On their full-length debut ‘Midnight Society’, death pose tear through 13 incendiary tracks of down-tuned, punk/post- hardcore influenced noise rock replete with indelible hooks, sharp angular riffage, and a rhythm section that resonates with urgency.
FFO:
Every Time I Die, Propagandhi, KEN Mode, Iron Chic, Hot Water Music, Helms Alee, Botch
Architects of Beauty stake their claim at the darker peripheries of the fertile ground abandoned by the first generation of new wave and post punk. Pulsing rhythms and Murphy-esque vocals, compliment driving guitars that give way to tense and cinematic synthscapes. They are comprised of John Shane on guitar and vocals, Jake Fish on bass and vocals, Clay Condon on drums, and John Featheringham on keyboards
Upon Your Dead Body consists of Efrain Benavides, Robert De La Rosa on drums and Jesus Trevino on bass, the band’s sound is a fusion of spoken word, melodic intensity, midwest emo, and math rock. Together, they deliver raw emotion and a captivating edge that has been making waves across Texas. Drawing inspiration from acts like La Dispute, Coheed and Cambria, Hail The Sun, and Mom Jeans. Upon Your Dead Body is an experience to be had.
Believe in yourself no matter what <3
Helen 55 formed in the vibrant North Hollywood Arts District of California in 1997.
Their debut release, a 3-song cassette tape featuring the track “Dumb Summer,” quickly gained traction through internet trading, earning them a global following. They began performing at iconic venues such as The Whisky a Go-Go and The Roxy Theatre, sharing stages with notable bands like System of a Down, Papa Roach, and Alien Ant Farm.
In January 2000, the group self-released their debut CD, “Amped.” Their rising profile was boosted by a feature on MTV’s “Snowed In Undercover” and an interview with Matt Pinfield for Farmclub TV, establishing them as a “buzz band”.
Despite growing recognition, the band disbanded in 2002. They reunited in 2010 and have since released two albums: 2010’s “Helen 55” and 2021’s “SLEEP | DEATH” (pronounced “The Fine Line Between Sleep and Death”).
Lady Radiator is a New Jersey-born two-piece band built on intensity and resilience. Formed in 2007 by Kenny Collette and Adam Kobylarz, the band quickly made waves signing with Emerald Moon Records, touring nationwide, and sharing stages with The Sleeping, Portugal The Man, and Mayday Parade. Their debut album Bounce Energy Hear Me Out set the tone for a band unafraid to push boundaries. After recording sessions for a second album were cut short, Lady Radiator took a pause. Now, fueled by a viral resurgence on TikTok and in partnership with Interscope Records , the band has returned with a fire that’s louder, sharper, and hungrier than ever. The Lady Radiator movement has begun.
Ameer Isaiah is a Chicago Alternative/indie rock artist blending soulful melodies and nostalgic storytelling into his sound. His music lives in vulnerability, turning personal experiences into songs that feel raw, familiar, and honest to everyone. Rooted in Chicago but built for anywhere.
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NOAH WEILAND isn’t just the son of a legendary rock icon. He is on his way to being one himself. He can do grunge/alt rock one minute then hyperpop the next, & maybe even throw in some pop punk. Regardless, NW brings out the high energy & emotions during his live performances.
From Under the Cork Tree is the second studio album by the American rock band Fall Out Boy, released on May 3, 2005, through Island Records as the band’s major label debut. The music was composed by lead vocalist and guitarist Patrick Stump, with all lyrics penned by bassist Pete Wentz, continuing the band’s songwriting approach they took for some songs on their prior 2003 effort Take This to Your Grave. Neal Avron handled production duties. Commenting on the record’s lyrical themes, Wentz said the lyrics were about “the anxiety and depression that goes along with looking at your own life.” In support of their release the group headlined tours worldwide and played at various music festivals. For their Black Clouds and Underdogs tour the album was re-released as From Under the Cork Tree (Limited “Black Clouds and Underdogs” Edition), featuring new songs and remixes.
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A Chicago area live band tribute to The Smashing Pumpkins made up of four life-long fans.
