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this is cute. and i am enjoying it a lot. i like the vocals and the beat. it makes me want to dance Mar 22
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:P
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you guys are good. thanks for the message. it made me smile,btw :D Mar 20
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Tiny Feet [watch your step] x3
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Forget the pancakes, you guys are awesome. (: Mar 19
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●● Ashley
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gooooooooooooooood music! haha...Pancakes? really. Mar 18
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Shaina
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wow, i like you a lot. thanks for dah message yoo. Mar 17
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Megan(:
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defffffffinatly in my favorites(: Mar 17
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Megan(:
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defffffffinatly in my favorites(: Mar 17
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CaylalaLove(HeartZ & Sunshine)
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No pancakes??? Darn... I love me sum pancakes. hehe =]] Mar 17
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mariane
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hey!!i love ur music realy Feb 24
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Elizibeth
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i like your music (: Feb 19
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IndieNonnie
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oo me likey! i love the acousticnesssss! thanks for the message. Feb 17
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Almost Gone [The Darkness][Mae]
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Well good job! And I love your REAL MISSION. Is there a fake one I should know about? Feb 14
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Arnott, WI
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United States
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United States
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Buffalo Grove, IL
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Fargo, ND
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