Formed in 1980, The Effigies are recognized as one of Chicago’s pioneering punk bands, shaping the Midwest punk scene with their aggressive sound and captivating lyrics. The band’s DIY ethos and commitment to authentic themes about corruption and urban alienation…

Pravda Records was recognized on 93XRT today with a special shoutout to Pravdafest this weekend. On Friday mornings, Marty Lennartz celebrates the music, albums and artists that have made Chicago shine in his “Born in Chicago” segment. This week, he…

Hot beats, icy noir, raving rock, stirring soul...the Claudettes reach new heights of aural audacity with the astonishing GARAGE GLAMOUR. Fiery and fabulous front woman Rachel Williams dazzles on this album, just as she has been on Claudettes stages since…

Brand new Pravda artists- The Claudettes continue to put a thrilling spin on American roots music. Blues/R&B fuse with punk spirit and film-noir moods to create the band's "garage cabaret" sound. Singer Rachel Williams (who stalks the stage like…

"Spring is Here" is the first single for the Park Hills Circle debut album, “All of a Sudden”. Park Hills Circle is the atmospheric indie project of Maris O'Tierney - singer, composer, multi-instrumentalist based in Chicago. Debut album - coming…

The first single "Sight of the Moon" is coming to all streaming platforms on December 17.

Park Hills Circle is the atmospheric indie project of Maris Maeve O'Tierney, a singer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist (guitar, piano) currently based in Chicago. Debut…

Pravda is very excited to announce the signing of The Chris Greene Quartet to its roster. We're also happy to say that this will be the first jazz release on Pravda in our 40 year existence! The first single “Gentlemen's…

On Steve Dawson’s new album, Ghosts, his sixth as a solo artist, the Chicago-based musician and songwriter, well-known for the impassioned alternative country of the band Dolly Varden, crafts ten songs that find reasons to believe – in music…

Steve Dawson's first single from his upcoming album will be released via streaming services on April 19. The lead track - “Time To Let Some Light In” will get you instantly hooked in anticipation of the full album release.

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Chicago singer, songwriter, and guitarist Nathan Graham has signed with Pravda Records for his debut album, Saint of Second Chances, due out October 20, 2023. The first preview of the upcoming 10-song set arrives July 27 as a music…

We have a very limited supply of MIIRRORS “Motion and Picture” on red marbled vinyl. Order these beautiful 160 gram beauties while you can. They sound amazing! Order Here

Pravda is excited to welcome MIIRRORS to our artist roster! Please watch for their first single "Where Do We Go" on Feb 24 streaming everywhere and their debut LP, "Motion and Pictures", to be released on all streaming services, CD,…

Soaking up a multitude of experiences for more than four decades, Ivan Julian, who has notably distinguished himself as guitarist and writer for (Richard Hell and The Voidoids, The Clash, Shriekback, The Outsets, etc.), releases his new album, Swing Your…

Pravda’s release of “Music for Neighbors” marks the 40th anniversary of the formation of The Trypes in the blue-collar New Jersey town of Haledon, NJ, which was the hometown of The Feelies and later spawned kindred bands Yung Wu and…

Pravda is over-the-top thrilled to announce the upcoming single and full album from Nora O'Connor Kean! The title track "My Heart" and video will be released on Sept 16 and the full length album will be released on Oct 7…

The long awaited full length album from The Handcuffs is now available on all platforms and on a slick shiny CD. Vinyl coming later as usual!

Chicago's The Handcuffs explore broad sonic territory, weaving together elements of glam, indie, art…

Pravda Records proudly presents a new EP from Iowa City’s ambassadors of funk and soul, The Diplomats Of Solid Sound featuring The Diplomettes. Having already cut 3 full-length albums on Pravda, you can hear the band growing stronger in sophistication…

Josh Caterer has managed to release two great albums in 2021 recorded at two of Chicago's most iconic small clubs. The newest record- "The SPACE Sessions" comes out Friday Dec 17. You can order a CD now by clicking below…

Work on The Static – due out November 12th – was completed just after the tragic, sudden, and untimely death of Hushdrops drummer Joe Camarillo (at 52), and now exists – in part – as a final tribute to Camarillo’s…

The first single from Hushdrops album "The Static" comes out Sept 3. Give a listen to "One of the Guys" here:  One of the Guys

Work on The Static – due out November 12th – was completed just after the…

Order the new CD/LP from Steve Dawson now! CD includes two bonus tracks and LP is on 160 gram vinyl. All orders include a free download. All orders will ship immediately!.  Order here "At the Bottom of a Canyon…

Steve Dawson's first single and video for "22 Rubber Bands" comes out Friday April 23 on all streaming services. Full album will be released on LP/CD and digital on July 16.

Steve Dawson’s new solo album tells a powerful story…