Gabrielle Grace is a singer and songwriter that writes songs that feel like conversations—sometimes with others, sometimes with herself. A storyteller at heart, her music blends warm indie-folk textures with the rawness of alternative pop, capturing life’s quiet moments and loud emotions with equal weight.
Originally from southeast Texas and now based in Nashville, Grace’s songwriting is deeply personal yet universally resonant, shaped by the in-between spaces of growing up, letting go, and learning to stay present. When she made her musical debut in 2021, she released her EP, “We’ll Be Alright,” which climbed the iTunes singer-songwriter charts. Her debut full-length album, There Are Two Sides to Everything (2023), is an exploration of contrast—hope and doubt, longing and contentment, the past and the future—all wrapped in lush melodies and thoughtful lyricism.
She just released her new EP, “Pink Skies” on June 26th, 2025.
Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge (often shortened to Three Cheers or Revenge) is the second studio album by the American rock band My Chemical Romance, released on June 8, 2004, by Reprise Records. The album was produced by Howard Benson, and was written and recorded from late 2003 to March 2004. Writing sessions were highly influenced by the mental health and personal lives of the band members, particularly the death of Gerard and Mikey Way’s grandmother.
Happy Head is the debut album by the English band the Mighty Lemon Drops, released in 1986.
Lifes Rich Pageant is the fourth studio album by the American alternative rock band R.E.M., released on July 28, 1986. R.E.M. chose Don Gehman to produce the album, which was recorded at John Mellencamp’s Belmont Mall Studios in Belmont, Indiana. This was the only album the band recorded with Gehman, who moved them from the more obscure and dense sound of their earlier albums to an accessible, hard rock-influenced quality. The album was well-received critically.
EL Presto is an producer singer song writing artist all wrapped into one, from the south side of Chicago. El brings rnb grooves with a mix of hip hop melodic tracks an smooth cool vocals to be around for a ages ..
House music artist
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IAN PINCK IS A SINGER, SONGWRITER AND PRODUCER FROM THE SOUTH SIDE OF CHICAGO. HE LIVES TO INSPIRE ALL THINGS BEAUTIFUL. DREAM-CATCHING, LIVING IN TRUTH OR MERELY ULTIMATE PEACE; HE IS HERE TO HELP PEOPLE BELIEVE IN THEIR POWER.
BEING A GLOBAL CITIZEN HAS GIVEN HIM A LIMITLESS PERSPECTIVE ON CULTURE, WHICH POURS OUT INTO HIS MUSIC AND STORYTELLING; CREATING A BEAUTIFUL BLEND OF GENRES.
SOUL PUNK ROCK GIVES YOU VIBRANT COLORS AND DYNAMIC STORYTELLING. IT CAN BE GORGEOUSLY DARK, OR WHISPER SUMMERTIME INTO YOUR EARS. EITHER WAY THE GOAL IS TO PAINT THE MOST VIVID AND HONEST PICTURES, WITH COLORS HE BELIEVES WE ALL HAVE.
“WHEN PEOPLE HEAR MY MUSIC I HOPE THEY FEEL A LITTLE BIT OF THE LOVE THEY YEARN TO FEEL EVERY DAY, AND SEE A LITTLE BIT OF WHAT THEY WANNA BE, IN THEIR BEST FORM.”
Of Blood is a cosmic death metal band from Chicago, Illinois. The group officially launched in November 2025, though its formation unfolded gradually over the course of that year.
The band began when drummer Artsiom and guitarist Sergi connected and started writing together. Vocalist Dylan discovered them online and joined soon after. Kevin came aboard to complete the current four-piece lineup on second guitar.
The name “Of Blood” stems from the belief that all living beings on this planet share a fundamental connection. As the band puts it: we are all of blood. The name also carries an undeniable brutality that fits the music.
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The PLEIADES are Americas new original Rock n’ Roll band. The band based out of Springfield, IL, is composed of Carter Kelso on vocals, Eli Trimpe on bass guitar, Josh Schuler on the lead guitar, Koke Rutter on rhythm guitar, and Jack Kelso on percussion.
Peace. Love. The PLEIADES.
The three-headed monster.
