bloodsports, ira glass, Stalled
bloodsports is a brooklyn-based slowcore and noise rock band. Since moving to New York at the beginning of 2024, they have built up a following through their dynamic and emotive live performances, dissonant guitars and driving rhythms. ira glass is a post-hardcore band from Chicago When the Wall Breaks Down says of Stalled- “Their music has everything I love to hear in a live music context- slow, moody passages, effect-drenched guitars, intricate rhythms, and unbelievably powerful sonic explosions when you least expect them.”
F.U.B.U. A Party For the Culture
Mobethicc Presents: F.U.B.U. A Party For the Culture Sounds By: DJ AJ Afrosheen Mobeethicc Time 10p-2A Tickets: Allies & Non-Black POC $10 adv $15 week of Black Folks: Free W/RSV
Rebecca Jaffe, The Devil Said Jump, Mike Landlot, May5a
Rebecca Jaffe is a Chicago-based music artist & comedian. Accompanied by her ukulele (and some interesting props), she tells her wacky, personal stories through whimsical songs. She has a playful sound with quirky lyricism and both folk and pop influence. Check out her EP “Hello Everyone” on all streaming platforms! The Devil Said Jump is a folk band from Chicago whose sound blends pop influences, folk instrumentation, and effortless harmonies. With quick-wits, and a knack for storytelling they’ve captivated Chicago audiences with their previous releases, including their debut album “All Shook Up” (2024). Mike Landlot is an entrepreneur from Goosefire Lake, WI whose businesses are known across the Midwest for their quality, integrity, and top tier customer service. Mike has recently filled in for ANDREW VOLPE of LUDO, and will be providing couples counseling to help promote Landlot Counseling and Notary Services. may5a is steeping something honest and warm for listeners who no longer want to proceed with caution!
Oh Geeez, Not Again, Luke Frees & The Shadowband, 5pm to Nowhere
Luke Frees writes songwriter-driven rock music and plays live with his backing group, The Shadowband. Retro-inspired guitars, soaring avant saxophones, and a tight rhythm section give the band its energetic edge, all the while prioritizing the writing and serving the song. Their newest album, Tomorrow’s Lucid Dream, is now available on all streaming platforms, and their greatest hits compilation album can be found on vinyl at lukefrees.net. Arriving from out of the woods along the shores of Lake Michigan, Oh Geeez, Not Again is here to soundtrack your expedition through the wilderness of reality. The Milwaukee indie pop quartet – Sean McGibany (vocals/guitar/banjo), Jack Gilmond (vocals/guitar), Alex Dollenmayer (drums), and Joe Ludwig (bass) – are lifelong musical adventurers and distill their sound from an eclectic blend of 2000’s pop punk, 2010’s alternative, and 90’s country.Specializing in colorful lyrics, driving organic beats, and nonstop melodic hooks, their songs are sure to get stuck in your head and make you feel like the protagonist in your own coming of age movie. Milwaukee alternative rock voyagers 5pm to Nowhere emerged in 2020 under the creative vision of singer-songwriter Jacob Webb, drawing from the grand emotional balladry of alternative icons like Jeff Buckley and Sufjan Stevens. With drummer Ben Dahms, keyboardist Noah Bayer, and guitarist Christian Lese infusing 5pm to Nowhere with new indie rock sound and energy, 5pm to Nowhere continues their sonic expedition into uncharted territories.Milwaukee alternative rock voyagers 5pm to Nowhere emerged in 2020 under the creative vision of singer-songwriter Jacob Webb, drawing from the grand emotional balladry of alternative icons like Jeff Buckley and Sufjan Stevens. With drummer Ben Dahms, keyboardist Noah Bayer, and guitarist Christian Lese infusing 5pm to Nowhere with new indie rock sound and energy, 5pm to Nowhere continues their sonic expedition into uncharted territories.
Anne Helen Wells (album release), Hedra Rowan, Shinespark, omg_aeri, MaryMary!
