We had such an amazing time at the IPO Chicago Festival this year!!! Thank you to everyone who came out 💕🎶🌟 Check out more photos of the show here. Photographs by Remiker Photography.
WELCOME
Welcome to the webpage for Chicago's favorite psychedelic-soul garage-rock trio, THE MIXTURE. Follow us to stay updated on new releases and upcoming shows!
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year from The Mixture! We’ve had a great year. From the release of our debut album THE PERFECT RELATIONSHIP, to hanging out with the Flamin’ Groovies after our show at Evanston SPACE, to opening for the one and only Dave Davies at the Arcada Theater, 2017 has been a wild ride. We’ll be kicking off 2018 with two shows in NYC - one at Berlin and one at Parkside - on February 16th and 17th! Check out our event page for more info. Thank you to all of our amazing fans for your love and support!! The Mixture loves you!!
The Mixture does NYC!
THE MIXTURE is taking over New York City!! On Friday, February 16th we'll be headlining in NYC at Berlin - Under A, doors open at 8 PM, and Tickets are $10! But wait, there's more!!! The very next night, Saturday the 17th, we'll be playing at the Parkside Lounge! Doors open at 7:30 PM, no charge for admission, two drink minimum, and 21+
You won't want to miss out!!!
IT'S OFFICIAL!!!
IT'S OFFICIAL!!! The Mixture's debut album THE PERFECT RELATIONSHIP is now available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Amazon and more, IN ADDITION to vinyl and CD!!!! This 2017 debut album features P.P. Arnold (legendary mod/soul singer), Lenny Kaye (the Patti Smith Group/"Nuggets" fame), Steve Cradock (Ocean Colour Scene/Paul Weller), and Paul Mertens (wind instruments and string arrangements of the Brian Wilson Band).
You can purchase THE PERFECT RELATIONSHIP in CD or vinyl form through our website or through Vintage Vinyl in Evanston! Each vinyl record includes a digital download copy! Take a listen and tell us what you think!! THE MIXTURE LOVES YOU!!!
P.P. Arnold Releases New Album!!!!
Listen up MIXTURE fans!!!! Legendary soul singer P.P. ARNOLD - featured on our very own upcoming debut album THE PERFECT RELATIONSHIP - has recently released her "lost" album THE TURNING TIDE produced by Eric Clapton and Barry Gibb of the Bee Gees!!! The album has been released on independent record label Kundalini Music, owned by Steve Cradock of Ocean Colour Scene and the Paul Weller Band, and Cradock just so happens to play on THE PERFECT RELATIONSHIP as well!!! Stay tuned for the release of our record (October 27th) and be sure to check out the THE TURNING TIDE!!!!! Follow this link for more info!!
THE MIXTURE opens for FLAMIN' GROOVIES!!!
See THE MIXTURE open for legendary San Francisco rock bank FLAMIN' GROOVIES! Thursday, Oct 19 at 8:00 PM at Evanston SPACE, 1245 Chicago Ave. Doors open at 7 PM. Get your tickets now!!!
***IMPORTANT: If you are buying tickets through Evanston Space's website, click on "list view" to order tickets since tables will be pushed to the side for this one - the normal map view will show everything as unavailable. If you end up having loading issues you may need to enable flash on the website or try using your phone. See you there!!!
THE PERFECT RELATIONSHIP - SPECIAL EARLY RELEASE!!!
ANNOUNCEMENT!!! We will be having a special early release of The Mixture's first full-length album THE PERFECT RELATIONSHIP at our show this Saturday night!!!!!!!!
This 2017 debut album features P.P. Arnold (legendary mod/soul singer), Lenny Kaye (the Patti Smith Group/"Nuggets" fame), Steve Cradock (Ocean Colour Scene/Paul Weller), and Paul Mertens (wind instruments and string arrangements of the Brian Wilson Band). Come to the Arcada Theatre Saturday night to see us open for Dave Davies of The Kinks, and pick up your very own copy of THE PERFECT RELATIONSHIP, available on vinyl and CD!! Stay tuned for further availability of the album and get details on Saturday night's show here. THE MIXTURE LOVES YOU!!!
THE MIXTURE opens for DAVE DAVIES of THE KINKS!!!
Hold on to your hats folks!! This Saturday night, your favorite pink colored psych-rock trio will be sharing the stage with the one and only DAVE DAVIES of THE KINKS!!! That's right, thisSaturday night at 8 pm we'll be playing in front of 900 people at the gorgeous Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, IL. Tickets are selling fast, so you better get yours soon... This is a night you won't want to miss!!!!
New Photos!
Check out some of the photos from our most recent show at Martyrs!!!
THE MIXTURE opens for Midge Ure of Ultravox!
Come see THE MIXTURE open for famous MIDGE URE of the legendary British new wave band ULTRAVOX! Wednesday, October 12th at 7 PM at Martyrs'! Get your tickets now before they sell out!!!
The Mixture opens for Bun E. Carlos of Cheap Trick!
Come see THE MIXTURE open for legendary Cheap Trick drummer and 2016 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee BUN E. CARLOS! Saturday, July 9 at 8 PM at Evanston SPACE!
