5-29-08
Smallwire album at Reckless Records
Smallwire's début album Songs for Sleeping In, released by Moor Works, is now available at Reckless Records. Visit Reckless Records online or stop by one of its Chicago locations.
4-30-2008
Smallwire in the press
A review of Songs for Sleeping In appears in the Illinois Entertainer.
2-3-2008
More recent press
- Chicago Sun-Times, Smallwire steps into MCA music spotlight
- Flavorpill Chicago's Suzanne Niemoth recommends Tuesday's show
2-1-2008
MCA show and Newcity Chicago listing/album review
A reminder that Smallwire will be appearing at Chicago's Museum of Contemporary Art this coming Tuesday, February 5, 2008, at 6:30 PM. We are performing this free, all-ages show as a part of the MCA's Magical Musical Showcase Series. Many thanks to Schuba's for having invited Smallwire to be showcased in this series. We are preparing special arrangements of our songs, many of which will feature a string trio. For which purpose, we'll be joined by Kevin Davis on cello and Andra Durham on viola.
Also, Newcity Chicago's Tom Lynch lists Smallwire's MCA appearance as its Tip of the Week, saying very complimentary things about our new album Songs for Sleeping In, to be released in Japan on Moorworks (with bonus-tracks) in April of 2008.
1-3-2008
Smallwire headlines KEXP Showcase
Smallwire's headlining slot at tonight's KEXP Showcase commences at 11:00 PM at The Darkroom (on Chicago Ave. between Damen and Western) and features special guest Abram Shriner on guitar. Also, cellist Kevin Davis, whom you'll remember from our most recent Subterranean show, will be sitting in on a few songs. Not to be missed!
11-30-2007
Three upcoming shows
- Subterranean on Friday, 12-7-2007 with The Bad Veins and The Swimmers.
- The Darkroom on Thursday, 1-3-2008, KEXP Equalizer Showcase w/Kinetic Stereokids.
- Museum of Contemporary Art on Tuesday, 2-5-07, Schuba's Showcase MCA Magical Musical Showcase Series.
11-29-2007
Japanese-edition full-length album release
Smallwire has completed the mixing and mastering of its first full-length album, titled Songs for Sleeping In. Smallwire is releasing a Japanese edition of Songs for Sleeping In on the fantastic Japanese record label Moor Works. This edition features two bonus tracks that we recorded a couple weeks ago, engineered by David Whitcomb at Chicago's Stray Dog Recording Co. and mastered by Bob Weston at Chicago Mastering Service. Check back soon for more specifics about this exciting release. The band has also been writing new material for a soon-to-be-recorded EP. Also, we have been rehearsing for three upcoming shows in Chicago.
8-12-2007
AV Xplo at The Empty Bottle with Midstates and others
Smallwire is excited to perform on the first evening of this bizarrely named music and arts festival at the Empty Bottle on Wednesday, August 15th. Smallwire takes the stage at approximately 10:30 PM.
7-17-2007
Beat Kitchen Show Cancellation & Other News
Due to circumstances beyond our control, we've had to cancel the appearance slated for Thursday night (7-19-07) at the Beat Kitchen. Apologies for any inconvenience caused by this unavoidable cancellation. Come see us on August 15th at the Empty Bottle, which promises to be a very enjoyable show (more details soon).
In the meantime, please enjoy the tracks -- "Blur the Lines," "Aftercast," and "Dodging Traffic" -- that we are streaming from our upcoming album. The album, still untitled, was mastered by Bob Weston.
6-8-2007
Smallwire live dates, including Darfur benefit this Tuesday
Our thanks is extended to those who attended either our show at the Subterranean or the following night's appearance at the Cactus Club in Milwaukee; we had a great time. As for those who attended both concerts, you're crazy. But that's why we love you.
We have added new dates to our live calendar:
- Benefit concert for refugees in Darfur at the Subterranean on Tuesday, 6-12-07 with Hey Day, Sub Rosa, Pink Devil, Paper Airplane Pilots, Cameron McGill and the Quartet Offensive, Jonny Rumble, and Hot as Hell. Smallwire plays at 9:30.
