Casey The Icon is a Chicago-based comedian in his “tell the truth and see what happens” era. He jokes about fatherhood, pressure, money, and the emotional gymnastics of trying to stay optimistic when life keeps testing you. Hilarious, human, and unexpectedly hopeful.
Raised in Chicago, Color. has been writing poetry, rapping, singing and playing instruments since the age of 8. With influences like Andre 3000, Erykah Badu, Notorious BIG, CeeLo Green and more, she aims to bring the same type of creativity with art and music that exudes with a message to express her positive take on love, things she learned while in relationships, and her relatable life experiences to listeners. (S.N.B.JR. Records, LLC)
Ari, The Indigo is a Chicago based rapper from Mexico. Her debut album, “GOLDEN,” talks on the experience of growing up misunderstood from the world and running from toxic realities. “GOLDEN” is what it means to feel invincible at a young age. Ari, The Indigo creates to express the beauty in young kids, the “Indigos”, finding their passions and place in the world.
Tayva, the vocalist, song-writer, & performer from West Michigan, is an emerging star with a deep passion for music and live performance. With many musical influences including Beyoncé, Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Prince, & more, the 21 year old prioritizes true artistic innovation with no short-cuts or gimmicks.
Every song of Tayva’s is written completely by her. In an increasingly machine-like society, she feels keeping the creative process as human as possible, is vital to rebuilding the connection & community people have lost since the dawn of the digital age.
Born and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan, a generally conservative area, Tayva felt confined in the box that others had seemingly effortlessly slipped into. In anything she did, she couldn’t shake the desire to perform. She performed for the first time at 11 years old at her middle school’s talent show. Unexpectedly receiving a standing ovation, the young singer saw that she just might have what it takes to turn her daydreams to reality.
Her debut EP, “SO, T”, released in March 2026, dives into issues from heartbreak, the battle to self-love, beauty standards, and generational trauma. The project has sounds of R&B, pop, rock, and soul, with lyrics that are punchy and vulnerable.
Her newest single, “Goodnight”, is a sensual track that demands pleasure amid the everyday stresses we all face. Needing just one good-night to make the trials & tribulations worthwhile.
Catsclaw is a Nebraska-based metalcore band fusing thall grooves, industrial textures, and melodic hooks. With cornfed grit and sharp songwriting, they bring heavy music into new territory.
Formed in Los Angeles in 2009, Volumes blend progressive metalcore, djent, and melodic post-hardcore into a sound that’s both crushing and atmospheric. Known for dual vocal dynamics, groove-heavy riffs, and emotionally charged songwriting, the band broke out with their debut album Via and have remained a staple in the modern heavy music scene through releases like No Sleep, Happier?., and their newest album Mirror Touch.
I make music for the broken. You are not alone. GREYISHERE.
Waine Ghazi, a producer and engineer from Chicago, is celebrated for creating immersive worlds through sound and vision. Drawing from the legacy of hip-hop greats, Waine produces and engineers every track himself, crafting music that’s both authentic and boundary-pushing. Expanding into R&B and free music, Waine’s work carries powerful messages of self-discovery and finding oneself, while championing inclusivity and self-love in safe spaces for Black and Brown communities.
@young.in__ & @fydelemusic
Chicago artist, MVTE is known for her one-of-a-kind voice, effortless flow and poignant, relatable lyrics. Her music is a rich, diverse mosaic spanning sonic landscapes from jazz influenced slow burners to hard hitting anthems to dance floor favorites. Drawing inspiration from artists like Missy Elliot, Lauryn Hill, Anderson .Paak, and Amil, her music is unique, fun and filled with feeling, transporting the listener into her world.
Since 2023, MVTE has been consistently performing and releasing new music including singles, music videos and an EP titled Mama’s House. She has graced the stage at iconic Chicago venues including The Promontory, House of Blues and Reggie’s Rock Club as well as festivals like Pride Parade and Market Days. MVTE’s starpower continues to grow with every release and performance, making her one of music’s most exciting and unique voices.
Right here!
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bring me dat (ft. femdot.)
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22 year old Chicago based producer, singer, and songwriter with an electrifying ethereal-like sound moving between the realms of triphop, electroclash, synthpop, and more .
