The Lawrence Arms: Biography

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Formed:

Jan 1, 1999 in Chicago, IL

Genres:

Alternative Rock Music, Punk and Hardcore Rock Music, Revival

Decades Active:

1990's|2000's

Lawrence Arms got together in 1998 after the departure of Chicago pop-punkers the Broadways and Baxter. The collaboration of Brendan Kelly (bass/vocals), Neil Hennessy (drums), and Chris (guitar/vocals) resulted in the same vein of their previous bands: politically inspired pop-punk with an aggressive, elaborate edge. Asian Man Records released the band's first album, A Guided Tour of Chicago, in November of 1999, while their second album, Ghost Stories, followed six months later. Present Day Memories appeared in summer 2001.

- Mike DaRonco, All Music Guide