The Special Cup

The Special Cup (2003-2005) epitimized the power-pop movement of the post-9/11 era in rural southern Indiana.  Rising from the ashes of a defunct prog-jazz ensemble known as Mojo Filter, The Special Cup’s meteoric rise from humble beginnings in a dank basement on the south side of Bloomingtom to clubs spanning a 45 mile stretch of Highway 37 was remarkable.  Fueled by the success of their debut single “All On Me,”  the group headlined such prestigious venues as Uncle Fester’s (Bloomington, IN) and the Northside Knights of Columbus (Indianapolis, IN).  Folklore remains a large part of The Special Cup’s place in rock history.  The legendary account of the night the band agreed to play for a keg rather than cash will live on for generations.  Perhaps the shining moment in the band’s breif existence was the ‘Hearts to Hearts’ benefit concert in the Spring of 2005 which raised money for a great cause.  The band shared the bill with ’The Dad Band’ at the event, and managed to offend the majority of attendees with their raunchy approach and offensive stage-antics.  In fact, the head of the Northside Knighs of Columbus, which hosted the event, was overheard saying “get those ass-holes off my stage!”  Perhaps fittingly, this was the band’s final live performance.  Their legacy will forever be cemented in the vaults of rock delusions.