Ryan has been involved in the Chicago independent music scene for 10 years now. He currently fronts local underground mysterious legends, The Limbos. He also has a no-fi solo project under the name Yellow Candy. He’s the head music director at ComedySportz in Chicago’s lakeview neighborhood. He’s played piano aboard Norwegian Cruise Lines and recorded with local audio master, Steve Albini.
We’re a post-Hardcore / experimental band from Rockford, Illinois
“Seriously, why the fuck have they not been picked up by a label yet?” – Lexington Music Press
”Brandy Row has been at the forefront of London’s underground rock n roll scene for the last eight years. Never fitting into the mold of posh kid gone bad or mid European desperately trying to emulate a form of British culture that never was, Brandy Row is the real thing. He has come from a broken background in a deadend town outside London and has spent most of his life challenging the identikit mold that has been cast for all around him.
Playing in numerous bands in the last decade his current incarnation is that of acoustic folk chanteuse taking centre stage alone in every dirty bar, street, club venue that England, Europe and America has to offer, earning him the title of the hardest working young man in underground rock n roll today. He also fronts a nine piece band, bringing you high energy rock n roll that clashes from all different genres, and plays lead guitar in 1977 style punk band
Brandy is a creative tour de force that has come equipped with the weapons to cut himself a path from the mediocrity. a one man army. that shows no sign of surrender! get ready”
Black Tie Elephant is a midwest post-rock outfit formed in 2006 that combines lush string arrangements and scattered beats, creating massive post-classical inspired soundscapes. Band member Farsheed Hamidi-Toosi (drums) has a long history playing with electronic/hip-hop groups (Animate Objects, Arthur Hamidi, Agent Mos, Zirafa) and Brendan Finucane (cello) has been playing experimental cello for most of his life and currently also plays with Chicago based baroque-core heavy hitters The Paver. Together they combine their knowledge of soul, post-rock and chamber music to create a uniquely lush combination that is informed and inspired by bands such as Godspeed! You Black Emperor, Slint, Medeski Martin & Wood, and Tortoise. They currently have a newly anticipated EP that will be released in early February 2013, recorded at their cooperative recording studio, Soapbox Music Recording Studios that they share with such bands as Bike Cops, Rabble Rabble, and Orange Drink.
Formed in June 2009, The Precious Moments deliver a high wire circus act of great pop hooks complete with smart ass lyrics and frenetic show that is certain to delight.
The Precious Moments is fronted by uber-charismatic front man Adam Voss, ex-leader of California’s Adam Has Crabs and Chicago’s own The Sissy Drinkers. Inured in the Chicago Music scene, Lead Guitarist Chris Brandt hollows out the core with his refreshingly musical sensibility, while established tug-boat Dan DeMichele delivers incongruously propulsive bass lines to the hard-to-describe mix and former swimsuit model Pete Nocito pounds home the rhythms on drums.
The band’s love of British pop, rock n’ roll and new wave is clearly evident in their own original material, however it’s hard to put a finger on the Precious Moments experience.
23 year old up and coming rapper from Chicago, IL using his talents to be able to openly express himself and engage with anyone who has a love for solid, real music.
Daniel is a band that was formed by accident on a drizzly October day in Kalamazoo, MI. Since then, the band has lived here and there and has never had an official line-up until October of 2012, two years after its founding. After these two years of set-backs, serendipity, irony, circumstance, drama, and confusion, the band finally has both feet on the ground and is ready to proudly wear a sticker nametag that reads “Hello, my name is Daniel.”
Wood Groove is comprised of musicians with years of experience and have worked together in preview bands who are ready to bring you some of the finest from acoustic instruments!
William comes from a long lineage of musicians and has himself been performing professionally since the age of 16 beginning with the legendary late Ken Chaney’s big band. He soon began touring with the Dells, Marvelettes, and others while finishing a degree in composition at Columbia. Kurk has since continued to work as a musical director for several local theatre companies as well as accompany names like Paulina Rubio, Dionne Warwick, Martha Reeves, Koko Taylor, Stanley Jordan, and many others. The Enterprise is made up of talented roster of musicians and dancers that explores the outer regions of Kurk’s music.
