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Origin	McHenry, Illinois, USA
Genre(s)	Punk rock Alternative rock Pop-Punk
Years active	1996–present
Label(s)	Epic Records Vagrant Records Asian Man Records
Associated acts	Heavens The Falcon
Website	Official website
Members
Matt Skiba Dan Andriano Derek Grant
Former members
Rob Doran Glenn Porter Mike Felumlee

Alkaline Trio (sometimes referred to as Ak3 or Alk3) is a band from Chicago consisting of Matt Skiba on guitar/vocals, Dan Andriano on bass/vocals, and Derek Grant on drums/back-up vocals. Their music is characterized by dark lyrics, catchy choruses, fast tempos and recurring subjects of alcoholism, depression, fire, drugs, blasphemy, and death.

Contents 1 History 1.1 1996 - 2000 1.2 2000 - 2003 1.3 2003 - 2005 1.4 2005 - Present 2 Related bands 3 Heather Hannoura 4 Discography 4.1 Full Length Albums 4.2 EPs and LPs 4.3 Splits 4.4 Appearances on compilations 4.5 Video/DVDs 4.6 Singles 4.7 Music videos 5 See also 6 External links

The band formed in December of 1996 (see 1996 in music), originally consisting of Matt Skiba (guitar/lead vocals), Rob Doran (bass/vocals), and Glenn Porter (drums/vocals), all hailing from McHenry County, Illinois, in Chicago's Northwest suburbs. 1997 saw the release of the band's first EP, Sundials. This was followed shortly after by the departure of Rob Doran. After the departure, Dan Andriano, former singer of Asian Man Records band Tuesday and bassist for Slapstick, took his place and they began recording. The band released their second EP, entitled For Your Lungs Only, in 1998, which began to build them a sizable fanbase in the American Midwest. Later on that year, the band released their first full length album, Goddamnit, followed by Maybe I'll Catch Fire in 2000 (both on Asian Man Records). Also in 2000, the band released a collection of their previously released EPs on their self-titled album.

Soon after, Alkaline Trio was signed by Vagrant Records, a record label much larger than their previous label, Asian Man Records. Joined by new drummer Mike Felumlee (previously of the Smoking Popes, now of Squirtgun), From Here to Infirmary was released in 2001 on Vagrant Records. Recorded at Pachyderm Recording Studio, this was their first album to see any interest from alternative radio and the mainstream media, with the semi-hit punk single "Stupid Kid" and the inclusion of the song "Armageddon" on the Tony Hawk's Underground video game. Their cover of "Over at the Frankenstein Place" was included in the compilation The Rocky Horror Punk Rock Show, an album made to pay tribute to The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

After the release, Mike Felumlee left the band to be replaced by drummer Derek Grant, previously of The Suicide Machines, Telegraph, Thoughts of Ionesco, Remainder, and Broken Spoke.

Their next full-length album was Good Mourning, released in 2003, with the album's launch single "We've Had Enough" seeing much the same success as the previous single "Stupid Kid." The album was a significant departure from earlier works, featuring greater production value and a move toward the mainstream.

The band has also appeared on various compilation albums, notably Plea for Peace Vol. 1, Vagrant Records: Another Year on the Streets Vol. 1, 2, and 3, and Rock Against Bush Vol. 1. Matt Skiba and Dan Andriano have both independently recorded split records, Skiba with Kevin Seconds on Asian Man Records and Andriano with Mike Felumlee on Double Zero Records, as well as jointly performing backing vocal duties on the album This is Unity Music by Common Rider. They have also recorded 2 split EPs with bands who are no longer together: one with Hot Water Music in 2000 and the other with One Man Army in 2004.

After the release of Good Mourning in 2003, a curious outcry was heard by Alkaline Trio fans when it was noticed that a second guitar player was hidden beside the speakers during the band's live performances. Fans worried there was a fourth member of Alkaline Trio, which would contradict the name of the band. Alkaline Trio responded that this guitar player, Nolan McGuire, who is also the tour manager and ex-member of fellow Chicago punk band, The Honor System, was not a member of the band and never would be, but with the growing complexity of their music, a second guitar player was needed on tour to fulfill the sound Skiba had written/recorded on the album. As of the release of Crimson, McGuire no longer hides behind the speakers but appears on stage with the band. It seems that since there is definitely no change to the band lineup being made, fans have embraced McGuire. It should also be noted that McGuire only plays with the band on certain songs live.

