The Missouri Compromise is an independent rock band from Chicago. Formed in November 2000, The Missouri Compromise includes (l-r) Rob Soller (drums), David Vlasits (guitar and vocals), Dan Schiller (guitar, keyboards and vocals), and Ryan Rezvani (bass).

The Missouri Compromise has recorded a wonderful debut album titled "Creation of Maine". Recorded by Greg Norman in Chicago IL, "Creation of Maine" is an inspiring record - a quiet, uplifting triumph. Drawing on all the right influences (Built to Spill, The Pixies, Pavement, Modest Mouse), but always their own men, The Missouri Compromise crafts tender mini-epics that blend post-punk spaciousness, cinematic scope, and a master's command of the Deconstructed Pop Song. A live, ambient record with lush electronic flourishes, "Creation of Maine" is modest and intelligent, tough and beautiful.

It is affecting. It will make you have feelings.