Cracker in Chicago

Cracker is an American alternative-rock band formed in 1990 by singer-guitarist David Lowery and guitarist Johnny Hickman following Camper Van Beethoven’s initial breakup. The band also plays country rock and roots rock: the 1993 album Kerosene Hat contains “Low,” “Get Off This” and “Euro-Trash Girl,” while “Teen Angst (What the World Needs Now)” appeared on its self-titled debut. In 1995, Cracker opened for the Grateful Dead at the latter band’s final concert, held at Soldier Field in Chicago. Cracker and Camper Van Beethoven later established the recurring Campout, which brings both David Lowery-led bands to Pappy & Harriet’s in Pioneertown, California, during the same weekend.