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Chicago's Medicine Hat combines roots-rock and Americana-infused rock, with a gritty attitude that fully emphasizes substance over style. In creating a sound occasionally reminiscent of the classic eras of major acts like CCR, The Drive-By Truckers, Wilco, and similar, more modern American-based outfits, the members of Medicine Hat have carved out their own singular niche, oblivious to trends or fads that fade away as soon as they appear. With the recent addition of the very talented young singer/songwriter Rachel Jost, the critically acclaimed band has taken a futher step in firmly establishing itself as a seasoned, eclectic crew with a wealth of performing and songwriting talent.

Bio...

About 'The Hat'...

Hometown:
Chicago, IL

Plaudits and Such:
"More authentic, more rockin', and definitely more deserving of a Rolling Stone cover than Britney Spears.  Buckley's a writer whose skills have been honed on telling tales Clapton-fashion."
 -Genevieve Will, Indie-Music.com

 

"Medicine Hat are perhaps the poor man's Calexico, The Replacements drinking whiskey, or The Magnolia Electric Company listening to pop music."
 -
Shut Eye Records, Atlanta, GA

 

"Buckley is a special talent, with more of an ability to craft stories into a three-and-a-half minute song than many writers could put into a manuscript."
 -
Wildy's World Blogspot

 

"Little Feat meets the Drive By Truckers."

 -Chicago Daily News

 

Genres:

Roots Rock, Americana-Influenced Rock

The Players:

Demi Buckley
(vocals, guitars)
John DiNunzio
(bass, vocals)
Todd Hackl
(guitars, vocals)
Tara Rich
(drums/percussion)
Rachel Jost
(vocals, guitar, keys)

Discography:


*Sundown Road (2004)


*Hymns and Curses From the Heartland (2005)

 

*State of the Union (2006)


*Blood and Bone (2008)


*Full Moon Fables (2016)

*Medicine Hat EP (Available 6/7/2024)

     

Compilation Albums:


*The United State of Americana, Vol. III
-Shut Eye Records...Atlanta, GA

*Analog Highway
- Mile Long Records...Chicago, IL

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News...

February, 2024 - We are celebrating our 20th anniversary with a show on Friday June 7th, 2024 at the RocHaus (formerly Clearwater Theatre) in West Dundee, IL!  We are also expecting it to be our Medicine Hat EP release event, as well! Hope to see ALL of you there as we celebrate a long-awaited return to what has always been our favorite venue as a live band.

January, 2024 - We are currently in the studio working on an EP of brand-new music, and we'll also see you out on the stage early in 2024.

Summer/Fall, 2022 - We are so pleased to announce the addition of the band's newest member, Rachel Jost.  Rachel is a wonderfully talented young singer, songwriter, guitarist, and keyboardist with years of musical experience.  You guys are going to love what she brings to "The Hat".

                    

NEWS
UPCOMING SHOWS

Upcoming Shows...

Sat, April 27 (2024)The Loop (7 W Streamwood Blvd; Streamwood, IL) 8 pm

Friday, May 24 (2024) - Montrose Saloon (2933 W Montrose; Chicago) 8 pm

Friday, June 7th, (2024) - RocHaus (96 W. Main St; West Dundee, IL)
20th Anniversary and EP Release Show

Friday, August 9 (2024) - Montrose Saloon (2933 W Montrose; Chicago)9 pm

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