All tagged CHICAGO

ELSTON AVE

ELSTON AVE

Kannon Steinmeyer

Elston Ave is a pop-punk influenced band hailing from Chicago Illinois. The four members have diverse music backgrounds that influence the sound of Elston Ave. From heavy hitting high energy breakdowns to melodic “stuck in your head” choruses, Elston Ave has a little something for everybody.  

 

Band: 

 

Peri Nikas (guitar and vocals) 

Mike Wright (bass and vocals) 

Jayden Daniel (guitar and vocals) 

Sam Paolillo (Drums)  

 

Setlist: 

 

Originals: 

1. Bennet 

2. Best of Days 

3. I Know 

 

Cover: 

4. 100 Proof - 88 Fingers Louie 

 

Social Media links: 

IG- @elstonaveband 

linktr.ee/elstonaveband 

DAUNDRY

DAUNDRY

Kannon Steinmeyer

Daundry is a post-punk shoegaze trio hailing from the vibrant music scene of Chicago. Formed in August 2022, the band consists of Ian Kloehn (guitar/lead vocals), Sebastian Jones (drums/vocals), and Katrina Hildebrandt (bass/vocals). With their diverse musical backgrounds and influences, Daundry creates a captivating blend of grunge and shoegaze that resonates with audiences. 

   

Names of three originals and cover: 

1. Drained 

2. Onyx 

3. Preoccupied - Mac Demarco cover 

4. Brother Jeremy 

5. 

 

Members:   

Ian Kloehn (guitar/vocals) 

Sebastian Jones (Drummer/vocals) 

Katrina Hildebrandt (bass/vocals) 

 

Social Media links: 

linktr.ee/daundry 

MATEO SUAREZ & THE PUBLIC EAR

MATEO SUAREZ & THE PUBLIC EAR

Kannon Steinmeyer

Mateo Suarez & The Public Ear is the rock-fusion project led by multi-instrumentalist and producer Mateo Suarez, combining elements of jazz, latin, funk, soul and more with rock and blues through him and his band The Public Ear. Inspired by Frank Zappa, WAR, and Traffic, the band is full of talent- featuring a lineup of Trilian Krug & Oliver Schwed on drums, Angelo Flores on keys, Benicio Martinez Bassett on guitar, Sky Anne Watson on background vox, and Jeremiah Davis on bass. 

 

Setlist: 

  

  1. Paraphernalia Blues 

  1. Last Time I Saw You 

  1. Miss Magdelene's Mink Coat 

  1. Spill The Wine (WAR Cover) 

 

Band Members: 

Mateo Suarez- Vocals/Instrumentation 

Trilian Krug & Oliver Schwed-Drums 

Angelo Flores- Keyboard 

Benicio Martinez-Bassett- Guitar 

Sky Anne Watson- Background Vocals 

Electra Star- Background Voocals 

Jeremiah Davis- Bass 

 

STEEPLECHASE

STEEPLECHASE

Kannon Steinmeyer

Straight from the horse’s mouth, Steeplechase blends together folk, rock, and indie twang into a good ole time without reining in vulnerability. They are currently playing in and around the city of Chicago. 

 

Setlist:    

  1. Employee Bathroom 

  1. You and Your Friends  

  1. Love Her 

  1. “Linger” (The Cranberries Cover) 

 

Band Members: 

Cierra Gonzales (Vocals) 

Frankie Buente (Guitar) 

Pearl Hosman (Drums) 

Libby Rousseau (Bass) 

Virginia Roberts (Guitar) 

 

Social Media links: 

https://www.instagram.com/steeplechaseband/ 

THE ASA LECOURBIER EXPERIENCE

THE ASA LECOURBIER EXPERIENCE

Kannon Steinmeyer

Asa Lecourbier was born in New Orleans and trained himself to sing by listening to an extensive catalog of old school R&B records. He is an acting major in his sophomore year at Columbia College Chicago, and loves meeting new people and challenging himself to do new things, He recently released a self-produced R&B mixtape dedicated to his clothing brand called "Lecourbier.”  

 

Band Members: 

Asa Lecourbier (vocals)  

Pavlik Laska (Piano) 

Juilian Macedo (Bass) 

Yahseph Delacruz (Guitar) 

Jonah Rincon (Drums) 

 

 Setlist:  

  1. Handsome Hustler 

  1. That's My Barbie 

  1. Castles Of Sand (Jermaine Jackson Cover) 

  1. Careless Whisper (Wham Cover) 

  1. Satin Cigarettes  

 

Social Media links: 

@asalecourbier 

LITTLE MYSTIC

LITTLE MYSTIC

Kannon Steinmeyer

The Little Mystics have been together for under a year. Ben and Matt are one half of a Chicago alt rock band, taking a fresh acoustic approach to their own music. You can find their music on Spotify under little mystic.  

