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August 19 & 20, 2017
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HEADLINERS
ILE
Ileana Cabra Joglar, conocida artísticamente como iLe, nació en Santurce, Puerto Rico, el 28 de abril de 1989. Es una cantante puertorriqueña que fue la voz femenina por 10 años del grupo musical Calle 13, junto a sus hermanos René Pérez Joglar “Residente” y Eduardo Cabra “Visitante”. Mientras formaba parte de la banda realizó varias contribuciones con producciones y artistas en Puerto Rico y fuera.
En 2010, fue invitada por Kevin Johansen a colaborar con él en el tema “Logo” durante su presentación en el Teatro Nacional de Buenos Aires; dicho tema formó parte del material discográfico de Johansen, The Nada Liniers: Vivo en Buenos Aires. Ese mismo año fue escogida por el boxeador Miguel Cotto para interpretar el himno de Puerto Rico en su combate ante Floyd Mayweather Jr. Más adelante, para finales del 2012, participó en el reconocido Especial Navideño del Banco Popular de Puerto Rico en el que iLe tuvo una elogiada participación con el tema “La Pared”. Luego, en el 2014 colaboró con Gustavo Cordera en el tema “Estoy Real” para el disco “Cordera Vivo”, el cual se grabó en La Trastienda Club de Buenos Aires, Argentina. Un año más tarde fue invitada por Jorge Drexler a interpretar en tarima el tema “Olas y Arena” de la compositora puertorriqueña Sylvia Rexach durante su presentación en Puerto Rico como parte de la gira del cantautor uruguayo.
Luego de recorrer el mundo con sus hermanos y acumular experiencias personales y artísticas que forjaron en ella una identidad musical única y particular, iLe decide encerrarse en el estudio y trabajar en su primer álbum producido por ella misma junto a Ismael cancel. El disco titulado iLevitable salió a la luz el 3 de junio 2016, recibiendo un sinnúmero de elogios de críticos y del público en general. Según NPR “el album la posiciona de inmediato como una intérprete de primera de los sonidos clásicos que permean por toda Latinoamérica”. Jon Pareles del New York Times lo describió como “un estudio retro del pasado de la música latinoamericana, repleto de romance, añoranza y desesperación. Puede cantar boleros de grandiosa orquestación así como delicadas baladas y un rítmico boogaloo y mambo, sin insinuar ni ironía ni ingenuidad”. Algunos de los músicos más prominentes de la Isla colaboraron o participaron en la producción, entre ellos Piro Rodríguez, Charlie Sepulveda, Bayrex Jiménez, Eduardo Cabra, Fofé Abreu de Circo, Louis García y el fenecido Cheo Feliciano en lo que constituye una de sus últimas grabaciones. iLe se encuentra al momento promocionando el disco iLevitable y haciendo presentaciones en y fuera de Puerto Rico.
Ileana Cabra Joglar, conocida artísticamente como iLe, nació en Santurce, Puerto Rico, el 28 de abril de 1989. Es una cantante puertorriqueña que fue la voz femenina por 10 años del grupo musical Calle 13, junto a sus hermanos René Pérez Joglar “Residente” y Eduardo Cabra “Visitante”. Mientras formaba parte de la banda realizó varias contribuciones con producciones y artistas en Puerto Rico y fuera.
En 2010, fue invitada por Kevin Johansen a colaborar con él en el tema “Logo” durante su presentación en el Teatro Nacional de Buenos Aires; dicho tema formó parte del material discográfico de Johansen, The Nada Liniers: Vivo en Buenos Aires. Ese mismo año fue escogida por el boxeador Miguel Cotto para interpretar el himno de Puerto Rico en su combate ante Floyd Mayweather Jr. Más adelante, para finales del 2012, participó en el reconocido Especial Navideño del Banco Popular de Puerto Rico en el que iLe tuvo una elogiada participación con el tema “La Pared”. Luego, en el 2014 colaboró con Gustavo Cordera en el tema “Estoy Real” para el disco “Cordera Vivo”, el cual se grabó en La Trastienda Club de Buenos Aires, Argentina. Un año más tarde fue invitada por Jorge Drexler a interpretar en tarima el tema “Olas y Arena” de la compositora puertorriqueña Sylvia Rexach durante su presentación en Puerto Rico como parte de la gira del cantautor uruguayo.
Luego de recorrer el mundo con sus hermanos y acumular experiencias personales y artísticas que forjaron en ella una identidad musical única y particular, iLe decide encerrarse en el estudio y trabajar en su primer álbum producido por ella misma junto a Ismael cancel. El disco titulado iLevitable salió a la luz el 3 de junio 2016, recibiendo un sinnúmero de elogios de críticos y del público en general. Según NPR “el album la posiciona de inmediato como una intérprete de primera de los sonidos clásicos que permean por toda Latinoamérica”. Jon Pareles del New York Times lo describió como “un estudio retro del pasado de la música latinoamericana, repleto de romance, añoranza y desesperación. Puede cantar boleros de grandiosa orquestación así como delicadas baladas y un rítmico boogaloo y mambo, sin insinuar ni ironía ni ingenuidad”. Algunos de los músicos más prominentes de la Isla colaboraron o participaron en la producción, entre ellos Piro Rodríguez, Charlie Sepulveda, Bayrex Jiménez, Eduardo Cabra, Fofé Abreu de Circo, Louis García y el fenecido Cheo Feliciano en lo que constituye una de sus últimas grabaciones. iLe se encuentra al momento promocionando el disco iLevitable y haciendo presentaciones en y fuera de Puerto Rico.
NINA SKY
In 2004, recording artists Nicole and Natalie Albino better known as Nina Sky blazed the music scene with their unique sound; a fusion of hip hop, r&b, pop and reggae. The identical twin’s infectious debut song, “Move Ya Body” and follow-up tracks “Turning Me On,” and “Oye Mi Canto,” not only became club anthems, but propelled the group to Billboard chart success and collaborations with Grammy Award-winning artists and producers including Bruno Mars, Diplo, Major Lazer, Rick Ross, Betty Wright, Aventura, Sean Paul, and Salaam Remi.
Following the success of their major label debut, Nina Sky, the New York City-based Puerto Rican duo have been traveling the world touring and garnering global recognition while perfecting their artistry. Their independently released projects The Other Side (2010), and Nicole and Natalie (2012) received coverage from numerous outlets including SPIN, The Fader, Pitchfork, Vice, MTV, and VIBE.
“We’ve been performing around the world endlessly since we were teenagers,” says Natalie. “It has not only opened our eyes culturally but has inspired our music over the years. Nicole and I have grown tremendously since our first album and are excited to share our new tunes.“
Now as married women, Natalie is a new mom and has taken on the role as the lead singer and songwriter for the group. For the last decade Nicole has honed her skills as a producer and notable DJ—curating music and spinning for some of the world’s most iconic brands including Nike, Opening Ceremony, Christie’s, The Glaad Media Awards, and Cavalli. Their progression artistically is evident not only sonically but is displayed as their ever-changing sense of style has developed them into fashion icons both on the New York City scene and in pages of fashion magazines.
