I arrived at the House of Vans at around 7 p.m., anticipating a long line waiting to see a free show being held in this notably cool venue. The doors opened at 7:30 p.m., and I gained access to the venue with ease. I strolled around the large skate park turned venue, taking photos at the various stations of artwork, which were created by the talented Jen Stark, and being projected onto the walls. Vivid … Continue reading Empress Of, Injury Reserve & Jen Stark For House Of Vans
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A Conversation With Shamir At Unknown Mortal Orchestra’s Curated House Of Vans Show
Unknown Mortal Orchestra curated a free show in Chicago at the House of Vans. If you haven’t had a chance to catch one of these shows, take everyone’s advice who has ever been and DO IT. Not only do they always have a great lineup, but they are always free and serve free beer all night courtesy of Goose Island! True Blue was the first headliner, followed by Las Vegas native Shamir, and the night … Continue reading A Conversation With Shamir At Unknown Mortal Orchestra’s Curated House Of Vans Show
“Pretty Sexy For An Old Man” : The Dead Milkmen Play The House Of Vans
When I was a junior in high school, my friends and I walked into the Best Buy that was near one of their houses on Halloween night (we didn't have much to do...). I strolled down the CD aisle and looked at all the new pop albums and classic-rock greatest hits comps and felt kind of disappointed. Then I noticed a name in the racks that I kind of recognized - The Dead Milkmen - local punk … Continue reading “Pretty Sexy For An Old Man” : The Dead Milkmen Play The House Of Vans
Princess Nokia Slays At House Of Vans With Guests Jpegmafia And Glitter Moneyyy
The event was curated by the rapper herself and included free admission, free drinks and an airy atmosphere. Rap duo by the name of Glitter Moneyyy set the tone for the night with goofy and empowering mantras. They brought the hype and humor but it was rather surface level (even though that might have been the point). With a beer or two in me I started to sing along to their track “SCD’ (suction cupdildo) … Continue reading Princess Nokia Slays At House Of Vans With Guests Jpegmafia And Glitter Moneyyy
Vic Mensa, The Pack, and Kami at the House of Vans
Chicago’s House of Vans kicked off their summer House Party series with a stacked lineup consisting of Vic Mensa, The Pack and Kami on May 31st. The venue, located off of W. Randolph Street, acts as a cultural hub for Chicagoans and provides a completely open bar with select cocktails and brews provided by Goose Island, Virtue, and Deep Eddy Vodka for 21+ patreons. Although Vans Warped Tour will come to an end this summer, … Continue reading Vic Mensa, The Pack, and Kami at the House of Vans