In 2004 Dan became a member of The Falcon, a supergroup of sorts consisting of The Lawrence Arms' bassist Brendan Kelly, previously of Slapstick and The Broadways, and Neil Hennessy, drummer from The Lawrence Arms. The Falcon also saw contributions from Todd Mohney, formerly of Rise Against. The band released an EP titled "God Don't Make No Trash or Up Your Ass With Broken Glass" in 2005 and released its first full length "Unicornography" in September of 2006.

Alkaline Trio released their fifth studio album on Vagrant Records, titled Crimson, on May 24, 2005, which featured the single "Time to Waste." The single for this song also included bonus tracks produced by Squirtgun and Common Rider bassist Mass Giorgini. The tracks "Mercy Me" and "Burn" have also been released as singles from the album.

In December of 2005, a dual-disc special edition re-release of Crimson hit store shelves. This album features the original cut of Crimson released earlier in the year, while the 2nd disc has demo and acoustic/live versions of some of the songs. Additionally, an enhanced version of the lyrics and liner notes are available for download with personal messages from the band members on the history and/or inspiration(s) behind the songs.

On June 29th, 2006, the band's website announced that Matt had started a side-project called Heavens with Josiah Steinbrick, previously of F-Minus. The band signed to Epitaph Records and released their album "Patent Pending" on September 12, 2006.

Alkaline Trio released an album of B-sides/Rarities, Live Performances, and a DVD with Performances from The Occult Roots Tour in early 2007 called Remains and put out on Vagrant Records, In 2007 they are planning on releasing an anniversary edition of Goddamnit, which will contain the original songs, plus old video footage of older Trio concerts, as well as older photos of the band.

According to Aversion.com, Drummer Derek Grant revealed that the band had started writing its next album, and plans to head into the studio in February to lay the songs to tape. The album is tentatively planned for a spring release. "The first notes of the new album have been written, for those in doubt," he reported in a brief update on his blog.

In October of 2006, it was announced that Alkaline Trio had signed with V2 Records [1]. On January 12, 2007, the label announced that they were undergoing restructuring to focus on their back catalogue and digital distribution. As a result, their employees were let go and their roster of artists left as free agents.

Just recently, Asian Man Records has announced plans to reissue the Alkaline Trio's 1998 full length, Goddamnit. According to the label, the disc will be repackaged with new artwork, remixed and be packaged with a feature length DVD documentary of the band's early days. Word of the reissue first began to trickle out last April and the band embarked on a headlining tour in which they frequently performed the entirety of the record. Alkaline Trio's song "Cringe" from the same album has also been released on a recent various artist compilation by Asian Man Records back in the just passed April called Plea For Peace, Volume 2.

During late May 2007 the band began listing Epic Records as its label on their MySpace. Punknews.org has now also reported that band is on the Epic roster.

In November 2007, the band posted a status update on their MySpace page stating that they are currently writing material for a new album.

In October 2007, Alkaline Trio made a new MySpace, specifically for their older music. They announced that in March 2008, they will be re-releasing Goddamnit with newly remastered tracks and a bonus DVD telling of the history of Alkaline Trio and other bonus material.

Alkaline Trio is part of a very large circle of Chicago punk/hardcore bands. Skiba played drums for Jerkwater (with Rob Doran (currently in Pit er Pat); Sean Seeling (currently in Apocalypse Hoboken, ex-Tommyrot); and, Jeremiah Klinger (currently in Gregor Samsa), as well as the Chicago punk outfit The Traitors. Former drummer Glenn Porter played in Tommyrot and 88 Fingers Louie. Stemming from Andriano's previous bands, Slapstick and Tuesday, other artists in this family tree include: The Broadways, The Lawrence Arms, The Honor System, Smoking Popes (Rob Kellenberger from Slapstick, Tuesday and Smoking Popes side project Duvall briefly played drums for part of the Popes reunion tour before being replaced due to scheduling differences. Ironically, Kellenberger replaced original Smoking Popes drummer Mike Fellumlee, who played drums for Alkaline Trio on their album, From Here to Infirmary, after the Smoking Popes broke up, and now plays with Squirtgun), and, more tenuously, Florida's Less Than Jake. With the addition of drummer Derek Grant, Alkaline Trio's family tree has grown to include ties with bands such as The Suicide Machines, Thoughts of Ionesco and Walls of Jericho. In 2004 Dan Andriano formed somewhat of a supergroup called The Falcon. The band reunites Andriano with fellow former Slapstick member Brendan Kelly (guitar and vocals) (currently in The Lawrence Arms) and expands the family to Neil Hennessy on drums, (also in The Lawrence Arms). Todd Mohney, former member of Rise Against, played guitar on the first EP but could not attend the recording session for the band's first full length Unicornography, and his spot was temporarily filled in by Kelly and Hennessy.