Jazzy funky hiphop from D’Funk, Maggie, Andy, Aden, Cheldyn & Stephon
Ripping thrash from Richmond, Virginia -VIGIL are one of the burning-brightest stars of themodern thrash metal underground. So complete and total is their sound, so authentic andthrottling in such a manner as to wonder what year it actually is, Shadow Kingdom simply HADto sign the band for their first full-length. With a demo and single the first few years of theirexistence as well as a formidable live presence, the quintet are now prepared to deliver thatdebut album: Primordial Rites. Influenced by Demolition Hammer, Nuclear Assault, andSepultura. Their debut album will be released October 30th via Shadow Kingdom Records.
The Detroit Cobras emerged from the garage rock revival scene of the late 1990’s ~ early 2000’s, which included the Dirtbombs, White Stripes, Hentchmen and many many more.
The music is mostly composed of obscure 1960’s R&B, soul, girl groups’ songs, delivered with an injection of natural raw garage punk rock & roll.
After the sudden death of lead singer Rachel Nagy, the band was devastated.
Following the city of Detroit’s motto ~ “We hope for better things; it shall rise
from the ashes “, the band regrouped and got to working.
Leading the group is the evocative temptress Masha Marjieh, followed by the usual unusual cast of characters: Mary Cobra and Kenny Tudrick on guitars. Dale Wilson and Kevin Irwin on bass and drums respectively.
As Detroit Stroh’s Brewery says
“Take a bottle out of the ice box and make
life worth living”
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Chicago Metalcore est. 2025
“Beneath the Surface” EP available on all streaming platforms
Beherit is a Finnish black metal band from Rovaniemi. The band was formed in 1989 by Nuclear Holocausto Vengeance, Demonic Fornication and Sodomatic Slaughter, with the purpose of performing “the most primitive, savage, hell-obsessed black metal imaginable”.
Void The Light is an American Alternative Metal and prog band formed in the Chicago suburbs, 2012. Their influences include Tool, Deftones, Incubus and Nirvana.
New Jersey native turned Nashville transplant, Matt Koziol has carved out a distinct lane at the intersection of country, Americana, and rock. His voice is the calling card: soulful, gritty, and built for both stadium stages and stripped down front porch moments.
Koziol writes like he means it. His songwriting leans into the honest, sometimes bruised, always human side of life, paired with a stage presence that turns rooms of strangers into fans by the end of a set. Songs like “Old Fashioned” (feat. Isaac Gibson), “Here Again,” and “Follow Me Home” have racked up millions of streams and cemented him as one of the more compelling voices in roots driven music today.
He’s earned his stripes on the road too, sharing stages with Whiskey Myers, 49 Winchester, and Charles Wesley Godwin, and building a reputation as an artist worth catching live, night after night, market after market.
With a growing catalog and a fanbase that stretches globally, Matt Koziol is still writing the next chapter, one honest song at a time.
Chicago Garage-Rock Duo
Chi style indie twang
IN THE COMPANY OF SERPENTS traffic in sonic catharsis. Their music inhabits the strange fringes between sludge metal and sprawling spaghetti western scores, constantly striving for visceral power and raw intensity, contrasted with eerie, spare instrumental passages.
Grant Netzorg: vocals and guitars
Ben Pitts: Bass & Lap Steel Guitars
Andy Thomas: Drums
We are the Ashe Brothers. A duo. A trio. A rock band. Multidimensional musicians who blend psychedelic textures, vintage soul, and boutique guitar sounds. We are known to have electrifying live shows and tight musicianship. Our sound has been appreciated for its grit, harmony, and groove. Our diverse palette of musical inspirations and styles make us a perfect fit for any occasion.
We are proud of our DIY ethos, and the fact that we have been able to garner a loyal following with our relentless gigging. What sets us apart is that we do not chase trends. We like bringing an authentic throwback vibe with a modern edge. We like to throw in our original tunes with the most inspiring deep tracks from our biggest influences, as opposed to pandering to the crowd with overplayed hits. Our fan base has become our family. We call them “Asheholes.” Most have embraced this obvious term of endearment! In short, those who get it, get it. Music truly has taken us to some very interesting places.
