http://vocalo.org Mon, 20 May 2013 20:51:27 +0000 Mon, 20 May 2013 20:51:27 +0000 en Copyright 2012 Chicago Public Media feeds@soundcloud.com (SoundCloud Feeds) A magazine-style music show featuring local, new and independent music. Plus segments on new releases, music news, and in-depth interviews dealing with the culture and politics of music and the artists who make it. Hosted by Jesse Menendez. Airs Monday-Friday 6-8pm Central on Vocalo 89.5 FM and Vocalo.org. http://i1.sndcdn.com/avatars-000042238928-39nelu-original.jpg?9d68d37 http://vocalo.org Chicago Public Media Music and interviews with emerging and established artists from Chitown and beyond Copyright 2012 Chicago Public Mediamusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,ChicagoMusicpodcasts@chicagopublicradio.orgChicago Public Medianomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,ChicagoA magazine-style music show featuring local, new and independent music. Plus segments on new releases, music news, and in-depth interviews dealing with the culture and politics of music and the artists who make it. Hosted by Jesse Menendez. Airs Monday-Friday 6-8pm Central on Vocalo 89.5 FM and Vocalo.org. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/93107197 Mon, 20 May 2013 20:41:13 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/pinqyring 14:53 Vocalo's Music Vox Chicago MC Pinqy Ring joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to discuss her current release - A Beautiful Mess mixtape and the experiences that informed it, such as the near fatal car accident, and how she got away from a lifestyle of gang banging and violence and embraced a more positive lifestyle. The MusicVox airs weekdays 6-8 PM on 90.7 FM (CHI) / 89.5 (NWI) / www.vocalo.org Chicago MC Pinqy Ring joi... Chicago MC Pinqy Ring joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to discuss her current release - A Beautiful Mess mixtape and the experiences that informed it, such as the near fatal car accident, and how she got away from a lifestyle of gang banging and violence and embraced a more positive lifestyle. The MusicVox airs weekdays 6-8 PM on 90.7 FM (CHI) / 89.5 (NWI) / www.vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/92063005 Mon, 13 May 2013 22:53:52 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/alice-russell 7:59 Vocalo's Music Vox UK pop soul singer Alice Russell joined Jesse Menendez on the line to talk about the new album To Dust. The MusicVox airs weekdays 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org UK pop soul singer Alice ... UK pop soul singer Alice Russell joined Jesse Menendez on the line to talk about the new album To Dust. The MusicVox airs weekdays 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/91046236 Mon, 06 May 2013 22:41:14 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/add-2 14:59 Vocalo's Music Vox Chicago's Add-2 has long held the mantle of one of the city's most thoughtful and talented lyricists. Each release is a carefully crafted blend of social commentary, aggression and undeniable soul. The current release is a continuation of One Missed Call mixtape series - More Missed Calls. The talented rapper joined Jesse Menendez to talk about how he reconciles his intensely thought-provoking, conscious hip hop with his penchant for a harder rap sound; his thoughts on the relationship between hip hop and violence and much much more! The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org Chicago's Add-2 has long ... Chicago's Add-2 has long held the mantle of one of the city's most thoughtful and talented lyricists. Each release is a carefully crafted blend of social commentary, aggression and undeniable soul. The current release is a continuation of One Missed Call mixtape series - More Missed Calls. The talented rapper joined Jesse Menendez to talk about how he reconciles his intensely thought-provoking, conscious hip hop with his penchant for a harder rap sound; his thoughts on the relationship between hip hop and violence and much much more! The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/90338630 Wed, 01 May 2013 19:34:14 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/veils 8:05 Vocalo's Music Vox London-based rock band The Veils have released their fourth studio album "Time Stays, We Go." It's a collection of feverish songs that the front man Finn Andrews calls his band's most focused effort yet. Finn spoke with Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox about some of the themes that run through this album. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org Catch The Veils in Chicago on Thursday, 5/2 at Subterranean. London-based rock band Th... London-based rock band The Veils have released their fourth studio album "Time Stays, We Go." It's a collection of feverish songs that the front man Finn Andrews calls his band's most focused effort yet. Finn spoke with Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox about some of the themes that run through this album. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org Catch The Veils in Chicago on Thursday, 5/2 at Subterranean. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/90045418 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:12:12 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/mikkey-halsted 15:10 Vocalo's Music Vox Through his music Chicago MC Mikkey Halsted vividly describes his experiences growing up in this city. The accounts are both eye-opening and alarming, always delivered with craftsmanship. Mikkey joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about his upcoming album and how he came up as a prolific MC. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org Through his music Chicago... Through his music Chicago MC Mikkey Halsted vividly describes his experiences growing up in this city. The accounts are both eye-opening and alarming, always delivered with craftsmanship. Mikkey joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about his upcoming album and how he came up as a prolific MC. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/89066098 Mon, 22 Apr 2013 23:08:30 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/new-world-ancients 10:43 Vocalo's Music Vox On their debut album, Temporal Beast, Chicago's eclectic rock group The New World Ancients manage to bring together just about every possible instrument you can image - a Theramin, a sitar, keys, harmonicas, and the list goes on... The group joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to discuss the new record and their approach to writing it. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org On their debut album, Tem... On their debut album, Temporal Beast, Chicago's eclectic rock group The New World Ancients manage to bring together just about every possible instrument you can image - a Theramin, a sitar, keys, harmonicas, and the list goes on... The group joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to discuss the new record and their approach to writing it. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/89052347 Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:19:38 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/allah-las 7:41 Vocalo's Music Vox California's 60's flavored surf rock band Allah-Las are currently on tour with The Black Angels. Jesse Menendez spoke with the band on The MusicVox about their new self-titled album and the perception of their music. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org California's 60's flavore... California's 60's flavored surf rock band Allah-Las are currently on tour with The Black Angels. Jesse Menendez spoke with the band on The MusicVox about their new self-titled album and the perception of their music. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/88336402 Wed, 17 Apr 2013 22:15:41 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/implodes 10:36 Vocalo's Music Vox Chicago's Implodes have recently released their second full-length "Recurring Dream," an album filled with fuzz and murky ambiance. Matt and Emily of Implodes joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to discuss the new album and the inception of their sound. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org Chicago's Implodes have r... Chicago's Implodes have recently released their second full-length "Recurring Dream," an album filled with fuzz and murky ambiance. Matt and Emily of Implodes joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to discuss the new album and the inception of their sound. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/87605565 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 20:28:12 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/talib-kweli 13:35 Vocalo's Music Vox Talib Kweli has been called a conscious rapper, an underground rapper, a backpack rapper.. Whatever you wanna call him, he simply says he's a man who stands up for what he believes is right and he puts that message in his music. The prolific artist joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox and spoke about playing with a live band, his upcoming record, Prisoner of Conscious, what motivates his politically and socially conscious lyrics, and commented on his recent dialogue with Lupe Fiasco about the affect lyrics and art have on our communities. Catch Talib playing in Chicago with a live band this Saturday, 4/13 at Double Door The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org Talib Kweli has been call... Talib Kweli has been called a conscious rapper, an underground rapper, a backpack rapper.. Whatever you wanna call him, he simply says he's a man who stands up for what he believes is right and he puts that message in his music. The prolific artist joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox and spoke about playing with a live band, his upcoming record, Prisoner of Conscious, what motivates his politically and socially conscious lyrics, and commented on his recent dialogue with Lupe Fiasco about the affect lyrics and art have on our communities. Catch Talib playing in Chicago with a live band this Saturday, 4/13 at Double Door The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/86992725 Mon, 08 Apr 2013 20:00:53 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/mutts-bare-and-unplugged 12:31 Vocalo's Music Vox Chicago's rock trio Mutts, is known for gritty, grungy guitar distortions and loud in-your-face blues rock. But on their newest album, Object Permanence, you'll hear none of that. Mike Maimone's guttural vocals take the center of attention, delivering poignant social commentary over stripped down, unplugged arrangements. The band joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about the new songs and the change of sound. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org Chicago's rock trio Mutts... Chicago's rock trio Mutts, is known for gritty, grungy guitar distortions and loud in-your-face blues rock. But on their newest album, Object Permanence, you'll hear none of that. Mike Maimone's guttural vocals take the center of attention, delivering poignant social commentary over stripped down, unplugged arrangements. The band joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about the new songs and the change of sound. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/86565383 Fri, 05 Apr 2013 21:31:09 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/io-echo 12:45 Vocalo's Music Vox LA's experimental pop duo IO Echo has just released their full-length debut "Ministry of Love," and album influenced by the Far East and Kabuki culture. Ioanna and Leo joined Jesse Menendez on the line about the album, how the Asian influence manifests in their music, as well as the best way to approach songwriting when scoring for films. Catch the band this summer in Chicago at Lollapalooza. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org LA's experimental pop duo... LA's experimental pop duo IO Echo has just released their full-length debut "Ministry of Love," and album influenced by the Far East and Kabuki culture. Ioanna and Leo joined Jesse Menendez on the line about the album, how the Asian influence manifests in their music, as well as the best way to approach songwriting when scoring for films. Catch the band this summer in Chicago at Lollapalooza. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/85540111 Fri, 29 Mar 2013 23:09:00 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/har-mar-superstar 12:00 Vocalo's Music Vox If you've never seen Har Mar Superstar perform or heard his music, imagine a sexual barrage of soulful lyrics and cheeky showmanship. The eccentric pop persona is back with a new album "Bye Bye 17." The man spoke with Jesse Menendez about the new album, its direction and of course his persona. Har Mar performs in Chicago this Saturday (3/30) at Lincoln Hall. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org If you've never seen Har ... If you've never seen Har Mar Superstar perform or heard his music, imagine a sexual barrage of soulful lyrics and cheeky showmanship. The eccentric pop persona is back with a new album "Bye Bye 17." The man spoke with Jesse Menendez about the new album, its direction and of course his persona. Har Mar performs in Chicago this Saturday (3/30) at Lincoln Hall. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/85537782 Fri, 29 Mar 2013 22:48:37 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/virgins 12:21 Vocalo's Music Vox Strike Gently is the long awaited second full-length album from critically acclaimed NY-based band The Virgins. It's a follow up to their self-titled debut - a collection of soaring pop songs that catapulted them to national fame. In their stead comes a new album and new sound - what band leader Don Cumming describes as a more accurate representation of the band and who he is as a musician. Don joined Jesse Menendez to talk discuss the new songs and his more honest approach to writing them. The band plays in Chicago this Saturday (3/30) at Lincoln Hall The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org Photo by Guy Eppel Strike Gently is the long... Strike Gently is the long awaited second full-length album from critically acclaimed NY-based band The Virgins. It's a follow up to their self-titled debut - a collection of soaring pop songs that catapulted them to national fame. In their stead comes a new album and new sound - what band leader Don Cumming describes as a more accurate representation of the band and who he is as a musician. Don joined Jesse Menendez to talk discuss the new songs and his more honest approach to writing them. The band plays in Chicago this Saturday (3/30) at Lincoln Hall The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org Photo by Guy Eppel podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/84460842 Fri, 22 Mar 2013 20:15:55 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/hankandcupcakes 8:57 Vocalo's Music Vox NY-based dynamic dance duo Hank & Cupcakes have been on quite a musical journey having started as an acoustic folk trio in their home town Tel Aviv, then studying music in Havanna, Cuba, and finally relocating to New York to pursue a career in disco dance pop. Yet, they claim it all started out of boredom... One half of the group - Cupcakes - joined Jesse Menendez on the line to talk about their music evolution, and the new EP "Ain't No Love." NY-based dynamic dance du... NY-based dynamic dance duo Hank & Cupcakes have been on quite a musical journey having started as an acoustic folk trio in their home town Tel Aviv, then studying music in Havanna, Cuba, and finally relocating to New York to pursue a career in disco dance pop. Yet, they claim it all started out of boredom... One half of the group - Cupcakes - joined Jesse Menendez on the line to talk about their music evolution, and the new EP "Ain't No Love." podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/83828200 Mon, 18 Mar 2013 18:57:47 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/brodka 10:52 Vocalo's Music Vox From winning Poland's Pop Idol to making Gold records, pop star Monika Brodka has enjoyed great success in her own country. The latest EP "LAX" has her singing in English in an effort to diversify her songwriting and her audiences. Monika joined The MusicVox host Jesse Menendez on the phone while on tour in US. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8 PM CT on 89.5 FM (NWI) / (90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org From winning Poland's Pop... From winning Poland's Pop Idol to making Gold records, pop star Monika Brodka has enjoyed great success in her own country. The latest EP "LAX" has her singing in English in an effort to diversify her songwriting and her audiences. Monika joined The MusicVox host Jesse Menendez on the phone while on tour in US. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8 PM CT on 89.5 FM (NWI) / (90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/82410376 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 23:30:26 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/los-perros-cubanos 17:51 Vocalo's Music Vox Chicago group Los Perros Cubanos pay homage to Cuba by celebrating its history through music. The group joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to play a few songs live. Chicago group Los Perros ... Chicago group Los Perros Cubanos pay homage to Cuba by celebrating its history through music. The group joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to play a few songs live. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/81810146 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 20:59:52 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/lili-k 10:20 Vocalo's Music Vox Though relatively young in her career, neo-soul singer Lili K has begun to make her presence felt through two solo releases, handful of singles and a number of collaborations with some of Chicago's brightest MCs. She joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to discuss her latest release Metal Petals EP. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8pm on 89.5 FM (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org Though relatively young i... Though relatively young in her career, neo-soul singer Lili K has begun to make her presence felt through two solo releases, handful of singles and a number of collaborations with some of Chicago's brightest MCs. She joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to discuss her latest release Metal Petals EP. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8pm on 89.5 FM (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) / www.vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/81397793 Fri, 01 Mar 2013 21:08:51 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/deer-tracks 13:13 Vocalo's Music Vox Swedish duo The Deer Tracks have been experimenting and finding new ways to expand their sonic palette using both traditional and found sounds and creating a thick-layered orchestral electronic trip hop. The latest result of these sonic explorations is Pt. 3 of their Archer Trilogy series. David and Elin joined Jesse Menendez in-studio to talk about the thought process that goes into making their music and how their home town, Gefle, has influenced the music they create today. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8 PM on 89.5 FM (NWI), 90.7 FM (CHI) and www.vocalo.org Swedish duo The Deer Trac... Swedish duo The Deer Tracks have been experimenting and finding new ways to expand their sonic palette using both traditional and found sounds and creating a thick-layered orchestral electronic trip hop. The latest result of these sonic explorations is Pt. 3 of their Archer Trilogy series. David and Elin joined Jesse Menendez in-studio to talk about the thought process that goes into making their music and how their home town, Gefle, has influenced the music they create today. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8 PM on 89.5 FM (NWI), 90.7 FM (CHI) and www.vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/80831601 Mon, 25 Feb 2013 23:04:06 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/kflay 14:11 Vocalo's Music Vox New York based rapper K.Flay is known for her electronic tinged brand of introspective Hip Hop. While on tour in support of her new mixtape West Ghost, she stopped by the studio and talked to Jesse Menendez the mix tape, her place in the Hip Hop continuum, her thoughts on feminism in music and more. New York based rapper K.F... New York based rapper K.Flay is known for her electronic tinged brand of introspective Hip Hop. While on tour in support of her new mixtape West Ghost, she stopped by the studio and talked to Jesse Menendez the mix tape, her place in the Hip Hop continuum, her thoughts on feminism in music and more. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/80000768 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 01:06:25 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/dj-academy 10:38 Vocalo's Music Vox Are you an aspiring DJ? Always wanted to learn how to scratch from the pros? Scratch DJ Academy, co-founded in 2002 by the late Jam Master Jay of Run DMC, teaches over 50,000 people annually at its three flagship locations in New York, Los Angeles and Miami and now its new location in Chicago. DJ Hapa, the National Brand Director for the Academy, joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about the new location and what the school can offer to all aspiring DJs. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8pm CT on vocalo.org / 89.5 FM (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) Are you an aspiring DJ? A... Are you an aspiring DJ? Always wanted to learn how to scratch from the pros? Scratch DJ Academy, co-founded in 2002 by the late Jam Master Jay of Run DMC, teaches over 50,000 people annually at its three flagship locations in New York, Los Angeles and Miami and now its new location in Chicago. DJ Hapa, the National Brand Director for the Academy, joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about the new location and what the school can offer to all aspiring DJs. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8pm CT on vocalo.org / 89.5 FM (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/79822126 Mon, 18 Feb 2013 20:38:51 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/nick-waterhouse 11:40 Vocalo's Music Vox Though not part of retro soul movement, Nick Weterhouse's music definitely exudes soul, blues, honesty and character. Nick spoke with Jesse Menendez on the line about what led him to become a singer / songwriter, and geeked out on vinyl 45's. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8pm CT on Vocalo.org / 89.5 FM (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) Though not part of retro ... Though not part of retro soul movement, Nick Weterhouse's music definitely exudes soul, blues, honesty and character. Nick spoke with Jesse Menendez on the line about what led him to become a singer / songwriter, and geeked out on vinyl 45's. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8pm CT on Vocalo.org / 89.5 FM (NWI) / 90.7 FM (CHI) podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/78844640 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:17:27 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/shuteye 10:05 Vocalo's Music Vox Chicago's duo Shuteye craft a style of music steeped in electronics. Elysia and Alena joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to discuss their writing process and debut album Hush Hush. Chicago's duo Shuteye cra... Chicago's duo Shuteye craft a style of music steeped in electronics. Elysia and Alena joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to discuss their writing process and debut album Hush Hush. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/78820425 Mon, 11 Feb 2013 21:13:10 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/just-blaze 10:44 Vocalo's Music Vox For more than a decade, Just Blaze has been defining commercial Hip Hop sound. He's worked repeatedly with artists like Kanye West, Jay-Z and Eminem, producing some of the best known and greatest Hip Hop tracks. Just Blaze spoke with Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox about how a few of these tracks came about, his contribution to the game, recent collaboration with Baauer, and how the infamous "Just Blaze" drop came about. For more than a decade, J... For more than a decade, Just Blaze has been defining commercial Hip Hop sound. He's worked repeatedly with artists like Kanye West, Jay-Z and Eminem, producing some of the best known and greatest Hip Hop tracks. Just Blaze spoke with Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox about how a few of these tracks came about, his contribution to the game, recent collaboration with Baauer, and how the infamous "Just Blaze" drop came about. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/77833241 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 20:22:12 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/ishmael-palaceer-discusses-the 11:46 Vocalo's Music Vox Since the release of their cryptic EP's, Shabazz Palaces have been intriguing the audiences with some of the most distinctive, bold and creative approach to Hip Hop. Jesse Menendez spoke with Ishmael Palaceer on The MusicVox about his relationship with abstract art, the perception of his music, and hipster blogs! Since the release of thei... Since the release of their cryptic EP's, Shabazz Palaces have been intriguing the audiences with some of the most distinctive, bold and creative approach to Hip Hop. Jesse Menendez spoke with Ishmael Palaceer on The MusicVox about his relationship with abstract art, the perception of his music, and hipster blogs! podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/77831542 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 20:10:30 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/jordanyears 13:51 Vocalo's Music Vox The Jordan Years have been cutting their teeth all over Chicago's premier clubs with their soulful instrumentals and covers of some of our favorite hip