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Anthony Breaux is a producer, singer, and rapper with a background in choir, marching band, jazz band, and musical theater. He is currently attending Columbia College Chicago where he studies audio production and music business. Breauxski loves telling stories and connecting with people through live performance.
For more from Anthony, check him out on Spotify and Apple Music, or follow him on Instagram!
Producer Emilynn Bello started this project back in 2018 with a focus on original songs composed for the Ukulele. Since her origins as a bedroom pop artist, Emilynn has continued to push her sound in new directions such as indie folk and traditional pop. Keep an eye out for her live performances and new music being released in 2023.
For more from Cereal Club, check HERE.
Emmet Montiecarlo is a musician, creative, and storyteller from Houston, Texas. As much as Emmet loved their hometown, they had outgrown their small suburb and moved to Chicago to focus on their music career. Through their music, they want to open up to audiences and tell stories of not just love or the usual cliches, but what the real challenges are for a young minority in a judgmental society.
Check their website for the latest!
Liliana Pulido is a nineteen-year-old singer/songwriter from Chicago. Her songs are a melting pot of the many genres she draws inspiration from; of these perhaps the most prevalent is the Latin influence driven by a strong cultural identity. Her lyrics are introspective, candid, and reminiscent of classic love songs. Lili is currently a sophomore at Columbia College Chicago studying Audio Arts.
Get the latest from Liliana by following her on Instagram.
Jose Israel is a singer and songwriter with a talent for blending emo with alternative rock. After winning a guitar at Six Flags Great America, Jose began to teach himself to play by watching online tutorials. As a result, Jose Israel has worked to hone his craft and continues to gain notoriety as a young artist in the Chicago area.
Listen to more Jose Israel on Spotify, and keep up with the latest on his Instagram.
Josh Trimble is a songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and audio engineer from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. His eclectic sound is the result of being surrounded by a musical environment that he thrives in. A lifelong songwriter, his music captures the positive and negative aspects of life.
Check out his website to hear more music and get the latest updates.
Kenny Morningstar is a Chicago based hip hop artist from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Kenny's music touches on themes of death, abandonment, fate, and pop culture. He is also fascinated by the concept of absurdity. After experimenting with industrial and contemporary sounds his music blends cloud rap and boom bap together.
Check HERE for new music and updates from Kenny Morningstar.
A singer/songwriter from Aurora, Illinois. Ian mostly makes acoustic music but draws from many different genres and hopes to deliver eclectic, energetic, and emotional performances to any audience, no matter the size. From intimate ballads to crowd sing-alongs, he recounts intricate feelings with vulnerability, passion, and a fondness for human connection.
Keep up with Jake’s music and career updates HERE.
C-MAT is an alternative hip hop artist based in Chicago, Illinois. Donning a yellow jumpsuit, he is known as a musical risk taker whose unorthodox style is influenced by artists from a variety of genres. Such as Kendrick Lamar, Metallica, and Steely Dan. He is looking to establish himself as a notable player in the world alternative hip hop, a sub genre that he believes is on the rise.
To keep up with C-Mat, check him out on Instagram and TikTok.
Liam Taylor is an indie pop artist who has been making a name for himself in the Chicago DIY scene. He started experimenting with music at a young age and decided to attend Columbia College with the intention of growing as an artist. Taylor has stated that his music serves as an emotional exercise and hopes to connect with his listeners through his songs.
For more music and the latest updates from Liam Taylor, check HERE.
Tyriq is a Chicago-based vocalist, musIcian, and actor. TYRIQ's main music genres are Jazz, Gospel, Blues, Funk, and R&B. He currently plays the alto saxophone and the piano. He has performed at various venues and events throughout the city such as Reggies Rock Club, City Winery, and Lollapalooza.
Check out his website for the latest updates.