“It’s an amazing feeling for us to still live out our dreams while staying true to who we are as artists,” says Nicole. “We’re truly blessed to not only do what we love, but to have a supportive fan base that have shown us love throughout the years no matter what.”
Nina Sky continues to prove that the sky is most definitely the limit. The group was recently enlisted by London-based producer TroyBoi for his 2015 smash hit, “Afterhours,” which also features Diplo and has 11.8 million plays on SoundCloud and over 7 million views on YouTube. With experience, self-awareness, and an array of musical projects under their belt, the twins are ready to re-connect with their fans on a massive level with their new single, “Champion Lover” slated for a summer 2016 release via Tommy Boy Records.
In 2004, recording artists Nicole and Natalie Albino better known as Nina Sky blazed the music scene with their unique sound; a fusion of hip hop, r&b, pop and reggae. The identical twin’s infectious debut song, “Move Ya Body” and follow-up tracks “Turning Me On,” and “Oye Mi Canto,” not only became club anthems, but propelled the group to Billboard chart success and collaborations with Grammy Award-winning artists and producers including Bruno Mars, Diplo, Major Lazer, Rick Ross, Betty Wright, Aventura, Sean Paul, and Salaam Remi.
Following the success of their major label debut, Nina Sky, the New York City-based Puerto Rican duo have been traveling the world touring and garnering global recognition while perfecting their artistry. Their independently released projects The Other Side (2010), and Nicole and Natalie (2012) received coverage from numerous outlets including SPIN, The Fader, Pitchfork, Vice, MTV, and VIBE.
“We’ve been performing around the world endlessly since we were teenagers,” says Natalie. “It has not only opened our eyes culturally but has inspired our music over the years. Nicole and I have grown tremendously since our first album and are excited to share our new tunes.“
Now as married women, Natalie is a new mom and has taken on the role as the lead singer and songwriter for the group. For the last decade Nicole has honed her skills as a producer and notable DJ—curating music and spinning for some of the world’s most iconic brands including Nike, Opening Ceremony, Christie’s, The Glaad Media Awards, and Cavalli. Their progression artistically is evident not only sonically but is displayed as their ever-changing sense of style has developed them into fashion icons both on the New York City scene and in pages of fashion magazines.
“It’s an amazing feeling for us to still live out our dreams while staying true to who we are as artists,” says Nicole. “We’re truly blessed to not only do what we love, but to have a supportive fan base that have shown us love throughout the years no matter what.”
Nina Sky continues to prove that the sky is most definitely the limit. The group was recently enlisted by London-based producer TroyBoi for his 2015 smash hit, “Afterhours,” which also features Diplo and has 11.8 million plays on SoundCloud and over 7 million views on YouTube. With experience, self-awareness, and an array of musical projects under their belt, the twins are ready to re-connect with their fans on a massive level with their new single, “Champion Lover” slated for a summer 2016 release via Tommy Boy Records.
REY PILA
As native sons of the bustling, bursting megalopolis of Mexico City, the four members of Rey Pila know a thing or two about striking a balance between order and chaos and dark and light. The band have spent the last several years perfecting their unique blend of dark synth pop and gloomy dance rock from the busy streets and sequestered creative spaces of their hometown to their beloved New York City’ s legendary studios and hallowed halls, plus countless other stages around the world. With two full-length albums and multiple other releases as well as tours supporting luminaries like Interpol, Brandon Flowers, and The Rentals under their belt, and having had their work produced, promoted, and put out by A-list flag-wavers Julian Casablancas (The Strokes, Cult Records) and Chris Coady (Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Beach House), Rey Pila—which means “ King Battery” in Spanish—are fully charged to release a new EPof four brand new tracks this spring and take 2017 by storm.
Rey Pila’ s frontman and driving force, Diego Solórzano, started the band as a solo project in2009 following the breakup of his previous act, Los Dynamite. Writing and producing songsinhis home studio, he eventually hired the trio of musicians Andrés Velasco, Rodrigo Blanco, and Miguel “ Mikey” Hernández (the latter with whom he had played in his former band) to play the songs live with him on a tour. Recognizing their organic fit, similar attitudes and influences, and easy, cohesive groove, it wasn’ t long before Rey Pila became a proper four-piece. Citing inspiration from the fusion of synthesizers and guitars embraced by acts like The Cars, Depeche Mode, Aphex Twin, and Boards of Canada, the band began to find their sound by filtering that style through their own musical worldview—which could only come from a melting pot like Mexico City—and embellishing that with their knack for writing catchy, danceable tunes.
As native sons of the bustling, bursting megalopolis of Mexico City, the four members of Rey Pila know a thing or two about striking a balance between order and chaos and dark and light. The band have spent the last several years perfecting their unique blend of dark synth pop and gloomy dance rock from the busy streets and sequestered creative spaces of their hometown to their beloved New York City’ s legendary studios and hallowed halls, plus countless other stages around the world. With two full-length albums and multiple other releases as well as tours supporting luminaries like Interpol, Brandon Flowers, and The Rentals under their belt, and having had their work produced, promoted, and put out by A-list flag-wavers Julian Casablancas (The Strokes, Cult Records) and Chris Coady (Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Beach House), Rey Pila—which means “ King Battery” in Spanish—are fully charged to release a new EPof four brand new tracks this spring and take 2017 by storm.
Rey Pila’ s frontman and driving force, Diego Solórzano, started the band as a solo project in2009 following the breakup of his previous act, Los Dynamite. Writing and producing songsinhis home studio, he eventually hired the trio of musicians Andrés Velasco, Rodrigo Blanco, and Miguel “ Mikey” Hernández (the latter with whom he had played in his former band) to play the songs live with him on a tour. Recognizing their organic fit, similar attitudes and influences, and easy, cohesive groove, it wasn’ t long before Rey Pila became a proper four-piece. Citing inspiration from the fusion of synthesizers and guitars embraced by acts like The Cars, Depeche Mode, Aphex Twin, and Boards of Canada, the band began to find their sound by filtering that style through their own musical worldview—which could only come from a melting pot like Mexico City—and embellishing that with their knack for writing catchy, danceable tunes.
NINA DIAZ
Almost two decades ago, on January 9, 1998, musician Nina Diaz was heartbroken to learn her grandmother had passed away. Exactly 15 years later, on that same date, Nina was writing new material when she felt someone watching over her. “I was using that night and felt this crazy energy,” says Nina, who had been battling substance and drug addiction for years. She did this, unassumingly, while fronting Girl in a Coma, the critically hailed indie-punk band that was famously nurtured by Joan Jett, had opened for Morrissey and Tegan and Sara, and earned multiple Independent Music Awards. Adds Nina, “I knew it was my grandmother.”