$IC•PARVIS•MAGNA• Based & Created in Chicago, $.I. is a music collective with footprints already set in the Underground Chicago Music Scene #WarReady🪖
Kamyah Williams (known professionally as Xella Red) born June 29, 2006, is an American recording artist and producer born in Chicago, Illinois. At 12, she began releasing music after recording with her family members (who were also prominent artists).
OkDEAZY is a 22-year-old rising underground rapper and producer from the North Side of Chicago, Illinois, known for his authentic, storytelling-driven sound within the city’s music scene. Active since 2020, he has garnered attention for his melodic, high-impact deliveries.
Originating in Chicago by way of Nashville, through D.C., and back to their Chicago home, The Watch’s music takes pages from artists as diverse as Eurythmics and Peter Gabriel to present an epic, powerful sound with a profoundly universal message.
Prepare to be submerged in frequencies and experience a notion of nostalgia as we bring an orchestral dream with soaring guitar melodies, operatic vocals, and innovative percussion.
We will rock you to the center of your soul..
Chicago Punk/Alt Rock
Hill Country Prog Duo
Lee Cleaveland & The Lefthand Band is an upbeat, fun, and energetic indie rock band from Detroit, MI. Born missing his left hand below the elbow, Lee uses a small thumb at the end of his stump as a guitar pick. When he’s not playing guitar, this rock n roll cyborg wears a state of the art mind controlled bionic hand which the band flaunts in the comical music video for their blistering garage rock anthem “Cyborg Man”, off of their 2022 debut LP “Tech Support”. This 6 piece, high energy act wields guitars, keys, saxophone, bass and drums in their quest to blend garage rock, surf pop, alt-country, punk, and more into an eclectic yet cohesive signature sound.
Through sweat, blood, and tears, this retro-futurist outfit play every show like it’s their last, often demonstrated by the nub blood Lee wears as a trophy on his guitars and his willingness to sacrifice what part of a left arm he has left for the love of the game.
Rigometrics (Portland, Maine) is making serious waves in the Northeast music scene with a dynamic, high-energy sound that blends the soul of classic rock with the grit of funk and blues, the hooks of indie, and the urgency of modern alternative. Their music fuses Josef Berger’s searing guitar work, Derek Haney’s hard-hitting, groove-driven drums, and Keenan Hendricks’ soaring vocals and swaggering piano, which doubles as the bass in their live setup: creating a genre-blurring style that feels both timeless and fresh. The result is a live experience and growing catalog that consistently draws in diverse audiences and fuels an ever-expanding, loyal fan base.
Formed in late 2021, the three-piece has toured all over the East Coast and South, sold out 300-cap venues, headlined major shows in Maine, and played over 450 shows. Their catalog now includes 2026’s album The Rigossance Era, 2025’s Live in Maine II and singles Can’t Catch Up, Couldn’t Tell Ya, Hands, Mr. Shove, Hope You Know, and Ghost of Indecision; 2024’s EP Elodie, live album Live in Maine, and singles Endless Road, All My Friends (Live for the Weekend), and No Smoke; 2023’s EP No Time to Waste and single Share the Fortune; and their 2022 debut album Rig N’ Roll. These projects are propelled by their relentless touring schedule and undeniable stage presence ~ backed by years on the road, first in a renovated school bus and now in their dedicated touring van.
To bring these releases to life, Rigometrics has collaborated with top-tier producers Jon Wyman, Matt Perry, and Anthony Gatti, as well as Grammy winners Dave Gutter, Adam Ayan, and ‘Bassy’ Bob Brockmann. Together, they’ve crafted music that elevates Rigometrics’ signature sound while keeping it deeply rooted in the spirit of rock ’n’ roll.
The Smiley Tillmon Band was formed in early 2008 when Smiley Tillmon and Tom Rezetko began playing blues together at local open jam nites throughout the Chicagoland area. After a few weeks, the jams got funkier and the crowds got bigger, which led Smiley and Tom to seek out a band. Smiley likes to mix up the group to achieve a modern and unique style of blues, funk, soul and jazz.