The GameMen puts a funky, rockin’ twist to your favorite video game tunes.
Started in 2009. We were once children, and now we pay grown up bills.
New Chicago music outfit known as High Energy Physics. Featuring members of Kerosene Stars, Mooner, Wells-next-the-Sea, & Youngest Son.
We’ve all been kicking around town in bands for years – some more popular than others. As mentioned, we like rock, beer and volume. Order optional. We just finished our second record, “Won’t Risk An Explosion.” We’re happy with it. You can listen to it here:
Since his first release in 1999, Chris McFarland has been a constant force in the acoustic indie/DIY scene. Whether solo, or with backing musicians, McFarland posses an intimate quality that grabs the listener and pulls them into the story of the song.
Chris has shared stages with national acts such as: Neko Case, Bright Eyes, Granddaddy, Rainer Maria, Mates of State, Britt Daniel (of Spoon), The Dirty Three, & Denali just to name a few.
A true road warrior, his tour schedule shows a dedication to his craft, and he can be found crossing the United States several months of the year.
With music being classified as everything from angry folk/singer-songwriter to percussive rock, McFarland’s diverse influences have combined for a truly unique and personal sound.
I am a singer / songwriter from Minneapolis, Minnesota.
After a successful Group career with Phresh Muney “CHOO JACKSON” makes his solo career a reality and ventures out with the blessing from Phresh money! With the strong backing and support from (Mac Miller) MOST DOPE theres endless possibilities for chop jackson! Check out his first video and song as a solo artist and make sure to keep up with his career as it evolves
Cisco Adler is a Singer/Songwriter/Producer from Malibu, California known for bringing back the “California Sound.”. He is one half of the alternative hip hop group Shwayze. The duo have released two records that have reached Number #1 on the US Itunes charts and their self-titled first album debuted at #10 on the US Billboard Charts and gave us the hit singles Buzzin’ and Corona and Lime. Their most recent album LET IT BEAT is in stores now and has spawned the ubiquitous club hit GET U HOME.
Cisco has also co-written and produced songs for Mickey Avalon , Dirt Nasty, Andre Legacy, Cold Flamez, Tabi bonney, The Knux, Lil Jon, G. Love, Roxy Cottontail, Unwritten Law, Big B, and more. He has had songs in The Hangover, Tropic Thunder, Sorority Row, Final Destination, Gossip Girl, The Hills, and is currently music supervising and composing the entire score and soundtrack for a new film called Mothers Little Helper starring James Belushi. He is managed by industry veteran Jordan Schur and Suretone Management whos only other acts are Limp Bizkit and The Cure. He is also an avid cartoonist and painter and overall Bon Vivant. Cisco recently started Bananabeat Records and signed his first artitst Chris Young the Rapper. Chris has release two critically acclaimed mixtapes The Moodswing EP and 619
The Gold Web is Chicago’s art-glam monstrosity. Known for their highly theatrical stage shows, the group doses audiences with blissful grooves, dramatic songwriting, and an outrageous visual performance.
Brandishing 6-foot wings, glitter, feathers, and face paint, The Gold Web look like they flew out of David Lynch’s dream, or Lady Gaga’s nightmare. Musically things are a little clearer– and even more irresistible; the group’s self-titled debut album traffics a charismatic brand of forward thinking indie-pop marked by surreal synths, rump shaking beats, and futuristic guitar wizardry.
Assembled out of a lineage of Chicago bands and visual artists, members of The Gold Web cut their teeth touring with acts like KISS and Smashing Pumpkins, while other members curated notable galleries and pushed the boundaries of performance art communities. The result is a dreamy freak world which raises more questions than it answers. Where are we going? Will we be safe once we get there? Will we ever want to leave?
Imagine a sequestered town at the southern brink of the Lone Star State whose townsfolk claim as much cultural heritage from the bordering country as they do from their own. A place that seems contradictory being such a small town in the largest of U.S. states. It is in this setting that the emerging band, Sick/Sea finds its roots. While their hometown might be small, the music from the Magic Valley is anything but little. The tight-knit music community found there is making waves that are flowing out past the edges of Texas, spilling into the south at large. Several critically acclaimed groups hail from the area and Sick/Sea is a part of the growing current.
