Naked Raygun tribute album discussed at Rogues Corner (Episode 851)
Naked Raygun is one of the greatest bands to ever \u201cwhoa whoa\u201d their way onto a Chicago stage, and their influence continues to loom large on the generations that follow in their footsteps.
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With that, a new Raygun tribute compilation is on the way: \u201cGodspeed\u2026\xa0 A Tribute to Pierre Kezdy.\u201d Scheduled for release on July 28, the album features NR covers from the likes of Face to Face, and J. Robbins. Also featured on the comp are a \u201cwho\u2019s who\u201d of former Car Con Carne guests, including Josh Caterer, Pegboy, the Bollweevils, the Methadones, the Brokedowns and Death and Memphis. All proceeds from the project go to the family of Pierre Kezdy, who passed away in 2020.
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The guys behind the compilation, Curt Harrison (the Usuals) and Pat Mineau (Grey Trash Aliens), jumped in the car to talk about putting the project together, as well as the impact of Naked Raygun\u2019s music.\xa0
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Oh, and there\u2019s food in this episode \u2026 wonderful food from the recently-opened Rogue\u2019s Corner in Elgin (109 E. Highland). Owner Matt Habib shared a handful of his pizza originals, including Pipe n Wrench (Italian beef, sausage, giardiniera) and Jury Rig (Mac & Cheese + Sloppy Joe). Matt was also comfortable and happy to offer his thoughts on Naked Raygun; he\u2019s a fan just like the rest of us.\xa0
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Naked Raygun will do a rare signing event at Rogue\u2019s Corner on August 26 at 1 p.m., where they\u2019ll sign \u201cGodspeed\u201d records and merch.
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Car Con Carne is proud to be sponsored by Alex Ross Art (alexrossart.com). San Diego Comic Con is fast approaching. If you\u2019re going, make sure to visit Alex Ross Art while you\u2019re there (Booth 2415)!
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