Entertainer, Showman, and profound Guitarist, Smiley Tillmon was born in Jefferson County, Georgia in 1941. After a short while, he relocated and was raised in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida where he started playing R&B and Calypso in 1957. His biggest influences were George Benson and Matt Murphy.
After moving to Chicago, IL in 1959, Smiley decided to make the blues his priority, playing full-time until 1976. During this time, Smiley performed with established artists such as Junior Wells, James Cotton, Zora Young, Lefty Dizz, Sunnyland Slim, Johnny Dollar, Bob Stroger, and helped start the career of Denise LaSalle.
In 1977, the music became Smiley’s 2nd priority, as he raised his family and maintained a full-time job at a Chicago school district until 2007. During this time, he was still playing part-time and working on his chops more than ever.
In 2007, Smiley emerged back on the scene, with the help of Tom Rezetko, to fulfill his calling as a music man and start a blues revival on Chicago’s Southside.
Since his comeback, Smiley has performed with the likes of Lonnie Brooks, Jimmy Johnson, Eddie Clearwater, Twist Turner, Rockin’ Johnny Burgin and countless others. He has graced the stage at venues of all sizes, including Kingston Mines, The Checkerboard Lounge, Chess Records, The Beverly Arts Center, and even Toyota Park.
Now, at the age of 70, Smiley’s passion for music is higher than ever before, constantly learning new playing tactics and teaching future generations of musicians to come.
Keeping true to the true spirit of rhythm and blues, The Smiley Tillmon Band blends Chicago Blues, Stax and funk favorites to keep the party groovin’!
Chicago Death Metal
Cody Zupan- Vocals
Matt Lunsford- Guitars
Justin Luebeck- Drums
Kevin F- Bass
High-octane Thrash Metal outfit from Taylor, Michigan.
Formed in 2021 by current and former members of Plague Years, Euphoria, Two Neck Noose, and We Will Rot.
Vocals / Garett
Guitar / Bubba
Guitar / Jimmy
Bass / Davy
Drums / Adam
DERANGED ADORABLE DEATH METAL DETROIT.
Face ripping, old school Death/Thrash with members of Waking Chaos, Peshmerga and Burned In Effigy!
Wil – guitar, vocals, noise
Addison – bass, vocals
Raye – guitar
Zach – drums
Ignorant, knuckle-dragging, gore-inspired death metal from Austin, Texas. Death File Red are up-and-comers in the Texas death metal scene, playing the Oblivion Access and Wrecking Ball metal festivals, set for the upcoming Austin Death Fest, and gigging consistently around the state. Their debut EP, Inhumanitarian, released this past October.
Super Secret Cult Band performs Lovecraftian doo-wop and retro-tinged pop songs about conspiracies, the apocalypse, existential dread and the occult.
The God Awful Small Affairs play Them-Fatale-Space-Rock:
Queer, fatale, severely honest indie rock ballads one might listen to at the all night diner-cathedral at the end of the universe.
Essex-born folk troubadour Beans on Toast has been charming audiences with his candid songwriting and engaging live performances for nearly two decades. Blending humour, politics, and storytelling, he has built a dedicated fanbase through constant touring, playing festivals across the globe and packing out venues big and small. He releases a new album every year on his birthday, December 1st, adding to a vast and varied discography that celebrates life and the human spirit with raw honesty, warmth, and wit. His legendary live shows are unpredictable and full of heart—where the line between artist and audience disappears, and every gig, whether a heaving festival crowd or an intimate backroom gig, feels like a wild night with an old friend.
Wet Leather plays NWOMRNR (New Wave of Midwestern Rock n Roll). We’re from Chicago, the city. Rusty plays bass and sings. Sleazer riffs and sings. Chains, aka Chainblaster aka Chainbrain is the power-load on the drumkit.
Sababa 5 are a Paris-based band known for their hypnotic blend of Middle Eastern psychedelia, Mediterranean funk, and analog groove. Their sound fuses swirling organs, surf guitars, and irresistible rhythms into a style that feels both nostalgic and forward-looking — rooted in vintage tones, but always evolving.
After gaining global attention with the single “Tokyo Midnight / Nasnusa,” featuring Japanese singer Yurika, the band continued to explore new directions through collaborations and live performances across Europe. Their self-titled debut album and follow-up, Aspan, deepened their signature sound: a rich instrumental fusion of funk, disco, and Eastern melodies.