The sibling-members Audrey and Cameron Scott joined together to create what might be called a ‘trend-breaking’ type of music, having fused the multi-genre sounds of their childhood into one splendid style featuring elements of Indie, Jazz, Rock and even a breath of Hardcore. Their unique songs are strung together by mellifluous, reverb-laden guitars whose dream-like tones could have easily been recorded in an echoing cave on a deserted island in that longed-for ocean from which the band’s name is derived. Cameron’s dynamically energetic drumming, combined with the succinct and jazz-like bass riffs, create a diverse and mature sound. Perhaps it is the vocals that give Sick/Sea that finishing touch which sets them apart from the rest. The lyrics are honest — every word intentional. The warm, articulate performance of Audrey Scott is easy to sing along with — a rarity when coupled with the caliber of wit present in each and every song this southern Texas band crafts together. Theirs are songs of life and love and the discernment gained through human relationship.
It is child-like adventure that brought Sick/Sea together, cherishing such works of literary fiction as Robert Louis Stevenson’s ‘Treasure Island.’ It is this same adventurous spirit that propels them forward as musicians, having completed successful tours, and plans in motion to move to the Texas music capital of Austin. Their course is set and the horizon towards which they sail looks ever brighter.
Kill ‘Em All is the debut studio album by American heavy metal band Metallica.
Angel Dust is the fourth studio album by American rock band Faith No More.
Families consists of three folk story tellers, with souls of grass and minds made out of the mountains, weaving personal tales from the Bible. Families is about community, folklore, and the Kingdom.
They love to play music with friends, inviting them to pick up instruments and play along, and are used to playing in living rooms, basements, coffee shops, and parks.
Named “Artist To Watch 2011” by Beatportal, Deathface (AKA Johnny Love and vocalist Effy) comes at you hard with a sound inspired by Midwest hardcore of the 90’s, Magic the Gathering, woodland bonfire parties, white trash drug debauchery, Atari Teenage Riot, and Aleister Crowley. It’s the soundtrack to The Omen’s Damien Thorn and The Exorcist’s Regan MacNeil dropping 2C-B at Anton LaVey’s first rave.
Scary, right? Now for some history…
Johnny Love is one of the most provocative figures in dance music. A native of Southside Chicago, Johnny rose to infamy in his hometown in the early 2000’s via a series of events he threw at The Jerkstore which shunned predictable-dance-rock for eclectic and loose cuts from minimal techno and French touch house. The parties got so wild that Love was imprisoned by the Chicago police on more than one occasion and was constantly featured in both local and national magazines like Timeout Chicago, URB, and XLR8R.
With things too hot in Chicago, Johnny moved to Los Angeles and formed Guns N’ Bombs. The hard-hitting electro-house duo were quickly offered a contract by Kitsuné founder Gildas Loaec in 2006, making Love the first American to be recognized by the French Electro elite. He soon became a seminal player in the formation of the current American EDM scene, remixing acts like Chromeo, The KLaxons, The Gossip, Junior Senior, The Cult, The Teenagers, and Ghostface Killa.
After a vast amount of critical acclaim and the making of many friends, enemies and frenemies, Guns N’ Bombs disbanded in 2009 and Johnny decamped to a hideaway in Brooklyn to craft Deathface’s swift and deadly takeover.
Recent collaborations include an amazing t-shirt through Mishka (designed by Seattle’s death-rock-obsessed streetwear giants Actual Pain), three releases on taste making label Trouble & Bass, remixes for Marilyn Manson, Creep, Buraka Som Sistema, Huoratron, Blessure Grave, Drop the Lime, Mexican Institute of Sound, autoKratz, Kid606, and tracks featured on the new Max Payne 3 game.
“Put this kid on before The Prodigy and they’ll find any excuse not to go on…Deathface transports hardcore rave into the next decade. Adrenaline driven….and trust me when I say this , it’s not some paid-for opinion which is included in some marketing budget. Awesome & dangerous.”