I’m 4000+ years old. I lost count some time after Christ was born. Like white shoes, I soil easily. I like weird stuff, idk.
Often imitated, never duplicated, always fabulous. Italian. American. Chicago. Comedy.
Life is comedy ,comedy is life
Amba is Chicago based comedian, producer, and journalist. She is also the owner of The Crib Comedy Club.
95 Bulls is an accidental turned purposeful NYC rock and roll band
One of the hardest working bands in Chicago. The Mike Wheeler Band consists of : Mike Wheeler- Guitar & Vocals, Larry Williams-Bass & Background Vocals, Cleo Cole -Drums , Brian James-Keyboards & Background Vocals.
Lil’ Ed & the Blues Imperials were among the premiere party bands to come out of Chicago during the ’70s and ’80s. Often compared to Elmore James and Hound Dog Taylor, fiery, flamboyant slide guitarist Lil’ Ed Williams and his group have continued to play dedicated, rough-edged, and hard-rocking dance music, establishing an international reputation that has lasted into the new millennium. A native of Chicago, Williams was first inspired by his uncle, renowned slide guitarist J.B. Hutto, with whom he studied as a young teen. Hutto not only taught him slide, but also introduced Williams to bass and drums. Williams’ half-brother, James “Pookie” Young, was also a student of Hutto, and later became the bassist for the Blues Imperials. The brothers co-founded their group in the early ’70s and went professional in 1975, playing at Big Duke’s Blue Flame on the West Side. The gig earned them a whopping six bucks, which the group members split evenly. In those early years, Williams worked days at a car wash while Young drove a school bus.
Despite their humble start, Williams and the Blues Imperials kept performing at night and by the early ’80s had developed a substantial regional following. Signing to Alligator in the mid-’80s, they released their debut album, Roughhousin’, in 1986 and found themselves receiving national attention. They began playing urban clubs and festivals all over the country and eventually toured Canada, Europe, and Japan. They released their second album, Chicken, Gravy & Biscuits, in 1989, and the success continued as the Blues Imperials began appearing with such artists as Koko Taylor and Elvin Bishop during the Alligator Records 20th anniversary tour. They released their third album, What You See Is What You Get, in 1992.
If Ed, Pookie, and the latest members of the revamped Blues Imperials never did much to modernize their blues or develop a new sound, that was just fine with the band’s followers (“Edheads,” no less), to whom the raucous, rocking slide guitar heritage of Hutto, Hound Dog Taylor, and Elmore James is blues nirvana. Following its third album, the group went on hiatus for a few years, during which Lil’ Ed Williams released two albums on Earwig, 1996’s Keep on Walkin’ with Dave Weld and 1998’s Who’s Been Talking with Willie Kent. In 1999 the band reconvened and released Get Wild. They followed it up with Heads Up, their fifth Alligator record, in 2002. Their sixth, Rattleshake, appeared in 2006, followed by their seventh, Full Tilt, two years later. ~ Jim O’Neal & Sandra Brennan, Rovi
Local Legends is a Milwaukee Ska Punk band that has been active since 2020. We’re pissed and we wrote some songs about it.
Chicago’s new cover band that plays SKAmazing versions of your favorite songs!!
We are Maldita Sea
A Chicago based band representing the Latino community
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“What Once Was”
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Established in 2024, GREYSTONE is a five piece alternative rock band from the southwest side of Chicago. Formed by three members of the Hernandez family, dad Mark (drums) is joined by daughter Alana (vocals) and son Mark II (lead guitar). They released their debut album “A Million Grains of Sand” in late October 2025.
A combination of grit, frustration, and tenderness encapsulates their first album’s journey of change, loss, and the passage of time. Joined by a bassist Isaac G. and rhythm guitarist Jesh T., GREYSTONE has embarked on a journey to alchemize ancestral grip into Existential Alt Rock. They revitalize dreams deferred, frozen in decades past.
Award-winning “cinematic soul” artist, curator, and founder of Black & Bronze Fest. Bridging music, culture, and community through sound + storytelling.
