by Anais Turiello Greta Kline is no stranger to the indie music scene, but most people may not know her by that name. Over a decade ago, alone in her bedroom, Kline gave life to the project that is solely – and widely – known now as Frankie Cosmos. The 25-year-old musician has gone from posting lulling tunes on her Bandcamp to playing in front of hundreds of adoring and entranced fans, singing with mesmerizing, … Continue reading WLUW Sits Down with Frankie Cosmos
Month: September 2019
A Conversation with Spacebones
Photo by Emma Zanger by Anais Turiello Spacebones is a different kind of DIY band. The group, consisting of Tyrone Reed, Patrick Hubbard, Steven O’Toole, Robert Rashid and Loyola alumnus David Gates, has transformed their Chicago home into one of the most recognizable DIY venues known to those acquainted with the scene. The space, located in Humboldt Park, goes by the name Hungry City and has been intentionally designed to be a place full of … Continue reading A Conversation with Spacebones
The Luis Mejía Riot Fest Review: Ska Edition
Photo by Morgan Ciocca Article by Luis Mejía Ahrens I hate to be this guy, but let’s talk ska. I know, it has been years since ska has reached its apogee. The mid-1990s came and went, bringing with them new and exciting forms of music, but here at WLUW we are still stuck on the sounds of suburban Orange County. At least, if not all of us here at WLUW, I am. I discovered ska … Continue reading The Luis Mejía Riot Fest Review: Ska Edition
4 Minutes Later – EP Review
by Matea Peric 4 Minutes Later is an anonymous band that is transforming modern pop music. Although none of the members have released their identities publicly, their debut self-titled EP showcases the band’s individuality in its stylistic range and strong roots in personal experience. The EP, released on Sept. 20 of this year, focuses primarily on complicated relationships and internal struggle. “4 Minutes Later” EP is rich in its variety, incorporating elements of many genres … Continue reading 4 Minutes Later – EP Review
From “Rock Lobster” to “Rebel Girl” – WLUW Talks Riot Fest 2019
Sept. 13-15 marked the 15th anniversary of Riot Fest at Douglas Park here in Chicago. Read more to see which performances impressed WLUW staffers the most. Photos by Paul Quinn Caroline RoseThe Flaming Lips Blink-182Lando ChillBikini Kill FRIDAY — Caroline Rose Friday afternoon, Caroline Rose and her band took the stage as one of the few indie pop bands on the Riot Fest lineup. Caroline’s 2018 album “Loner” showcases her intense story-telling songwriting alongside catchy … Continue reading From “Rock Lobster” to “Rebel Girl” – WLUW Talks Riot Fest 2019