She ended up naming that mid-tempo, balladic song “January 9th.” Though that track doesn’t necessarily typify the eclectic sound of The Beat Is Dead, her debut solo release, it does set the album’s bittersweet tone. “On the demo, you can hear somebody whisper words before I sing them,” Nina says. She’s pretty sure that was the ghost of her grandmother singing with her. Two months later, Nina became clean for good.
Many albums capture the flood of introspection that comes after a life-changing experience. But The Beat Is Dead (out October 28 on Cosmica Records)—an expansive body of work that sonically references musicals, alt-metal, indie pop, new wave—powerfully chronicles Nina’s journey itself. “This album is the story of my addiction and my sobriety,” she says. Some songs were written while using, some in the infancy of going clean, some looking back months later with clarity. “It’s like I shed a lot of different layers of skin during this process.”
The Beat Is Dead, produced by both Nina and Manuel Calderon (who engineered Girl in a Coma’s Trio B.C.), didn’t start out that way. While working on new material for her band, Nina penned the rousing “Trick Candle.” As with any other Girl in a Coma song, she fleshed it out with her bandmates, drummer Phanie Diaz (Nina’s sister) and bassist Jenn Alva. “I’m the writer, but our songs really are group efforts,” Nina says. “We jammed it out, but it didn’t feel right. It wasn’t what I envisioned.” What followed were a few difficult, but ultimately supportive, conversations about Nina taking on solo projects between Girl in a Coma albums. “It was a little rough at first. People were scared—I was scared!” she says. “But I knew I just needed to do this.”
Allowing herself to express these rushes of emotion liberated Nina artistically. “After you’ve made a fool of yourself by treating yourself like I did while I was using and drinking, everything after that is, like, nothing,” she says. “‘Why not try this? Why not do that?’” With this abandon, she willfully drew on all of her influences: They didn’t have to speak to an overall sound; they just had to make sense in the moment. “Each song has its own message, its own energy,” she adds. What began, in her mind, as a five-track EP, grew into something epic. All told, it took her three years to assemble The Beat Is Dead.
Along the way, many demons were exorcised. Upon first listen, “Queen Beats King” seems to be a wistful, ’80s synth-take. “But it’s actually about me being enchanted by a suave guy—then all of a sudden, I’m in hell. Then I find a light. I get myself out of it.” She continues to explore that resolve with “For You,” about surrendering to post-sobriety spirituality, and the punk-cabaret “Rebirth.” “I’m back from the dead / Like I told you friend / I will not love you till you are my enemy,” she sings. “It became a mantra,” Nina says. “When you know yourself, that’s when you can hate yourself the most. But that’s part of being reborn. No birth is easy. It’s painful.”
Almost two decades ago, on January 9, 1998, musician Nina Diaz was heartbroken to learn her grandmother had passed away. Exactly 15 years later, on that same date, Nina was writing new material when she felt someone watching over her. “I was using that night and felt this crazy energy,” says Nina, who had been battling substance and drug addiction for years. She did this, unassumingly, while fronting Girl in a Coma, the critically hailed indie-punk band that was famously nurtured by Joan Jett, had opened for Morrissey and Tegan and Sara, and earned multiple Independent Music Awards. Adds Nina, “I knew it was my grandmother.”
She ended up naming that mid-tempo, balladic song “January 9th.” Though that track doesn’t necessarily typify the eclectic sound of The Beat Is Dead, her debut solo release, it does set the album’s bittersweet tone. “On the demo, you can hear somebody whisper words before I sing them,” Nina says. She’s pretty sure that was the ghost of her grandmother singing with her. Two months later, Nina became clean for good.
Many albums capture the flood of introspection that comes after a life-changing experience. But The Beat Is Dead (out October 28 on Cosmica Records)—an expansive body of work that sonically references musicals, alt-metal, indie pop, new wave—powerfully chronicles Nina’s journey itself. “This album is the story of my addiction and my sobriety,” she says. Some songs were written while using, some in the infancy of going clean, some looking back months later with clarity. “It’s like I shed a lot of different layers of skin during this process.”
The Beat Is Dead, produced by both Nina and Manuel Calderon (who engineered Girl in a Coma’s Trio B.C.), didn’t start out that way. While working on new material for her band, Nina penned the rousing “Trick Candle.” As with any other Girl in a Coma song, she fleshed it out with her bandmates, drummer Phanie Diaz (Nina’s sister) and bassist Jenn Alva. “I’m the writer, but our songs really are group efforts,” Nina says. “We jammed it out, but it didn’t feel right. It wasn’t what I envisioned.” What followed were a few difficult, but ultimately supportive, conversations about Nina taking on solo projects between Girl in a Coma albums. “It was a little rough at first. People were scared—I was scared!” she says. “But I knew I just needed to do this.”
Allowing herself to express these rushes of emotion liberated Nina artistically. “After you’ve made a fool of yourself by treating yourself like I did while I was using and drinking, everything after that is, like, nothing,” she says. “‘Why not try this? Why not do that?’” With this abandon, she willfully drew on all of her influences: They didn’t have to speak to an overall sound; they just had to make sense in the moment. “Each song has its own message, its own energy,” she adds. What began, in her mind, as a five-track EP, grew into something epic. All told, it took her three years to assemble The Beat Is Dead.
Along the way, many demons were exorcised. Upon first listen, “Queen Beats King” seems to be a wistful, ’80s synth-take. “But it’s actually about me being enchanted by a suave guy—then all of a sudden, I’m in hell. Then I find a light. I get myself out of it.” She continues to explore that resolve with “For You,” about surrendering to post-sobriety spirituality, and the punk-cabaret “Rebirth.” “I’m back from the dead / Like I told you friend / I will not love you till you are my enemy,” she sings. “It became a mantra,” Nina says. “When you know yourself, that’s when you can hate yourself the most. But that’s part of being reborn. No birth is easy. It’s painful.”