Bill Thomas Trio is the embodiment of real Chicago blues. Born & bred from the traditional “West Side Chicago” sound, BT3 puts on a dynamic roots driven stage show that will keep all lovers of all styles of blues coming back for more.
Bill Thomas started playing guitar at the age of 12 and came to the blues at the age of 14 upon discovering Stevie Ray Vaughan. He has been living and playing the blues since that day.
The drummer is always the core that drives any great band, blues or otherwise, and John Martellotta is no exception. As a relative newcomer to playing blues, John brings his New Orleans tinged jazz and rock background to the mix, creating a heavy, poly-rhythmic groove that goes anywhere from delicate and subtle to full bombast. His ability to to take traditionally simple blues tunes and apply deep, moving rhythms that propel the songs forward in unique ways are his specialty. Playing drums since the early age of 7, John cites his major influences as Stanton Moore, Keith Carlock, Jojo Mayers and “Zigaboo” Modeliste.
Ray Somera is one of those musicians that drive other musicians crazy. While most of us strive to play one instrument well, Ray can play the hell out of anything with strings. As the bass player in the BT3, he keeps things anchored and heavy, anticipating Bill’s every musical move and adjusting accordingly. Bill considers Ray his musical mentor and his brother from another mother. Ray is also a virtuosic guitar player and is a master jazz musician.
Crash County was formed during the summer of 2009 with singer Scott Dangerfield, drummer Patrick Gonyo, guitarist Jacob Brenwall, and bassist Chris Bartel. After a year hiatus from their previous band, the members picked up their instruments once again and began to write new music. It began with weekend jam sessions in the basement of Scott and Jake’s house in Milwaukee’s Riverwest neighborhood. After a few sessions it became clear that their musical chemistry did not depart during their time away from music. Work on their first album began in earnest.
In early 2011, Crash County received an unexpected boost when singer Scott Dangerfield appeared on the Milwaukee audition episode of Fox’s hit TV show American Idol. Following his soulful rendition of Amos Lee’s “Dreamin’,” judge Jennifer Lopez exclaimed “You might be my favorite so far!” Similar praise was heaped on by Randy Jackson and Steven Tyler, and the internet was soon buzzing with Dangerfield’s name. Unfortunately, due to a prior commitment to the UW Milwaukee School of Education, Scott decided to forgo Hollywood week and remain in Wisconsin to finish his college education. However, his brief appearance on Idol gained Crash County numerous followers around the globe who tuned in to their YouTube page every week to watch videos of Scott and the band performing original music and cover songs. Scott again auditioned for Idol’s eleventh season and once more received a golden ticket. This time around, he was able to follow through and made it to the Top 42 round before being eliminated.
Crash County released their self-produced and self-recorded album “Home” in June 2012. Heavily influenced by artists old and new, Crash County’s signature style blends heavy blues riffs with catchy melodies and blazing guitar solos into an album that is all their own. It is available through their online STORE (link), or digitally through ITUNES (link) and CD BABY (link). Crash County has played dozens of shows throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan, and is most frequently booked in the Milwaukee area. They are currently hard at work on their second full-length record, which will be released sometime late in 2013.
When Anneke van Giersbergen started her solo career back in 2007, she had already been the frontwoman of Dutch metal pioneers The Gathering for 13 years. Together with her band Agua de Annique she released several outstanding albums to both critical and popular acclaim in a short period of time which immediately put her in the picture as a solo artist.
She was also involved in several interesting co-operations with the likes of Within Temptation (“Black Symphony” 2008), eccentric multi-talent Devin Townsend (“Addicted” 2009) and long-time friends Anathema (“Falling Deeper” 2011).Over the last few years, Anneke van Giersbergen has been exploring her musical boundaries to the fullest. In 2008, together with Dutch A-list bands Racoon and Bløf, she recorded a song in her native language: “Als je ooit nog eens terug kan”, which shot straight to #1 on the Dutch charts.