“City of Evil is the Midwest’s only Avenged Sevenfold tribute band, hailing from Chicago IL. Formed in 2024, the band focuses on A7X’s old school metalcore sound while still delivering the hits from “City of Evil” and “Nightmare.” COE has performed at some of the best venues across the Midwest, including House of Blues Chicago and The Machine Shop in Flint, MI. Most notably, City of Evil was hired by Avenged Sevenfold themselves to play their official Deathbats Club party.”
A tribute to Rage Against the Machine from Cleveland, bringing forth the most accurate renditions of the band’s live performances throughout the late 90s and early 2000s.
Will Lawrence is a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter living and working in the Hudson Valley. He has released four full-length albums of original music, touring the United States and internationally extensively over the last decade. In addition to his solo performing, Lawrence works as a touring and recording band member with many other artists, in including The Felice Brothers, John Early, Ryan Davis and the Roadhouse Band, Conor Oberst, and many more. Most recently, Lawrence was cast as a band and cast member for John Early’s Emmy Nominated HBO special, Now More Than Ever, as well as charting on Rolling Stone magazine’s Top Rock Albums of 2023 as a part of Ryan Davis and the Roadhouse Band’s album, Dancing on the Edge.
Ben Warner is a Chicago-based singer-songwriter and lead guitarist who has spent years performing with multiple bands throughout the Midwest and beyond. He currently plays with Vandalay, touring across the United States and performing at many of the major venues throughout Chicago and the Midwest.
Ben’s performances are centered around original music, blending strong songwriting with expressive guitar work and the energy of a live rock show. While originals are at the heart of his sets, he also puts his own spin on familiar covers, reworking them to fit his style rather than simply recreating them.
Jace William is a “Genre Alchemist” who weaves the raw grit of blues and rock with the warmth of soul and folk. A trained multi-instrumentalist mentored by Diane Ellis and Stevie Mackey, Jace’s vocal power, ranging from mezzo-soprano to baritone, serves a higher purpose: Spiritual Stewardship.
His artistry is built on Radical Authenticity, a commitment to unfiltered truth-telling that ensures every lyric reflects a genuine journey. This mission culminated in the 2025 release of his debut EP, Still Standing. The project acts as a “Catalyst for the Soul,” utilizing deep empathy to make listeners feel seen in their lowest valleys before “calling them up” to their highest potential through triumphant, resilient melodies.
Whether through his evocative songwriting or his versatile work as a voice actor and jingle writer, Jace bridges the gap between entertainment and transformation. He doesn’t just perform; he leads, offering a roadmap for self-discovery and spiritual maturity through music that resonates far beyond the surface.
These Lizards, an original, authentic Stoner Rock band hailing from Chicago.
I make R&B built from memory, heartbreak, and the nights no one talks about. Aurora raised me, Denver shaped me, and the world is about to tune in. If you want something smooth, human, and honest, you are in the right place.
I hope you enjoy my songs
Sitrus Sol is a four-piece Midwest Dream Rock band. Formed in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois out of the city’s thriving DIY basement scene, the band draws from dream pop, Midwest emo, alternative rock, and classic indie influences to create songs that sound both nostalgic and forward-thinking. Now based in Chicago, IL.
Manifest West is an alternative/indie rock band based in Illinois. Their members include Cade Whitt, Coggan Banerian, Roan O’Brien, and Levi Isaac. They are known for their high-energy live performances and their dynamic sound. They have released songs that have amassed thousands of streams, while cultivating a dedicated fan base in the process.
The band has released several projects and played countless shows across the United States, most of which in the Midwest region. Notably, their latest single “Alone, Tonight,” released on July 3rd, 2026, serves as the precursor to their upcoming EP “Jumping Ship.” Manifest West combines raw, guitar-driven energy with melodic songwriting and an unmistakable spirit.
Whether they’re performing or recording in the studio, the band embraces the imperfections and intensity that make music what it is, and “Jumping Ship” represents the next evolution of the sound they’ve developed together.
Wish You Well is the debut release from singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist CHRIS JOBSON. Performing nine original songs from intimate ballads to hard rock, Chris is featured on all vocals, in addition to guitar, cello, mandolin, bass, and drums.
