Category: Concerts
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Syndicate Sound Session 007: A Fire Forecast Flowing with Fun
*Link to tickets (limited quantity available) for Syndicate Sound Session 007 We’re just a couple of days away from Syndicate Sound Session 007, and it is shaping up to be a special episode unlike any other. Happening on Saturday, February 22, 2025, we’re heading back to Bass Station in Waukegan, IL. The last time? November…
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A Double Dose of Levity (Pt. 2): Madison Levitation
Madison, Wisconsin, is a place I’ve enjoyed since I first made trails into the city around a year ago. Home to the University of Wisconsin, there’s a different feel and vibe to what Madison represents in opposition to the sprawling Metropolis that is Chicago. The very first time I entered Madison, it came under cloak…
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A Double Dose of Levity (Pt 1): Zenfully Spicy
Piercing veils of darkness through sound and sight. When shadows overwhelm, laughter makes one feel bright. The best medicine in helping stressed minds find relief. Sometimes you have to believe, to receive a reprieve, that all will be well. What struggles have come will surely pass… focus on your task, let your moments last, for…
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For the Trees, Of The Trees Presents: Moonglade
Of The Trees, aka Tyler Coombs, has a sound approach to music production that has ingratiated him to audiences far and wide. His sets can be likened to the telling of a story, tracks like personally crafted messages indicative of the majesty Tyler observes within forests and trees. There are many who have said this…
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Previewing Syndicate Sound Session 006: Harbinger of the Horizon
Syndicate Sound Session 006 is shaping up to be an incredible occasion. Slated for January 18th, 2025, Suburban Sound Syndicate is headed back to Rookie’s Rochaus in West Dundee, IL. This favored venue has hosted all previous Syndicate Sound Sessions to date, except for legendary episode 001. Through Rookie’s Rochaus, Suburban Sound Syndicate will be…
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Snowta 2025: A Final Farewell to the Midwest from Tipper
Music is a collection of communities, and there are few as passionate as those who follow Tipper. Snowta has hosted Tipper at their events many times over the past few years, and when it was announced in the days of November that Tipper would perform two final shows in Minnesota, I eagerly signed on. Though…
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DnB All-Stars: A Show of Culture, Excellence, and Respect
About a week ago, I rolled out to Radius in Chicago, IL for an outstanding assembly of talent dubbed DnB All-Stars. Drum and Bass is one of my favorite genres of electronic music, and this lineup featured a bevy of talent that I was keen to see. Among those who drew my greatest interest were…
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A Testament To Tycho: Infinite Health and Lots of Love
On November 15th, Tycho stopped at the Salt Shed in Chicago, IL. Following the release of their sixth studio album, Infinite Health on August 30th, they began a tour across North America that started September 13th to delight and impress their adoring fans. This concert marked number twenty-five out of twenty-six of the tour for…
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Tipper’s Armada Tips its Hat to the Orion Amphitheater
When Tipper announced he’d be retiring in 2025, I made the decision to catch as many of his showcases as I am able before his ultimate exit. I’m not the only one. His fandom is composed of vibrant, vivacious, and votive supporters. Each of us who celebrates and identifies with Tipper’s standard of excellence resolved…
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An Unexpected Triple Entente at Lumasi’s Sun and Moon Tour
Before making my way to Lumasi’s Sun and Moon Chicago tour stop, August 23, I helped one of my Viking brothers move out of his apartment into a house. Well played, Joe Schmoe. The arrow is pointing upwards for you, as well as many others. I set a firm cutoff of 9pm for lending a…
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Syndicate Sound Sessions 005: A Scintillating Showcase of Entertainment
Living in Illinois, one generally has to travel to Chicago to access exceptional tiers of entertainment. There aren’t a lot of opportunities to let loose with fellow electronica enthusiasts and enjoy a well organized and produced presentation outside the city. Generally, you find yourself at a friend’s house listening to playlists and chilling. Better case,…