ELASTIC BOND
Miami-based recording artist Elastic Bond brings an urban edge with a tropical twist to the indie music scene combining the hypnotic grooves of electronica with different styles of soul, hip-hop, funk, and Latin. Being part of a new generation of Latinos growing up in the US who have bloomed to represent their roots, as well as their influences in their music across the globe, their city has recognized them as cultural ambassadors and local heroes. In 2013 the band got signed to Nacional Records, the leading label in the Latin Alternative genre, and released their latest album Real which debuted at #1 on the iTunes Latin Alternative charts and made a few Top lists of 2013 including the iTunes Hot Albums of 2013, and PRI “The World's Top 16 albums you should have listened to in 2013”. Selected as a "World Café Next Artist" by NPR and dubbed "Florida funk fusionists" by the LA Times, the band has garnered rave reviews from coast to coast receiving generous radio airplay from tastemakers while making fans all around the world. Their well-crafted songs have been featured on various TV networks such as MTV, Concert Channel, PBS, ESPN, CNN, Discovery Channel, Nickelodeon, CW Networks, Univision and ABC, and continuously rotated on various radio shows around the world. The group originated in Miami, Florida as a collaborative project between Venezuelan producer Andres Ponce and Honduran singer-songwriter Sofy Encanto. The studio project later sprouted into three albums and a vibrant live show that features the talents of guitarist Buffalo Brown and trumpet player David Burgos, amongst other guest musicians. Elastic Bond has performed in festivals and venues in different North American markets such as New York, Boston, LA, Washington DC, North Carolina (Charlotte, Asheville), Seattle, Albany and Vancouver; and has been a showcasing artist at the LAMC in New York 2011 & 2013, Latin Billboard Conference 2012 and Hispanicize Conference 2014. Their new album title Honey Bun was released in February 2017 and it has been very well received by tastemaker radio station LA’s KCRW which has praised and added it to its rotation.
Miami-based recording artist Elastic Bond brings an urban edge with a tropical twist to the indie music scene combining the hypnotic grooves of electronica with different styles of soul, hip-hop, funk, and Latin. Being part of a new generation of Latinos growing up in the US who have bloomed to represent their roots, as well as their influences in their music across the globe, their city has recognized them as cultural ambassadors and local heroes. In 2013 the band got signed to Nacional Records, the leading label in the Latin Alternative genre, and released their latest album Real which debuted at #1 on the iTunes Latin Alternative charts and made a few Top lists of 2013 including the iTunes Hot Albums of 2013, and PRI “The World's Top 16 albums you should have listened to in 2013”. Selected as a "World Café Next Artist" by NPR and dubbed "Florida funk fusionists" by the LA Times, the band has garnered rave reviews from coast to coast receiving generous radio airplay from tastemakers while making fans all around the world. Their well-crafted songs have been featured on various TV networks such as MTV, Concert Channel, PBS, ESPN, CNN, Discovery Channel, Nickelodeon, CW Networks, Univision and ABC, and continuously rotated on various radio shows around the world. The group originated in Miami, Florida as a collaborative project between Venezuelan producer Andres Ponce and Honduran singer-songwriter Sofy Encanto. The studio project later sprouted into three albums and a vibrant live show that features the talents of guitarist Buffalo Brown and trumpet player David Burgos, amongst other guest musicians. Elastic Bond has performed in festivals and venues in different North American markets such as New York, Boston, LA, Washington DC, North Carolina (Charlotte, Asheville), Seattle, Albany and Vancouver; and has been a showcasing artist at the LAMC in New York 2011 & 2013, Latin Billboard Conference 2012 and Hispanicize Conference 2014. Their new album title Honey Bun was released in February 2017 and it has been very well received by tastemaker radio station LA’s KCRW which has praised and added it to its rotation.
BURGHOST
Fernando Burgos is a musician, producer, dj and graphic artist. He also plays the keyboard for the incredible Mexico City band "Hello Seahorse!". In 2017 Fernando brings to you Burghost...a live act where he and two band mates mix electronic rhythms and sounds to bring an altogether new minimal techno and deep house groove.
Fernando Burgos is a musician, producer, dj and graphic artist. He also plays the keyboard for the incredible Mexico City band "Hello Seahorse!". In 2017 Fernando brings to you Burghost...a live act where he and two band mates mix electronic rhythms and sounds to bring an altogether new minimal techno and deep house groove.
BONNZ!
es un músico, productor y DJ originario de la Ciudad de México. Es baterista de Hello Seahorse! desde 2006 hasta la fecha. Banda con la que ha cosechado un sinnúmero de éxitos entre los que se encuentran tres nominaciones al Grammy Latino y participaciones en festivales internacionales como Coachella, Vive Latino, Corona Capital, Neon Desert, entre otros. Además ha participado en diversos proyectos como músico y productor. Ha realizado remixes para bandas internacionales como Clinic (UK), Porter, Dorian (España), Astro (Chile).
Locutor de Happy Beats, programa dedicado a los orígenes y nuevas propuestas de música electrónica, que se transmite todos los lunes a las 5pm por Coca Cola FM. Como DJ, es residente de El Imperial con su reconocida fiesta FREPO CLUB y ha tocado en los clubes más importantes de la Ciudad de México, como Rhodesia, Mono, M.N. Roy y en diversos clubes y fiestas a lo largo del país.
Abridor de Underworld, JD Samson, Nick Zinner (YYYs), en sus recientes visitas a México. Además ha girado las tornamesas en escenarios internacionales como Los Ángeles, Nueva York, San Diego, Texas, Puerto Rico, Buenos Aires y Tokio.
Amante de la música, sus gustos son tan variados que no te dejarán descansar un segundo. Del Hip Hop al Techno, pasando por Trap, House, Rock e incluso la cumbia, Bonnz siempre tiene el mejor arsenal cuando de armar una fiesta se trata.
es un músico, productor y DJ originario de la Ciudad de México. Es baterista de Hello Seahorse! desde 2006 hasta la fecha. Banda con la que ha cosechado un sinnúmero de éxitos entre los que se encuentran tres nominaciones al Grammy Latino y participaciones en festivales internacionales como Coachella, Vive Latino, Corona Capital, Neon Desert, entre otros. Además ha participado en diversos proyectos como músico y productor. Ha realizado remixes para bandas internacionales como Clinic (UK), Porter, Dorian (España), Astro (Chile).
Locutor de Happy Beats, programa dedicado a los orígenes y nuevas propuestas de música electrónica, que se transmite todos los lunes a las 5pm por Coca Cola FM. Como DJ, es residente de El Imperial con su reconocida fiesta FREPO CLUB y ha tocado en los clubes más importantes de la Ciudad de México, como Rhodesia, Mono, M.N. Roy y en diversos clubes y fiestas a lo largo del país.
Abridor de Underworld, JD Samson, Nick Zinner (YYYs), en sus recientes visitas a México. Además ha girado las tornamesas en escenarios internacionales como Los Ángeles, Nueva York, San Diego, Texas, Puerto Rico, Buenos Aires y Tokio.
Amante de la música, sus gustos son tan variados que no te dejarán descansar un segundo. Del Hip Hop al Techno, pasando por Trap, House, Rock e incluso la cumbia, Bonnz siempre tiene el mejor arsenal cuando de armar una fiesta se trata.