Arranged and produced by his father, legendary musician Eddie Jobson, Wish You Well is a beautifully recorded indie-rock album – Globe Music’s proud introduction to an exciting and original next-generation talent.
Panic Priest is the darkwave-centric project of Chicago-based “dark crooner” Jack Armondo, who channels themes of death, sex, and doomed romance into haunting anthems for our turbulent times. By blending atmospheric synths, soaring guitars, dancefloor-driven beats, and commanding baritone vocals, Panic Priest creates emotionally charged and infectious midnight melodies that stand at the forefront of the modern darkscene.
Known for his electrifying one-man live performances, Panic Priest fuses hard rock energy with the pulse of hook-laden, danceable dark pop. Since his acclaimed self-titled debut in 2018, Armondo has toured and shared stages with Light Asylum, Vision Video, ACTORS, and Twin Tribes, and performed at Cold Waves, Absolution, Terminus, Sanctum and Verboden. His latest album Once Wild arrived in August 2025.
With a long list of influences, Altgeld can be hard to pin down. Named after a street that connects two of the member’s homes, Altgeld uses the idea of connection throughout their music. They are a band in the fullest extent of the word, and believe that music is best when created with a group of people. A song’s genesis may come from a single person, but the finished product always has a bit of each member in it.
Their first single, “Wrapped In Rags” is set to release on April, 24, 2024.
Sometimes your knight in shining armor.
thank you and welcome and enjoy.
Episodic Memory is audio/ visual electronic act from Austin,TX. Using found-sound, melodic synths and electronic beats, Episodic Memory invoked the feeling of Deja Vu with cinematic flare.
SCALP began in the most organic of ways in 2018– after forming a Halloween band for fun, the internal chemistry led to a new death metal-oriented project. And just like anything worth a shit, it took on a life of its own, leading to the debut LP Domestic Extremity recorded by none other than Taylor Young. Drawing on personal experience in addition to the darkness of the pandemic era, the record was a success in a time when the live show wasn’t an option– when the pandemic took hold of our lives and left the world plenty to be pissed off about. The band’s follow up, Black Tar, found the band pushing towards uncharted badlands, developing their sound further and toying with the limitations of genre. So far, SCALP has taken those monolithic recordings to crowds at Sound and Fury Festival, at gigs supporting Nails, Weekend Nachos and The Body, and their own headlining dates.
Not Worthy of Human Compassion, the band’s third LP, is out July 25th on Closed Casket Activities.
Marcus Bailey is a singer/songwriter based in Chicago, IL. Originally from Columbus, Ohio, his music is a blend of pop, folk, and rock that is shaped by a diverse range of influences, which include Ed Sheeran, Stevie Wonder, Chris Stapleton and Elton John.
For Marcus, music is a form of therapy- an outlet for expressing deep emotions through soulful lyrics and expressive melodies. Having performed at the Metro Chicago, Uncommon Ground, Baseline, Live@2239, and multiple Sofar Sounds events, Marcus has established himself as a dynamic live performer winning over audiences with his original compositions. Hi debut EP, “In The End,” was well received, amassing more than 23,000 Spotify streams. Marcus is currently crafting his debut album that will be released in late 2026.
Alyssa Gallarneau is a 22-year-old MTV-featured singer, songwriter, and recording artist from Chicago, Illinois, with over 30,000 monthly listeners and a rapidly growing national presence. Known for her emotional authenticity and dynamic live performances, Alyssa continues to establish herself as a rising force in pop music.
She has performed on major stages including Summerfest, House of Blues Chicago, New York Fashion Week, and The Bluebird Bar, captivating audiences with her commanding voice and engaging stage presence.
KING SICKABILLY aka ‘’Dave Sasquatch’’ stomps at you with apocalyptic lyrics and reverb drenched truth. No stranger to the long, lost highway… this loving beast is a prolific performer that continues to pay his dues Nationwide for over 20 years with his highly acclaimed and award winning touring band, ‘’Sasquatch and the Sick-A-Billys’’.