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Sun, Oct 6  |  The Forge  |  2:00 pm

Punk/Emo/Indie Month

For this month’s performance, you have the freedom to choose from punk’s raw energy, emo’s emotional depth, or indie’s unique flair. Select the genre that inspires you most and make your set unforgettable with your personal touch.

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Location

The Forge at 22 West Cass St in downtown Joliet.

showtime

Showtime is at 2:00 pm on Sun, Oct 6. Tickets will go on sale 6 weeks before the event. Tickets may also be purchased at the door.

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Doors open 30 minutes before the show begins.

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parking

Parking is available in 2 local multi-level parking garages, and the Catholic Charities Parking Lot.  The Catholic Charities Lot is located at 203 N Ottawa Street. The Scott Street Parking Deck is located at 150 North Scott Street. The Ottawa Street Parking Deck is located at 136 North Ottawa Street. Street Parking is FREE after 5:00pm.

Need help choosing your song?
Read this.

Even if you’ve always sung pop, you can still find a band that fits into punk, emo, or indie genres.

 

If you’re unsure if your choice fits, visit:

www.isthisbandpunk.com

www.isthisbandemo.com

www.isthisbandindie.com

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Just enter the band or artist's name to discover their genre and see how they align with this month’s performance categories.

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Here are notable examples of punk, emo, and indie artists and bands:

Punk:

  1. The Ramones – Pioneers of punk with high-energy tracks like "Blitzkrieg Bop."

  2. Sex Pistols – Iconic for their rebellious spirit and songs like "Anarchy in the U.K."

  3. The Clash – Known for their politically charged lyrics and hits like "London Calling."

  4. Dead Kennedys – Influential in punk with their satirical and political songs like "Holiday in Cambodia."

  5. Bad Brains – Famous for their hardcore punk sound and energetic live performances.

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Emo:​

  1. Dashboard Confessional – Renowned for introspective lyrics and acoustic emo hits like "Screaming Infidelities."

  2. Brand New – Influential in emo with their complex lyrics and albums like "Deja Entendu."

  3. Taking Back Sunday – Known for their emotionally charged music and hits like "Cute Without the 'E' (Cut from the Team)."

  4. Thursday – Key in the emo scene with their album "Full Collapse" and songs like "Understanding in a Car Crash."

  5. Saosin – Another well-known emo band who gained attention with their self-titled album and tracks like "Seven Years" and "Voices."

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Indie:

  1. Tame Impala – A notable indie band led by Kevin Parker, they are renowned for their psychedelic, synth-driven sound, with influential  albums like Lonerism and Currents.

  2. Animal Collective – Known for their experimental and eclectic sound, they gained acclaim with albums such as Merriweather Post Pavilion and Sung Tongs.

  3. MGMT – Known for their eclectic sound and hits like "Electric Feel" and "Time to Pretend," they gained acclaim with their debut album Oracular Spectacular.

  4. Beach Bunny – Known for their catchy, emotionally resonant pop-rock, they gained popularity with albums like Happiness and Emotional Creature.

  5. Alvvays – An indie band similar to Beach Bunny, known for their catchy, melodic pop-rock sound. They gained recognition with albums like Alvvays and Antisocialites.

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