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{{Infobox OHMS musical group
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| label        = Homestead Records; St. Valentine Records
| label        = Homestead Records; St. Valentine Records
| members      = Chuck Wagner (guitar); Brian McCafferty (bass); Dave Swanson (drums)
| members      = Chuck Wagner (guitar); Brian McCafferty (bass); Dave Swanson (drums)
| associated_acts = Beatnik Termites; Cobra Verde; New Salem Witch Hunters; Guided by Voices
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{{OhioArtistVerified}}
{{OhioArtistVerified}}
'''The Reactions''' were a Cleveland, Ohio garage rock, jangle pop, and power pop trio active in the mid-1980s. The band released one full-length album on Homestead Records and a series of singles through the Cleveland imprint St. Valentine Records.
 
'''The Reactions''' were a Cleveland, Ohio garage rock, jangle pop, and power pop trio active in the mid-1980s. The band released one mini-album on Homestead Records and two 7-inch singles on the Cleveland label St. Valentine Records, gaining attention in underground press for their guitar-driven, Byrds-influenced sound.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://wilfullyobscure.blogspot.com/2009/05/reactions-cracked-marbles-ep-1986.html|title=The Reactions – ''Cracked Marbles'' ep (1986, Homestead)|website=Wilfully Obscure|date=2009-05-02|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://monocledalchemist.com/2024/05/20/best-garage-revival-singles/|title=Best Garage Revival Singles|website=The Monocled Alchemist|date=2024-05-20|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref>


== History ==
== History ==
The Reactions formed in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1983, consisting of guitarist Chuck Wagner, bassist Brian McCafferty, and drummer Dave Swanson. The group became associated with the city’s independent rock circuit and performed throughout the local club scene during the early to mid-1980s.
The Reactions formed in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1983 with guitarist [[Chuck Wagner]], bassist [[Brian McCafferty]], and drummer [[Dave Swanson]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://bandtoband.com/album/the-reactions/cracked-marbles|title=The Reactions – ''Cracked Marbles''|website=BandToBand.com|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref> The trio became part of the city’s independent rock circuit, playing garage- and power pop–oriented material at local clubs.
 
In 1985 the band released its debut single, ''Tomorrow's Time Today / Blue Beyond'', on the Cleveland imprint St. Valentine Records.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.discogs.com/release/2479448-The-Reactions-Tomorrows-Time-Today-Blue-Beyond|title=The Reactions – ''Tomorrow's Time Today / Blue Beyond''|website=Discogs|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref> The record drew favorable notice in ''Maximum Rocknroll'', which highlighted the jangle-influenced guitars and rough garage production.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.maximumrocknroll.com/review/mrr-31/tomorrows-time-today-blue-beyond-7/|title=The Reactions – ''Tomorrow’s Time Today / Blue Beyond'' 7″|website=Maximum Rocknroll|date=1985-12-01|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref>
 
A follow-up single, ''I Want You / Frenzied'', again appeared on St. Valentine in 1986.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.discogs.com/release/2479460-The-Reactions-I-Want-You-Frenzied|title=The Reactions – ''I Want You / Frenzied''|website=Discogs|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref> ''Maximum Rocknroll'' described the A-side as folk-rock leaning but praised the surf- and garage-styled B-side “Frenzied.”<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.maximumrocknroll.com/review/mrr-41/i-want-you-frenzied-7/|title=The Reactions – ''I Want You / Frenzied'' 7″|website=Maximum Rocknroll|date=1986-10-01|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref>
 
Later in 1986, Homestead Records issued the six-song mini-album ''Cracked Marbles'', which compiled new material alongside “I Want You.”<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.discogs.com/release/2286575-The-Reactions-Cracked-Marbles|title=The Reactions – ''Cracked Marbles''|website=Discogs|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref> Contemporary and retrospective reviews compared the band’s sound to acts such as the Feelies and the Smithereens, emphasizing its guitar-driven arrangements and melodic sensibilities.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://wilfullyobscure.blogspot.com/2009/05/reactions-cracked-marbles-ep-1986.html|title=The Reactions – ''Cracked Marbles'' ep (1986, Homestead)|website=Wilfully Obscure|date=2009-05-02|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref> The group disbanded not long after the album’s release.


