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Tony Trimm
The rapper/producer is a busy man...but not too busy to invent new ways of killing rats.
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Joe Bryl
We talk to the man behind one of Chicago's most musically adventurous clubs.
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DJ White Shadow
The celebrity DJ hasn't lost sight of what got him to where he is.
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Matthew Santos
Thanks to some high-profile collaborations, this talented singer is on his way to becoming a superstar in his own right.
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Alex Inglizian
One man's toy is another man's instrument (as long as he knows how to hack it).
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East of Edens Soul Express
Two record lovers orchestrate the grittiest dance night this side of the cotton curtain.
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Million $ Mano
We talk to the DJ about how he's blowing up on the scene and his hatred of 'hipster rap.'
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NOMO
The Midwest collective expands its stylistic fusion on Ghost Rock.
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DJ Zebo
You won't have to pay top dollar to see one of the city's top DJs.
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Russian Circles
The melodic instrumental trio grows into a more focused sound on its sophomore album.
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Crossfader King
Emilio Abadia and Matt Roan take DJing out from behind the booth and into an office.
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Aleks and The Drummer
The drums-and-organ duo breaks all the rules, except when it comes to parking.
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Gody Windischhofer
The Brauhaus bandleader, with a connection to Schwarzenegger and a likeness to Elvis, gets crowds moving.
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Tyler Beach
There's no such thing as a side project for this master multi-tasker.
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Yea Big + Kid Static
This energetic hip-hop duo will make you move, whether you want to or not.
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Kimberly Gordon
The Nightingale of the Green Mill delivers a soothing sound with her jazz songs.
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Gant-Man
We sit down with a DJ who's shaping Chicago's juke scene.
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Common
The Chicago vet stops by for a red-carpet affair; just one of many to come, if you ask him.
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Jen Porter
The siren of Windy City blues sings for herself first.
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Ugochi
The conscious MC and poet aims to be the exception to almost every musical rule.
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Malakh
The multi-hyphenate performer makes music with a message.
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Buju Banton
The Jamaican icon reflects on the evolution of his roots-heavy tunes and political implications.
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The Sea and Cake
For the venerable supergroup, familiarity is both a blessing and a curse.
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Koko Taylor
Despite health problems, the Queen of the Blues keeps a firm grip on her throne.
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Zeleke Gessesse
The Wild Hare's owner lets the music guide his plans.
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Dave Jemilo
The Green Mill owner along with his club.
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Psalm One
The Englewood native is finding just the right formula for success.
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Serengeti
The idiosyncratic MC finds inspiration in everything from O'Doul's to emo kids.
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Dark Star Orchestra
Reliving history, one show at a time.
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Bobby Conn
Chicago's answer to David Bowie lives and dies for entertainment.
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Joe Shanahan
The Metro owner comes clean about his labor of love.
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Fruit Bats
The grass is always greener for this ever-changing band.
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Tim Tuten
The Hideout co-owner looks forward while keeping one foot in the past.
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Copy, Right?
Liza Pavelich digs up the good, the bad and the ugly of cover songs.
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The M's
Chicago's answer to the British Invasion takes a well-deserved break.
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Bound Stems
Making sense of this making-waves band.
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The Changes
Building a debut, piece by piece.
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Verbal Kent
The Northside MC's big mouth can get him in trouble, but he wouldn't have it any other way.
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Wax On Radio
Suburban prog rock philosophers get signed and talk existentialism.
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Pugslee Atomz
One of the city's hardest working MCs is finally starting to see his efforts pay off.
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The Primeridian
This hip-hop duo strives to teach, not preach.
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Kurt Elling
The jazz vocalist's life may be changing, but his wild ambition is always a constant.
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Thax Douglas
The days of looking over his shoulder at New York are gone...and so is he.
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Scotland Yard Gospel Choir
Finding the cheery pop song in utter despair.
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Glenn Kotche
Wilco's drummer lives life to a slightly different beat.
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8 Bold Souls
The bigger they come, the harder it is to coordinate schedules.
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Chin Up Chin Up
Finally ready to move on, move on...to Pitchfork and beyond.
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Steve "Silk" Hurley
The "Remix King" talks about the triumphant homecoming of Chicago House.
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Eric Noden
This blues teacher gives musical lectures you won't want to miss.
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Steve Dawson
The country crooner sings from the soul.
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Angel Melendez & the 911 Mambo Orchestra
The Mambo King of the Midwest laughs last.
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The Tyrades
Chicago punkers on having fun, dancing like a primate and looking stupid for Intonation.
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The Drastics
Massive riddims from Chi-town's resident live dub crew.
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Eleventh Dream Day
Zeroes and Ones add up to rock.
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Andrew Bird
Violin plucks from a plucky (and popular) artist.
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Shelley Short
Haunting, listless country-folk. Just please don't tell her we called it that.
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The 1900s
Rock you like Belle & Sebastian...or like a Murph.
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Town and Country
Learning to love the ebb and flow.
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Joseph Costa
Talking cities with L'altra's Joseph Costa.
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Cameron McGill
This folksy weeping willow's got whip.
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Devin Davis
Beckoning the lonely people.
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The Zincs
Hooky mope-pop from a limey named Jim.
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Pit er Pat
This Thrill Jockey band is making sounds.
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Devil in a Woodpile
A deal with the Devil will get you free blues.
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