8 Bark

8 Bark was a punk band from Chicago, formed by Douglas Ward following the demise of ID Under. The group existed from 1990 until 1994. 8 Bark's sound was notable for its dual male/female vocals. They released several records on Underdog Records, which Douglas helped run. Following their split, Douglas formed V.Reverse and continues to remain active in the Chicago punk scene. The band has made their records available for free through Bandcamp.

Members

 * Douglas Ward - Guitar/Vocals


 * Steve Sackett - Bass


 * Brian Kozlovsky - Drums


 * Wendy Means - Vocals (1990-1991)


 * Cindy Hardcore - Vocals (1991)


 * Kelly Sullivan - Vocals (1991-1992)


 * Victoria Dakarian - Vocals/Percussion (1992-1994)

Releases

 * Twelve 7" EP (Underdog Records, 1990)


 * The Big Wheel 7" EP (Underdog Records, 1991)


 * Structurally Sound LP/CD (Underdog Records, 1992) - CD includes The Big Wheel EP


 * Scam LP/CD (Underdog Records, 1994)

Appearances

 * "Perpetual Scowl" on '''Atchung Chicago! Zwei! LP/CD compilation (Underdog Records, 1993)


 * "Breathe" on Picking More Daisies double 7" compilation (Further Beyond Records, 1993)


 * "I Don't Care" & "Mark 1:18" on How The Midwest Was Won double 7" compilation (Subfusc/Kiss Of Winter, 1993)


 * "Give Up" on Punk USA LP/CD compilation (Lookout! Records, 1994)


 * "I Command" on 400 Day Headache LP compilation (Unite & Fight Records)