LesMachines
Los hermanos Hans y Peter Warner son cómplices musicales desde1995. En1999 forman uno de los proyectos de música electrónica más importantes en su momento, llamado Fase, mezcla de pop electrónico con un poco de trip hop editado en Universal Music (2002). El primer sencillo llamado “Tania” se posicionó en las listas de popularidad por su frescura, calidad e innovación, en ese momento nada sonaba en México como los hermanos Warner. En 2004 llegaría un nuevo proyecto: Sonido Vakero con un sonido mas house-funk dirigido hacia la pista de baile. En 2005 editan un disco independiente en Discos Konfort cambiando el nombre del proyecto a Rosco. Recorrieron todas las pistas de baile de casi toda la república, el sonido de Rosco era un sonido potente e impresionante, compartieron escenario con Chemical Brothers, Deep dish, Paul Oakenfold entre otros. En 2008 Rosco llega a su fin y nace momo! un trío integrado por los hermanos Warner y Ana Karla Escobar (Yo Camaleón). En 2011 editan su primer disco homónimo en Discos Casete.
A principios de 2016 nace un nuevo proyecto: LesMachines su sonido está orientado al house-techno para la pista de baile! En vivo se presentan con un poderoso acto, ejecutado magistralmente solamente con instrumentos análogos, cajas de ritmos, sintetizadores, efectos, compresores pero sin computadoras, TODO ANALOGO! Esto hace que el sonido sea espectacular y con gran personalidad al más puro estilo de las grandes bandas de música electrónica de las décadas de 1980 y 1990. Debutaron con el single “Over You” el cual se posicionó muy bien en Apple Music y iTunes. Actualmente el duo está presentando “Loving Me” segundo sencillo del EP “Over You” editado en We Dont Play Gtrs, el cual se estrena con un video de animación en el canal de YouTube de We Don’t Play Gtrs. Un sonido House-Techno noventero con una línea de bass contundente, una propuesta fresca y divertida.
Los hermanos Hans y Peter Warner son cómplices musicales desde1995. En1999 forman uno de los proyectos de música electrónica más importantes en su momento, llamado Fase, mezcla de pop electrónico con un poco de trip hop editado en Universal Music (2002). El primer sencillo llamado “Tania” se posicionó en las listas de popularidad por su frescura, calidad e innovación, en ese momento nada sonaba en México como los hermanos Warner. En 2004 llegaría un nuevo proyecto: Sonido Vakero con un sonido mas house-funk dirigido hacia la pista de baile. En 2005 editan un disco independiente en Discos Konfort cambiando el nombre del proyecto a Rosco. Recorrieron todas las pistas de baile de casi toda la república, el sonido de Rosco era un sonido potente e impresionante, compartieron escenario con Chemical Brothers, Deep dish, Paul Oakenfold entre otros. En 2008 Rosco llega a su fin y nace momo! un trío integrado por los hermanos Warner y Ana Karla Escobar (Yo Camaleón). En 2011 editan su primer disco homónimo en Discos Casete.
A principios de 2016 nace un nuevo proyecto: LesMachines su sonido está orientado al house-techno para la pista de baile! En vivo se presentan con un poderoso acto, ejecutado magistralmente solamente con instrumentos análogos, cajas de ritmos, sintetizadores, efectos, compresores pero sin computadoras, TODO ANALOGO! Esto hace que el sonido sea espectacular y con gran personalidad al más puro estilo de las grandes bandas de música electrónica de las décadas de 1980 y 1990. Debutaron con el single “Over You” el cual se posicionó muy bien en Apple Music y iTunes. Actualmente el duo está presentando “Loving Me” segundo sencillo del EP “Over You” editado en We Dont Play Gtrs, el cual se estrena con un video de animación en el canal de YouTube de We Don’t Play Gtrs. Un sonido House-Techno noventero con una línea de bass contundente, una propuesta fresca y divertida.
LOQUERA TRADICIÓN
Since 2012, cumbia has a new sound. Born in the midst of "La Política Alegre", the sound of Loquera Tradición is defined as a genre of its own by taking influences from Moombahton, dubstep and latinbass, mixing them with the traditional sound of cumbia and the mera loquera.
Since 2012, cumbia has a new sound. Born in the midst of "La Política Alegre", the sound of Loquera Tradición is defined as a genre of its own by taking influences from Moombahton, dubstep and latinbass, mixing them with the traditional sound of cumbia and the mera loquera.
LOLAA
Lex Valentine and Nadia Valerie King emerged in 2016 as LOLAA, releasing their debut single, "Always Been" [Spotify | iTunes], featuring backing vocals from '90s dance icon, Simone Denny of Love Inc., and performing live in Toronto, supporting acts such as Tkay Maidza, MSTRKRFT, Helado Negro, Puro Instinct, and Fear of Men, garnering features in Remezcla, Toronto Star, Indie 88 and NOW Magazine. King and Valentine had spent the better part of a decade as two-thirds of Toronto's Magneta Lane, a project begun in high school, releasing their debut record at just 16. When 2015 rolled around, Nadia and Lex were ready for something new, and began their writing sessions in the studio with producer, Jon Drew (F*cked Up/Tokyo Police Club). Combining their experience and skill as songwriters with the cultural influences that had lay dormant in their previous work, the sisters found the warmth and colour of freedom that laid the groundwork for LOLAA - drums, bass, movement, rhythm, pop-infused vocals and no-limits songwriting. LOLAA in its current form takes inspiration from Latin American/80's pop music/icons: Daniela Romo, Gloria Estefan, Kim Carnes, Laura Branigan, Debbie Harry, as well as the discotheque era: Donna Summer, Bianca Jagger, the lightness, the elegance, the dancing. Simply put — it's POP Music. The project became a mix of all the ideas the sisters had in their heads, a cultural collide of sounds. King and Valentine are of Mexican descent and have always considered this to be an integral part of their identities as people. "The thing about Latin Americans is that our culture is so colourful. We are always smiling and laughing, we love to dance, we feel immensely - passion, sadness - we celebrate life. We wanted LOLAA to have these ideas at its core, no matter what shape the songs took," Valentine explains. LOLAA takes its name from the Spanish name Dolores (Lola), meaning "Lady of Sorrows." It has been used in the English-speaking world since the 19th century. Their debut EP LOLAA, was released on May 22, 2017.
