Wax on Radio
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2004 |
| Headquarters | Chicago , United States |
| Products | Alternative rock music |
Wax on Radio was a Chicago-based American alternative rock ensemble. Established in 2004, the lineup featured vocalist Mikey Russell, bassist Harrison Taylor, guitarist Bob Buckstaff, keyboardist Scott Heatherly, and drummer Sammy Del Real. Originating from the suburban music hubs of Schaumburg and Lake Forest, the band formed through shared connections after Russell initiated a new musical venture.
Career
After signing with Downtown Records in 2006, Wax on Radio launched their first album, Exposition, within that same year. Early in 2007, they embarked on a nationwide US tour as opening acts for Forgive Durden and Brazil, subsequently spending two months supporting The Ataris. Their song "Today I Became A Realist" earned acclaim from SPIN, while their live shows were praised by Rolling Stone.
Although they secured a deal with Downtown Records in 2007, dissatisfaction over contract conditions caused the group to pause activities until the agreement ended. During this interval, the band announced having over forty new compositions prepared for recording, intending to include ten tracks on their next album. Keyboardist Luke Dent from The Dear Hunter joined the lineup during this phase.
In October 2008, Wax on Radio split due to creative differences. Following the breakup, members engaged in new endeavors: Mikey Russell created Suns, which debuted at Chicago's Metro in January 2010, and Luke Dent went on to form Meadowlarks.
Discography
- Exposition (EP)
- Exposition (full-length, 2006)
Members
- Mikey Russell – Vocals, Guitar
- Bob Buckstaff – Guitar, Wurlitzer, Tambourine
- Dustin Chabert – Bass Guitar, Bells
- Sammy Del Real – Drums, Percussion
- Luke Dent – Keyboards
Former members
- Harrison Taylor – Bass Guitar, Bells (2004–2007)
- Scott Heatherly – Keyboards (2004–2005)