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A Meditative Vacation of The Mind: Rich Jones on 'Blue Beach' and 2022
A Meditative Vacation of The Mind: Rich Jones on 'Blue Beach' and 2022

Staff writer Zach Gase catches up with Rich Jones and Killer Kane to talk about their collab project Blue Beach and what’s in store for 2022.

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Q&AZach GaseJanuary 28, 2022Rich Jones, Killer KaneComment
The Heat Index: Frsh Waters • what’s next…?
The Heat Index: Frsh Waters • what’s next…?
The Heat IndexPedro GonzalezJanuary 28, 2022Frsh Waters, Ambi Lyrics Comments
The Heat Index: Ohana Bam - In Ohana We Trust
The Heat Index: Ohana Bam - In Ohana We Trust
Pedro GonzalezJanuary 21, 2022Comment
Finding Inspiration with Heartgaze
Finding Inspiration with Heartgaze

Staff writer Halle Mohr recently sat down with Clem, better known as Heartgaze, to discuss his latest release “CHINO, CA,” his creative foundation, the paradox of social media and more.

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Q&AHalle MohrJanuary 20, 2022HeartgazeComment
Step Inside The World of yesterdayneverhappened
Step Inside The World of yesterdayneverhappened

In our Q&A with yesterdayneverhappened, Staff writer Ellie Naughton catches up with the Chicago-based creator to learn more about the concepts and influences that went into the making of their debut project twilight princess.

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Q&AEllie NaughtonJanuary 18, 2022yesterdayneverhappenedComment
Out of Chaos TheLoveofPpl. Blossoms
Out of Chaos TheLoveofPpl. Blossoms

Following the release of their debut album, we connect with the newly formed trio TheLoveofPpl. to learn about how they came together despite the difficulties of the last two calendar years.

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Q&AMichael MagitmanJanuary 14, 2022TheLoveofPpl., Blake Davis, Blank Face Villain, AnaiComment
The Heat Index: CP • GO
The Heat Index: CP • GO
Pedro GonzalezJanuary 14, 2022CPComment
The Heat Index:  Freddie Old Soul • Enter the Void
The Heat Index: Freddie Old Soul • Enter the Void
Pedro GonzalezJanuary 12, 2022Freddie Old SoulComment
Meet Local DIY Studio ‘Gear Symbol’
Meet Local DIY Studio ‘Gear Symbol’

We caught up with the team at Gear Symbol, an artists’ studio in Chicago’s McKinley Park, to find out more about their cause.

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Q&AHalle MohrDecember 14, 2021Gear SymbolComment
Khi Infinite is Creating His Own Reality
Khi Infinite is Creating His Own Reality

These Days catches up with Khi Infinite following the release of his new single “Missed Calls”

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Q&A, Respect The NeighborsMichael MagitmanDecember 14, 2021Khi Infinite Comment
Red Bull SoundClash • These Days Predictions
Red Bull SoundClash • These Days Predictions

Staff writer Ben Moskow previews Red Bull SoundClash: Rico Nasty Vs. Danny Brown ahead of the highly anticipated face-off Wednesday December 15th.

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Event PreviewBen MoskowDecember 13, 2021Red Bull SoundClash, Rico Nasty, Danny BrownComment
Search Party Magazine Brings St. Louis to Chicago this Sunday
Search Party Magazine Brings St. Louis to Chicago this Sunday
Event PreviewBen MoskowDecember 9, 2021St. Louis, Tara MahadevanComment
Gayun Cannon Wants Us All to Heal
Gayun Cannon Wants Us All to Heal

Staff writer Ben Moskow speaks with Gayun Cannon about their unique musical upbringing, what made them comfortable baring her soul on the EP, and who they feel the closest to in the Chicago music scene.

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Q&ABen MoskowDecember 8, 2021Gayun CannonComment
Alaina Castillo Steps Into Her Confidence and Sound
Alaina Castillo Steps Into Her Confidence and Sound

Ahead of her Schubas show last week, we caught up with pop-artist Alaina Castillo to talk about sharing her newly built confidence with fans, working on music during Covid, personal growth, and more.

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Q&AIman MusicNovember 24, 2021Alaina CastilloComment
Making It Out Of Retrograde with Ebony Loren
Making It Out Of Retrograde with Ebony Loren

We sat down with rising artist Ebony Loren to discuss where she finds her inspiration, her newest track “Retrograde,” her unanticipated viral success, and what’s lined up next.

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Q&AHannah GonzalezNovember 15, 2021Ebony LorenComment
On Being a Fan & ‘Steve’s Demo’: A Q&A With KAI
On Being a Fan & ‘Steve’s Demo’: A Q&A With KAI

Staff writer Ben Moskow recently caught up with KAI to talk about his creative process, the inspiration behind the project, how the features on his project Steve’s Demo came together, and more.

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Q&ABen MoskowNovember 8, 2021KAIComment
Lucy Park Gives A Fresh Sound and Feel to R&B
Lucy Park Gives A Fresh Sound and Feel to R&B

With her debut EP Before I Speak having been in our rotation since its release this spring and the recent release of her latest single “Brighter Days",” we felt now was as good as a time as any to connect with the talented Lucy Park.

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Respect The Neighbors, Q&AChaunice AllenNovember 8, 2021Lucy ParkComment
Still Woozy Invites You Inside His Head
Still Woozy Invites You Inside His Head

As part of the recent press rollout for Still Woozy’s project, we got the chance to speak to the Bay Area native via a virtual press conference. His thoughtful commentary gave us insight into the creation of his album while further humanizing him as both an artist and a person.

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Respect The Neighbors, Q&AHalle MohrOctober 4, 2021Respect The Neighbors, Still WoozyComment
Fall/Winter 2021 Concert + Events Guide
Fall/Winter 2021 Concert + Events Guide

As we celebrate the return to the stage, throughout the Fall/Winter 2021 we’ll be refreshing this page with concerts and other events we’d like to spotlight!

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Patrick 'Pwelbs' WelbySeptember 30, 2021Events GuideComment
CENSORED dialogue Will Not Be Censored
CENSORED dialogue Will Not Be Censored
Q&AEllie NaughtonSeptember 23, 2021CENSORED dialogue, Respect The NeighborsComment
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