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Listen to Episode 35 of 93’Til: Chicago Music Never Stops & An Interview with Seer!

By Tali / August 29, 2017

Tune in to the latest 93’Til Episode! [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/339246605″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true” width=”100%” height=”450″ iframe=”true” /] This week the guys & I discuss: (00:50) Luis and Miguel kick it off with Chicago Spotlight featuring new music [IN ORDER] by: Adot x Freako x Luke Almighty, Sowereefz, StunnmanStacks Freako […]

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Recap: Fat Tire Battle of The Bands

By Rosario Edwards / July 10, 2017

Schuba’s hosted a magnificent Battle of the Bands, pitting 4 up and coming Chicago acts against each other for a chance to open up for legendary band, The Roots, all for a great cause. Proceeds for the event went to the alliance of the Great Lakes to help

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Klangstof and Local Natives Take Over The Concord

By Rosario Edwards / June 30, 2017

With a crowd comprise mostly of people fresh off the beach from Local Natives‘ Mamby on the Beach set, the vibes were already very intimate and laid back. While everyone was certainly excited to see Local Natives perform in a more intimate setting, the Norwegian band Klangstof stole

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1688Lbs – Summer Looks

By Alex / June 16, 2017

Get in tune with one of Chicago’s up and coming streetwear brands, 1688Lbs who just dropped their summer looks today! Peep game as they’ve been hard at work for the past couple of months with their guerrilla marketing, designs and exposure into the local scene. The homies at

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Lollapalooza 2017 Aftershows Announced, feat. Spoon, 6LACK, Whitney, Kaytranada

By Oscar / May 30, 2017

The anticipation for Lollapalooza 2017 just grew a little more today thanks to the music festival announcing the official aftershows! This year will see over 55 performances, with more than 110 artists playing shows between Tuesday, August 1st through Sunday, August 6th at 16 venues throughout Chicago. If

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‘A People’s History of Chicago’ Gallery – Closing Reception

By Rosario Edwards / May 24, 2017

Kevin Coval has written a book of poems about the history of the City of Chicago and the influence that hip hop has had on it throughout the centuries of its existence. He’s also put together an excellent gallery featuring work from artists that contributed to his book.

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Tune In To Pursuit Of Dopeness on Radio DePaul – 5/20

By Oscar / May 15, 2017

Ayoooo…. Pursuit Of Dopeness is taking over The 5th Element show on Radio DePaul this weekend! The POD trio also known as the Mijos, Alberto (AKA @CharroBarkley), Alex, and myself, will be filling your earballs this weekend with plenty of dope music and unnecessary banter. The POD Radio takeover will be streaming from 12pm-3pm

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Vans X FYF Present House Of Vans Parties feat. Digable Planets, The Internet, Charles Bradley

By Oscar / May 4, 2017

Vans and FYF have partnered up to bring a concert series for the House Of Vans in both Brooklyn and Chicago. The Vans House Parties will run on select dates from May 18 to August 3 in Brooklyn, while the recently-opened Chicago location will kick things off on

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Taste Of Chicago 2017 Music Lineup feat. Café Tacvba, Eryn Allen Kane, Twin Peaks, Passion Pit

By Oscar / May 2, 2017

The Taste Of Chicago 2017 music lineup has been revealed, extending the annual tradition of pairing great acts for attendees to have plenty else to enjoy besides the tons of food options at the gastro festival. Among the big names are headliners like Alessia Cara, Café Tacvba, Ben

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Fat Tiger Workshop via Des Money

By Allie Rowe / May 1, 2017

I sat down and talked with the manager of Fat Tiger a local clothing shop in Chicago that is known for its original styles and streetwear. Here’s what he had to say about Fat Tiger and much more in the fashion industry. So tell me your name: Des:

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Hola Chola Chicago Pop Up Shop Recap

By Alex / April 4, 2017

Let us fill you in on what you missed out if you forgot to RSVP for this past Sunday’s Hola Chola Pop Up Shop that took place at the National Museum of Mexican Art. The event was created to celebrate the designs of Susanna Gonzalez Torres of Hola Chola.

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#THEDOPENESS: Things To Do This Weekend (3/2-3/5)

By Alex / March 2, 2017

The weekend is pretty much here. As always, there is always something to do or see in the city. We’ve made the planning easy for you and included some of our picks to be at for the weekend. Take a look below, I’m sure you’ll catch us at

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