hop tracks. With the addition of Wes Restless on vocals, the group has released several EP's and now, they took a leap forward with a full-length concept album - Homemade Hustler. Wes Restless, Roger and Mike joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to discuss the new record, it's themes and sound. The Jordan Years have bee... The Jordan Years have been cutting their teeth all over Chicago's premier clubs with their soulful instrumentals and covers of some of our favorite hip hop tracks. With the addition of Wes Restless on vocals, the group has released several EP's and now, they took a leap forward with a full-length concept album - Homemade Hustler. Wes Restless, Roger and Mike joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to discuss the new record, it's themes and sound. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/76874674 Mon, 28 Jan 2013 22:14:18 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/mig-mora 13:28 Vocalo's Music Vox As a co-founder of City of Win collective, Mig Mora helped shine the light on Chicago's diverse Hip Hop community with the release of WIN Vol. 1. With the release of his debut album, Music For The End of The World, it's Mig's own diversity that's on display this time around. Mig Mora joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about the thoughtful and dynamic project. As a co-founder of City o... As a co-founder of City of Win collective, Mig Mora helped shine the light on Chicago's diverse Hip Hop community with the release of WIN Vol. 1. With the release of his debut album, Music For The End of The World, it's Mig's own diversity that's on display this time around. Mig Mora joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about the thoughtful and dynamic project. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/76051949 Tue, 22 Jan 2013 23:33:47 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/q101 11:54 Vocalo's Music Vox Remember when Alternative rock was actually an alternative to something? Before the genre was defined by acts like Nickleback, there were bands like The Cure and The Smashing Pumpkins. And in Chicago, one radio station - Q101 - chronicled the genre's rise and eventual descent to commercial mediocrity. "We Appreciate Your Enthusiasm: An Oral History of Q101" by James VanOsdol captures the station's behind-the-scenes. James VanOsdol joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about the genre, the station and the impact it had on the people living in Chicago. Remember when Alternative... Remember when Alternative rock was actually an alternative to something? Before the genre was defined by acts like Nickleback, there were bands like The Cure and The Smashing Pumpkins. And in Chicago, one radio station - Q101 - chronicled the genre's rise and eventual descent to commercial mediocrity. "We Appreciate Your Enthusiasm: An Oral History of Q101" by James VanOsdol captures the station's behind-the-scenes. James VanOsdol joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about the genre, the station and the impact it had on the people living in Chicago. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/75072456 Tue, 15 Jan 2013 20:35:36 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/boy-illinois 14:02 Vocalo's Music Vox Since the release of 2008’s Inhale Pt. 1, The Boy Illinois has steadily expanded his artistry as well as his reach. Today, he is widely recognized as one of Chicago’s most talented MC’s. It’s an accolade that is validated by his polished production and air-tight lyricism. His new release, M.O.G.G, The Memoirs of Gilbert Gaston, is easily his most well-crafted and thought-provoking release to date, and yet another example of why The Boy Illinois is an artist on the rise. Illi joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about the new album. The MusicVox airs 6-8 PM on 89.5 FM / vocalo.org Since the release of 2008... Since the release of 2008’s Inhale Pt. 1, The Boy Illinois has steadily expanded his artistry as well as his reach. Today, he is widely recognized as one of Chicago’s most talented MC’s. It’s an accolade that is validated by his polished production and air-tight lyricism. His new release, M.O.G.G, The Memoirs of Gilbert Gaston, is easily his most well-crafted and thought-provoking release to date, and yet another example of why The Boy Illinois is an artist on the rise. Illi joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about the new album. The MusicVox airs 6-8 PM on 89.5 FM / vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/74940168 Mon, 14 Jan 2013 22:00:14 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/rest-in-pizza 12:53 Vocalo's Music Vox Chicago's Show You Suck eats pizzas and raps on stage with an attitude you'd think it's 1979 - yeah we're talking about punk rock here! After two installments of One Man Pizza Party mixtapes, the trilogy is complete with the final one in the series - Rest In Pizza - that combines the usual combination of humorous nerdy subjects matters but also takes a darker, more melancholy turn with some serious personal overtones. "Heartache with a side of anchovy," as Jesse Menendez poignantly sums up. Show You Suck delves into the themes of the latest Mixtape