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Frontier Ruckus returns to their Michigan roots in 'Sitcom Afterlife'

Frontier Ruckus
Sean Cook
Frontier Ruckus
Frontier Ruckus
Credit Sean Cook
Frontier Ruckus

Michigan's own Frontier Ruckushave made their mark in the re-emergent folk-rock world that has allowed them to tour nationally and internationally.

Today the band releases its newest album - Sitcom Afterlife.

Emily Fox talked to band members Zach Nichols and Matthew Milia about some of their favorite moments of their musical career. Recent highlights include playing festivals such as Lollapalooza and Bonnaroo, along with touring Europe six times. 

Frontier Ruckus' sound has changed over the years. Their earlier albums had an intimate, raw, acoustic sound. Their latest album sounds more produced and throws in some electronic instrumentation. Their roots still show though, often with lyrics and references that invoke nostalgic imagery of growing up in Michigan.

*Listen to our conversation with Frontier Ruckus above.

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Emily is a reporter and producer for Stateside and fill-in host for Morning Edition and All Things Considered.