In recent years, Sababa 5 have expanded their palette through projects with vocalists including Shiran Tzfira, Inbal Nur Dekel, Yurika Hanashima, Canay Doğan, and Sophia Solomon, balancing analog depth with cross-cultural energy.
Known for their captivating live shows, Sababa 5 bring an immersive experience that blends groove, improvisation, and vibrant sonic textures, connecting with audiences across Europe and beyond.
In 2025, they unveiled Nadir, their fourth and most ambitious album to date. Marking a new creative high, Nadir dives deeper into emotion, texture, and groove — the sound of a band unafraid to move forward. This journey continues into early 2026 with the release of their fifth album, Ca Va Ca Va, embracing a celebratory Hafla sound — a Middle Eastern party spirit — fully supported by an extensive European tour.
nobody’s having a good time
Welcome to School of Rock Chicago West, where students learn to rock their worlds. School of Rock Chicago West has the best combination of instructors, instruments, and captivating programs to get your student strumming, drumming, playing, or singing their way to rockstar status.
At School of Rock Chicago West, we believe as much in the power of the band as we do in the thrill of a killer solo act. We bring our kids and the community of Chicago West together to create excellent performers who learn from cool, real life experiences in the world of music. Our performance-based approach amps up our students for serious fun and serious success.
Music in a team-based environment is today’s gateway to education, confidence, fun, friendship, and so much more. Visit School of Rock Chicago West today.
They may be a sibling trio out of Nashville, but there’s nothing country about Band of Silver. Specializing in addictive, arena-ready anthems that blur the lines between vintage rock, 80’s new wave, and modern pop, the breakout three-piece has built a reputation for explosive, electrifying performances that hint at everything from Def Leppard and Madonna to Weezer and Panic! At The Disco. It makes sense, then, that the band traded Music City for LA when it came time to record their upcoming singles, teaming with celebrated producer Mike Green (Paramore, All Time Low) to create a bold, brash sound that’s all their own.
if we’re being honest no one in the band is actually named jake. we’re just as disappointed as you are.
Deathcore Band Hailing from the Chicago-land Area!
A Metalcore band from the South Side of Chicago, driven by a fierce passion for their craft, unleashes a brutal sonic assault with Raw, Aggressive Tones and Crushing Breakdowns that leave a lasting Impact.
low rider core
Born from the shadows of gothic folk and vampiric rock, Jesse’s Girls is a hauntingly immersive four-piece band led by one enigmatic frontman and backed by three darkly ethereal women. Blending melancholic melodies, theatrical storytelling, and seductive gothic aesthetics, the band crafts a sound that feels like a midnight ritual wrapped in velvet and candle smoke.
With influences ranging from classic gothic rock to folk horror and vampiric romance, Jesse’s Girls delivers emotionally charged performances filled with hypnotic harmonies, eerie instrumentation, and cinematic energy. Their live presence pulls audiences into a world of beauty, darkness, and raw passion where every song feels like a spell cast beneath a blood moon.
Formed by Tom Noir in 2017 and from Pensacola, Florida. Tom solidified the path into the genres of Goth, Doom, Rock, and Metal. Drawing from influences such as Type O Negative, The Cure, 80s Hair Metal, Lycia, Danzig, and The Sisters of Mercy in order to create a thundering, deep, and dark resonance found in the naturistic platforms of pain, love, death, and spirituality.
Boomwagon is an original rock trio based in Flossmoor, IL. Their sound officially falls within the broad ‘indie rock’ sub-genre, having garnered independent label interest with the release of Mat’s (vocals, bass, principal song writer) ‘Consolation’ record release. Creative and dynamic, Boomwagon has built their fan base on equal doses of rock power, pretty harmonies, suss chords, and self-deprecating humor.
Mat (vocals, bass) is a writer, player, recordist, engineer, and progressive. Steve (guitar, vocals) is a rock music addict and refugee of Chicago bands White Paste, The Murkins, Sylvia Said, Wad, Jake & The Wranglers, and Consolation. Jim (drums), much more than a trusted time-keeper and fill-generator, uses his skill-drill training as hockey goalie and martial artist to exact the most felicitous timbre from the stroke of each cymbal. In the words of music critic Hester Bings, “The confluence of these fine fellows makes for an entertaining excursion across the lively ocean of rock goodness!”
