Intoner’s coalescence of sound cannot be constrained to one genre. The Chicago band practices a self-defined class of distorted noise, evocative lyrics and a reverberating energy that lends itself to the buzzing life of the city’s underground scene. Whether it’s somebody’s basement or an established Chicago venue, there’s a reason why concertgoers dub themselves “Intoned” after a show: there’s nothing quite like Intoner.Set List:1. Last Cigarette 2. Turning White 3. Season of the Witch (by Donovan) Links to Intoner:https://www.instagram.com/intonerband/https://open.spotify.com/artist/7i1dlR4jFIJkZpqrUR3Wjc?si=umIlPIFBRku5d08PCD5uQA&nd=1&dlsi=6e97fc40730248cb

The rising artist She Blushes Rose, a powerhouse vocalist filled with emotion, heart, and passion leaves her audience feeling touched by the authenticity of her feeling and voice. Since a young age, She Blushes Rose has had a love for music, taste in older genres, and learning guitar. Now at Columbia College Chicago, she is producing her own music to the world, posting covers on YouTube, singing at family events and open mics, planning to have new music on the way, including a full-length album. She Blushes Rose is an eccentric old soul who wants to live life abstractly and to be bold in who she is.Set List:1. Yellow Flowers  2. I’d Rather Go Blind (by Etta James) 3. Different colors  4. Cafe (featuring Alexis Delgado)Links to She Blushes Rose:https://music.apple.com/us/album/boy-bye/1687341042?i=1687341043https://open.spotify.com/artist/6dgnI3jRORNttUPXavS32Bhttps://www.instagram.com/sheblushesrose?igsh=MXM4ejBuYnFvaWI0Zg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Tankoo The Goat is a 19-year-old sophomore music major with an acting minor at Columbia College Chicago. Originally from the west side of Chicago, he is an artist, rapper, singer, and dancer. His music, according to him, “Is a dedication to my mom who passed away”. Additionally, he wants to “show others that you can do anything you put your mind to”. Influences include the following: Chris Brown, Michael Jackson, Pop Smoke, Ciara, and professional dancers.Set List:1. More Hate Than Love 2. Envy Me 3. Only One 4. Angel Numbers (by Chris Brown)Links to Tankoo The Goat:https://www.instagram.com/tankoo_the_ghttps://www.youtube.com/@TANKOO_THE_G

DZ Riley is a Chicago-based funk rock band formed back in 2019. The group composes conceptual and narrative-driven music drawing inspiration from various styles. From old-school sound to modern genre-melding, DZ’s music showcases everything they’ve got.Set List:1. Crude Camaro2. Tel Aviv 3. My Favela 4. Hold On, I'm Comin' (by Sam & Dave)Links to DZ Riley:https://www.instagram.com/dz_riley/https://open.spotify.com/album/3zUQ8QmxnkkmbwnsFZ98tv?si=uz51fPzHR8KnFp1Ls-VcbA&nd=1&dlsi=061e553622444c6bhttps://dzriley.bandcamp.com/

Though she grew up in a musical family, Kathrynn discovered music on her own. As a kid, she was inspired by artists she found on YouTube — anyone from Justin Bieber to Tina Turner. Now, she’s playing with musicians who each come from different musical backgrounds. But despite that, the band is united in their goal, to embody music itself.Set List:1. How? 2. Dead Body 3. Young & Beautiful (by Lana Del Rey) 4. Is This All We Get?Links to Kathrynn Vettas & Friends:https://linktr.ee/kathrynnvettashttps://open.spotify.com/artist/1n4IMy0UBoGZ4KzcU8DDhf?si=E092Q9RfTd-gltOUPXICYA&utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktree&nd=1&dlsi=8455d9e7f3284d23https://music.apple.com/us/artist/kathrynn-vettas/1481543834https://www.instagram.com/kathrynnvettas/

