Alternative, Ambient | Shallou – Doubt (Summer Edit)
Posted by BIGLIFE on September 26, 2016
I dont think summer is over just yet! Enjoy the rest of the sunlight on the east coast, head outside, grab your sunglasses, and sit back and enjoy the hot sounds of Shallou! Easily one of the amazing up and coming talents, originating from Chicago, home of some of the best up and comers. I can expect to see big things from Shallou, make sure to checkout the rest of his tunes here: Shallou .
Events | Pretty Lights | Chicago | September 23 & 24
Posted by Meezy on September 22, 2016
Legendary producer and performer, Pretty Lights, is set to take over the city of Chicago this weekend… and we couldn’t be more excited. Derek Vincent Smith, more commonly known as Pretty Lights, will be accompanied by a full band to perform back to back nights at First Merit Bank Pavilion. The nights in Chicago are a part of the “An Episodic Festival” tour series which consists of multi-day events throughout the rest of summer and fall. This tour entails a full touring band with Derek himself front and center. Other stops for this series include New Hampshire, Nashville, Colorado and Telluride. To learn more about the “An Episodic Festival” series click HERE:
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For both of the nights in Chicago, Derek has arranged for many opening performances; On Friday he is bringing out Emancipator, Manic Focus, SunSquabi, and Statik. On Saturday he is bringing out Tipper (Twilight Set), The Grouch & Eligh, G Jones, and Cofresi… All great musicians that are sure to put on an unforgettable show.
2-day passes as well as single day passes are on sale HERE
Future House | Clinton Sparks Drops Guest Mix for The Underground In Chicago
Posted by BIGLIFE on February 17, 2016
Grammy nominated producer Clinton Sparks is a many of many talents. A DJ, a writer, a singer, and cookie connoisseur. Celebrating their 50th Podcast Edition, Clinton Sparks drops a brand new future house mix featuring tunes from Oliver Heldens, Dom Dolla, and more that’s 30 minutes of pure fire. Catch him this Saturday (February 20th) at The Underground in Chicago to experience the madness.
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Hip-Hop | West Coast rapper Larry June provides us with a wavy new track
Posted by dshaq on February 16, 2016
Larry June has been able to gain some good traction within the rapping community, as seen through his previous projects with noted producers like TM88 and Sledgren to name a few. It’s becoming more of when everybody will start listening rather than if people will. This time he joins up with Chicago based producer KiNG KiLo to create a very wavy but hard hitting track. Thinking music, smoking music, riding music; it fits all types of moods. Turn up the volume, especially for that base line, and enjoy.
Chill | Chicago’s Rising Duo Solstis Release Second Supported Melanie Martinez’s Remix “Soap”
Posted by VMan on November 16, 2015
Solstis, aka Brandon and Andres, are a a young duo from Chicago who are making a serious name for themselves in 2015. After a momentary hiatus due to Brandon’s military career,the two have re-linked up and played a coming home in Chicago, a show that just so happen to sell out. This happened two weeks ago.
After this, Solstis dropped their new Melanie Martinez track, which premiered on Trap Nation, the tune showcases the classic Solstis sound with a bit more life, color and experimentalism to it.
If you haven’t checked them out, learn more about the duo here.
Hip-Hop, Rap | Franke Leone remixes Tyler the Creator’s Treehome95
Posted by admin on October 26, 2015
Frank Leone admits he that he hates the word “remix.” However, his latest musical statement is a repurposing of Tyler the Creator’s “Treehome95” from the album Wolf. Frank adds to the song in the best way possible. Instead of just tossing on some different drums, or adding a verse, the Chicago 20-year-old makes the song his own.
Frank Leone’s consistent output of strong pieces of music makes him an exciting up and comer to watch for.
Tour | OTTO Knows Is Coming To America!
Posted by VMan on August 14, 2015
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OTTO knows is embarking on a coast 2 coast 8 stop tour kicking it off in Chicago, to make his way down South, across the border in Mexico, a quick show on the West Coast, to make his was back onto the East Coast, making his way through Houston, Atlantic City, the Highline Ballroom in New York City, to make his way up North in Toronto, and last but not least San Francisco. Get your tickets for September, and catch the Swedish maestro live, and check out his latest release “Next To Me” if you haven’t yet!