The tenderness of Tracy Chapman meets the energy of the Gin Blossoms, playing a catalog of original music that gives you the same feeling as popping on early Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers records.
With lyrics centered around self-realization & growth, Bridj Williams’ songs feel touching, familiar and fresh, supported by a tapestry of American roots and indie rock music.
Rock and Roll band hailing from Seattle Washington. Formerly known as LYSOL.
Sara Gossett and Plastic Crimewave create devotional voyages via flute, guitar, sitar, drum machine, drones and other sonics to conjure the kosmische vibe of cosmonauts like Cluster, Yatha Sidhra, Achim Reichel, Amon Duul 1, Ash Ra Tempel, early Kraftwerk.
With a beer in one hand and two in the other, Trash Kickers remind you it’s okay to love rock & roll, punk, and country. Tight but loose, aggressive but melancholy, and somehow drunk but sober – dig in and meet your new favorite boys.
Dorian Williams, professionally known as FearDorian, is a rapper based in Atlanta known for both his production work for other rappers as well as his solo discography. Musicians Williams has produced for include Xaviersobased, D0llywood1 and Na-Kel Smith.
Barbelith is an existentially charged atmospheric black metal band, founded in 2011.
Psychedelic Black Metal
Nihilistic Black Metal
Synthesized Vampyric Black Metal
Northeastern USA
emo screamo since 2017
No Core.
No Breakdowns.
No Triggers.
No Keyboards.
No Clean Singing.
Standard Tuning.
All Mosh.
Hail Baloff.
Fuck Subtlety.
Hail Sabbaoth.
Black.
War.
Thrash.
A Sanguine Overture
Dirt is the second studio album by the American rock band Alice in Chains, released on September 29, 1992, through Columbia Records. Peaking at number six on the Billboard 200, the album was also well received by music critics. It has since been certified four-times platinum by the RIAA and gone on to sell five million copies worldwide, making Dirt the band’s highest selling album to date. It is the band’s last album recorded with all four original members, as bassist Mike Starr was terminated from the band in January 1993.
Vs. (pronounced versus) is the second studio album by American rock band Pearl Jam, released on October 11, 1993 in the United Kingdom and on October 19 in the US. The album, which features a deliberately raw and abrasive sound compared with the band’s previous release, was their first collaboration with producer Brendan O’Brien and their first album to feature drummer Dave Abbruzzese.
Pearl Jam decided to scale back its promotional efforts for Vs., including declining to produce music videos for any of the album’s singles. Upon its release, the album sold 950,378 copies in its first five days on sale, which set the record for most copies of an album sold during its first week since SoundScan began tracking sales data in 1991, a record it held for five years. It occupied the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 chart for five weeks, the longest duration for a Pearl Jam album. Vs. received critical acclaim and has been certified 7× platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for sales of at least seven million copies in the United States
Baby faced white boy
Im just happy to be appreciated
WE GOING ON TOUR
Jack Riedy writes songs about the little things: love, sex, work, and death. Jack and his brilliant backing band the Dealbreakers play fast, funky rock inspired by Prince and Screaming Females, and they released their latest single “My Friends Were Right” in May 2026.
Chicago Electronic Industrial Trio plays songs from “The First and Final Debut Album by the Critically Acclaimed Chicago Industrial Group : Rigid” + more.