Radio Interview with STEVE KAY 
Last week, The Mixture's very own STEVE KAY was interviewed by the hosts of "Communication Breakdown" on WCGO-1590am radio to talk about the loss and legacy of rock 'n roll hero David Bowie. At the end of the interview Steve talks about THE MIXTURE while the hosts play our number one hit single "A TOUCH TOO MUCH" - check it out!!
Remembering David Bowie
The Mixture is deeply saddened by the loss by one of the greatest and most beloved rock stars of all time. David Bowie will always inspire our band, and remind us what it means to truly change the world with music. Yesterday we dedicated our rehearsal to his memory. We will miss you Bowie.
NEW VIDEOS FROM OUR LATEST SHOW!
Check out the latest video of THE MIXTURE performing their hit song "CHILLS AND FEVER"! Visit our videos page for more songs!
THE MIXTURE opens for Barrence Whitfield & The Savages!
Chicago psychedelic soul band THE MIXTURE with Steve Kay, Hannah Gray, and Chris Flood will be opening for Barrence Whitfield & The Savages Thursday, September 3rd at Evanston S.P.A.C.E at 8 pm!!! Check out the provided link to purchase tickets or visit our website themixtureband.com! SEE YOU THERE!!!!Tickets: http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=5997285&pl=space
New Videos From Our Latest Show!!!
Go to our videos page to check out the material from our latest show at THE MAYNE STAGE!!! It was a BLAST!!!!
THANK YOU!!
THE MIXTURE thanks Nick Tremulis and the Mayne Stage for giving us the opportunity to "TEAR IT UP" tonight!!!!!!!!! we had the BEST time!!!!! another great experience at the Mayne! we urge you all to support this fabulous venue!!! we will have live footage posted soon!!! stay tuned!!!!!! and thank you ALL for coming to see us!!!!!
Thanks for the shoutout!
Thanks for the shoutout from Fort Knox Studios!
"Lonely For You Baby" on PINK VINYL!
We're loving our new single on PINK VINYL! Get it Friday, November 28 at Vintage Vinyl in Evanston, IL!
RECORD STORE DAY!
"Lonely For You Baby" available this Record Store Day at Vintage Vinyl!
Previous events
The Mixture plays IPO Chicago
Livewire Lounge, 3394 N Milwaukee , Chicago, IL
Hey Mixture fans!!! The Mixture will be playing at the IPO Festival on April 20th at the Livewire Lounge! There's a $10 cover and we'll be on at around 11pm, but show up for the other awesome bands too, that's a lot of music for $10! Please note that this is a 21 and older show.
8:00 Vee Sonnets 8:45 Douglas & Tucker 9:30 Three Hour Tour 10:15 The Band Calderisi 11:00 The Mixture 11:45 Young Distractions
The Chicago IPO festival starts on 4/12 and runs through 4/20, so be sure to check out the other days as well: https://www.facebook.com/events/377814712948050/
THE MIXTURE is taking over New York City!! On Friday, February 16th we'll be headlining in NYC at Berlin - Under A, doors open at 8 PM, and Tickets are $10! 21+
THE MIXTURE opens for FLAMIN' GROOVIES!!!
Evanston SPACE, 1245 Chicago Ave., Evanston, IL
See THE MIXTURE open for legendary San Francisco rock bank FLAMIN' GROOVIES! Get your tickets now!!! ***IMPORTANT: If you are buying tickets through Evanston Space's website, click on "list view" to order tickets since tables will be pushed to the side for this one - the normal map view will show everything as unavailable. If you end up having loading issues you may need to enable flash on the website or try using your phone.
Come see THE MIXTURE share the stage with legendary DAVE DAVIES of THE KINKS!!! Tickets are almost gone, grab 'em fast!!!!!
Come see us open for MIDGE URE of the infamous British new wave band Ultravox! Get your tickets now before they sell out!!!
Come see THE MIXTURE open for legendary Cheap Trick drummer and 2016 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee BUN E. CARLOS!
THE MIXTURE opens for Barrence Whitfield & the Savages!
HOLIDAY SHOW: WXRT Welcomes The Mixture and the Nick Tremulis Orchestra
Chicago psychedelic-soul band THE MIXTURE with Steve Kriegsman, Hannah Gray, and Ellis Clark will be opening for the Nicholas Tremulis Orchestra Saturday, December 27 at The Mayne Stage! Show starts at 9pm, doors open at 7pm! The Mixture's new single "Lonely For You Baby" will be available for purchase on pink 7" vinyl, as will their previous single "A Touch Too Much"! Check out the provided link to purchase tickets, or visit our website www.themixtureband.com. See you all there!
$15.00
Chicago band THE MIXTURE with Steve Kay, Hannah Gray, and Ellis Clark will be opening for NRBQ Thursday, October 23 at Evanston SPACE!!!! Show starts at 8pm, doors open at 7pm!!! The Mixture's hit single "A TOUCH TOO MUCH" will be available for purchase on 7" vinyl!! Check out the link below to purchase tickets, they are going fast!! SEE YOU ALL THERE!!!!
$20
The Mayne Stage 2014
The Mayne Stage , Chicago
THE MIXTURE opens for infamous 60's garage band The Standells!