Tar
Tar was a late-80s and 90s punk/indie band out of Chicago. They released a few records on Touch and Go and were quite well-known nationally. Tar morphed out of 80s punk band Blatant Dissent, which featured vocalist John Mohr, drummer Mike Greenless, and bassist Tim Drescher. Blatant Dissent had formed in Dekalb, where the members were attending college. In late 1987, Blatant Dissent had added guitarist Mark Jablocki to the group. The group changed their name to Tar in April 1988 after it had become apparent that the new material they were writing was moving away from the Blatant Dissent sound and they would soon relocate to Chicago (where Mohr and Zablocki were living). Their 1989 EP, "Handsome", would be the first 12" release for the influential Amphetamine Reptile label. In 1990, Tim Drescher would depart the band and be replaced by Tom Zaluckyj. Tom Zaluckyj and John Mohr would be known for playing custom made aluminum guitars. In 1992, Tar made the switch from Amphetamine Reptile to Touch and Go Records. In 1995, the band released their final album "Over And Out" with the breakup being announced in advance. They played their final show on November 25, 1995 at Lounge Ax where John gave away his guitar after the band finished their set. The band has since reunited periodically for live shows.
Members
- John Mohr - Vocal/Guitar
- Mark Jablocki - Guitar
- Mike Greenless - Drums
- Tim Drescher - Bass (1988-1990)
- Tom Zaluckyj - Bass (1990-1995)