Five Ways The 2020 Census May Impact The Illinois Music Community
2020-02-16
Mike O’Cull outlines five ways that the 2020 census could impact the Illinois music community. Read this important article right here on Chicago Music Guide!
Why working with a creative career coach can seem intimidating but really isn’t….
2020-01-06
Have you ever wanted to work with a coach on your creative career but felt you weren’t ready? That’s exactly the time you should! Sheila Chandra helps encourage each of you to invest in your career and in yourselves. Read more!
A New Kind of “Family Album”: Winning Combination by The Safes
2019-11-06
World-Touring Rock and Roll Band of Brothers Returns to Chicago 11/27/19 at Beat Kitchen paying homage to a broad range of musical influences and the gifts of family “If it weren’t for Patrick I wouldn’t be alive today. [He’s the] best guy I know, he’s my best friend,” says FrankieContinue Reading
The Importance of Being a Cover-band
2019-07-02
In the music scene, there is occasionally a sense of elitism. Many bands look down at cover bands, thinking they aren’t legitimate or talented. Read More…
The Beginner’s Set-list
2019-05-31
Picking a set-list for your very first gig is a huge task. It defines your intentions as a musician and a creative mind. Read more on Chicago Music Guide!
Competition in Your Local Scene
2019-04-30
Having that sense of competition forces you to try harder. It sets a standard that one feels obligated to exceed. Read more here on Chicago Music Guide!
Broadening Your Musical Horizons
2019-03-31
“Force yourself to listen to new bands. Go out with friends to see local concerts. Take chances and see bands you know nothing about.” Read more!
First Show Jitters
2019-03-21
The sounds of cheering fans, thumping bass, thunderous riffs, and crashing drums. That’s what we envision our first gig as. While that may be a reality for some, for many of us, our first time on stage is vastly different. People who haven’t experienced playing in front of a liveContinue Reading
Understanding The Band Hierarchy
2019-02-04
Understanding The Band Hierarchy – Every band has its hierarchy, but there has to be one or two members that really buckles down and thinks about the band’s future. Read more!
Chicago Music History – 80’s and 90’s Rock
2019-01-20
Marcelle Owona walks you through the 80’s and 90’s in Chicago, from Naked Raygun, to Smashing Pumkins, to Twista, there was definitely a lot going on!