Screeching Weasel and The Effigies

The Effigies, a key band in Chicago's punk scene, formed around 1980. Known for their impactful, artful punk with shout-along choruses, they influenced bands like Naked Raygun. Hits include "Bodybag." Albums like For Ever Grounded showed a shift to post-punk, working with producer Iain Burgess. Despite struggles and line-up changes, they toured widely. Lead singer John Kezdy, who became a lawyer, occasionally reformed the band. Tragically, Kezdy passed away in 2023, leaving a lasting legacy in punk rock.