Chicago Sounds in the 80s: Underground Incubator March 6, 2012

The 1980’s were an interesting time for music in Chicago with three movements leading the charge – house, industrial/Wax Trax, and indie underground punk. Sound Opinions Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot, two of the finest and best-recognized pop music writers in the nation, will a host a conversation with three living legends to discuss these movements and explore the music and politics of 1980s Chicago. Guests include Chris Connelly (Revolting Cocks, Ministry) from the industrial/Wax Trax scene, DJ Frankie Knuckles otherwise known as the ‘Godfather of House’, and guitarist Santiago Durango (Naked Raygun, Big Black) representing indie underground punk.