Chicago Scum Fuck Psych Freaks
Luciano was born in 1969 into a musical family in rural Iretama, Parana, Brazil’s southern region. From this melodiously rich environment, he learned first how to sing with his mom, Luiza Maria. He further developed his vocal abilities through his maternal grandparents, who performed for local live radio shows and paternal grandparents, who harmonized beautifully. By age 14, he took the violão (acoustic guitar) as a self taught instrument, focusing his repertoire on Brazilian Folk and Bossa Nova (Brazilian Jazz). He continued his pursuit of technical development through the study of classical guitar at the age of 17, attending several guitar symposiums, work shops and master classes under one of Brazil’s most respected professors, Henrique Pinto. Luciano’s music journey next led him to the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) where he received a bachelor’s degree in music performance. While at UMKC full-time, he was invited to join Chicago Samba (a Chicago based Brazilian music group) and commuted weekly between Kansas City and Chicago to make ends meet. After successfully completing his education at UMKC, he relocated to Chicago where he has since established himself as a performing artist. Luciano has collaborated with many great fellow artists: playing acoustic guitar on John Goldman’s ‘For All the People’, vocals on Matt Geraghty’s ‘Mozaic’, arranging/co-producing, and performing on the recent release ‘Samba Mundo’ by St. Louis based Samba Bom, serving as lead vocalist and guitarist with the Evanston Orquestra de Samba which connects classical music with Brazilian rhythms and harmonies, and performing throughout the Chicago Jazz scene as a soloist. Other engagements include opening performances for Caetano Veloso, Vinicius Cantuaria, Virginia Rodrigues, performances for the Chicago Mayor’s Office of Special Events, The Democratic Convention of 2004, Jakarta Internacional Jazz Festival in 2007, Bright Future International Festival in Sochi, Russia in 2013, and several commercial releases throughout the Mid-west. Luciano released two albums of original music “Vida de Arista – An Artist’s Life” in 2011 an album of original music, and “Sem Palavras – Without Words” in 2015. Hi most recent accomplishments include the release of his 3rd album “Luciano Antonio Quintet – Live At Jazz Showcase w/ special guests Breno Sauer and Neusa Sauer” and tours in Italy, China, and Brazil. Luciano also plays classical guitar for weddings, churches, social events and private functions.
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Native American Comedian
Chicago
✰ Fulfilling a high school superlative
✰ Chicago
Minneapolis, MN. bug rock. music for rabbits and rabbit lovers.
chance, justin, elle, benji
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Jack Jones is a 25 year-old Sacramento-raised, Chicago-based singer-songwriter releasing his debut album “Act Natural” — intimate, imagistic songs rooted in everyday life. Built around his instinct for finding the poetic in the ordinary, the record is honest, understated, and entirely his own. Don’t miss him bring it to the stage for his official album release show.
Senite is a first-generation Eritrean American singer, songwriter, and musician born and raised in Uptown, Chicago. She began her musical journey at just three years old through the People’s Music School, where her early training led her to perform alongside The Roots, Umphrey’s McGee, Third Coast Percussion, Dee Alexander, and Smashing Pumpkins. Over the years, she has grown into a powerful live performer, gracing stages such as All State Arena, Metro Chicago, Lincoln Hall, Thalia Hall, Evanston Space, Sleeping Village, and more.
Her dynamic presence has led her to share concert lineups with acclaimed artists including Mereba, Saba, Ravyn Lenae, Tobi Lou, Noga Erez, Jamila Woods, KAINA, TheMind, and more. With her genre-blending sound rooted in R&B, acoustic soul, and hip-hop influences, Senite creates performances that are intimate yet expansive, carrying both raw emotion and a deep sense of community.
Her breakout came with the viral success of Medicated on TikTok, propelling her into the spotlight as one of Chicago’s most exciting independent artists. Since then, she has released three EPs and collaborated with Rockie Fresh, Kaicrewsade, Ausar, Jay Wood, SONNY, GoldHaze, SuperstarrKAMI, Kayo, Matt Muse, and others. After a pause from solo releases to focus on community building, Senite now returns with her comeback single Getting Older, marking a new chapter of artistry, growth, and reflection.
Destin Conrad is a Grammy-nominated R&B singer and songwriter from Tampa, Florida who first gained recognition on Vine. He released his debut EP, COLORWAY, in 2021, followed by a string of projects including SATIN, SUBMISSIVE, and SUBMISSIVE 2. In 2025, he released his debut album, Love on Digital, which earned a Grammy nomination for Best Progressive R&B Album.
Fuming Mouth is an American death metal band formed in 2013 by Mark Whelan. Their debut full length album “The Grand Descent” was released in 2019 followed by their EP “Beyond the Tomb” in 2020. After a life-threatening battle with cancer, lead singer and guitarist Mark Whelan has returned to the band, cancer free, with their sophomore full length album “Last Day of Sun”.
