Daniel Gayden, SOSO, YASMINE
Daniel Gayden, a Chicago-based multidisciplinary artist and drummer, emerges as a dynamic force from the vibrant cultural scene of the city’s South Side. With influences shaping his unique voice, Gayden’s rhythmic prowess extends beyond conventional boundaries, blending beats and the soulful resonance of love songs. As a seasoned drummer, he captures the diverse essence of Chicago’s music scene, commanding stages with a magnetic presence as a freelance performer. Gayden’s artistic journey goes beyond the drum kit; he is a visionary creative director, curating immersive experiences that transcend traditional art forms.
COCOJOEY, Kitty Litter, Anita Hart
Hitxion, HAVICK (FridaKa$hflo/Khari Ennui/ JaynSanity), Zeus Guap, TEDDY
Zion (Hitxion) is a Neo-Soul inspired artist from Chicago, IL. He started making music and performing in 2014 under various aliases and believe that love and community is foundation of creating beautiful art. Spread Love.
Blacc Kristoff, Viano and the Wave, CRASHprez, Gordon SKL
Blacc Kristoff (BK) is one of Chicago’s emerging music groups. Formed by rappers Shaun Peace, Super DaKario, and Sean 2g in 2017, BK is known for their genre bending fusion rap, tapping into influences from KAYTRANADA to Wu-Tang.
“Candy Sto”: Baldy Locs, Jovan Landry, and Mia Panic. With sounds by: SKOLi, K!te
The point of this show is to highlight women performers/djs and give it a seamless party/showcase with all high energy fun performers and DJs.
The Palmer Squares, Monopoly Money Tour featuring Fresh Kils, Spenny & Eric Gordon, Roshin
The Palmer Squares are a hip-hop duo from Chicago known for their off-the-wall rhyme patterns and long rap performances on YouTube shot in one take. Their debut album “FINNA” reached #18 on the iTunes Hip-Hop charts (#13 in Canada) and they have been featured on notable releases from Umphrey’s McGee, Tropidelic and UBI.
A Tale of Two Cities: Windy City – Big Mouf Bo, Closed Casket, Linda Sol
BigMouf’Bo is a musical artist hailing from the Southside of Chicago Closed Casket brings back the nostalgia of a deadly potent rap collective while offering a whole new idea of what that even means. Meet Linda Sol – the poet turned rapper hailing from the west side of Chicago making waves with her innovative style and captivating lyrics. From the final stages of slam festivals such as Louder than a Bomb and CUPSI, to POETRY magazine, to Lollapalooza 2020, Linda Sol is an artist that commands attention and instigates change.
Cole’s Bar Jam Session
Singers, rappers, and musicians of all levels of experience, skills, and genres, join us for an electrifying Open Jam at Cole’s Bar! Bring your musical talents and vibes to the stage – just BYO instruments and drum sticks. Our house band is ready to groove, and the mic is open for all 21+ artists. Let the music flow freely in a night of limitless creativity! This is a FREE event for musicians, and lovers of live music-so bring your friends, and let’s jam!
Kacie Brown & The Vision, The Megan Esther Band, Bread On Fork, and Haj
Kacie Brown (b. 2001) is a Neo-Soul/Pop singer-songwriter currently based in Chicago.Alongside her band, “The Vision” she has performed locally around the area, spreading messages of love and body acceptance. Kacie references many Black artists as her main influence of artistry. Sonically she notes Minnie Ripperton, Mariah Carey, and Micheal Jackson as artists who have inspired her greatly. The vocalist has recently graduated from Columbia College Chicago, with a BM in Contemporary, Urban and Popular Music with a focus in performance and songwriting. Her sophomore single “love” is being released very soon. And she’s been working on an EP and an album.
Chrissy Corazza, Curt Oren, Extravision
Chrissy is an Iowa-born Chicago musician who plays bass for a variety of local acts including Janet Blackwell, The Megan Esther Band, and b.lake. Primarily, she sings, writes, and plays bass for the highly collaborative six-piece band Public Ritual.Extravision is a band from Iowa and makes psychedelic prairie music. Their new album “Temporary Fountain” explores a blend of acoustic and electronic instrumentation and experiments with glitchy textures a la Animal Collective, Bon Iver, and Frank Ocean.