Dave Rempis is a free jazz saxophonist performing with many Chicago-based groups and also a presenter curating a weekly Thursday-night concert series for the Elastic Arts Foundation as well as one of the main organizers of the indie-rock Pitchfork Music Festival.
What’s the first album you remember loving as a kid?
The Muppets Christmas album
What is the first album you bought with your own money?
Probably some U2… or maybe Huey Lewis and the News. I’m so ashamed.
What was the first local band that caught your ear?
My elementary school band.
What’s the most recent album you bought or have been listening to lately?
Bobo Yéyé: Belle Époque in Upper Volta – Numero Group
What are working on right now? What’s on the musical horizon?
Eek – booking tours, arranging travel, etc. My current solo tour keeps sprawling!!!
