They're known as the "Greatest Rock-n-Roll Band in the World" ...and that's no PR hype either, blogspot readers! Not when notable rockers such as Eddie Vedder of Pearl Jam, Robin Zander of Cheap Trick, Little Steven Van Zandt, Willie Nelson and Jim Heath of Reverend Horton Heat raving about this band's live performances. You may have seen them rock the stage along with other legendary bands such as Flogging Molly, The Ramones, Motorhead, Bad Religion, or Social Distortion at one point or another. They have even recorded with Steve Earle, Eddie Vedder, Willie Nelson and many more. If you haven't guessed by now the name of the band this reviewer is referring to, perhaps she should mention one more thing about them. They just released their ninth studio album "Get The Hell" in which could easily be considered as their best one to date. Of course, she's talking about The SUPERSUCKERS and recently SouthSide had the extreme chance to chat with front man/bassist - Eddie Spaghetti about the band's longevity in the music industry, the tour and what to expect when they come to Chicago this Sunday.
Currently in the middle of their 40-show tour that began on July 12th, Eddie told SouthSide that she could expect a "...knock-down, dragged out..." street fight type of "...rock-n-roll party..." when the band rolls into Chicago this Sunday after telling him this will be her first SUPERSUCKERS experience. He also cautioned this reviewer to wear clean underwear and to have an extra back-up pair just in case, blogspot readers. Why? Because he and the band plans to "...rock [your] pants off..." before adding that it's going to be a HUGE laundry week for this reviewer and fans when they're finished rockin' out Chicago. Never been forewarned before but she's looking forward to feel and experience what others have told her about The SUPERSUCKERS and how they rock the stage. The fact the band has been doing this since 1988 is totally amazing to which she asked Eddie for his opinion to what attributed to the band's longevity in this business. He said "...the fact [that] we have yet to succeed as a rock band..." She wondered why they haven't been inducted into the Rock-N-Rock Hall of Fame which he stated if they had a category for 'The Most Underappreciated Band' "...we would be top on the list..."
As mentioned earlier, The SUPERSUCKERS recently released their ninth studio album "Get The Hell" which was recorded in Austin, TX at Willie Nelson's famed Arlyn Studio and mixed by Dwarves leader Blag Dahlia and Andy Carpenter. According the press release, this album "...carries the attitude and energy that made [this band] the heart-pounding, ear-splitting rockers of the 90s...", blogspot readers. Not having the chance to review the new album herself yet, she has been assured that this latest one offers the kind of mix and music Supersuckers punk fans will want to add to their collection. When asking Eddie which song or songs she should listen to, he simply replied "...start at the beginning..." and keep on listening until the very end. He stated he like the band has his favorites but leaves to the fans to decide which songs are the best. During their headlining performance at Reggie's Sunday, fans can expect to hear new songs like "Something About You" and "Fuck Up" along with a few of The SUPERSUCKERS' old stuff like "I'm A Fucking Genius", "Junk" or "Must've Been High".
Besides touring the US, the band will be making rounds in Europe with plenty of shows in Spain to which Eddie lovingly said he's fond of the country's food and culture "...I can see myself living there..." That's if and when he and band ever decides to retire but SouthSide thinks it won't be anytime soon. Lastly, blogspot readers, before having to go, he wanted fans to come to the shows because "...it's the only way to experience what we do..." He likened the SUPERSUCKERS experience to a rollercoaster ride telling SouthSide that you'll never know what it's like until you try the ride yourself. "...it's okay to watch a couple of YouTube videos by someone who experienced the ride ...but it's not the same..." as being there yourself.
If you're in the Chicago area, blogspot readers, head to Reggie's Rock Club to rock out with The SUPERSUCKERS with The Beggars, The Krank Daddies and Fitness opening for the band. The show is 17+ and doors open at 7:30p ...$12 adv / $15 dos!
SouthSide would like to thank Eddie Spaghetti for taking time out of his busy schedule for this chat.
Until next time, support your local scene,
SouthSide
view from the balcony
After playing
another round of “CTA mad dash”, SouthSide arrived to Reggie’s Rock Club just
in time for the headlining act – The SUPERSUCKERS, blogspot readers! However
before entering the venue, she first had to make sure she had everything needed for
her first experience with “The World’s Greatest Rock-n-Roll” band. Let’s see
...she’s wearing clean underwear ...an extra pair (for just in case) ...okay,
she’s ready for this show. This reviewer could definitely feel the excitement
wafting throughout the many fans in attendance as they began crowding around
the stage waiting impatiently for The SUPERSUCKERS to appear.
Then ...loud air
raid sirens blaring ....a live recording of a past SUPERSUCKERS performance
preceded the band’s entrance to which the fans erupted into cheers upon hearing
the gritty charge of the electric guitars hit its first riff. Instantly,
SouthSide could feel her pants being blown off by the rip-roaring, electric
punk sound amidst the hard thundering crash of the drums. It was fast
...furious ...quite dirty ...wildly insane kick-arse beginning with front man
Eddie Spaghetti, Dan “Thunder” (guitar/vocals), “Metal” Marty (guitar/vocals)
and “Captain” Chris (drums), blogspot readers. Not a minute wasted on the
intense momentum felt ...not even a second to stop for a quick breath. Yet
despite the strong opening, it hadn’t reached the level for Eddie, the band and
fans could start really rockin’ out Reggie’s Rock Club. When, it finally did, watch
out! Because this was when the real SUPERSUCKERS show began.
The World’s
Greatest definitely proved why they’re dubbed with such title. Never before had
SouthSide felt music intensity like this. blogspot readers. They thrilled the
fans with plenty of hardcore punk guitar rock that fans excitedly responded
throughout the night with cheers, head bangs and/or rock horns symbols in the
air. Yet, that wasn’t enough for the diehards. They wanted more, blogspot
readers, as they began shouting their favorite SUPERSUCKERS song to be heard
meanwhile others were singing along with the band. Performing songs like
“Coattail Rider” (an oldie but SUPERSUCKERS goodie) and “Gluttonous” and
“Something About You” (both off Get The Hell) and, fans were jokingly told
“...don’t die on the throne without [purchasing their copy of Get The Hell]...” Then there was Eddie’s
remarks “...it’s not my job to do the math ...if you want to be an idiot like
me, join a band....” Plus, you got to love a rock band who can say the following during
their show “...if you’re not completely satisfied, I’ll give you your money
back...”, blogspot readers. However Eddie guaranteed every fan will like the
new album. 
And to other bands
(Fitness, Crank Daddies and The Beggars) who performed before them, the
charismatic front man had to say this “...none of the [other] bands sucked...”
when mentioning kudos to them before announcing to the fans that SUPERSUCKERS don’t do encores. “...when we
walk off the stage, it’s [the set] over...”, blogspot readers, before rockin’ the
venue with some killer honky tonk country rock featured in the song “I’m Just a
Cowboy”. The crowd still wanted more from their favorite band. They weren’t
ready for them to leave just yet. SouthSide had feeling Eddie and the guys
didn’t want to leave either ...they were having too much performing on stage.
So was SouthSide’s
pants rocked off? Most certainly, blogspot readers, but you might notice she
left out a few details here and there in this review. Why? Because without
giving too much away, she wants you to experience your own rollercoaster ride
with The SUPERSUCKERS. Just be prepared to ride the heart-pounding twists,
turns dips and loops with this band when Eddie and the guys travel to a
city/town near you, blogspot readers.
