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Chad Carrier Releases Fourth Solo Acoustic Album
The Multi-Award Winning Singer * Musician * Songwriter New Solo release "OH YEAH!" is now available
For over a decade, Chad Carrier fronted SoCal’s Big Mess, a popular punk-tinged rock & roll outfit that toured the western states throughout the year. Chad was also a founding member of Easter, the popular 80’s post punk band who had a #1 hit on The World Famous KROQ and three videos on MTV. Currently, Chad is recording and touring as a solo artist, releasing his 4th solo album, "Oh Yeah," in May of 2023. He is also a touring member of the popular punk outfit Green Jelly ( their single Three Little Pigs was a huge hit on MTV) and tours with his solo live project, Chad & the Ship of Fools.
Chad has also been a member of other notable bands including Lovedog and The Black Eyed Susans. He co-wrote “Pop,” the Academy Award nominated song from the film “White Irish Drinkers” a member of the Irish folk band The Shillaly Brothers.
Chad’s solo acoustic performances feature many of his original songs from a wealthy catalog built up over a career that spans more than three decade as well as a handful of carefully chosen cover songs ranging from Bob Dylan to Suicidal Tendencies, from Johnny Cash to The Cramps, Iggy Pop and beyond!
Live Dates and Radio Appearances
🎸💀 SPECIAL GUEST LIVE PERFORMANCE — FIRST THURSDAY! 💀🎸 BeatzandStringz The People’s Voice proudly presents a special night of live music at the Downtown San Pedro First Thursday Art Walk! 🎤 CHAD CARRIER — ACOUSTIC SET Experience Chad Carrier live with a special acoustic performance. 🏴☠️ CHAD AND THE SHIP OF FOOLS — LIVE BAND PERFORMANCE Get ready for the full band experience and an unforgettable night of live music! 📅 Thursday, October 1, 2026 ⏰ 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM 📍 Downtown San Pedro Art Walk 454 W 6th St, San Pedro, CA 90731 🌐 Learn more about Chad Carrier and the band: chadcarrieracoustic.com Come enjoy the music, support independent artists, meet people in the community, and experience First Thursday in San Pedro! 🎶 ACOUSTIC SET • LIVE BAND • LIVE MUSIC • COMMUNITY Bring your friends and share this post with someone who loves live music!
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