Feed the Monkeys rose from the ashes of high school cover bands in the Chicago suburbs, pulling inspiration from the likes of Vundabar, Title Fight, Chon, and Jeff Rosenstock to brew their blend of indie-punk in 2018. An album and several EPs later, they are more determined than ever to keep growing as writers and performers. Currently comprised of Chris Rieger, LJ Galdo, Julian Race, and Chris Ziebert, Feed the Monkeys is slowly gaining a sense of self in the local music scene - without taking themselves all too seriously.Set List:1. 22 2.  Night Monkey 3.  Shell City 4. Monkey Gone to Heaven (by Pixies)Links to Feed the Monkeys:https://www.instagram.com/feedthemonkeysband/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/feedthemonkeysband/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Y4Xglb7NUta2OsKRgUGPI?si=H87o2VFCSaOthDyc4YzQdw&nd=1&dlsi=fa72c1cf7ba64a07https://www.tiktok.com/@feed.the.monkeys?_t=8ktadvSMuJ0&_r=1

Emerging from the northwest suburbs, Top Deck is a 4-piece alternative/emo/shoegaze band that has been making music for over 2 years. Their style is all over the place, as seen on their debut mixtape, “Don’t Lose Your Footing” , containing songs that range from chill indie pop tracks to atmospheric emo songs. Top Deck isn’t so much an idea, or an image; simply put, it’s just four guys trying their best to write good music and have fun sharing it with you. They will be as honest as they can, so long as there is someone to stand there and listen. So, stay, because you can see so much up here, from the Top Deck.Set List:1. Afterburner 2. Misery 3. Can't Take it Back 4. Head in the Ceiling Fan (by Title Fight)Links to Top Deck:https://linktr.ee/topdeckbandhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/1P14X3VuOH1n9OId22O0Tlhttps://top-deck.bandcamp.com/track/stop-fightinghttps://www.instagram.com/top_deck_official/ 

Yin Waster is the musical project from Griffin Mang and Gabe Huff. Founded in 2016 as a solo recording project by Griffin, Gabe soon joined while both were attending Columbia College Chicago. Shortly after, the duo began playing shows around the city as well as recording, producing and releasing their own songs in their own style which they lovingly refer to as "Gas Station Folk''. A heady combination of groovy psychedelic riffs and pastoral tenderness. Yin Waster hope you dig in and enjoy all the cosmic shenanigans they have to offer. Set List:1. I Wanna Be Your Man2. Pushin' Too Hard (Originally by The Seeds)3. I've Been Living By The Ocean 4. 1446 (Who Decided This)Links to Yin Waster:https://campsite.bio/yinwaster

Moonsyde began in the fall of 2021 with Clint Moon and Chris Kenji Brenden meeting through the Hip Hop Collective (currently known as HIDEOUT) at the University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign. Through their musical connections on campus, they were joined by Zuhair Ali, Matt Mak, Ryan Martin, Diego Orellana and Will Penne. They are actively working to finish their debut EP. Along the way they teamed up with Jess Miyata and Dheya Pio to help create their unique blend of funk, hip-hop, and alternative styles and bring their vision to reality.Set List:1. Pretend 2. High Tide (Muay Thai) 3. Stardust 4. Disco Yes (by Tom Misch)Links to Moonsyde:https://open.spotify.com/artist/1clG01vBr7HwGAOybYNEEt?si=hhC6TemNRG2ZDmDLv3PGsA&nd=1&dlsi=4e91800826bb4f7ehttps://www.instagram.com/moonsyde_/

Originally from a small town in Wisconsin, Ashley Lahay is excited to be sharing her love for music in the city of Chicago. Her music is a mix of folk and indie pop, with soaring melodies and slice of life anecdotes!Set List:1. Graduation2. Someone Song3. 174. All I Want (Kodaline)Links to Ashley Lahay:https://www.instagram.com/ashley_lahay/

Hemlocke is a band that likes to explore the blending of genres from metal and alternative to shoegaze and grunge. With backgrounds from across the US, and musical interests from System of a Down to Karol G, Hemlocke is no stranger to experimentation in their writing.Set List:1. Blood Ball   2. Obsidian  3. Brackish (by Kittie) 4. Prey   Links to Hemlocke:https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/hemlocke3/baptism-live-at-wcrx-fm-sessions33https://open.spotify.com/artist/6x3Q7JRSxRAHDBbpGyxnKZhttps://music.apple.com/us/album/baptism-live-at-wcrx-fm-sessions-33-ep/1756593578https://www.instagram.com/hemlocke.band?igsh=MWgyd3d2eTVha2Nhcg%3D%3D 

