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Junior

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I had the pleasure of watching the Slugs, one of the hardest working bands in Chicago, many times while I lived there years ago. now miles away, hearing their new disc brought back many great old times and reminded me just how fine this band is. "Junior" furthers their pop-rock style that draws most clearly from the 'Mats, XTC and NRBQ. like those bands, the Slugs are clever and have a great sense of melody. Dag Juhlin, who had a stint with Poi Dog, is a terrific songwriter. think of the Slugs as Chicago's anti-Smashing Pumpkins: an unpretentious, witty rock'n'roll party band with tunes and personality.

buy this. it's an amazing piece of work. and then come to chicago and see, no, experience the slugs. sure, this town birthed all those big stupid bands that everyone got all damp about, but where are those bands now? slinging hash. the slugs endure. i personally offer a money back guarantee. "margaret" alone is worth the price of admission....then, somehow, it just gets better. when you have converted, go to theslugs.com and get fort fun and nonstop holiday (on vinyl yet!). then email dag and beg him to part with a copy of his house music cd.

This CD I picked up just because they were a local Chicago band. I have been listening to this CD over and over. I had to go see them live. If you get a chance get out there it was a VERY entertaining show. They were interactive with the crowd and best of all they rocked the house. Great CD

I was blown away. Great sound. It's pop and it's fun.