In 1985 the band released its debut single, issued by St. Valentine Records, followed by an additional single the following year. Their only studio album, '''''Cracked Marbles'''''—released by Homestead Records in 1986—captured their blend of garage-influenced guitar work, melodic jangle textures, and power pop structure. After the album’s release and regional activity, the group disbanded later in 1986.
Following the breakup, members went on to other projects: McCafferty later appeared in Beatnik Termites, while Swanson performed with bands including Cobra Verde, New Salem Witch Hunters, and Guided by Voices.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://bandtoband.com/album/the-reactions/cracked-marbles|title=The Reactions – ''Cracked Marbles''|website=BandToBand.com|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.discogs.com/artist/384447-Dave-Swanson|title=Dave Swanson – Credits|website=Discogs|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref>


== Members / Projects ==
== Members ==
* '''Chuck Wagner''' – guitar
* [[Chuck Wagner]] – guitar, vocals<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.discogs.com/artist/323886-The-Reactions|title=The Reactions – Discography and Credits|website=Discogs|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref>
* '''Brian McCafferty''' – bass
* [[Brian McCafferty]] – bass, vocals<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.discogs.com/artist/323886-The-Reactions|title=The Reactions – Discography and Credits|website=Discogs|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref>
* '''Dave Swanson''' – drums
* [[Dave Swanson]] – drums<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.discogs.com/artist/323886-The-Reactions|title=The Reactions – Discography and Credits|website=Discogs|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref>


== Discography ==
== Discography ==


=== Albums ===
=== Albums ===
* '''''Cracked Marbles''''' (1986, Homestead Records)
* ''[[Cracked Marbles]]'' (1986, Homestead Records)<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.discogs.com/release/2286575-The-Reactions-Cracked-Marbles|title=The Reactions – ''Cracked Marbles''|website=Discogs|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref>


=== Singles ===
=== Singles ===
* “''Tomorrow’s Time Today'' / ''Blue Beyond''” (1985, St. Valentine Records)
* ''[[Tomorrow's Time Today / Blue Beyond]]'' (1985, St. Valentine Records)<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.discogs.com/release/2479448-The-Reactions-Tomorrows-Time-Today-Blue-Beyond|title=The Reactions – ''Tomorrow's Time Today / Blue Beyond''|website=Discogs|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.maximumrocknroll.com/review/mrr-31/tomorrows-time-today-blue-beyond-7/|title=The Reactions – ''Tomorrow’s Time Today / Blue Beyond'' 7″|website=Maximum Rocknroll|date=1985-12-01|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref>
* “''I Want You'' / ''Frenzied''” (1986, St. Valentine Records)
* ''I Want You / Frenzied'' (1986, St. Valentine Records)<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.discogs.com/release/2479460-The-Reactions-I-Want-You-Frenzied|title=The Reactions – ''I Want You / Frenzied''|website=Discogs|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.maximumrocknroll.com/review/mrr-41/i-want-you-frenzied-7/|title=The Reactions – ''I Want You / Frenzied'' 7″|website=Maximum Rocknroll|date=1986-10-01|access-date=2025-12-07}}</ref>


== External links ==
== External links ==
* [https://www.discogs.com/artist/551739-The-Reactions-2 The Reactions at Discogs]
* [https://www.discogs.com/artist/323886-The-Reactions The Reactions at Discogs]
* [https://wilfullyobscure.blogspot.com/2009/05/reactions-cracked-marbles-ep-1986.html ''Cracked Marbles'' feature at Wilfully Obscure]
* [https://www.maximumrocknroll.com/review/mrr-31/tomorrows-time-today-blue-beyond-7/ ''Tomorrow’s Time Today / Blue Beyond'' review at Maximum Rocknroll]
* [https://www.maximumrocknroll.com/review/mrr-41/i-want-you-frenzied-7/ ''I Want You / Frenzied'' review at Maximum Rocknroll]