Anne Helen Wells makes digital pop music in a desperate attempt to be known, to be loved & to get off. Bristling with icy shards & rubbery squeaks, her intimately inhuman vocals and art pop songwriting begs to be savored, bone marrow drawn from circuit boards. Hedra Rowan- “I usually make noises but these are my slow sad songs.” Shinespark is bubbly, hifi, cute, sad, shiny, sweet, digital POP music for anyone. MaryMary! is a noisepop musician who sings about love and fear and self respect. She loves analog synths and digital samplers, both of which can be heard on her EP, entitled MY STUPID HEART LIKE A SNOWGLOBE FULL OF BLOOD. Her music and other endeavors can be found at linktr.ee/marymarychic. Former catgirl popstar, omg_aeri is an electronic pop music producer, performer, and sound designer. having performed with the likes of Anita Velveeta, Cocojoey, and Fraxiom; Aeri blends catchy hooks and melodies with the sounds of pc music, digicore, and “recession pop” into a cascading display of “glittering queer luster”.
Jett Girls, Rareforms, The Laughing Hearts
The Jett Girls are a rag tag group here to wreak havoc, cause chaos, and marry their love for the absurd with high powered rock music. Rareforms makes heavy psych rock tinged with 90’s influences. A power trio bringing a high-energy show with riffs and intricacies to pull people in from the other room. The Laughing Hearts are from Chicago. Our first full length Album “TRACES” is out now. We are excited to share it with you. We have been a band since 2017, and will be forever.
Chainbreaker, Augment, Chaosphere, Malinche
Malinche is a Chicago band from the Southside founded on Malört to make, Malört-core! Chaosphere plays groove metal with hardcore/diy ethos. Pushing boundaries sonically and diversifying our scene. Everything we do is for Chicago. We will play anywhere to anyone. Life is just a sentencing. Augment are a Chicano hardcore band from the Southside of Chicago that plays a mixture of heavy groove riffs mixed with heavy beatdown 2 step drums. RIYL: desmadre, DARE. Chainbreaker is music to beat up your best friend to.
The Orchard, Pool Hall, Dogcatcher
The Orchard describes themselves as “Barn Rock” and will be performing their new EP County Fair Pool Hall brings fast licks, catchy lyrics, and a damn good time. Since its inception as the songwriting project of Chicago-based Iowa expat Mitch McAndrew, Dogcatcher has grown into a dynamic, twangy, and agile starting 5 that isn’t afraid to crash the boards.
Public Figure, Arcade Riot, Radar Waves, HeadTrip
Public Figure is an alternative pop-rock band whose focus throughout its time has been writing with the exclusive purpose of making their songs catchy and fun for themselves and their audience. With influences ranging from The Strokes to Red Hot Chili Peppers to Maroon 5, their debut singles “Poor and Pretty”, “Better Sleep”, and “Hollywood” have galvanized their fanbase across the Midwest, leading to multiple sold-out shows and a crowd that is obsessed with their art and personalities. Arcade Riot is an energetic neon pop-punk band from Omaha, Nebraska, with their roots in the music that shaped the childhood of kids growing up in the late 90s and early 00s. Their aim is to set themselves apart with catchy riffs and earworm hooks. With their soaring vocals, blazing guitars, and relatable lyrics, Arcade Riot is a force to be reckoned with in the modern pop-punk resurgence. Radar Waves is a trio that plays trash rock for trash people. HeadTrip is a Chicago Pop Punk 4-piece giving you high energy shows, relatable lyrics and infectious hooks.
Daundry, Atheena, Bum Rush
Daundry is a three-piece grungagze band from Chicago IL. Atheena is rock band that mixes early 2010’s alternative rock and 90’s grunge sound. Our recent release,”What We Do In Secret”, highlights our influences that range from Narrow Head to The Smashing Pumpkins. Interesting guitar work with grittiness will captivate the crowd and have you thinking,”When’s the next show?”. Bum Rush is a loud, energetic and irreverent punk trio based in Chicago, Illinois. They sound like all of your favorite bands rolled into one, but with more kick. There’s never a dull moment when Bum Rush steps up to the plate. They play shows often and sometimes release music, which you can check out anywhere you listen to music.