Unlike so many of today's purveyors of angst, Chicago's The Emerald Lizards refuse to wallow in self pity. Instead, they blast through their live set with manic glee. Their sound combines the raw directness of primal garage rock with frenzy of punk. Comprised of equal parts bile, swagger, cutting humor, and adrenaline, The Emerald Lizards provide a raw and dirty antidote to today's bland music scene.

The Emerald Lizards have played around the midwest since 2005, including appearances at prestigious Chicago venues such as The Metro,... more