Ever wanted the theatrics of emo and the horror of hardcore to smooch a little? May we introduce to you, Chicago's own eerie, dancey, scream-soaked four-piece: Carnivore Mommy. This 4-piece featuring Lauren on vocals, Sage on bass, Nicholas on guitar, and Gabe on drums, is sure to stoke your inner fire.Set List:1. Mr. Disgusting2. Flash Gash Cash3. What Did I Do Wrong?4. Drink (by Destroy Boys)Links to Carnivore Mommy:https://www.instagram.com/carnivore.mommy/https://linktr.ee/carnivore.mommy

Myskie is a rapper, lyricist, and musician proudly from the Southside of Chicago. He’s always been a performer and musician, but through the struggle of quarantine, he began to take music seriously as a lifestyle and career. He draws influence from artists like J Cole, Lil Wayne, Ice Cube, Chance the Rapper and many more. If you forget how to say Myskie, it rhymes with “ain’t nobody like me”. Set List:1. One Year Subscription  2. Walked the Wilderness  3. Pathfinder  4. Brown Sugar (by Mos Def)Links to Myskie:https://linktr.ee/myskiehttps://open.spotify.com/artist/2JrwmkTN90YJNyFIoVIbX1https://music.apple.com/us/artist/myskie/1627505299

Kannon Steinmeyer, guitarist and vocalist from the St. Louis-based psychedelic garage rock band, Lemons, adapts a few songs from the Lemon’s discography for this lone acoustic performance. With crunchy riffs and roaring vocals, Lemons puts on an impassioned must-see performance.Set List:1. Sweating  2. Fairy Lightning Beam  3. Lower Level  4. Goodbye Bread (by Ty Segall)  Links to Lemons:https://linktr.ee/LEMONSBANDSTL?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=c9996519-9f9a-4f27-b6b6-487021a97e95https://music.apple.com/us/artist/lemons/1552346038https://open.spotify.com/artist/7yIZbUIBwwWT9lNyCQi6uL?si=AEKs7LDVTwKFKiKLYbEyPA&nd=1&dlsi=6658bcda99a84200

Printing House is a vibrant six-piece band electrifying the Chicago music scene with their unique blend of rock, alternative, and soul. Formed by a group of talented musicians who crossed paths at Columbia College Chicago, their synergy and passion for music have captivated audiences throughout the city. Stay tuned, because Printing House is just getting started.Set List:1. Never in Question 2. Flowers for the Man 3. Boxes 4. Pool House (by Backseat Lovers) Links to Printing House:https://www.printinghouseband.com/?fbclid=PAAabVE0-5q3gV_MIX0nGdzw1SMGpIRn51kH0g8kZNvQCaRxfO6P-WYBeHRV0_aem_Afbi2aP1-PWPlEo5vX4X4-AK6M2rSDtNQjXDbeuc9bQ7NVWQOY6dPi-i7s_qYQ9tC7g

Noah Floersch is a Nashville-based 25-year-old artist and songwriter. Born and raised in Nebraska, Floersch developed a sound with folk roots, rock stems, and pop flowers. Since 2018, Floersch has released over 70 original songs, the most notable being “Ghost of Chicago,” “On Your Mind,” and “Love You By Myself.” He recently finished a tour opening for Ricky Montgomery.  Set List:1. Clean 2. Cup 3. Ghost of Chicago Links to Noah Floersch:https://www.instagram.com/noahfloersch/?hl=en https://open.spotify.com/artist/6fU24B4K9kWmFt5WTwwsLFhttps://music.apple.com/us/artist/noah-floersch/1444911767https://www.noahfloersch.com/

In the ever-growing realm of fifth-wave emo, there are bands that make you feel, and bands that make you feel feral. Arcadia Grey does both. With heart-wrenching lyrics and explosive mosh anthems, the Chicago outfit has caught the attention of Alternative Press as well as crowds around the country.Check out more from Arcadia Grey on Spotify and Apple Music!Set List:1. Dogdays 2. Moshpit Girlfriend  3. Kyoto (by Pheobe Bridgers) 4. Konami Code  5. Skrrt Cobain  

