The Complex

What a fun weeknight at The Vine. Whether you joined us for dinner with friends and family, a birthday celebration, or even a first date, we hope we helped make the evening a little more memorable.

Some of our favorite shows over the years have been at The Vine, and we’re excited to be part of their 20th Anniversary celebration this September with a full band performance.

Next up, we’ll be back at Niko’s in Woodstock this Sunday starting at 2 PM. This will be a full band show. There’s something special about live music on an outdoor stage on a beautiful afternoon. We’d love to see you there.

Join Jake and Brendan on the patio at The Vine - Grayslake, IL this Wednesday June 17 from 6:00-9:00pm!

While we predominantly perform cover songs, our creative drive pushes us to collaborate on writing, recording, and releasing original music. This might be likened to scratching an itch or pursuing a personal passion project. Regardless of its nature, we're excited to share our new music with our fans. In the coming days, we'll be discussing one of our songs in detail and inviting your feedback. Our latest release, Neighbors Gather Round, is available across all streaming platforms, listed under 'The Henkel Complex' for legal purposes.
Let's talk about 'The Storm'. 'The Storm' is a song with a mid-tempo rhythm that navigates through building pressure and quiet desperation, backed by a relentless drumbeat reminiscent of a train in motion and the rich tones of a 12-string guitar. The song's lyrics describe a storm on the horizon, symbolizing both man-made and natural disasters, where celebration and chaos coexist. The track is moody, reflective, and uneasy, focusing on the theme of ignored warnings leading to a point of no return.