Manic Static is the lo-fi cassette, vinyl, and print label of Philip Lesicko, and we're proud to welcome a handful of the label's bands when they invade the Empty Bottle with their sites and sounds on Wednesday, July 17. Ransom note-style posters and striking textures characterize the minimalist-bordering-on-grisly aesthetic that defines Manic Static; the music is fittingly sparse while still warm and well-composed. Lesicko is also one half of The Funs, who recently moved four hours south of Chicago to renovate an abandoned farm house, in pursuit of a space to host remote shows, record music and continue developing their label. Check out these photos of the monstrosity they’re now calling home:

They’re still touring extensively in support of their first LP, released this past Spring.This is a night of two-piece groups: Coffin Ships perform short and eloquent songs and are one of the original Manic Static bands. The Hecks recently put out a 7” on Chicago’s Moniker Records and are one of the most active Chicago bands of this year, receiving “Best New Rock Duo” from the Chicago Reader’s Best Of polls in 2012. Earring opens the show, a new two-piece featuring our own Jason Balla.

NewsScience On CallJune 30, 2013Coffin Ships, Earring, farms, lo-fi, Manic Static, The Funs, The Hecks Comment