Post by Dennis M. Kelly on Feb 21, 2006 12:27:41 GMT -6
THE TOSSERS PLAY ST. PATRICKS DAY SHOW AT METRO
Metro is pleased to present a St. Patrick’s Day show that promises to be entertaining! The Tossers, one of Chicago’s favorite celtic-punk bands, will return to the Metro stage celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with their own special flair!
Raised on the South Side of Chicago known for its huge Irish Catholic community, The Tossers emerged in the early 90’s with their own brew of Celtic music fueled by a love of traditional folk songs and punk rock fury. They named themselves a pejorative term that some trace back to Shakespeare; depending on who you ask, it means commode, drunk, or the currency of Britain rejected when the Irish established their independence in the 1920’s. Gradually building their reputation, The Tossers began to open for legends like Shane McGowan and Stiff Little Fingers. The Tossers live shows are legendary for attracting fans of all ages and from all walks of life – drenched in Guinness and Jameson, the dancing crowd are always one step from a riot.
After twelve years and four albums, The Tossers are back with their latest album “The Valley of the Shadow of Death” on Victory Records. Ranging topically from a requiem for Dee Dee Ramone to a scathing indictment of the war machine and the politics of profiteering, the band takes turns tightly while displaying a keen sense of melody. Using traditional instrumentation comprised of mandolin, fiddle, tin whistle and banjo beefed up with guitar and drums, The Tossers play with a furious edge that teeters between rage and raucousness. Favorite sons of the Chicago scene, the Tossers possess an unparalleled work ethic.
For more information about The Tossers, visit their website www.thetossers.com <http://www.thetossers.com> . Photos and interview contacts available upon request.
Friday February 17:
St. Patrick’s Day...
THE TOSSERS
$13 advance, $15 day of show / 18 & Over / Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT:
All TicketMaster locations
Charge by phone: 312.559.1212
Internet sales www.ticketmaster.com
The Metro Box Office in the Official Metro Store (no service fee)
Metro is pleased to present a St. Patrick’s Day show that promises to be entertaining! The Tossers, one of Chicago’s favorite celtic-punk bands, will return to the Metro stage celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with their own special flair!
Raised on the South Side of Chicago known for its huge Irish Catholic community, The Tossers emerged in the early 90’s with their own brew of Celtic music fueled by a love of traditional folk songs and punk rock fury. They named themselves a pejorative term that some trace back to Shakespeare; depending on who you ask, it means commode, drunk, or the currency of Britain rejected when the Irish established their independence in the 1920’s. Gradually building their reputation, The Tossers began to open for legends like Shane McGowan and Stiff Little Fingers. The Tossers live shows are legendary for attracting fans of all ages and from all walks of life – drenched in Guinness and Jameson, the dancing crowd are always one step from a riot.
After twelve years and four albums, The Tossers are back with their latest album “The Valley of the Shadow of Death” on Victory Records. Ranging topically from a requiem for Dee Dee Ramone to a scathing indictment of the war machine and the politics of profiteering, the band takes turns tightly while displaying a keen sense of melody. Using traditional instrumentation comprised of mandolin, fiddle, tin whistle and banjo beefed up with guitar and drums, The Tossers play with a furious edge that teeters between rage and raucousness. Favorite sons of the Chicago scene, the Tossers possess an unparalleled work ethic.
For more information about The Tossers, visit their website www.thetossers.com <http://www.thetossers.com> . Photos and interview contacts available upon request.
Friday February 17:
St. Patrick’s Day...
THE TOSSERS
$13 advance, $15 day of show / 18 & Over / Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT:
All TicketMaster locations
Charge by phone: 312.559.1212
Internet sales www.ticketmaster.com
The Metro Box Office in the Official Metro Store (no service fee)