Spike & The Sweet Spots – Strange Breed

Spike and the Sweet Spots stand out in an era where rock ‘n’ roll vocals are often drowned in reverb, making lyrics nearly indecipherable. Led by songwriter Spencer “Spike” Johnson, the band prioritizes strong songwriting and meaningful lyrics, drawing inspiration from legends like Bob Dylan, Lou Reed, and more recent acts like The Dutchess and the Duke. Their debut album, *Strange Breed*, is a testament to their thoughtful, heartfelt, and well-crafted approach.

Spike, known for his work with Chicago’s party rockers The Yolks, formed this project to showcase songs that didn’t fit The Yolks’ high-energy sound but were too good to be shelved. Like Greg Cartwright (The Oblivians to Reigning Sound) or Jesse Lortz (The Fe Fi Fo Fums to The Dutchess and the Duke), Spike has transitioned from garage punk to folk rock while maintaining a rock ‘n’ roll spirit.

For years, Chicago kept this band a hidden gem, but with this debut LP, the secret is out—Spike and the Sweet Spots are incredible. Get the album, open your heart, and let the love flow!