Lex Valentine and Nadia Valerie King emerged in 2016 as LOLAA, releasing their debut single, "Always Been" [Spotify | iTunes], featuring backing vocals from '90s dance icon, Simone Denny of Love Inc., and performing live in Toronto, supporting acts such as Tkay Maidza, MSTRKRFT, Helado Negro, Puro Instinct, and Fear of Men, garnering features in Remezcla, Toronto Star, Indie 88 and NOW Magazine. King and Valentine had spent the better part of a decade as two-thirds of Toronto's Magneta Lane, a project begun in high school, releasing their debut record at just 16. When 2015 rolled around, Nadia and Lex were ready for something new, and began their writing sessions in the studio with producer, Jon Drew (F*cked Up/Tokyo Police Club). Combining their experience and skill as songwriters with the cultural influences that had lay dormant in their previous work, the sisters found the warmth and colour of freedom that laid the groundwork for LOLAA - drums, bass, movement, rhythm, pop-infused vocals and no-limits songwriting. LOLAA in its current form takes inspiration from Latin American/80's pop music/icons: Daniela Romo, Gloria Estefan, Kim Carnes, Laura Branigan, Debbie Harry, as well as the discotheque era: Donna Summer, Bianca Jagger, the lightness, the elegance, the dancing. Simply put — it's POP Music. The project became a mix of all the ideas the sisters had in their heads, a cultural collide of sounds. King and Valentine are of Mexican descent and have always considered this to be an integral part of their identities as people. "The thing about Latin Americans is that our culture is so colourful. We are always smiling and laughing, we love to dance, we feel immensely - passion, sadness - we celebrate life. We wanted LOLAA to have these ideas at its core, no matter what shape the songs took," Valentine explains. LOLAA takes its name from the Spanish name Dolores (Lola), meaning "Lady of Sorrows." It has been used in the English-speaking world since the 19th century. Their debut EP LOLAA, was released on May 22, 2017.
CHAI TULANI
was born in Nakuru, Kenya and raised in Chicago, IL. His first official mixtape “Visionz of Zion” was featured on the front page of datpiff.com in May of 2013. After gaining some attention from his first mixtape he began working on his second mixtape, "Cloud High Vybes", which was released on April 19th, 2014. His launch of the mixtape had a great start. The “Cloud High Vybes” mixtape release party brought out an incredible crowd and received a number of great reviews of the tape.Today Tulani continues to make waves with his project "Pocket Juice" which was released in May of 2015 along with his singles such as "Ndoto" and "Stufio Love" featuring Christisn JaLon Chai Tulani is now on his way to becoming the number one artist in the nation.
was born in Nakuru, Kenya and raised in Chicago, IL. His first official mixtape “Visionz of Zion” was featured on the front page of datpiff.com in May of 2013. After gaining some attention from his first mixtape he began working on his second mixtape, "Cloud High Vybes", which was released on April 19th, 2014. His launch of the mixtape had a great start. The “Cloud High Vybes” mixtape release party brought out an incredible crowd and received a number of great reviews of the tape.Today Tulani continues to make waves with his project "Pocket Juice" which was released in May of 2015 along with his singles such as "Ndoto" and "Stufio Love" featuring Christisn JaLon Chai Tulani is now on his way to becoming the number one artist in the nation.
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BATTLE OF THE BANDS
added to the Pilsen Fest 2017 lineup.
BATTLE OF THE BANDS
added to the Pilsen Fest 2017 lineup.
AVANTIST
AVANTIST BY DEFINITION... is to be an Avant Gardist and this term aptly describes the post rock music churned out by four brothers from Chicago. Good art is of war, toil and struggle and the art produced by the brothers in Avantist is eclectic, hard-hitting, infectious, comical and even unpredictable at times. Having little prior musical experience, the brothers have drawn inspiration from everything in their lives, ranging from film, brotherly fracas, and the sound of their father's classically trained Mariachi voice. The result is that Avantist brings you something unique that transcends the singular sub-genre of post rock while still remaining relevant and entertaining. Avantist "Tidalwave" music video.
AVANTIST BY DEFINITION... is to be an Avant Gardist and this term aptly describes the post rock music churned out by four brothers from Chicago. Good art is of war, toil and struggle and the art produced by the brothers in Avantist is eclectic, hard-hitting, infectious, comical and even unpredictable at times. Having little prior musical experience, the brothers have drawn inspiration from everything in their lives, ranging from film, brotherly fracas, and the sound of their father's classically trained Mariachi voice. The result is that Avantist brings you something unique that transcends the singular sub-genre of post rock while still remaining relevant and entertaining. Avantist "Tidalwave" music video.
BLACK BEAR RODEO
The story starts with Juan Bonham, he was smuggled over here from a foreign land by his parents at the age of 16. He soon realized that his forearm muscles have developed exceptionally well due to the constant lonely yet furious masturbation and stranger sessions and that he needed to use this to his advantage, so he picked up the drums. His natural masturbation trained speed with the sticks was instant and people took notice. He started playing in all kinds of bands and then about a decade later met Big Gay.
Big Gay was fairly big but definitely super gay. He was not a homosexual though, to be clear, just super, super gay. One day Big Gay lost his job and wanted to start a band. Eventually he met Juan Bonham through mutual friends.
Twink was a master at the video games and the manipulation of unsuspecting womens. After a couple decades of this practice he ended up meeting Big Gay and Juan Bonham at local acoustic open mic nights that Big Gay ran.
And Thus, Black Dick Radio was born.
However, when it came to record an album only after being together for 2 months they felt there wasn’t enough material so Big Gay wrote a song on the spot in the studio called Cut The Strings. Big Gay sucks at piano though so he called Poopy Face up. Poopy immediately came in and improved the piano section and fell right into place. Poopy has been playing with the band since.
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The story starts with Juan Bonham, he was smuggled over here from a foreign land by his parents at the age of 16. He soon realized that his forearm muscles have developed exceptionally well due to the constant lonely yet furious masturbation and stranger sessions and that he needed to use this to his advantage, so he picked up the drums. His natural masturbation trained speed with the sticks was instant and people took notice. He started playing in all kinds of bands and then about a decade later met Big Gay.
Big Gay was fairly big but definitely super gay. He was not a homosexual though, to be clear, just super, super gay. One day Big Gay lost his job and wanted to start a band. Eventually he met Juan Bonham through mutual friends.
Twink was a master at the video games and the manipulation of unsuspecting womens. After a couple decades of this practice he ended up meeting Big Gay and Juan Bonham at local acoustic open mic nights that Big Gay ran.
And Thus, Black Dick Radio was born.
However, when it came to record an album only after being together for 2 months they felt there wasn’t enough material so Big Gay wrote a song on the spot in the studio called Cut The Strings. Big Gay sucks at piano though so he called Poopy Face up. Poopy immediately came in and improved the piano section and fell right into place. Poopy has been playing with the band since.
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THE BRAIDED JANES
is an award winning, bilingual, post-punk, Latin rock band from Chicago IL USA founded in 2012 by members Jessica Rodriguez (vocals, synthesizers, guitar, tambourine), Andrew Doyle, (bass) and Juny Alvarez (drums, cajón, percussion).
Though the trio had informally been playing together since they met in 2008, Las Juanas Trenzudas officially formed after finalizing their previous musical collaboration, The Guardians - an electronica project co-founded by producer / songwriter Frank De La Mora and lyricist / vocalist Jessica Rodriguez in 2010 which resulted in a 10 song album titled Warrior, Jessica's debut album and first time recording along with Andrew Doyle.
