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    The Chicago Touch: 5 Artist Leaving A Mark In Music

    Chicago is the city of creative energy, unlimited opportunity, and ground-breaking music. Home to iconic and influential musical innovators like Kanye West, Common, Chaka Khan, Quincy Jones, and Earth Wind & Fire.

    Chicago is the blueprint for authentic music for generations to come. Influencing the mainstream using the rich Midwest culture, new sounds expressing life, love, and beyond make their way to our playlists.

    More than “drill music,” hardcore rap, or the violent narrative constantly circulated, Chicago is the foundation of authentic sound creation. This new wave of independent artists breathes fresh air into music.

    Using unique and imaginative storytelling, these music artists give a ‘Chicago Touch” to music.

    Elijah Leflore

    Elijah Leflore

    Elijah Leflore is a creator you can’t put in any specific box or category. With a mellow and poetic sound, his music pulls at your heartstrings and attaches to your soul.

    Elijah’s release of the album Midnight Summer, explored love, imagination, internal conflict, and undeniable creativity. Combining electronic and high-paced beats with R&B tones, Midnight Summer is a beautiful result of past influences with a modern expression.

    Further changing the feel of soul & R&B, Elijah Leflore adds a Chicago Touch to his sound.

    HeavyCrownz

    Heavy Crownz

    Heavy Crownz builds his sound from the ground up. A voice and leader of this generation, he uses music to convey community love and the beauty of Chicago culture. Releasing his anticipated single Englewood to Hollywood, Heavy Crownz uses a detailed but uplifting delivery over a soothing beat.

    A true ambassador for his city of Englewood, Heavy Crownz bridges the gap between musical influence and community outreach. Using a theme of cultivation, Heavy Crownz spreads his artistic seeds throughout hip-hop and rap.

    Taking his talents across the world, Heavy Crownz adds a Chicago touch everywhere he goes.

    A.T.O

    A.T.O

    A.T.O., also known as Allen, The Official, creates impactful platforms for creators throughout Chicago. With an inviting spirit, he uses captivating sounds to explore diversity and bring awareness.

    Founder of the powerhouse KVNS, A.T.O’s mission of a creative collective involving art, music, media, and community sparked a movement. Further using his influence, A.T.O includes societal issues and injustices throughout his music. Already cultivating change globally, A.T.O. leaves a Chicago touch on everything he encounters.

    SUPERBOY

    SUPERBOY

    Superboy is a trailblazer for the Afrobeat avenue of Chicago music. A young, intelligent, naturally gifted lyricist, his music embraces R&B and his Nigerian roots. Born in  Okokomainko Ojo Lagos state of Nigeria but raised in the Rogers Park neighborhood, Superboy combines cultural roots and the reality of city life in his music.

    His latest album Fresh Prince of Chicago, includes dance beats, meaningful lyricism, and raw emotion. At only 22, he’s become a face for the Afrobeat community, adding a Chicago and Nigerian touch to his music.

    These artists all embody Chicago culture in a variety of ways. From touching on community aspects, local resources, the reality of street life, and passion, they add a certain feeling only Chicago can create.

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