   

Setlist: 

  

  1. House of the Traveler 

  1. Cauterize 

  1. Blue fire eyes 

  1. Shark Smile by Big Thief for our cover.  

  

Social Media links: 

https://www.instagram.com/littlemysticband/ 

 

BROKEN DEMEANOR

BROKEN DEMEANOR

Kannon Steinmeyer

Hailing from the Chicagoland area, Broken Demeanor is known throughout the city and surrounding suburbs for their energetic live shows and powerful, memorable songs. The band sprung onto the scene in the summer of 2021 and has since grown their fanbase both in and out of state with a hardcore-adjacent flavor of heavy punk rock that they have made their own. Having released their latest EP, "Where Is Home?" in the spring of 2024, and playing a steady string of shows in the Midwest and New England ever since, the band is poised to make strides in 2025 with more releases and tour dates. Stay up to date with their latest plans and announcements by following them on Instagram! 

 

Setlist: 

 

  1. 428 

  1. Shed (Title Fight cover) 

  1. Arrogant 

  1. Hummingbird With Clipped Wings 

 

Band members: 

 

Damian H Quijas: Vocals 

Grant Potter: Lead guitar 

Jeremiah "Lui" Adams: Bass guitar 

Zack Marshall: Drums 

Zachariah Burke: Rhythm guitar 

 

Social Media links: 

 

linktr.ee/BrokenDemeanor 

https://www.instagram.com/brokendemeanor/?hl=en 

KELLY PARKER

KELLY PARKER

Kannon Steinmeyer

Hailing from the South Suburbs of Chicago, Kelly Parker is eager to finally begin perusing her dream in the windy city. Her music can be described as a mix of acoustic folk and indie pop. Kelly Parker has a talent for creating art from heartbreak, conveying raw emotions and personal experience within her music. 

 

Setlist:  

 

To be loved  

Trust you  

Tell you why  

Normal Thing (Gracie Abrams Cover) 

 

Social media:  

instagram.com/@kellyparkerr 

tiktok.com/@kellyparkerr_ 

HOWSBLOW

HOWSBLOW

Kannon Steinmeyer

Howsblow is an alternative rock three-piece based in Chicago, celebrated for their energetic performances and catchy melodies. The band features local bass player Daniel Cook, Brazilian drummer João Deschamps, and California-born guitarist Daniel Sarinana, each contributing their unique musical influences. Formed in 2024, Howsblow aims to share their energetic yet nostalgic sound across the Chicago music scene, with members hailing from diverse musical backgrounds. Their music captures a dynamic spirit, striving to connect with listeners through heartfelt lyrics and compelling rhythms. 

 

Setlist:  

  1. Jackpot 

  1. War of Peace 

  1. Just (Radiohead Cover) 

  1. Monkey for President 

 

 

Band Members: 

Daniel Sarinana: Guitar and Vocals (Red) 

João Deschamps: Drums (Green) 

Daniel Cook: Bass (Blue) 

 

 

Social Media links: 

IG- @howsblow 

TikTok- @howsblow2 

Bread on Fork

Bread on Fork

Kannon Steinmeyer

Bread on Fork is a 6-piece soul-fusion band from Chicago that draws on the individual inspirations of their members, ranging from jazz and neo-soul to psych rock and folk. They seek to remain lighthearted and recognize the joy of music while writing about the experiences of being young adults in the contemporary age and the range of emotions and challenges that follow. They are currently working on recording and releasing more originals and playing shows in the Chicago area following their past shows at prominent venues such as Martyr’s and Cole’s Bar.  Check out Bread on Fork on youtube!

MOONSYDE

MOONSYDE

Max Hatlem

Moonsyde formed when guitarist Clint Moon met vocalist Chris Kenji Brenden through the hip hop collective known as HIDEOUT. Through their musical connection on campus, they were joined by five more members to round out their sound, and they’ve been actively working on new music ever since.

Check out more from Moonsyde on Spotify!

MYSKIE

MYSKIE

Max Hatlem

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”. 

Check out more from Myskie on Spotify and Apple Music!

NOAH FLOERSCH

NOAH FLOERSCH

Max Hatlem

 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.  

Check out more from Noah Floersch on Spotify and Apple Music!

ACE EIGHTY

ACE EIGHTY

Max Hatlem

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!

VERSUS VITALITY

VERSUS VITALITY

Max Hatlem

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. 

Keep up with Versus Vitality on Instagram!

MAD ROSE

MAD ROSE

Max Hatlem

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.

Check out the latest from Mad Rose on Bandcamp!

KING NOAH

KING NOAH

Max Hatlem

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!

JAEYA BAYANI

JAEYA BAYANI

Max Hatlem

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.

To hear more from Jaeya Bayani, check her out on all popular streaming platforms!

MILKSWARM

MILKSWARM

Max Hatlem

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!

MURDER MEDICATION

MURDER MEDICATION

Max Hatlem

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!

To keep up with Murder Medication, follow them on Instagram!

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