RITUALS – RFK – P.O.E.T. – TOTAL ELEGANCE
2 SIDES OF SOULFUL ENTERTAINMENT
THE ALTERNATIVE SOUL SERIES
VINCE ADAMS, J. IMANI, KOKO, CHRIS UNDERWOOD
RITUALS – RFK – P.O.E.T. – TOTAL ELEGANCE
2 SIDES OF SOULFUL ENTERTAINMENT
A Collaboration and Showcase of “The Chicago Spoken Word Soul Music Movement” featuring live music by “Soul People”
InnerSiege is a Melodic Power Metal Band from Illinois, USA.
Debut release, Kingdom of Shadows, available from Roxx Records – 12/11/12
Violent poser crushing speed assault.
“By the evil and dark spirit of heavy metal we were invoked to come forth cloven hoofed and forked of tongue.. we are the friends of Hell.”
A metal band from the midwest lands of Illinois.
In 1985, Ron Daniel had become tired of playing in the southern California punk scene. He’d joined the band The Hags when their lead guitarist went to jail, and had enjoyed the notoriety that came with being in one of Orange County’s most controversial stage acts. Billed as “Rock and Roll’s abortion,” the group was like a punk Black Sabbath with a genius sociopath at the mic. (Mark Dead regularly using surgically precise insults to provoke audiences towards violence against himself and the band.)
One night, when headlining a 12-band bill celebrating the grand reopening of a famous punk club, Ron was grousing to high school pals Matt Jordan and James Lareau about the scene, about having no creative control, and about the fact that this music was just too damn SLOW. He said he was ready to quit.
Matt was playing drums in Iron Maiden tribute band Barrier at the time. With no permanent singer or bass player, the future wasn’t looking promising. Bassist James was playing with the Schuerman brothers in punk band Lethal Gene, but the band wasn’t gigging enough.
Together, the three of them decided to dump their bands and form a new unit: Tracer (named after the visual effects LSD has on its user). They began writing tunes immediately. But even after auditioning half a dozen singers, the right vocalist couldn’t be found. They temporarily borrowed Tony Vargas (L.S.N./Vermin) to produce a three-song demo entitled “Sudden Death,” but the band was destined to dissolve.
Matt wanted to keep playing, and put an ad in the Recycler asking for musicians that were “into Slayer and old KISS.” A guitarist named Brett answered the ad. Brett Sarachek had come to L.A. from Kansas, and played in several metal groups with names that would later be recognizable: Blind Decree featured guitarist Glenn Rogers (Deliverance/Vengeance Rising/Hirax) and Mike Gonzales (Dark Angel), and The Hierophant had vocalist Julian Mendez (Heretic).Matt and Brett decided to jam, and invited Ron to sit in. Starting with Slayer’s “Black Magic,” they played a few tunes that sounded tight. As a joke, Ron picked up the mic and belted out another Slayer tune. Matt and Brett were floored. They emphatically told Ron that they didn’t need to find a vocalist. HE was the guy. Hesitant, Ron finally acquiesced. If they could find a bass player, they’d be up and running immediately. James was called, and in 1986, VIKING was born.They started furiously writing new tunes and reworking some of the Tracer and Hierophant material. In a very short time, they had a setlist and started booking shows.
VIKING managed to land a recording contract upon the completion of their second live concert, a feat practically unheard of in the clubs of Hollywood.VIKING went on to open for such acts as MEGADETH, FORBIDDEN, and SACRED REICH, as well as headlining many of their own shows.
Although VIKING had a six-album contract with Metal Blade Records and an upcoming U.S. tour with Helstar, Ron knew that his new-found Christian faith would not withstand the temptations of the road. He quit the band in 1990 along with Matt Jordan, who had also recently become a Christian. With only two members remaining, VIKING immediately disbanded. Brett, having replaced DARK ANGEL’s Jim Durkin on a world tour, joined the band full time, and released “Time Does Not Heal” before exiting the band himself. In the meantime, Ron and Matt had moved to Oregon, and James pursued a career in sculpture.
