Paper Cardinal
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2024 - PresentAbout
Paper Cardinal is a four-piece band from Chicago that blends metal, punk, post-metal, and progressive metal. Their sound is characterized by a fusion of crushing riffs and atmospheric textures, drawing inspiration from diverse acts such as Loathe, Russian Circles, Avenged Sevenfold, Mastodon, and Blink-182. The group consists of Yousef Dana (vocals/synth), Frankie Silva (guitar/bass), Richie Perez (drums), and Jose Estrada (guitar). After debuting with two singles, the band released their first EP, "Jupiter Run," in September 2025. They have become known for intense live performances in the Chicago underground scene, frequently playing at venues like the Cobra Lounge and The Burlington.