From the south suburbs of Chicago comes Red Adrenaline! A three-piece punk rock band with roots in garage rock, grunge, and metal. The band jokingly describes themselves as “like Nirvana but worse”. But in all honesty, the band has crafted a blend of sonic goodness that can't be put into a single subgenre.Set List:1. Fairground 2. You've Heard This Song Before 3. Only Yours 4. Everlong (by Foo Fighters)Links to Red Adrenaline:https://www.instagram.com/redadrenaline/https://music.apple.com/us/artist/red-adrenaline/1654240056https://open.spotify.com/artist/63qt5BrdTfpbdRqDMRTVu0?utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktreehttps://linktr.ee/redadrenaline

Sweet Hudson is a four-piece alternative rock band from Chicago, largely influenced by the likes of bands such as The Strokes, The Last Dinosaurs, and NUMBER GIRL. The band embraces the jank that is their lives and puts it into the context of their inconsistent sound.  Set List:1. Lonely Girl  2. Someone Else  3. The Cure 4. Sparks (by Coldplay)Links to Sweet Hudson:https://linktr.ee/Sweet_Hudson

Kimbelle is a Chicago indie pop band with leanings towards rock, emo, and alternative. The five piece outfit expresses their eclectic sound through a dynamic stage performance that has garnered acclaim from crowds far and wide.Set List:1. Secret Third Thing 2. Sky King 3. Time Travel Exists 4. Fake Plastic Trees (by Radiohead) Links to Kimbelle:https://www.instagram.com/kimbelle.of.the.ball/

Maya Tanaka Allwardt is a jazz fusion pianist who captivates audiences with her distinctive style and technical virtuosity. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Hiromi, Herbie Hancock, and Chick Corea, her award-winning talent for piano and percussion has cemented her reputation as a major talent and musical innovator. Check out more from Maya on Spotify and Apple Music!Set List: 1. Seeker (By Hiromi) 2. Origin 3. Fix It Felix 4. Sandoval Links to Maya Tanaka Allwardt:https://www.instagram.com/mayaki_tanaka/https://linktr.ee/mayaki_tanakahttps://music.apple.com/us/album/pilot/1611427589https://open.spotify.com/artist/3S4nbfmWhOAxsPWKHiy8sw

Liptoss are a seven-piece band with two lead singers. They blend catchy pop hooks with the gritty authenticity of rock’s rebellious spirit. The band is unified by the effort to infuse their music with a fresh, invigorating sound. They invite listeners to immerse themselves in a world where the boundaries between pop and rock blur.Set List:1. Obvious  2. Deny  3. Lethal  4. Still Into You (by Paramore) Links to Liptoss:https://www.instagram.com/liptoss_/

Coming from New Orleans and Los Angeles, the Chicago-based group joins the tradition of female-fronted grunge that arose in the early 90’s. The dual vocal stylings of guitarist Lydia Billie and bassist Marlowe Shachory are supported by the incomparable drumming of Sabrina Borg. Keep an eye out for Laceles in your local Chicago and Milwaukee venues.Set List:1. Choked on Gold 2. Cracked Eggs 3. Where Do the Memories Go 4. Metagoth (by The Breeders) Links to Laceles:https://www.instagram.com/laceles4evr/

Flynn, also known as Ace Eighty, originates from Peoria, IL, where his musical journey began. Experimenting with various genres, he found solace in acoustic instruments and his own voice. Influenced by the likes of Frank Ocean, Bon Iver, and DC The Don, his music blends soulful melodies with introspective lyrics. Check out more from Ace Eighty on Distrokid!Set List:1. Next Week 2. Wish You the Best 3. Bird Shit on the Picnic Tables4. Cigarette Daydreams (Cage The Elephant)Links to Ace Eighty:https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aceeighty/i-dont-believe-in-bad-endings

Versus Vitality is a new up and coming band from Chicago made up entirely of students from Columbia College Chicago. Their formation was an amusing chain of coincidences, one after another, uniting them. They play fusion inspired post-punk, with elements of jazz, emo, and funk. Set List:1. Gone 2. Cut3. Them Changes (by Thundercat)4. Alphabet SoupLinks to Versus Vitality:https://www.instagram.com/versusvitality/

