Filligar

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Formed in 2000, Filligar consists of Casey Gibson, Johnny, Pete, and Teddy Mathias. Despite their young age (all four are in college), Filligar has recorded over 60 songs on six full-length CDs.

Their previous record, "The City Tree" (recorded at the acclaimed Gravity Studios in Chicago) has received favorable reviews from many reputable critics, such as top-notch American pop music critic Jim DeRogatis (of the Chicago Sun-Times and Sound Opinions) who praised the album for its "poetic lyrics, keyboard arpeggios and genteel but winning melodies, which hone to the right side of twee (a la Belle & Sebastian at its best) while avoiding the smart ’n’ sensitive preppie shtick of indie-rock heroes of the moment Vampire Weekend." IvyGate Blog says that "Filligar has the chops to explode into the next big thing."

Filligar has a great live-show and trans-generational appeal, making the band a boon for bookers. Their talent has earned them appearances at legendary Midwest rock-venues such as Metro and other cool spots.