It’s been nearly a decade since the Felix Culpa began their marriage of progressive indie and post-hardcore. In 2002, the conception of tFC was a milestone for DIY indie across the nation.
Humble and committed, the group avoided the detuning spotlight of labels for years to come—neglecting to capitalize on the band’s art was perhaps the most noble and influential act, one of which many artists would follow. Because great art takes time. And great music takes even longer, as any worthy musician would claim. Despite the passing on several offers from well-known record labels, the Felix Culpa still managed to make their name through publication and self-promotion. Appearing in popular print magazines such as Alternative Press in their early years, and later signing to the renowned No Sleep Records (La Dispute, The Wonder Years, etc.), tFC prove to be the essence of honest hard work.
With the release of two EP’s and two studio full-lengths, Sever Your Roots being their most recent including a bonus EP entitled Bury Your Axe, the Felix Culpa flirt with ideas of starting a new chapter, bidding a bittersweet farewell to their fans.
The group announced in early October that their farewell would take place at the Metro in Chicago on December 9, 2011. Supporting acts include close friends in Monday’s Hero, Sainthood Reps, and El Oso. Tickets for the farewell show can be found here.
Visit the Felix Culpa’s Official Page to find updates, music, and information on future projects!
Written by Stephanie Castor