In 2006, the band's website announced that Matt had started a side-project called "Heavens" with Josiah Steinbrick, previously of F-Minus. Their debut album, Patent Pending was released on Epitaph records.

To view bands/members that are related to Alkaline Trio, spanning back to the Slapstick days, go here.

Heather Hannoura is an artist by trade, best known for her work on Alkaline Trio's merchandise.

Hannoura has been close friends with Alkaline Trio for many years. Hannoura is regularly on tour with Alkaline Trio working at their merchandise table. The artwork Hannoura uses for Alkaline Trio's merchandise is similar to the fine art work of hers - which combines painting, collage, and photography. Her work is themed around classical subjects with a twist of dark humor.

Hannoura is the woman who speaks the last verse of the song "Sadie" from Crimson. Matt Skiba has also written a song about her that was released on the debut album Patent Pending by Skiba's side project Heavens.

Apart from her work for Alkaline Trio, Hannoura has also been part of several solo and group art exhibitions and has designed merchandise and album art for several other bands.

Album Cover	Year	Title	Label	Format	US Chart	UK Chart
	October 13, 1998	Goddamnit	Asian Man Records	CD	DNC	DNC
	March 24, 2000	Maybe I'll Catch Fire	Asian Man Records	CD	DNC	DNC
	April 18, 2000	Alkaline Trio	Asian Man Records	CD	DNC	DNC
	April 3, 2001	From Here to Infirmary	Vagrant Records	CD	#199	#95
	May 13, 2003	Good Mourning	Vagrant Records	CD	#24	#32
	May 24, 2005	Crimson	Vagrant Records	CD	#25	#34
	January 30, 2007	Remains	Vagrant Records	CD/DVD	Collection of b-sides and rare tracks.	#67

Album Cover	Year	Title	Label	Format	Other information
	1996	Demo Tape	Self Released	Cassette
	1997	Sundials	Johann's Face Records	7"
	May, 1998	For Your Lungs Only	Asian Man Records	CD
	June 25, 1999	I Lied My Face Off	Asian Man Records	CD
	March 31, 2001	Hell Yes	Lookout! Records	7"
	October 31, 2002	Halloween 7"	Asian Man Records	7"	Features two Misfits covers.
	January 1, 2007	New Years Eve 7"	Self Released	MySpace Downloads / 7"	Tracks could be downloaded off the bands MySpace page.
	February 14, 2007	Scraps	Self Released	Online Download

Album Cover	Year	Title	Label	Format	Other information
	January 18, 2000	Blue Meanies/Alkaline Trio Split 7"	Thick Records	LP
	January 22, 2002	Alkaline Trio/Hot Water Music Split CD	Jade Tree Records	EP
	April 20, 2004	Alkaline Trio/One Man Army Split CD	BYO Records	EP

