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Concert Sat Dec 11 2010
Preview: Paper Arrows @ Schubas
We've all heard it on at least one occasion: that whiney voice in the back of our heads after a show--even a great show. If yours sounds anything like mine, it's probably saying something along the lines of, "If only such and such band had played such and such song." Even excellent setlists can breed letdowns.
Chicago-based Paper Arrows are quelling those voices for fans this month with a unique concert series leading up to the release of their newest album In the Morning. The band plans to play each of its albums, including In the Morning, in its entirety during a three-show residency at Schuba's. That's right, no song will go unplayed. Starting this Monday (Dec. 13) Paper Arrows will play their 2008 debut Look Alive. The following Monday fans can hear 2009's Things We Would Rather Lose live from start to finish and finally on Dec. 27 Paper Arrows will preview In the Morning with a live debut.
Paper Arrows is a Midwestern take on the indie pop/rock 'n roll hybrid popularized by national acts like The Airborne Toxic Event. Judging by the few songs already streaming on the band's MySpace, In the Morning will be the perfect December release featuring haunting lyrics, rolling drum beats, tantalizing guitars, and the occasional piano melody all inspired by the chilling beauty and the snowy solitude that many Chicagoans like the members of Paper Arrows are treated to every winter.
Paper Arrows will play the 13, 20 and 27 of December at Schubas Tavern. Each show starts at 8pm and costs just $6. There is an 18+-age limit for every show. Schubas Tavern is located at 3159 N. Southport.