Sam Wing is a singer/songwriter whose music combines classical forms with elements of pop, folk, soul. Classically trained on the cello and self-taught on drums, guitar, and piano, he began recording his own music in his bedroom during the pandemic. Sam dreams of making a living through his own music.Set List:1. Unwanted Dawn 2. Trail 3. I Won’t See 4. The Light That Has Lighted the World (by George Harrison)Links to Sam Wing:https://hyperfollow.com/samwing?fbclid=PAAaZj1uz0RRu2Nd-5y5cbexIL-B5gegTRlEhfx8y25EhYV1zWKqPNdkMxJqo_aem_ARcZ2irYi_Ru5kZjgI_swfQLd7K0fw91FkHh_dxRm7hEBoCWj8npH58NW1XtsBfrZRI

Mad Rose, a Minneapolis-born, Chicago-based singer-songwriter, has spent over three years crafting emotive melodies inspired by indie artists such as Julia Jacklin and Mitski. With two projects out on Bandcamp and more in development, Mad Rose's music weaves a narrative of loneliness, love, and yearning. Set List:1. What Makes Friends Best2. Desert Sun3. Like Lake Michigan4. The Only Exception (by Paramore)Links to Mad Rose:https://linktr.ee/madrosemusichttps://madrosemusic.bandcamp.com/album/favorite-placeshttps://www.instagram.com/madrosemusic

King Noah emerges from the vibrant musical landscape of Chicago's west side, carving his niche as an artist with a distinct blend of alternative R&B and soul. From his high school days of crafting hooks and penning verses, King Noah has spent the past six years honing his style. His musical influences are many and varied, ranging from Stevie Wonder to Boyz II Men, and Charlie Wilson to Charlie Puth. Check out more from King Noah on Spotify and Apple Music!Set List:1. Precautions 2. In My Place  3. Mental Lacerations4. Depression ( by Dax)Links to King Noah:https://www.instagram.com/chitownkingnoah/https://open.spotify.com/artist/0bd1T61W1qKXCIcTCdE9zehttps://music.apple.com/us/album/misguided-heart-ep/1711348827

Jaeya Bayani is a singer-songwriter, emcee, popper, and music industry professional. Growing up in the Bay Area hip-hop community, Jaeya developed a niche for thought-provoking lyricism inspired by other Filipinx emcees. Her musical style encapsulates her passion for r&b, funk, soul, and underground militant rap.Set List:1. 5102. Believe Me3. SoulflameLinks to Jaeya Bayani:https://www.jaeyabayani.com/https://linktr.ee/jaeyabayani 

As a poet turned singer/songwriter, Ella Malarkey  enjoys finding the space where their folk inspirations and punk/emo roots can come together. From adolescence into adulthood, Ella has been rocking open mics and local shows, touring with their band, and showcasing their musical talents. To hear more from Ella Malarkey, check them out on Spotify and Apple Music!Set List:1. Between the Lines 2. Hear Me Out 3. Sounds the Alarms Would Have Made 4. Constant Headache (by Joyce Manor) Links to Ella Malarkey:https://www.instagram.com/ella.malarkey/’https://music.apple.com/us/artist/ella-malarkey/1385955444https://open.spotify.com/artist/2UohWHL7qRzLskhtCAIZuY

Rising from the ashes of past bands that need not be mentioned, Milkswarm is a four-piece juggernaut defined by a sharp sense of sound. With an approach that gives space to each musician, the band has a captivating style that is incomparable. Check out more from Milkswarm on Spotify!Set List:1. I Got Swindled 2. Sodafalls 3. Gobstopper 4. Bin Liner Fashion (by Gilla Band) Links to Milkswarm:https://spotify.link/k11c5BiVJDbhttps://www.instagram.com/milkswarm/

The punk quartet, Rotundos, has lit a fire beneath the Chicago music scene. With a no-holds barred attack that pays homage to several genres, Rotundos is quickly building a following that’s hungry for more rock.Set List:1. Sky Train 2. I’m On the Run From Your Heart 3. Losing 4. Problems (by Pinegrove) Links to Rotundos:https://ffm.bio/rotundos

