Citizens on Patrol was a cover band that changed its name almost every time its lineup changed. Before we were COP—a Police Academy 4 reference—we were called “Sandpiper Air” (with lead singer and guitarist Dave Wiemer).
The band still exists today as Annie and the Orphans.
Music video produced for Niteskool by Claire Arctander and Erin Jones, and directed by Nate Deyoung and Peter Galassi, who were awarded a grant from Northwestern University. Filmed April 16-18, 2005 in Chicago’s warehouse district. Music, lyrics, and bass guitar by Will Butler; vox Jenn Frank; guitar Eric Tal; drums Dr. Alex Thomas; synth/keytar Dr. Adam Yanke. Additional lyrics by “banager” Mark Bowden. Recorded by Roger at 3pear.