The trio reconnected with their roots weaving acoustic rock with percussive Latin beats and bilingual vocals. Each song is a gem, refined from a concept introduced during their creative jam sessions, given a heart beat and lyrical story. They mastered the ability to transcend through language and genre barriers, creating a unique and refined style of their own.
Their inaugural show was October of 2015. Their 4 song EP Waking The Dead debuted on April 14th 2016 on Radio One Chicago. The band later won the IMEA awards Latin Artist of The Year award in October 2016.
Aside from their tremendous friendship and love of music, the Braided Janes share a vision for social change - Their debut album Waking the Dead touches base on the issues of gun violence, discrimination, violence against women and the lack of accountability in the justice system. Their mission is to smash the apathy surrounding these issues and to create awareness by creating music that move people on a deeper level.
is an award winning, bilingual, post-punk, Latin rock band from Chicago IL USA founded in 2012 by members Jessica Rodriguez (vocals, synthesizers, guitar, tambourine), Andrew Doyle, (bass) and Juny Alvarez (drums, cajón, percussion).
Though the trio had informally been playing together since they met in 2008, Las Juanas Trenzudas officially formed after finalizing their previous musical collaboration, The Guardians - an electronica project co-founded by producer / songwriter Frank De La Mora and lyricist / vocalist Jessica Rodriguez in 2010 which resulted in a 10 song album titled Warrior, Jessica's debut album and first time recording along with Andrew Doyle.
The trio reconnected with their roots weaving acoustic rock with percussive Latin beats and bilingual vocals. Each song is a gem, refined from a concept introduced during their creative jam sessions, given a heart beat and lyrical story. They mastered the ability to transcend through language and genre barriers, creating a unique and refined style of their own.
Their inaugural show was October of 2015. Their 4 song EP Waking The Dead debuted on April 14th 2016 on Radio One Chicago. The band later won the IMEA awards Latin Artist of The Year award in October 2016.
Aside from their tremendous friendship and love of music, the Braided Janes share a vision for social change - Their debut album Waking the Dead touches base on the issues of gun violence, discrimination, violence against women and the lack of accountability in the justice system. Their mission is to smash the apathy surrounding these issues and to create awareness by creating music that move people on a deeper level.
CORDOBA
is a Pilsen based quintet that combines soulful vocals and explosive improvisation with a commitment to radical social change. Their new EP “Dream • Consume • Break” came out May 1st.
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is a Pilsen based quintet that combines soulful vocals and explosive improvisation with a commitment to radical social change. Their new EP “Dream • Consume • Break” came out May 1st.
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DÉCIMA
is a Mexican-American Alternative Pop/R&B/Electronic singer-songwriter based in Chicago. She has recently released her ladyfinger EP this March 2017. DÉCIMA is a high-spirited and devoted music creator. She demonstrates her experimentation with fresh sounds while finding new angles to blend her Mexican and American cultural influences in beautiful ways. She is influenced by artists like Gallant, NAO, and Sofi de la Torre. She is someone who is not afraid to be herself and she hopes to encourage others to feel the same way about themselves. Hoping to create a better place in the world by giving back to her community.
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is a Mexican-American Alternative Pop/R&B/Electronic singer-songwriter based in Chicago. She has recently released her ladyfinger EP this March 2017. DÉCIMA is a high-spirited and devoted music creator. She demonstrates her experimentation with fresh sounds while finding new angles to blend her Mexican and American cultural influences in beautiful ways. She is influenced by artists like Gallant, NAO, and Sofi de la Torre. She is someone who is not afraid to be herself and she hopes to encourage others to feel the same way about themselves. Hoping to create a better place in the world by giving back to her community.
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EMERG
is a Pilsen prodigy who raps about the everyday struggle people can relate to from poverty, gangs, corrupted cops, in the city of Chicago. He started performing a year after he started rapping at the age 15 and developed a fan base. Now at the age 24 he has released 3 mix-tapes out "NO PROFIT", "STATE OF EMERGENCY", and his latest which was released on May 20, 2017: "NO PROFIT 2". He has numerous videos on YouTube and is beginning his next wave of music set out to release in September 2017.
To listen to his music you can go to Soundcloud.com/hustleordierecord
is a Pilsen prodigy who raps about the everyday struggle people can relate to from poverty, gangs, corrupted cops, in the city of Chicago. He started performing a year after he started rapping at the age 15 and developed a fan base. Now at the age 24 he has released 3 mix-tapes out "NO PROFIT", "STATE OF EMERGENCY", and his latest which was released on May 20, 2017: "NO PROFIT 2". He has numerous videos on YouTube and is beginning his next wave of music set out to release in September 2017.
To listen to his music you can go to Soundcloud.com/hustleordierecord
FRANKIE B
a young Indie Pop singer, songwriter and musician from suburban Chicago, has been singing since before she began to walk. Picked up the guitar for the first time at the age of 8 and began playing piano at 11. After participating and winning every talent show in school with covers, she started writing her own songs in 2013 at the age of 15. After discovering her love for this new found gift and having penned 5 original songs, Frankie headed into a Chicago recording studio with local musicians to record her first EP. Her self titled EP was completed and released on ITunes in the summer of 2015. Shortly after the release of her EP, she was chosen to appear on Song Stage.
a young Indie Pop singer, songwriter and musician from suburban Chicago, has been singing since before she began to walk. Picked up the guitar for the first time at the age of 8 and began playing piano at 11. After participating and winning every talent show in school with covers, she started writing her own songs in 2013 at the age of 15. After discovering her love for this new found gift and having penned 5 original songs, Frankie headed into a Chicago recording studio with local musicians to record her first EP. Her self titled EP was completed and released on ITunes in the summer of 2015. Shortly after the release of her EP, she was chosen to appear on Song Stage.
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JULES & BEANS
Jules&Beans is a hardcore punk band from the south side of Chicago. Joined together by the drunk rock gods themselves, they have been destined for greatness since their first accidental jam in 2016. From songs that speak on social justice to The Simpson's, to Satan.. Jules&Bean's mission is to play fast, loud, and angry in order to revive the south side backyard punk scene back to it's former glory. For more information and origin stories, check them out on the face. |
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lives in Chicago, Illinois.
lives in Chicago, Illinois.
MR. CONSTANT
is a three-piece instrumental band from Chicago with roots in garage rock, post-rock, and funk, with plenty of improvisation in between. Their music emphasizes the mix of genres that they forge, while leaving room for high-energy improv. Their ability to adapt to change within this collective melting pot of genres is what they call Mr. Constant, for the only constant is change.
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is a three-piece instrumental band from Chicago with roots in garage rock, post-rock, and funk, with plenty of improvisation in between. Their music emphasizes the mix of genres that they forge, while leaving room for high-energy improv. Their ability to adapt to change within this collective melting pot of genres is what they call Mr. Constant, for the only constant is change.
