Champaign-Urbana
Congratulations to The Living Blue (formerly the Blackouts) for winning the Battle of the Bands National championship in
Manhattan. Among the judges was Kurt Loder. Also, bands that everyone should keep an eye are
The Invisible, Triple Whip,
and The International Bomb Squad.
For more information on music in the Champaign-Urbana area, go to the Opening Bands page.
Chicago
There's a tremendous amount of underground talent in the Windy City. The Orchestra stresses that
you check out Audio 8 Recordings. Along with Lyric
District, Baby Astronaut, and Galapagos 4, these links are testimony that good hip hop still exists. Also, if you are looking for
the rock side of things, visit Metro's page or check out the local Q 101 link.
Get a demo today at:
Wax Addict on Ashland Ave
Remixed EPs are available exclusively on CD Baby NOW!
Reckless Records on Milwaukee Ave
Gramaphone Records on Clark St.
Espresso Royale on Oregon