Fast-forward 22 years. A new generation of thrash fans revere the music of the “old guard”: that first wave of bands from ’85, ’86, and ’87 who followed Slayer and Metallica into the pit. Bootleggers are producing VIKING records and merchandise. Relentless requests from both long-time followers and new thrash fans demand the return of VIKING.
In 2011, Ron Daniel Eriksen and Matt Jordan reunited for the purpose of creating new tunes. The new VIKING page on Facebook gained over a thousand fans the first week — and continues to grow towards 20,000. A new, full-length studio album of original tunes has been written and recorded, soon to be released as “No Child Left Behind.” Original members Ron and Matt have teamed up with former Dark Angel bassist Michael Gonzalez, and Justin Zych of VadimVon, with live shows being booked for 2013.
Since brothers Jack and Michael Daly formed Stellar Road they have gone through much evolution. They’ve developed a love affair with songwriting and performing live in front of crowds, small and large, all across the U.S. They create a raw, eye opening, musically romantic and true experience for their listeners, with lyric and song at the forefront of their being. Their stories are those of love, life and loss woven into an unpredictable but meaningful canvas of music which is appreciated by all ages.
As their home Chicago and it’s neighbored cities caught on to their crafty pop-rock style and high energy live performances, Stellar Road started selling out local rooms and branching out to Midwestern college towns. As they turned the local page and started touring with additional musicians, local and national media started taking notice. Showcasing for Epic Records in L.A., opening slots for Bon Jovi, Nickelback & The Goo Goo Dolls, two successful independent releases, many battle of the bands competition crowns, and several national tours. Stellar Road’s enthusiasm and work ethic has never wavered.
After road-testing all of their initial material, in 2004 they released their debut album “Better Than Yesterday”. “B.T.Y.” was ranked in the top 5 albums of the year by Midwest Beat Magazine and has sold over 10,000 copies all over the globe. After a few months of touring for the album release, Stellar Road took a hiatus to write new music and find a collective group of more permanent band members to tour with. During their search for new musicians brothers Jack and Mike went back to their roots and started touring acoustically again.
In late 2006, Adrian Pacheco (bassist) was added to the SR Lineup. A short time later Maurice Jones (drums) was also acquired. They immediately gelled into what is now the newest edition of Stellar Road. The band started playing locally again to test and tweak new music that would end up on their 2009 self-titled release “stellar ROAD”. They celebrated their new independent album with a show at Chicago’s legendary Park West Theatre. Since then the band has toured relentlessly throughout the Midwest and East Coast. After spending the winter in Chicago and traveling for regional shows, they are eager to get back on the road to blanket the entire U.S. with their unique talents by the end of 2011.
DogHouse Swine was formed in mid 2009 by Ian, lead guitarist and vocalist, CEO, and self-proclaimed unstoppable force of nature. B.T., former guitar player and co-founder for the Legendary punk band The Wretched Ones, and Chris DeBellis on drums. After playing various club shows in the NJ/NY area, in 2010 they recorded their debut album ‘Faster Side Of Normal’, and released it under their own label Banned Records. Their first single “Bitch” also featured a video, directed by Dave Neabore of Dog Eat Dog fame. They have continued to play shows opening for noteable international bands such as Electric Frankenstein, and Mucky Pup. In 2012 the band expanded to include another member Iron Rich on bass, who was the former bassist for the The Wretched Ones, thus moving B.T. back to his natural state on rhythm guitar. By doing that the band’s sound has become beefier and more sonic, witch is evient on their new album, titled ‘Dogs Of War’, just realeased in Aug 2012. Another video will also be produced as well for the Album, by Dave Neabore once again. Uncharted Radio .com writes, “If you like your punk rock as authentic as it can get, I don’t think you’ll be disappointed with these guys. This is punk rock to the core.” Rock N’ Roll Army ezine from Germany writes “Honest and pure old school punk rock with no frills.” The band’s goal is to continue building an international fan base, and for more extensive touring, on an international level, as well as domestically.
