May 2011: Getting Glitchy in Chicago

Originally posted on Frank151:

With events like Low End Theory, and artists like Gaslamp Killer and Flying Lotus leading the charge in this post-Dilla soundscape, Hip-Hop is taking on new forms. Crushing bits, and exploding subwoofers in the process. Love it or hate it, the music is evolving. Yes, Luda recorded with Biebs and yes, Britney & Rusko are BBF’s. But for a de-poppified experience in this burgeoning beat-centric culture you’d be making the right decision by supporting locally.

Now that Spring is finally here (or is it?), May’s shaping up to be a stellar month for Bassheads. Whether you prefer your Hip-Hop with a bit of Electronic, or Electronic with a bit of Hip-Hop… it’s time to break out your finest Timbo Boots / Glow Necklace ensemble and hit the pavement!

1) MAGIC 8BALL TOUR: GLK | KID SISTER | ATRAK (5/5 @ The Mid)

Your favorite DJ who doesn’t really DJ hits The Mid along with the Sonny & Cher of the party-rap scene, A-Trak and Chicago Native, Kid Sister. Expect something weird and wonderful to go down.

2) FACE MELT: AUBURN | ABYSS | DJ C (5/27 @ Darkroom)

Ground Lift Media hosts this monthly Hip-Hop / Glitch / Bass-minded monthly at Darkroom. The upstart duo of Eliot Lipp & vyle, collectively known as Auburn, headline in May. Bring an extra face.

3) PUSH BEATS: SAMIYAM | JEREMIAH JAE (5/28 @ Double Door)

Celebrating their one year anniversary, the Push Beats crew takes over Double Door with a double dose of Flying Lotus’ Brainfeeder collective artists: Samiyam & Jeremiah Jae. Hit me 2x.

4) VADIM & THE ELECTRIC | DR. ISRAEL | RM JOINT (5/21 @ Kinetic Playground)

My all time fav Vadim cut is “Terrorist,” but his new group The Electric is a different thing completely. Chi-rapper & The Electric crew member Pugs Atomz returns home for this show after a short stint abroad.

5) MIKE RELM | BBU | YOUNG JOSH | DEMCHUK (4/29 @ The Mid)

Last up, a late April show for good measure. The pioneer of the now vogue VJ/DJ game, Mike Relm stops by The Mid for what’s sure to be a visceral experience that’ll make you punch small children.