- Beat Kitchen on Saturday, 7-19-07 with Cameron McGill, The Wandering Sons, and Noah Harris. Show commences at 8:30, with Smallwire occupying the third slot, directly preceding Cameron McGill's set.
4-30-2007
New Smallwire live dates
With our new album in its final mixing stages, we're excited to be playing live again, starting with a pair of shows on the last weekend of May:
- Subterranean, Chicago, on Friday, 5-25-07 with Sunday Morning Chameleon and Cracklin' Moth. Smallwire plays first (so be there early so we don't look like assholes!). Show starts at 9:00.
- Cactus Club in Milwaukee WI on Saturday, 5-26-07 with Juniper Tar and Chris DeMay Smallwire plays second. Show starts at 10:00.
4-29-2007
Preview Smallwire's new album
On the Smallwire "Listen" page, we are streaming "pre-mastered" versions of selections from Smallwire's forthcoming full-length album. Also, look for the new tracks on Smallwire's myspace page, and on a four-song promo that will be available at our live shows.
1-20-2007
New record and upcoming live shows: updates to come
Smallwire is currently mixing its new record. The band is also rehearsing in preparation for its return to live performance. Check back soon for upcoming live dates in Chicago and elsewhere.
8-7-2006
Smallwire in the studio
Smallwire is on a brief hiatus from live performance, preparing to record a number of new compositions at Gallery of Carpet Studios in Chicago for inclusion on its debut full-length album. Check back soon for new mp3s and information about upcoming shows.
4-21-2006
The Hideout Friday 4/21 with Winterpills
Smallwire will be opening for the Winterpills on the Chicago stop of their tour. This is our first show at The Hideout. Starts at 10:00.
3-25-2006
Ashbary Coffee House Saturday 3/25 with Unique Chique
Impromptu show.
2-17-2006
Subterranean Monday 3/06 with The Impossible Shapes
Come see us perform alongside Bloomington, IN's The Impossible Shapes and Chicago's Dogme 95, for whom the occasion commemorates a record release. Begins at 9:00.
12-28-2005
Schubas Sunday 1/15 with Magnolia Electric Co.
We'll be a part of this year's Tomorrow Never Knows Festival at Schubas, sharing the stage with Magnolia Electric Co., Palliard, and The Deaths. Show starts at 9:00.
12-1-2005
New recordings and Smallwire MySpace Page
Smallwire recently made some new recordings at Gallery of Carpet Studios (located somewhere in Chicago's expanse of boondocky suburbs). New mp3s are available on our "Listen" page.
Also: encounter those same recordings at Smallwire's MySpace Page.
1-20-2005
Beat Kitchen Sunday 11/20 with The Handsome Charlies
Our drummer's knee rehabilitated, we emerge from our autumn hibernation to play a show with Australian expatriates and Austin, TX residents The Handsome Charlies. Chicago band The Syllable Section opens.
9-7-2005
Beat Kitchen Show Canceled
Due to a setback involving our drummer's knee, we've had to pull out of this show.
9-1-2005
Beat Kitchen Friday 9/23 with Puerto Muerto
Puerto Muerto CD release. The Dudley Corporation plays first.
8-1-2005
With Biirdie @ Schubas Monday 8/1
Matthew Kerstein of Scotland Yard Gospel Choir opens.
6-22-2005
New music
Our new full-band demo is done and can be sampled here.
6-8-2005
Schuba's with A. Morgan and Ghosty
With Andrew and Ghosty, from Lawrence, KS.
5-30-2005
New Demo
The new demo is finished, recorded mostly live April 5 at Gallery of Carpet. Check back for new mp3s soon.
5-24-2005
Bottom Lounge
With other bands.
2-12-2005
Sonic Boom Recordings has picked up Andrew Morgan's record for US release, and we'll be opening for him at his release party Thurs. March 24th at Schuba's.
2-12-2005
Founding member Basia Wrobel has returned to the lineup and will join us for the March show.
2-1-2004
Thanks to everyone that came out to Schuba's in January, and thanks to Andrew Morgan for sitting in. We'll be opeing for him there again in March. Check back for details.
12-9-2004
We're playing at Schubas on January 17th (monday) and Kristina will be playing there
every Monday night in January with
Andrew Morgan.