Chicago’s own, Natalie Lynch, has a sound that ranges from Classic Country to Rock & Roll with undertones of Folk and Blues. The depth of her vocals add a layer of soul that commands your attention, sounding brand new and as old as time all at once. Many of her artistic influences are drawn from the likes of Bob Dylan, Waylon Jennings, Carol King, and Joni Mitchell. She can capture a room anywhere; from a Chicago dive, to a Mississippi juke joint or a New Orleans club, Natalie has the rare ability to bring raw power to any audience. You can catch her solo or with her band of misfits, The Hired Guns.
Comedian, SLP, & carb enthusiast in Chicago.
Artistic Director for The Windy City Comedy Fest, and producer of the Laughter Hours show every Friday at the Lincoln Lodge.
Parallel Lines is the third studio album by American rock band Blondie, released on September 8, 1978, by Chrysalis Records.
Suddenly locked down during the pandemic only four months into their marriage, Jeremy Rosenblum and Erin Sydney founded the post-punk/indie-pop project 37 Houses to express the frustrations that come with the complications and difficulties of even the best of relationships.
With Rosenblum writing songs and Sydney lending her voice to the vocals, they recorded their debut self-titled album entirely in their own living room. The album, released November 2024, draws influence from artists ranging from post-punk greats like Sharon Van Etten and indie pop artists like Built to Spill, Pulp, and Modest Mouse.
John Chorney is a musician performing in the Chicago blues scene.
This group is just try to bring joy and happiness to all our fans in every state! We honor the blues
When the late, great Phil May of The Pretty Things (cited as a major influence by both David Bowie and Jimmy Hendrix) began curating songs for what would become the band’s final studio album, amongst covers of songs by Muddy Waters, Sheryl Crow and Robert Johnson, May included a song by British singer-songwriter Will Varley. In becoming an avid fan of the troubadour from Kent he joined an army of followers that has been growing steadily across the globe for last ten years and includes the likes of Billy Bragg, Skin from Skunk Anansie and Adam Duritz from Counting Crows, all of whom consider Will to be one of the best songwriters of his generation.
In recent years Will has become a regular collaborator in the writing rooms of Nashville and Los Angeles, co-writing songs with Grammy award winning and CMA winning artists from the heart of the country music world. But over the last few months he has been holed up in his ramshackle studio, deep in the Kentish wilderness, working away on his latest offering – a new album now firmly on the horizon.
There is a sheer depth to Will’s writing that sets him apart, and has propelled his music far and wide. From the Dylanesque, post-apocalyptic dystopia of 2021’s “Dreamland” to the captivating and ambitious “Weddings and Wars,” in which he endeavours to compress the entire history of the world into four minutes, Varley’s songs seem to transcend themselves, marrying vivid imagery, emotion and surrealism to capture his musings in a way that is quite remarkable.
When the world ground to a halt during the pandemic, Varley refused to stand still. As well as writing his first novel, Will honed his skills in the studio, producing ‘Hit And Run’ for multi platinum artist Eagle Eye Cherry. He also entered Nashville’s International Songwriting Competition (Judged by Tom Waits and Coldplay amongst others), sending in his entry after a night of lockdown drinking. Out of over 20,000 entries Will’s song came 3rd.
The stage has been Varley’s constant companion, from the open mics of south London to Shepherds Bush Empire and The Albert Hall. Over the years he has toured relentlessly, selling out shows across Europe and America, and opening for Frank Turner, Valerie June and The Proclaimers. Further high praise from the likes of Tim Minchin, Donovan, and Simon Nicol of Fairport Convention have helped fan the flames, as his audience continues to grow both on the road and online. His self made music videos have clocked up millions of views on YouTube and his catalogue of recorded albums has surpassed a staggering 30,000,000 streams on Spotify alone.
In 2023 Will signed a worldwide record deal with US label MNRK Music Group, who over the years have been home to the likes of Chuck Berry, Townes Van Zandt and The Lumineers. With a new team behind him and touring plans being hatched for this summer and beyond, Will is poised for an enormous 12 months ahead, as he gears up for the release of his seventh studio album.