Zastava, Hearthands, Mail., Cabwaylingo
Zastava – We are a music band from Detroit, MI Hearthands is a band from Chicago. The music blends elements of slowcore, shoegaze, dream pop, and 90s indie rock. Their debut EP Devotion came out September 1, 2025. Mail. – Chicago Post-Hardcore swept across the cornfields and cattails. Cabwaylingo – New guitar music project of Conor Lynch. First and probably only show for a while.
Bum Rush, Yolk, Sana All
Bum Rush is an irreverent and sonically adventurous punk trio from Chicago that always delivers when they take the stage. Like if the Minutemen leaned more into their bebop influence and used fuzz pedals. Yolk is a Madison-based alternative rock band whose sound combines memorable melodies, noisy guitars, and layered production. For fans of Wednesday, Radiohead, Dinosaur Jr., and anything else that is grungy and loud. Sana All is midwest emo-adjacent music from Chicago. With catchy guitar riffs, driving bass lines, and existential lyrics, each song is a story to get lost in.
partygirl, Truth or Consequences New Mexico, Harley Omega
If you’ve seen partygirl’s name before, the word “maximalist” is never far behind. Since bandleader Pagona Kytzidis formed the group in 2021, the kinetic six-piece has amassed a cult following for their relentless, inventive music. Whether you’re attending partygirl’s cathartic, emotional shows or discovering their new music online, you’ll find that the band is equally likely to enter a soaring chorus as they are an earthshaking breakdown. Listen past the pyrotechnics and you’ll hear the energy of scrappy upstarts with the sharp songwriting to match their brute force strength. Their debut record, I’m so charming, I forgot who I was, is the culmination of years fine-tuning and road-testing music, but it’s just the beginning for this immensely promising band. Theatrical, eccentric, and vulnerable all at once, it’s a wildly successful first effort from a band overflowing with creativity. Truth or Consequences New Mexico (TCNM) brings a signature style of overdriven alt-country (affectionately known as “crunchry”), with growling choruses, weeping slide guitar, and twinkling lead lines hanging over thundering, fuzzy rhythms. And, in case you’re wondering, they’re from Chicago. Harley Omega is an industrial project, fusing elements of metal, hip hop and techno. Harley seeks to create the soundtrack for the nightmarish dystopia we find ourselves in today.
Empty Heaven, Jason Shapiro, Collective Fictions
Empty Heaven is a project that asks you to get lost in it. Between the cavalcade of releases from the year 2025 (6 albums), the performances that are never the same twice, and a very broad emotional bandwidth, it’s Anthony’s internal world made manifest.Sometimes, it’s the 6-piece band version of Empty Heaven creating a dizzying sonic atmosphere, or it’s Anthony solo at the piano doing an interactive, freewheeling show. Either way, EH puts on a show to be remembered and mulled over. Jason Shapiro has burned bridges with such prominent acts as Frog, Florry, and Good Flying Birds. He is a licensed aroma therapist and splits his time between Chicago and Dubai. Combining the poetic with the blunt realities of life and a healthy dose of dark humor, Collective Fictions weaves together narratives depicting peoples’ tragedies, triumphs, and all the strangeness that lies in between.
Lunde, Sitrus Sol, Favelas
Influenced by the melodic, straight-ahead sound of bands such as The Beach Boys, Boston, and America, Lunde is part of a growing movement bringing authentic rock ’n’ roll back to the forefront—emphasis on ROLL. Sitrus Sol is a four-piece Midwest Dream Rock band blending dreamy textures, jangly guitars, and emotionally charged melodies into a sound that’s both nostalgic and forward-thinking. 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 warm, immersive, and engaging songs. Favelas is a renowned Chicano band from Chicago’s south side, boasting a diverse set list that spans Reggae, Cumbia, Punk, Ska, and Hip Hop. We have had the privilege of opening for esteemed international Latin artists such as El Tri, Molotov, Los Caligaris, Maldita Vecindad, and Gondwana.
Astrid Pierce, Street Dove, Suzy Lee
Astrid Pierce makes loud and messy emo pop, and is from the Chicago Suburbs originally. Waukegan, Illinois is the town. This show is to promote her upcoming album “perfect storm” which comes out April 17th! Street Dove is an indie pop / art rock project out of Chicago, writing dreamy and punchy songs. Like the pop of Vampire Weekend, the hazy polish of Beach House, and the grandiose of the Flaming Lips, but with our own charm baked in. Suzy Lee is energetic and vibrant punk-pop/power pop Chicago band known for their emotionally driven lyrics and powerful vocals and drums. Music for pretty people!
Mellow Honey, Kay Zone, The Tracies
Embrace the psychonautic cerebrum-space pioneers, Mellow Honey! Tune out the dreary noise of the fluorine-powered mind campaign cast upon you by the elite. A glorious composition of acoustic propagation will carry you into a contemplative realm exploring the very fibers that hold together the reality of being. Join us in our exposition of human nature, the endless cycle of the work routine, and the modern day emotional anesthesia. Kay Zone – Sounds like prog rock space junk flying at 10,000mph also featuring The Tracies
Paper Hotel, First Electric, When the Wall Breaks Down
Paper Hotel is an experimental indie rock band- with themes of tension, push and pull, and vulnerability. First Electric is the solo project of singer, songwriter, and audio engineer Ellis Korblick Jay. The project’s all-genre approach to music is reflected in everything it does, whether that be writing songs, putting together a band for a live show, or curating a bill. First Electric’s songwriting process relies heavily on sample based rhythms and sequenced electronics to craft songs that feature introspective lyrics and guitar playing that ranges from riffs to sparse harmonies. However, it’s not common for these original arrangements to make it to the stage. Leaning into the intangible nature of live performance, no two live shows ever sound the same. Defined by collaboration, live shows are the project’s opportunity to work with and highlight local musicians that have left an impact on First Electric and his music. Joined by a different line up for every show, First Electric works with the strengths of a given ensemble to push his songs into uncharted sonic territories. The project also aims to build bridges between the many music scenes in Chicago by putting together bills with artists of all sounds and styles. When the Wall Breaks Down – Spontaneous, shapeshifting, ever-evolving improvised music from Chicago.
The Courts, PROBLEMS, TAGRANO, Directrix
the courts is a place. PROBLEMS is a one person band from Chicago, Il that makes fun, weird, beautiful dance music. Retired edgelord, former wook in recovery…PROBLEMS is your cool uncle. New record “PROBLEMS GETTING HARD” out in April. Tour with Getdown Services upcoming. Past shows with Lightning Bolt, Wolf Eyes, Dan Deacon, Pile, death’s dynamic shroud, Giant Claw…etc. This will be my homecoming show for a tour of Romania // Bulgaria // Hungary. TAGRANO is a solo artist and producer from Chicago’s southwest suburbs. Their sound is comprised of a blend of Emo, R&B, and Jazz, combining aspects of musical complexity with an energy of raw passion. They offer a unique voice and lyrical perspective as a trans masculine person of Black and Filipino heritage. Their live band consists of a revolving team of skilled musicians, making each performance a once in a lifetime event. directrix is a math concept and alt punk band making magic and music and curses in chicago and YOU are their next target
Stumble, Oildrum, Marital Bed, Gerfety
Oildrum is a 3-piece experimental band. Marital Bed is an experimental rock band. Stumble is a Chicago pop-punk band. Gerfety is a Chicago 3-piece Shadow Rock band.