2011 is the year of resistance and rebellion. Based out of Crete, Illinois Expired Empire has set out a goal to start a revolution among the music scene. The importance to instill a sense of innovation and bash ignorance within musical culture is the essence of Expired Empire. Being brought up in cultural variations and musical differences, each member of Expired Empire brings pristineness and individuality to form sounds of psychedelic proportions. Growing up together and understanding the importance of individual expression has made this five some, a power house of musical ingenuity. To fully understand and comprehend the magnitude of this new musical endeavor, come see them live and be prepared to undergo a revolution of your own.
If nothing changes, then shut it down.
Oceano’s ability to encode such transmission within the framework of tight, taught, and technical heavy music remains a key to their success since 2006. Over the years, the group has ignited a diehard fan base. Picking up where critically acclaimed 2015’s ‘Ascendants’ and 2017’s ‘Revelation’ left off, the band expands their patented deathcore punch with brutal heaviness and moments of unrelenting technicality and precision in their newest single, “Mass Produced”. Oceano utilizes thought-provoking lyricism that continues to elevate them within the landscape of heavy music, a key to their success over the past decade.
ClassicERA! Everyday.Rep.Aurora Put On For The City!! #630!!!
Hailing from the Dirty 130’s on the south side of Chicago, we introduce to you one of Chicago’s up and coming entertainers, Solo Xquzit.
Solo Xquzit was born and raised up on the south side of Chicago, Illinois. While growing up, he enjoyed playing baseball and basketball, but at the tender age of 10, he found his passion for entertainment.
He was influenced by some of raps biggest and brightest such as 2Pac, Biggie, Nelly, and Jay Z. Solo’s style and writing brings music and experiences that everyday people can relate to. As a youth and a teenager, he has won many talent competitions, he won first place in the Austin Town Hall Showcase. Undeterred by the competition, Solo’s performances on one of Chicago’s number one talent promotion show, The Royce Glamour Show, was by far a performance that lite up the place.
Honing his craft at various open mics and talent shows around the city, he has gained a huge fanbase. He has performed at The Regal Theater, Redemption Theater; at the ATL. vs. CHI-TOWN battle competition, Blue Star Lounge and etc., promoting his hit single,” DJ BRING IT BACK,” Solo attack’s the track with a way that has never been tried and done, so he knows what paying his dues is all about. Solo was once asked,” How do he see his self in the music industry?” Solo answered, “I’m not trying to be a follower or change the game. I’m trying to overcome the impossible when people told me it was a waste of time, and at the same time I’m trying to start trends.” He is ready to show the entire world what he has to offer to the world of music. I must say Solo Xquzit is one of Chicago’s rising stars.
Copasetic Music Group, also known as CMG the ‘Coolest Group Ever’ is a collective of artistic super heroes that hail from Chicago. CMG consists of P.Davis, Omega the Jack, Skillvorkian, Write Jus 1, Leadbelly, Spit Specialist, Furious Intellect, and DeCisive. The force is strong with this group of working class producers, emcees, and deejays. Each member has had past experiences pursuing a career in music that has shaped the desire to be an even stronger force in the independent market.
CMG crafts a unique sound that is as trial blazing as it is entertaining. Hip Hop music true to the essence of the golden era, with a modern day voice that crosses all walks of life. As gritty and competitive as the Wu Tang Clan with the soul and social commentary of the Stylistics… CMG is a refreshing glass of water for the thirsty music lover. Revitalizing the spirit with dope beats, dopes rhymes, great production, and energetic live performances.
CMG aims to bridge generational gaps thus giving a voice to those without one and who are misunderstood. Unity is the key to break down the barriers that currently hinders the progression of the Hip Hop culture, and more importantly the people in it. CMG works to achieve such unity with their mantra of ‘Camaraderie and Honesty’. Hoping to build a fellowship with not only artists in the Chicago music scene, but with artist everywhere. CMG shares their goals and music with the world, and hopes both will last for years to come.
