Sessions @33

Maya Tanaka Allwardt is a jazz fusion pianist who captivates audiences with her distinctive style and technical virtuosity. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Hiromi, Herbie Hancock, and Chick Corea, her award-winning talent for piano and percussion has cemented her reputation as a major talent and musical innovator. Check out more from Maya on Spotify and Apple Music ! Set List: 1. Seeker (By...

Liptoss are a seven-piece band with two lead singers. They blend catchy pop hooks with the gritty authenticity of rock’s rebellious spirit. The band is unified by the effort to infuse their music with a fresh, invigorating sound. They invite listeners to immerse themselves in a world where the boundaries between pop and rock blur. Set List: 1. Obvious   2. Deny   3. Lethal &nbs...

Coming from New Orleans and Los Angeles, the Chicago-based group joins the tradition of female-fronted grunge that arose in the early 90’s. The dual vocal stylings of guitarist Lydia Billie and bassist Marlowe Shachory are supported by the incomparable drumming of Sabrina Borg. Keep an eye out for Laceles in your local Chicago and Milwaukee venues. Set List: 1. Choked on Gold  2. Cracked Eggs...

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! Set List: 1. Next Week  2. Wish You...

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.  Set List: 1. Gone 2. Cut 3. Them Changes (by Thundercat) 4. Alphabet Soup Links to Versus Vitality: https://www.instagra...

Sam Wing is a singer/songwriter whose music combines classical forms with elements of pop, folk, soul. Classically trained on the cello and self-taught on drums, guitar, and piano, he began recording his own music in his bedroom during the pandemic. Sam dreams of making a living through his own music. Set List: 1. Unwanted Dawn  2. Trail  3. I Won’t See  4. The Light That Has Lighte...

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.  Set List: 1. What Makes Friends Best 2. Desert Sun 3. Like Lake Michigan 4. The Only Exc...

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...

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. Set List: 1. 510 2. Believe Me 3. Soulflame Links to Jaeya Bayani: https://www.ja...

As a poet turned singer/songwriter, Ella Malarkey  enjoys finding the space where their folk inspirations and punk/emo roots can come together. From adolescence into adulthood, Ella has been rocking open mics and local shows, touring with their band, and showcasing their musical talents. To hear more from Ella Malarkey, check them out on Spotify and Apple Music ! Set List: 1. Between the Lines&nbs...

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! Set List: 1. I Got Swindled  2. Sodafalls  3. Gobstopper  4. Bin Liner Fashion (by Gilla Band) Links...

The punk quartet, Rotundos, has lit a fire beneath the Chicago music scene. With a no-holds barred attack that pays homage to several genres, Rotundos is quickly building a following that’s hungry for more rock. Set List: 1. Sky Train  2. I’m On the Run From Your Heart  3. Losing  4. Problems (by Pinegrove)  Links to Rotundos: https://ffm.bio/rotundos

Set List: 1. Valentine 2. Another Life 3. If You Love Her (by Tokyo Tea Room) 4. Reach Me Links to VVLVX: Apple Music Spotify Instagram

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! Set List: 1. You Need a Hero (I Need a Break) 2. Na Na Na (by My Chemical Romance) 3. To the Waves 4. Small Talk on Death Row L...

This artist made his first song when he was just a fourteen-year-old kid back in Crystal Lake, IL. Ever since, he’s been obsessed with the writing process and creating something of his own. Now a sophomore at CCC, Marko continues to use music as an outlet to express himself. Set List: 1. Miss You So  2. Don’t Lose Your Soul  3. Tomorrow  4. Sweater Weather (Cover by the band The Nei...

Set List: 1. Gold Hands  2. Where Are You Now  3.. Vague Home   4. Blue Velvet (by Tony Bennett)  Links to Bagel: https://linktr.ee/666.Bagel  

Set List: 1. Don’t Waste My Time  2. A Team (by Ed Sheeran)  3. Up All Night   4. In the End   Links to Marcus Bailey: https://linktr.ee/Mbail.music

Get to know the bands!

Set List: 1. Oxford Shoes  2. 2050  3. Escape  4. Pour Un Instant (by Harmonium)  Links to Nathan Frederic: Spotify Bandcamp Apple Music

Set list:    1. Great Fall (Side A)    2. Heavy Rain   3. Starry Motor Bike  4. Tell Her How you Feel (by Dream Wave)  Members:  Patrick O’Shea- Vocals/guitar  Lydia Billie- Bass/backing vocals  Sabrina Borg-Melodica and bongos  Links to Casper Hill: Bandcamp , YouTube , Spotify

Set list:  1. DIAMANTE  2. PA QUEMARTE  3. SPACE MERMAIDS  4. Do Me Good (by Amy Winehouse ) Links to MALA $ANTA: Apple Music Spotify Instagram Linktree

Set List:   1. Lazy Sundays  2. I’m Waiting  3. All the Gods  4. Everything is B******* (by Particle Kid)  Links to Roaming Bear: Facebook , YouTube , Instagram , Bandcamp , Website , Bandsintown , linktree

Set LIst:  1.  Young  2. Window, Window  (by The Beatles) 3. Cherry Dream  4. Flower Petals  Links to Adelaide: Instagram    https://linktr.ee/lemonadelaide  

Set List: 1. Mariska Hill  2. Under The Sea (by Howard/Ashman - Little Mermaid)  3. The Giving Tree  4. Working Party  Links to Retrospect: https://soundcloud.com/ben-jossi https://benjossi.bandcamp.com/track/marble-boy https://www.benjossimusic.com/retrospect   https://normalwriting.com/  (Guitarist)  https://www.instagram.com/_normal_writing/?hl=en  (Guitarist)&nbsp...