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PURPLE TOKYO
Purple Tokyo is the product of exploring the mind’s mysterious places that are somewhat dangerous and dark, yet maintains a sense of fun and feel-good excitement throughout. The Vapor Wave / Electronica group has worked and performed alongside accomplished creatives such as Red Bull Thre3style Champion Trentino, Savoy, Award Winning Photographer Daniel Kelleghan, musical artist Leo Da Don, Galante El Emperador, and Tess Finley. The The group was recently nominated by fans and colleagues for a 2016 Chicago Nightlife Award for the category of ‘Best Producer/Remixer.’
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Purple Tokyo is the product of exploring the mind’s mysterious places that are somewhat dangerous and dark, yet maintains a sense of fun and feel-good excitement throughout. The Vapor Wave / Electronica group has worked and performed alongside accomplished creatives such as Red Bull Thre3style Champion Trentino, Savoy, Award Winning Photographer Daniel Kelleghan, musical artist Leo Da Don, Galante El Emperador, and Tess Finley. The The group was recently nominated by fans and colleagues for a 2016 Chicago Nightlife Award for the category of ‘Best Producer/Remixer.’
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SHORT STORY INC.
Punk/Trip-Hop Alternative. A couple guys from Chicago taking the new edge to Weird Raw well blended Psychedelic Reggae Punk music at really loud volumes!! The band has seen many changes since it's beginning in 2006. Members have come and gone, and the name changed from Short Story to The Violent Buddy System. After Nathan and Dan (original members) acquired Ed in 2009 the sound began to change dramatically, prompting the change of the band name to Short Story Inc. We play shows all over Chicago they are always posted. Short Story Inc. love playing shows and Fucking shit up!
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Punk/Trip-Hop Alternative. A couple guys from Chicago taking the new edge to Weird Raw well blended Psychedelic Reggae Punk music at really loud volumes!! The band has seen many changes since it's beginning in 2006. Members have come and gone, and the name changed from Short Story to The Violent Buddy System. After Nathan and Dan (original members) acquired Ed in 2009 the sound began to change dramatically, prompting the change of the band name to Short Story Inc. We play shows all over Chicago they are always posted. Short Story Inc. love playing shows and Fucking shit up!
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TONE ZONE SKAM
is a Latin Ska band from Chicago that was formed in November of 2010 that combines Ska with eclectic-musical influence of the band members creating a unique and solid sound that characterizes the band.
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is a Latin Ska band from Chicago that was formed in November of 2010 that combines Ska with eclectic-musical influence of the band members creating a unique and solid sound that characterizes the band.
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VITAMIN BRAINWASH
Originally a 3 piece from Chicago until very recently adding a second rhythm/lead guitarist was formed in late 2013 by Jesus Carrillo (drums), Genaro Padilla (rhythm/lead guitarist and lead vocals), and Heriberto Gallegos (backup vocals and bass). Playing at Open Mics, backyard shows, garage shows, and even landing some gigs at The Bottom Lounge and Reggie's Rock Club. Very recently Orlando Davila (rhythm/lead guitarist) has joined the band to only solidify their sound. They are now an established well recognized rock band in the local underground scene in Little Village and Pilsen. Vitamin Brainwash has been inspired by many great artists in the heavy metal world including Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, Sleep, Metallica, and many others. The influence of punk bands is also noticeable in their music, being inspired by bands like The Misfits, Iggy and the Stooges, Ramones, and many great punk bands. Their sound is unique and there's no real description on what to label their genre other than hard rock.
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Originally a 3 piece from Chicago until very recently adding a second rhythm/lead guitarist was formed in late 2013 by Jesus Carrillo (drums), Genaro Padilla (rhythm/lead guitarist and lead vocals), and Heriberto Gallegos (backup vocals and bass). Playing at Open Mics, backyard shows, garage shows, and even landing some gigs at The Bottom Lounge and Reggie's Rock Club. Very recently Orlando Davila (rhythm/lead guitarist) has joined the band to only solidify their sound. They are now an established well recognized rock band in the local underground scene in Little Village and Pilsen. Vitamin Brainwash has been inspired by many great artists in the heavy metal world including Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, Sleep, Metallica, and many others. The influence of punk bands is also noticeable in their music, being inspired by bands like The Misfits, Iggy and the Stooges, Ramones, and many great punk bands. Their sound is unique and there's no real description on what to label their genre other than hard rock.
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VIVIAN GARCIA
is Chicagoan born to Cuban parents. She began singing boleros and rumba flamenca covers in Chicago in 1999 with a local group and spent four years in Sarasota, Florida from 2001-2005 performing in clubs throughout the region. Upon returning to Chicago without a band , she found herself desiring to grace the stage once more. She made a bold move to live in Granada, Spain to study flamenco guitar at the Escuela Carmen de Las Cueva for several months in 2006 returning in 2007 and again in 2009 to continue learning. During the years of 2010- 2013 while living in Madrid, Spain working on an M.A. in Spanish literature she longed once more to perform and came into contact with many folk musicians from the U.K. and Spain who would influence her songwriting. Playing the open mic circuit there in 2012, she began to write the songs that would eventually become her first self produced album “Cold Bed" It is a blend of folk and blues with latin influences.
Since coming back from her time abroad, she has performed at several venues in Chicago including Double Door, Subterranean, Martyrs, Metro, Underground Wonder Bar, Uncommon Ground as well as having performed for Cumbiasazo, Fiesta del Sol, Mole de Mayo ,Celebrate Clark Street World Music Festival ,Villapalooza and most recently, the Taste of Chicago. Her song ‘Ven Conmigo’ from her 2016 EP In Between Times was featured on the daytime Emmy nominated HULU show East
is Chicagoan born to Cuban parents. She began singing boleros and rumba flamenca covers in Chicago in 1999 with a local group and spent four years in Sarasota, Florida from 2001-2005 performing in clubs throughout the region. Upon returning to Chicago without a band , she found herself desiring to grace the stage once more. She made a bold move to live in Granada, Spain to study flamenco guitar at the Escuela Carmen de Las Cueva for several months in 2006 returning in 2007 and again in 2009 to continue learning. During the years of 2010- 2013 while living in Madrid, Spain working on an M.A. in Spanish literature she longed once more to perform and came into contact with many folk musicians from the U.K. and Spain who would influence her songwriting. Playing the open mic circuit there in 2012, she began to write the songs that would eventually become her first self produced album “Cold Bed" It is a blend of folk and blues with latin influences.
Since coming back from her time abroad, she has performed at several venues in Chicago including Double Door, Subterranean, Martyrs, Metro, Underground Wonder Bar, Uncommon Ground as well as having performed for Cumbiasazo, Fiesta del Sol, Mole de Mayo ,Celebrate Clark Street World Music Festival ,Villapalooza and most recently, the Taste of Chicago. Her song ‘Ven Conmigo’ from her 2016 EP In Between Times was featured on the daytime Emmy nominated HULU show East
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