Kenn Retro is an emerging underground MC from Chicago. Kenn was born and raised on the West Side city streets that has birth such artists as Common, Kanye West, The Cool Kids & Twista. Growing up in Oak Park, a diverse atmosphere, gave him much to talk about, allowing him to express his self freely, developing his talent, his gift that he would soon love and become one with. His Grandparents, already owning businesses, (Henderson Studio & Out of the Past Record’s) providing him with a diverse taste of music to marinate on, not only edged his style, but molded his personality. Growing up he performed cover songs with his cousins around the community, which gave him his first taste at stage presence. Perfecting his craft as an MC and lyricists, combining his words with the best flow possible, Kenn Retro has embarked on a journey to share his unique music with the world.
The InteLLects are a live hip-hop trio consisting of Banksthegenuis, theKidDirty, and Jonny Lew. The group was formed in late 2011 with one intention- to melt the faces of Generation Y with mind blowing, ear blasting, soulful and glorious music. It would be foolish not to boast of our raw skill and talent- not to mention that Britannica officially added “The InteLLects” as a synonym for swag.
But for real, we enjoy playing music, and we enjoy sharing it with you. That’s why we do what we do.
Brooke Dyan Candy is an American rapper, stripper, and Internet personality from Los Angeles, California. She is best known for co-starring in the music video for Grimes 2012 single “Genesis”. However, she is primarily known for being a bad ass both in her music videos and lyrical genius. Her style is incomparable and I’m sure that if you challenged her to a fight, you definitely would lose. Brooke Candy is infiltrating the scene and it is only a matter of time before she takes over the world.
Old School Country with a Gritty mix of 80’s Punk Rock.
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THE EVERSCATHED lineage dates back to 1996 when W. Frickenstein (bass/vocals) and his band mates chose a warpath of dark, dismal Death Metal to become known as ENMORTEM. The band went on to record and release 3 demos (“Bleeding The Sorrow” in 1997, “Their Blood I Offer The King” in 1998, “Manifestations Of Infernal Disgust” in 1999) and one EP (“Barbaric Displeasure” in 2000). In 2002, ENMORTEM were ready to record a full length and entered the studio to create the “Razors Of Unrest” album. Before the album was released, ENMORTEM decided on a name change, since the group’s past endeavors in no way represented the current song writing and purpose. As of January 1st, 2003, the band’s name was officially changed to THE EVERSCATHED. A series of injuries suffered by each of the band members (at different times) put off the release of “Razors” until 2006, when it was finally released by Open Grave Records. Many shows were played in support of the record, and in 2008 THE EVERSCATHED entered the studio to record “The Devils Cross” EP. Also recorded at that time was the two song “Path Of Soured Dreams” demo CD, which acted as a teaser to the song writing path the band was heading towards. In 2009, original drummer Tim Frickenstein left the band and was immediately replaced with longtime friend John Contreras, proven drummer and producer with the bands VEHEMENT and CONGLOMERATORZ. Shows in 2009 were the band’s strongest to date, with their stage presence increasing tenfold. The band continued writing for the next full-length album, and in 2010 recorded and released “Still Screaming World” through Allergicide Music. The band was now playing the biggest shows of their career, opening for nationals, headlining events and touring with other veteran Metal acts. In 2013 the band recorded the “Disgrace In Arms” EP, and shortly after it’s completion THE EVERSCATHED parted ways with long-time guitarist Brice Dalzell. Barely out of the studio and the band has already begun working on brand new material, along with honing the classic material with new guitarist Allen Mate (UNSOLEMN, EMBER, EMPYREAN SKY). With the new line-up intact, the band decided to record a brand new single. The song “Wave of Disaster” showcased the style that the band had been heading toward for many years – Death Metal for fans of All Metal. The single immediately took off as a fan favorite and led to 2014 being one of THE EVERSCATHED’s busiest touring years thus far. 2015 saw THE EVERSCATHED recording and releasing their most acclaimed album to date, with “Scars To Bare” finding an audience with more fans outside of the United States than ever before. Along with working on many new songs, 2016 will see the band celebrating the 10 year anniversary of “Razors Of Unrest”, an album that opened a lot of new doors for THE EVERSCATHED at that point in the band’s journey through the musical landscape. The band will continue to conquer new ears in new towns and celebrate past victories with longtime friends and fans along the roads already traveled. THE EVERSCATHED will continue to bring Death Metal to fans of All Metal!