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The Gold Web is Brian Selke, aka Dr. Weed, from left; Max Perenchio, aka Silver Wizard; Rich Lombardo, aka Goldilox; and Jake Serek, aka St. Snake. (Courtesy of The Gold Web) Art is more important than ever for Chicago musicians. Just ask Max Perenchio of The Gold Web . The glam rock project may seem like a cultural throwback in a city filled with generic garage rock bands, but Perenchio said the group has greater cultural, social and political goals than its appearance might suggest. The transition from traditional rock band to glam rock was a quick one for the group. After touring with classic glam rock band Kiss in a different band, Perenchio began incorporating costumes and other extravagant looks into his aesthetic, adopting a character (Silver Wizard) in the process. Other members of The Gold Web followed suit. "It turned the whole band experience into a ritual where every single show, you're putting on 9-inch platforms and wigs and makeup," he said. ...

Check out Datura 's new music video teaser for "Charm of the Rat King"! It's the first single off their upcoming album "The Harrowing". Get it spring 2017 on Rusty Knuckles!

Hey folks, Husky Burnette has lots of upcoming music and  tour trash to talk about, so let's get started... More shows, more tours! After taking a break from playing so much, and moving to the great state of Colorado, Husky Burnette is back at it! He has a handful of gigs coming up around Northeast Colorado, until mid March; a short run through Texas in late March; and a tour from April-June, around the Midwest/East Coast! Check the tour dates for your city! In music news! Husky Burnette is planning to release a new single called, "Honey Child". It's a duet Caroline and Husky wrote, and they're extremely excited to get it out. Look for it soon! Husky Burnette has also been writing new material for a new album! He will hit the studio in Pittsburgh very soon. Look for the new album on Rusty Knuckles! Husky is also recording  a split 12" LP, with speed-rockin' pals " Six Speed Kill! ." They're collaborating on a song, Wh...