and talks about all those wonderful things that he draws his inspiration from, you know, Muppets, pizzas, skate boards... Chicago's Show You Suck e... Chicago's Show You Suck eats pizzas and raps on stage with an attitude you'd think it's 1979 - yeah we're talking about punk rock here! After two installments of One Man Pizza Party mixtapes, the trilogy is complete with the final one in the series - Rest In Pizza - that combines the usual combination of humorous nerdy subjects matters but also takes a darker, more melancholy turn with some serious personal overtones. "Heartache with a side of anchovy," as Jesse Menendez poignantly sums up. Show You Suck delves into the themes of the latest Mixtape and talks about all those wonderful things that he draws his inspiration from, you know, Muppets, pizzas, skate boards... podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/74021936 Mon, 07 Jan 2013 21:08:41 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/django 18:14 Vocalo's Music Vox The new Quentin Tarantino film Django Unchained has caused as much praise as controversy. Many have denounced the film for the way it plays with slave history, and its excessive use of racial slurs and violence. The MusicVox host Jesse Menendez spoke with Stephen Markley about the movie and his recent article in Red Eye "The N-Word and Quentin Tarantino's Greatest Film." The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8pm on Vocalo 89.5 FM (NWI) / 90.5 FM (Chicago) / www.vocalo.org The new Quentin Tarantino... The new Quentin Tarantino film Django Unchained has caused as much praise as controversy. Many have denounced the film for the way it plays with slave history, and its excessive use of racial slurs and violence. The MusicVox host Jesse Menendez spoke with Stephen Markley about the movie and his recent article in Red Eye "The N-Word and Quentin Tarantino's Greatest Film." The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8pm on Vocalo 89.5 FM (NWI) / 90.5 FM (Chicago) / www.vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/72464237 Mon, 24 Dec 2012 20:44:52 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/hoodinternet 12:56 Vocalo's Music Vox Having built their musical career off of well-executed mash-ups, The Hood Internet have recently taken a step in the new direction and released their first full length of original tunes and productions. The sample-free album "FEAT" brings together over 20 singers and MC's into a collection of pop and hip hop infused collaborations. The Hood Internet's STV SLV joined Jesse Menendez to discuss this ambitious effort along with an even newer release of FEAT remixes. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8pm on 89.5 FM and vocalo.org Having built their musica... Having built their musical career off of well-executed mash-ups, The Hood Internet have recently taken a step in the new direction and released their first full length of original tunes and productions. The sample-free album "FEAT" brings together over 20 singers and MC's into a collection of pop and hip hop infused collaborations. The Hood Internet's STV SLV joined Jesse Menendez to discuss this ambitious effort along with an even newer release of FEAT remixes. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8pm on 89.5 FM and vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/71738712 Tue, 18 Dec 2012 20:35:33 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/wedding-dress 11:38 Vocalo's Music Vox Dangerous Living is the new release from a new Chicago group The Wedding Dress that consists of members of Suns, Maps and Altases and The Love of Everything. Erin and Mike join Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about how the project came to be and how their other bands influenced the new sound. Dangerous Living is the n... Dangerous Living is the new release from a new Chicago group The Wedding Dress that consists of members of Suns, Maps and Altases and The Love of Everything. Erin and Mike join Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about how the project came to be and how their other bands influenced the new sound. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/70751705 Mon, 10 Dec 2012 22:24:33 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/runaround 11:13 Vocalo's Music Vox From a basement in Normal, IL to stages like the Metro and The Congress Theater to Milwaukee’s Summerfest, The Run Around has proved that alternative rock is here to stay. In fact the band’s new EP, Welcome To the Circus, is full of anthemic choruses, big guitars and a bit of politicking. The Run Around join Jesse Menendez in studio to talk about the release. From a basement in Normal... From a basement in Normal, IL to stages like the Metro and The Congress Theater to Milwaukee’s Summerfest, The Run Around has proved that alternative rock is here to stay. In fact the band’s new EP, Welcome To the Circus, is full of anthemic choruses, big guitars and a bit of politicking. The Run Around join Jesse Menendez in studio to talk about the release. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/69228059 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 22:15:48 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/kidkoala 8:52 Vocalo's Music Vox From being an international turntablist to a published graphic novelist, Montreal’s Kid Koala is a multi-talented artist in the truest sense of the word. His latest release is the bare bones, sound manipulating, blues tinged, 12 Bit Blues. Kid Koala joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about how an old sampler SP-1200 inspired the album, as well as his innovative tour that involves Vaudeville dancers and puppets. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 FM and vocalo.org From being an internation... From being an international turntablist to a published graphic novelist, Montreal’s Kid Koala is a multi-talented artist in the truest sense of the word. His latest release is the bare bones, sound manipulating, blues tinged, 12 Bit Blues. Kid Koala joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about how an old sampler SP-1200 inspired the album, as well as his innovative tour that involves Vaudeville dancers and puppets. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 FM and vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/69080278 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 21:04:21 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/summergirlfriends 11:56 Vocalo's Music Vox Chicago band Summer Girlfriends bring garage surf rock party atmosphere on their debut album Shockwaves. With a sound built out of countless pizza and beach parties, Summer Girlfriends provide a perfect escape from Chicago's depressing Winter months. The band joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about their album and sound. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 FM and vocalo.org Chicago band Summer Girlf... Chicago band Summer Girlfriends bring garage surf rock party atmosphere on their debut album Shockwaves. With a sound built out of countless pizza and beach parties, Summer Girlfriends provide a perfect escape from Chicago's depressing Winter months. The band joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to talk about their album and sound. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8PM on 89.5 FM and vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/68968354 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 00:07:32 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/treehouse 8:49 Vocalo's Music Vox Chicago's Treehouse is a trio of artists who create a conscious strain of hip hop fusion. The group is set to release their debut EP, Tell No One. Rico, the group's MC, spoke with Jesse over the phone about the upcoming release. Chicago's Treehouse is a ... Chicago's Treehouse is a trio of artists who create a conscious strain of hip hop fusion. The group is set to release their debut EP, Tell No One. Rico, the group's MC, spoke with Jesse over the phone about the upcoming release. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/67709174 Fri, 16 Nov 2012 23:50:06 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/vmi 11:06 Vocalo's Music Vox Employing a variety of sonic temperaments, Chicago’s Volcanoes Make Islands construct a dichotomy of sounds. Their debut album Museum of Endangered Sounds is a follow up to 2010 EP Sick City. The band joins Jesse Menendez to talk about the new album and why they consider their songs endangered. The MusicVox airs 6-8 pm M-F on 89.5 FM and vocalo.org Employing a variety of so... Employing a variety of sonic temperaments, Chicago’s Volcanoes Make Islands construct a dichotomy of sounds. Their debut album Museum of Endangered Sounds is a follow up to 2010 EP Sick City. The band joins Jesse Menendez to talk about the new album and why they consider their songs endangered. The MusicVox airs 6-8 pm M-F on 89.5 FM and vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/65895144 Fri, 02 Nov 2012 23:35:46 +0000 http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-music-vox/pos 13:27 Vocalo's Music Vox P.O.S is a Minneapolis hip hop artist and founding member of the independent hip hop collective Doomtree. P.O.S’ new album is called, We Don’t Even Live Here, an album considered by many as one of this year’s best. Unfortunately, he is unable to tour in support of the release due to his deteriorating health and need for a kidney transplant. The MusicVox host Jesse Menendez spoke with the MC about the concept of his new socially charged album and his well-being. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8pm CT on 89.5 FM and Vocalo.org P.O.S is a Minneapolis hi... P.O.S is a Minneapolis hip hop artist and founding member of the independent hip hop collective Doomtree. P.O.S’ new album is called, We Don’t Even Live Here, an album considered by many as one of this year’s best. Unfortunately, he is unable to tour in support of the release due to his deteriorating health and need for a kidney transplant. The MusicVox host Jesse Menendez spoke with the MC about the concept of his new socially charged album and his well-being. The MusicVox airs M-F 6-8pm CT on 89.5 FM and Vocalo.org podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)nomusic,local,hip,hop,rock,indie,punk,pop,interview,Vocalo,Chicago Chicago Public MedianonadultMusic and interviews with emerging and established artists from Chitown and beyond