Set List:1. Valentine2. Another Life3. If You Love Her (by Tokyo Tea Room)4. Reach MeLinks to VVLVX:Apple MusicSpotifyInstagram

Despite coming from all across the map, the Midwest has become home for Murder Medication. Formed in 2022, the band takes influence from early 2000s emo and indie rock. But the musicians in Murder Medication don't stick to any particular genre. You’ll just have to listen!Set List:1. You Need a Hero (I Need a Break)2. Na Na Na (by My Chemical Romance)3. To the Waves4. Small Talk on Death RowLinks to Murder Medication:Instagram

This artist made his first song when he was just a fourteen-year-old kid back in Crystal Lake, IL. Ever since, he’s been obsessed with the writing process and creating something of his own. Now a sophomore at CCC, Marko continues to use music as an outlet to express himself.Set List:1. Miss You So 2. Don’t Lose Your Soul 3. Tomorrow 4. Sweater Weather (Cover by the band The Neighborhood) Links to Marco Mancini:https://www.instagram.com/marko_mancini/https://soundcloud.com/user-641131902

Set List:1. Gold Hands 2. Where Are You Now 3.. Vague Home  4. Blue Velvet (by Tony Bennett) Links to Bagel:https://linktr.ee/666.Bagel 

Set List:1. Don’t Waste My Time 2. A Team (by Ed Sheeran) 3. Up All Night  4. In the End  Links to Marcus Bailey:https://linktr.ee/Mbail.music

Set List:1. Oxford Shoes 2. 2050 3. Escape 4. Pour Un Instant (by Harmonium) Links to Nathan Frederic:SpotifyBandcampApple Music

Set list:  1. Great Fall (Side A)   2. Heavy Rain  3. Starry Motor Bike 4. Tell Her How you Feel (by Dream Wave) Members: Patrick O’Shea- Vocals/guitar Lydia Billie- Bass/backing vocals Sabrina Borg-Melodica and bongos Links to Casper Hill:Bandcamp, YouTube, Spotify

Set list: 1. DIAMANTE 2. PA QUEMARTE 3. SPACE MERMAIDS 4. Do Me Good (by Amy Winehouse )Links to MALA $ANTA:Apple MusicSpotifyInstagramLinktree

Set List:  1. Lazy Sundays 2. I’m Waiting 3. All the Gods 4. Everything is B******* (by Particle Kid) Links to Roaming Bear:Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Bandcamp, Website, Bandsintown, linktree

Set LIst: 1.  Young 2. Window, Window  (by The Beatles)3. Cherry Dream 4. Flower Petals Links to Adelaide:Instagram  https://linktr.ee/lemonadelaide 

Set List:1. Mariska Hill 2. Under The Sea (by Howard/Ashman - Little Mermaid) 3. The Giving Tree 4. Working Party Links to Retrospect:https://soundcloud.com/ben-jossihttps://benjossi.bandcamp.com/track/marble-boyhttps://www.benjossimusic.com/retrospect https://normalwriting.com/ (Guitarist) https://www.instagram.com/_normal_writing/?hl=en (Guitarist) https://www.instagram.com/m1l65/?hl=en (Keys) https://www.instagram.com/_ethandavila/?hl=en (Bass) https://www.instagram.com/hmaxey319/?hl=en (Drums) 

Set List:1. Apology Tutorial2. Dead End Neighborhood3. These Days4. Before your Body Goes (by Field Medic)Links to Oyeme:https://linktr.ee/oyeme

Set List:1. Just Another Day 2. Breathe 3. I’m Sorry  4. Hardknock (by Joey Bada$$) Links to Moses the MarauderWebsite, Spotify, Instagram

Set List:1. Stress Reliever2. Ruthless3. Ozone4. Lucid dreams ( by Juice WRLD) Links to $abo 3000https://linktr.ee/sabo3000

Set List:1. Slique2. Chasing Trains3. Flexin’4. Juicy (by The Notorious B.I.G.)Links to Vicki Street:Instagram , Twitter, Website, Spotify, Apple Music