== References ==
== References ==
{{Reflist}}
{{Reflist}}


[[Category:Musical groups from Ohio]]
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[[Category:Musical groups from Cleveland, Ohio]]
[[Category:Verified musical groups from Ohio]]
[[Category:Verified musical groups from Cleveland, Ohio]]
[[Category:Garage rock groups]]
[[Category:Garage rock groups]]
[[Category:Jangle pop groups]]
[[Category:Jangle pop groups]]
[[Category:American power pop groups]]
[[Category:American power pop groups]]

Latest revision as of 05:40, 4 April 2026


The Reactions

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Origin Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.
Genres Garage rock; jangle pop; power pop
Years active 1983–1986
Labels Homestead Records; St. Valentine Records
Members Chuck Wagner (guitar); Brian McCafferty (bass); Dave Swanson (drums)
Associated acts Beatnik Termites; Cobra Verde; New Salem Witch Hunters; Guided by Voices
Website

★ Ohio Artist Verified ★
This artist has been verified as part of the Ohio music scene by the OHMS Archive Foundation.

The Reactions were a Cleveland, Ohio garage rock, jangle pop, and power pop trio active in the mid-1980s. The band released one mini-album on Homestead Records and two 7-inch singles on the Cleveland label St. Valentine Records, gaining attention in underground press for their guitar-driven, Byrds-influenced sound.<ref> The Reactions – Cracked Marbles ep (1986, Homestead), Wilfully Obscure. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref><ref> Best Garage Revival Singles, The Monocled Alchemist. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref>

History

The Reactions formed in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1983 with guitarist Chuck Wagner, bassist Brian McCafferty, and drummer Dave Swanson.<ref> The Reactions – Cracked Marbles, BandToBand.com. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref> The trio became part of the city’s independent rock circuit, playing garage- and power pop–oriented material at local clubs.

In 1985 the band released its debut single, Tomorrow's Time Today / Blue Beyond, on the Cleveland imprint St. Valentine Records.<ref> The Reactions – Tomorrow's Time Today / Blue Beyond, Discogs. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref> The record drew favorable notice in Maximum Rocknroll, which highlighted the jangle-influenced guitars and rough garage production.<ref> The Reactions – Tomorrow’s Time Today / Blue Beyond 7″, Maximum Rocknroll. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref>

A follow-up single, I Want You / Frenzied, again appeared on St. Valentine in 1986.<ref> The Reactions – I Want You / Frenzied, Discogs. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref> Maximum Rocknroll described the A-side as folk-rock leaning but praised the surf- and garage-styled B-side “Frenzied.”<ref> The Reactions – I Want You / Frenzied 7″, Maximum Rocknroll. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref>

Later in 1986, Homestead Records issued the six-song mini-album Cracked Marbles, which compiled new material alongside “I Want You.”<ref> The Reactions – Cracked Marbles, Discogs. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref> Contemporary and retrospective reviews compared the band’s sound to acts such as the Feelies and the Smithereens, emphasizing its guitar-driven arrangements and melodic sensibilities.<ref> The Reactions – Cracked Marbles ep (1986, Homestead), Wilfully Obscure. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref> The group disbanded not long after the album’s release.

Following the breakup, members went on to other projects: McCafferty later appeared in Beatnik Termites, while Swanson performed with bands including Cobra Verde, New Salem Witch Hunters, and Guided by Voices.<ref> The Reactions – Cracked Marbles, BandToBand.com. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref><ref> Dave Swanson – Credits, Discogs. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref>

Members

The Reactions – Discography and Credits, Discogs. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref>

The Reactions – Discography and Credits, Discogs. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref>

The Reactions – Discography and Credits, Discogs. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref>

Discography

Albums

The Reactions – Cracked Marbles, Discogs. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref>

Singles

The Reactions – Tomorrow's Time Today / Blue Beyond, Discogs. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref><ref> The Reactions – Tomorrow’s Time Today / Blue Beyond 7″, Maximum Rocknroll. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref>

  • I Want You / Frenzied (1986, St. Valentine Records)<ref>

The Reactions – I Want You / Frenzied, Discogs. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref><ref> The Reactions – I Want You / Frenzied 7″, Maximum Rocknroll. Retrieved 2025-12-07.

</ref>

References

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