Based in the south of Chicago, Quad started making music when he was around 14 years old and started taking it artistically seriously two years later. He produces, records, mixes and masters, using only a Blue Yeti microphone and FL Studios. So far Quad has written over 300 songs and released 1 EP, 1 Album […]
Chicago Techno Artist AFTR releasing EP entitled “MAY” on Wake Up! Music
The Video for the single, “Humboldt Swagger (Wanna Go Down)” will debut June, 19, 2020. The Single “Humboldt Swagger (Wanna Go Down”) will drop June 29, 2020. “MAY”, the EP, will release, July 15, 2020. Wake Up! Music welcomes the summer with a Nu-release by Chicago Techno artist, AFTR. In a switch of the usual […]
Terry Blade – “Misery (Mastered for Headphones)” puts his artistic skills to use in full
Chicago’s Terry Blade makes no missteps on his EP “Misery (Mastered for Headphones)” – it’s truly consistent from start to finish. That said, there are some awesome songs, many of which could duel it out for the title of crowning achievement. The opener “The Unloveable” for example, magnificently fuses urban contemporary and indie-soul, tapping into […]
I Passed Away started creating and pushing his music seriously during the summer of 2018
I Passed Away has already gained interest from world renowned names in the industry, working alongside Charlie Shuffler who was with Lil Peep, 16yrold, and soon to be released songs made by CashMoneyAP. He also works with The Hot Topic Foundation where he has decided to donate most proceeds to help their cause of mental […]
Matthew J Van Howe – “Emergent Narrative” – a soundtrack to a mindset and a mood
You could call this ambient, experimental, drone, avant-garde, cinematic or simply electronic music, the fact is “Emergent Narrative”, is so impactful it’s like it’s its own genre. It’s as if some new musical form has been created from retro synthwave sounds, and ultra-modern avant-garde motifs. I was stunned by the textures, and the moods that […]
INTERVIEW: R&B and Soul singer Brandon James brings it on with “So Emotional”
The R&B/Soul singer Brandon James is creating a strong buzz with the release of his single “So Emotional.” The track is the first single off the upcoming E.P scheduled for release soon. Brandon states that he started doing music as an outlet for depression early in life. “I wasn’t very popular in school and I […]
Illuminati Congo – Creative and Captivating Rasta Hip Hop That Lightens the Heart!
Based in Chicago, Illuminati Congo’s sound dissolves the barrier between conscious and unconscious, reggae and hip hop, and light and dark, all the while maintaining a lighthearted, playful, childlike and comedic musical uniqueness. This coupled with Jahn’s global travels teaching yoga as well as his penchant for writing books covering such myriad subject matter as […]
INTERVIEW: Singer Gregg James Talks Us Through his Grind
Gregg James is a singer/songwriter, currently weeks away from releasing his debut single titled “Half Of Me”. Recently James took the time to give us some insight into his back story and mindset. How long have you been making music? Gregg James: I’ve been singing since forever, but publicly I wanna say I started this […]
Marcus Alexander: “Suited Up Vol.1” – decidedly old school, which is always a breath of fresh air
Marcus Alexander is a Puerto Rican Hip hop artist, actor, voiceover talent and event host from Chicago, IL. He has had many of his songs played on Jamie Foxx’s Sirius XM Radio Station “The Foxxhole”, and his last mixtape “#ShareThePositivity” was hosted by Jamie Foxx’s Dj, DJ MicahPhoneChecka. The entertainer, who is signed to the […]
Kaeyra: “Fountains of Gold” – a powerful voice that reaches beyond the stars
Spending time at her mother’s music school as a child, Kaeyra has learned to play several instruments as well as inspire her artistic career. The 16 year old Indie/Alt-Pop singer from Chicago has built a strong fan base on YouTube. Her music videos with Postmodern Jukebox have already garnered over 4 million views. Kaeyra recently […]