Year	Album	Label	Song(s)
1997	"Marc's A Dick And Gar's A Drunk: The Johann's Face Story"	Johann's Face Records	"'97"
1998	"Mailorder is Fun!"	Asian Man Records	"For Your Lungs Only"
1999	"Mailorder is Still Fun!"	Asian Man Records	"Cringe"
1999	"Anti-Racist Action"	Asian Man Records	"Cooking Wine"
1999	"Cinema Beer Belly"	Hopeless Records	"Goodbye Forever"
2000	"Plea for Peace"	Asian Man Records	"Tuck Me In"
2000	"Another Year on the Streets"	Vagrant Records	"Crawl" Demo, "Bloodied Up" Demo
2001	"Living Tomorrow Today: A Benefit for Ty Cambria"	Asian Man Records	"Dead End Road"
2001	"Another Year on the Streets, Vol. 2"	Vagrant Records	"The Metro" (Berlin cover)
2001	"Plea for Peace/Take Action"	Asian Man Records	"My Standard Break From Life"
2002	"Mailorder for the Masses"	Asian Man Records	"As You Were"
2002	"Atticus: Dragging the Lake Vol. 1"	Side One Dummy Records	"Jaked on Green Beers"
2003	"Atticus: Dragging the Lake Vol. 2"	Side One Dummy Records	"Crawl (live)"
2003	"The Rocky Horror Punk Rock Show"	Springman Records	"Over At The Frankenstein Place" (Rocky Horror Picture Show cover)
2003	"Oil: Chicago Punk Refined"	Thick Records	"Old School Reasons"
2003	"Tony Hawk's Underground"	Vagrant Records	"Armageddon"
2004	"Rock Against Bush, Vol. 1"	Fat Wreck Chords	"Warbrain"
2004	"Another Year on the Streets, Vol. 3"	Vagrant Records	"Heaven" (The Psychedelic Furs cover)
2004	"Cursed Original Soundtrack"	Image Records	"Fine Without You (Carmen Rizzo Remix)"
2005	Masters of Horror	Immortal Records	"We Can Never Break Up"
2005	Tony Hawk's American Wasteland	Vagrant Records	"Wash Away" (T.S.O.L. cover)
2005	Underworld: Evolution soundtrack	Lakeshore	"Burn" (Alleged Remix)
2005	The Suicide Girls - Black Heart Retrospective	Epitaph	"Lucretia My Reflection" (The Sisters of Mercy cover)
2007	Warped Tour 2007 Compilation	SideOneDummy Records	"Fire Down Below"

Year	Title	Label
2001	"10 Minutes to Ogikubu Station DVD"	Asian Man Records
2001	"Cinema Beer Belly DVD"	Hopeless Records
2002	"Another Year on the Screen DVD"	Vagrant Records
2002	"Warped Tour Live DVD"	Side One Dummy Records
2003	"Halloween at the Metro DVD"	Kung Fu Records
2007	"The Remains of 2005/2006"	Vagrant Records

Year	Title	Chart positions				Album
		US Hot 100	US Modern Rock	US Mainstream Rock	UK Singles Chart
2001	"Stupid Kid"	-	-	-	53	From Here to Infirmary
2001	"Private Eye"	-	-	-	51	From Here to Infirmary
2003	"We've Had Enough"	-	38	-	50	Good Mourning
2003	"All on Black"	-	-	-	60	Good Mourning
2005	"Time To Waste"	-	40	-	18	Crimson
2005	"Mercy Me"	-	-	-	29	Crimson
2006	"Burn"	-	-	-	40	Crimson
2007	"Hell Yes"	-	-	-	-	Remains

Year	Title	Album
2000	"Goodbye Forever"	Alkaline Trio
2002	"Private Eye"	From Here to Infirmary
2002	"Stupid Kid"	From Here to Infirmary
2003	"We've Had Enough"	Good Mourning
2005	"Time To Waste"	Crimson
2005	"Mercy Me"	Crimson
2006	"Burn"	Crimson
2007	"Warbrain"	Remains

• Slapstick Family Tree
• Heavens
• The Falcon

• Alkaline Trio Official Page (Flash plug-in required)
• AlkalineTrio.org - Unofficial Alkaline Trio Fan Site
• Interview With Derek Grant
• Alkaline Trio on PureVolume.com
• Alkaline Trio on Myspace
• The Blood-Pact - The official Alkaline Trio Fan Club
• The Story Of Alkaline Trio
• Alkaline Trio at Rolling Stone

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Matt Skiba | Dan Andriano | Derek Grant
Rob Doran | Glenn Porter | Mike Felumlee
Alkaline Trio Discography
Albums: Goddamnit | Maybe I'll Catch Fire | Alkaline Trio | From Here to Infirmary | Good Mourning | Crimson | Remains
EP/LPs: Demo Tape | Sundials | For Your Lungs Only | I Lied My Face Off | Hell Yes | Halloween 7"
Splits: Blue Meanies/Alkaline Trio Split 7" | Split CD | BYO Split Series, Vol. 5
Singles: "Stupid Kid" | "Private Eye" | "We've Had Enough" | "All on Black" | "Time to Waste" | "Mercy Me" | "Burn" | "Hell Yes"
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Heavens | Slapstick Family Tree | Vagrant Records | Asian Man Records | V2 Records