Bio

SMFC is the solo work of Chicago punk scene veteran, Steev Custer (My Big Beautiful, Death and Memphis, Space Age Zeros as well as a fill in stint with Naked Raygun.) Along with bassist Eric Legner (Raging Causuals,) Drummer Matt George (Irresponsible,) and lead guitarist Tom Spielman (I Love Rich, Shallowdive and Space Age Zeroes,) the band has spent the last year playing The Forge (2X,) Blue Island Beer Company, Siren Records, Liars Club and a host of others.

SMFC began as a solo acoustic project, and has developed into a full band that incapsulates the Midwest rock sound, drawing inspiration from Americana, Folk Punk, Punk Rock and tried and true Rock and Roll. The band has just completed their first full length album of original compositions, entitled Unadulterated, due out in the spring of 2026 and their debut e.p. The First Four Songs is available now courtesy of Critical Mass Music.

The band believes in scheduling performances in such a way that makes each appearance as an event for their strong and loyal following without oversaturing the local market. With sing along enthusiasm and crowd engagement, SMFC bring a fresh and invigorating energy to their live performances.