Prathloons, Caleb Nichols, Winefred RT, Silo’s Choice
Prathloons is the Chicago-based songwriting project of Collin Dall formed in 2018. Dall’s songwriting layers poetic, melancholic lyrics atop glacial arrangements on guitar, drums, piano, & violin. The songs reminisce on the mess of getting old, the woes of long-term relationships, & accepting that the meaning of our time on earth is simpler than we think: to love and listen, and to hope for the same in return.Caleb Nichols is a queer poet and musician from a working class family in California. Caleb’s critically acclaimed rock opera “Ramon” was released on iconic indie label Kill Rock Stars in 2022, and his next KRS album is out in fall 2023. Winefred RT is the indie folk-rock solo project of Zoe Bockhorst. Coming out of Madison, WI and now based in Chicago, IL, Winefred RT’s music weaves together clever, cutting lyrics and delicate vocals. Described once by a fan as like “if Joni Mitchell […] grew up with internet access”Silo’s Choice is the alias of Jon Massey, Chicagoan, who since 2010 has amassed an encyclopedic catalog that bridges Verlaines-ish indie, folk, and contemporary classical.
nadNavillus, Matt Christensen, The Lost Year
Equal parts guitar and vocal driven, sonically and structurally diverse, nadNavillus is the music of Dan Sullivan. A Chicago resident since the late 90s, Sullivan has recorded with Glen Hansard and Jason Molina, including on the latter’s seminal “Magnolia Electric Company”, as well as releasing 4 full-length LPs with long-running Art-Metal ensemble Arriver.Matt Christensen is a Chicago-based musician who has played in the band Zelienople for over 20 years.Emerging from Chicago’s vibrant musical landscape, The Lost Year is a compelling force in the indie rock genre. With their distinct blend of introspective lyricism, dreamy melodies, and subdued (but at times explosive) energy, this four-piece band captivates audiences with their authentic sound and impassioned performances.
Earthgrazer, Deryk G., Inland
Earthgrazer is a Chicago-based power trio blending the impressionist sounds of shoegaze and psychedelic rock with the muscle and agility of alternative and progressive rock.
Sin, Supercorp, tunnel
Sin. is a supersonic psychedelic garage rock project based out of the depths of the underground music scene in Chicago, Illinois. The band is fronted by Ethan Oliver on vocals and guitar, Brian Chindblom on lead guitar, Joe McTague on bass and Caleb Nelson on drums. This 4 piece powerhouse of a group uses glamourous sparkly chords, fuzzy and spacey guitar tones, simple yet effective rock beats, exhilarating bass lines, and chilling vocals to create a beautiful amalgamation of “Do It Yourself”, psychedelic rock fusion.At its core, Sin. Is a rock and roll group through and through. However, conceptually, Sin. goes much deeper. Front man Ethan Oliver grew up in the Evangelical Christian church, surrounded by missionaries, pastors, and devout followers of Christ. With this upbringing came a lot of shame surrounding things like human desire and emotions, condemned and called Sin, without him fully understanding why. Ethan named the project Sin. as a sort of positive reclamation of the term. Sin. as a project aims to embrace the human experience and reject spiritual transcendence, giving in to desire, lust, gluttony, wrath, etc… Sin. wants you to take pride in your animalistic instincts, and some of the darker parts of your psyche.
Moron’s Morons, Night Freak, Satanic Panic, STIFF
Moron’s Morons is a tongue-in-cheek horror inspired punk rock band from Warsaw, Poland with 2 LPs out on Slovenly & Sweet Time Records and singles out on various labels.Night Freak are a feral blend of 70’s riff worship, 80’s hardcore punk, and straight up rocknroll; crammed with frantic back beats, ripping guitar solos, and throat shredding vocals at every turn.Chicago Action Rock!! High energy, high speed tunes made for the rock n roll rats that roam the land. Slam a shot of malort, double fist some beers and get ready for SATANIC PANIC.STIFF is a loud thrash rock and roll band from lake co IL.
DCTOP40, Huron Coast, Cindy Crawford Cult, Never Been Won’t Go
DCTOP40 plays Sychadelic Soul on his mystical axe. A reappropriated Funk Paisley spirit forged in the crucible of Chicago’s Brown Sound and ‘90s Indie.Huron Coast is a project by Chicago musician, Nick Davio. This group has a rotating cast of musicians, and sometimes is accompanied by a choir. Charlie Malave adds some cello/electric guitar magic over soaring vocals and harmonies. Think Phoebe Bridgers and Thom Yorke esque – super mellow vibes.Cindy Crawford Cult is cheap, deep, splashy, trashy, pessimistic, hedonistic, rock, schlock, folk, a joke, punk, junk, hardcore country rock n roll for people born with or without a soul. Never Been Won’t Go is a new Indie Rock Power trio from Chicago, IL. They mix thoughtful lyrics with lush musicianship and heavy drums.
Vessel, Butthole, Intoner, Cat Tag
Sometimes hypnotic, sometimes kraut-y, sometimes breakneck, sometimes danceable, sometimes pining, sometimes sly. Atlanta’s Vessel make a sound that could only be the result of these four people together in a room — a sound that is wildly, vividly alive.Butthole. They are the shit.Noise Rock with something for everyone. Have you been Intoned?Cat Tag is a Chicago based post-emo band.
The Ricky Liontones Revue, The Alright Maybes, The Laughing Hearts
Ricky Liontones is a multi talented singer-songwriter from Chicago who has made a name for himself with his unique blend of funk, pop and rock music. With a powerful voice and dynamic stage presence, Ricky quickly gained a following in the Chicago music scene. He has built a fanbase drawn to his high-energy live shows by playing on just about every stage in Chicago and its surrounding cities and performing at festivals like Ruido Fest, Wicker Park Fest, Good Ole Days Fest and Pilsen Fest. He’s shared the stage with Joanna Connor, LA Guns, Demob Happy, Stoner, The Deady Boys, Suzi Moon and countless other incredible musicians.Since their debut in 2021, The Alright Maybes have built a dedicated audience with energetic live shows in the Chicago Area and released 3 EPs and 7 singles. Their music is a modern blend of melodic songwriting, 90s alternative, 60s baroque pop rock, and a touch of new wave. Fans and reviewers have compared them to acts like No Doubt, The Beths, Souxise and the Banshees, and Blondie to name a few.The Laughing Hearts are a rock band from Chicago.
Imelda Marcos, Life Of Yum Yum, Dust Muscle, Temp Hold
Imelda Marcos is a Chicago-based avant noise rock band whose sonic palette is pointillistic, percussive and rhythmic.Life of Yum Yum is a groovy noise rock band from Chicago
John Forrest & The Model Citizens, North Warren, Sin.
John Forrest & The Model Citizens are an alternative band based in Minneapolis Minnesota. With an upbeat danceable sound the music tries to capture the changing dynamics of love, self-destruction, loneliness, and isolation in the digital age.