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Saying that Chicago's the Yolks channel the Pharaohs, the Mummies, Jimmie Rodgers and Ray Davies might make your ears think they've heard that sound before.  And while there's nothing remotely "progressive" about the tunes of the Yolks, it's pretty undeniable that these three fellas know how to write a pop song.  Instantly catchy without being washed in fuzz, featuring your classic guitar, bass and organ sounds, the Yolks don't disappoint.  Minus the fact that they say "steez," in "I Do What I Do," from their 7" Introducing the Yolks, the song could easily be playing on your local Oldies station.  "Don't Blame Me" from the Wandering 7" is decidedly more lo-fi, but it could easily pop up on the "lost 45s" late nite show and nary a baby boomer could contest it.  The fellas are playing with the Black Lips post Lollapalooza at the Empty Bottle on August 1, if you're in Chicago you should be fittin to be there.

Sounds Like: CoCoComa, the Smith Westerns, Lover!, the Okmoniks

Download: The Yolks - I Do What I Do

Download: The Yolks - Don't Blame Me

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