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DJ Hiroko Yamamura Uses Passion As Her Guide

Iconic techno and house DJ Hiroko Yamamura has made a name for herself in the Chicago and international scenes by following the sounds she loves. She admires the innovative nature of Chicago’s music …

00:08:54 | Thu 31 Aug 2023

The Reel Critic Reviews 'The Hill'

‘The Hill’ retells the true story of Texas baseball player Rickey Hill, who overcame physical obstacles caused by a degenerative spine disease to try out for a major league scout. Check out The Reel …

00:02:58 | Tue 29 Aug 2023

Summer Skate Party 2023: Audio Postcard

Vocalo Radio teamed up with the Chicago Park District to host the annual Summer Skate Party on August 11, transforming McKinley Park’s seasonal ice rink into the grooving roller rink of our dreams. S…

00:03:03 | Tue 29 Aug 2023

Villapalooza Returns To Little Village This Weekend

One-day free Latin music festival Villapalooza is back home in Chicago’s Little Village on Saturday, August 26, featuring many local acts including KAINA, Mila La Morena, Mariah Colon, DJ Greedy, and…

00:10:10 | Fri 25 Aug 2023

David Gauna’s Artwork Blooms Throughout Chicago

Growing up, Chicago muralist and painter David Gauna found an escape from everyday life through his artwork. Now, he hopes to give Chicago teenagers a chance to find themselves by encouraging their o…

00:09:09 | Thu 24 Aug 2023

Malik Yusef, Part II: Favorite Grammy, “Super Vision” & How We’re All “Bad Kids”

Returning to Chicago for his first hometown show in more than a decade, multi-Grammy and Emmy-winning interdisciplinary creator Malik Yusef stopped by the Vocalo studios to explain why he’s taken so …

00:28:45 | Wed 23 Aug 2023

Malik Yusef, Part I: Returning To Chicago, Spoken Word & Investing In Kanye

Returning to Chicago for his first hometown show in more than a decade, multi-Grammy and Emmy-winning interdisciplinary creator Malik Yusef stopped by the Vocalo studios to explain why he’s taken so …

00:20:46 | Wed 23 Aug 2023

Bud Billiken Parade 2023: Audio Postcard

Chicago’s 94th annual Bud Billiken Parade was held on August 12 – marking the first full parade following the onset of COVID-19 restrictions in 2021. Begun in 1929 by the Chicago Defender newspaper a…

00:02:03 | Fri 18 Aug 2023

The Reel Critic Reviews ‘Blue Beetle’

This week, The Reel Critic breaks down the new DC superhero film ‘Blue Beetle.’ The story follows a young Jaime Reyes, whose life heads into a new trajectory when he comes into contact with the scara…

00:03:18 | Fri 18 Aug 2023

Khaliyah X Is Not Just Here 'For The Summer'

Raised on neo-soul, Chicago artist Khaliyah X has been making music since she was 11 years old. Recently highlighted as an artist to watch by These Days online magazine, Khaliyah performed for the pu…

00:25:46 | Fri 18 Aug 2023

For Alyssa Gregory, Dance Is A Vessel For Communication

Alyssa Gregory is a contemporary dancer and arts administrator who works to showcase the richness of Chicago’s South Side dance community, while advocating for the needs of fellow artists. Originally…

00:08:37 | Thu 17 Aug 2023

Jean Dawson Lollapalooza 2023: “My Version Of Tradition”

Before he took the stage at Lollapalooza 2023, Jean Dawson met with Vocalo’s Nudia Hernandes to discuss what fans can expect from him as a genre-defying musician, and the future of his sound. The two…

00:12:01 | Tue 15 Aug 2023

Pinqy Ring At Lollapalooza: “I Am Worthy, I Am Learning, I Am It, I Am Lit”

Chicago artist Pinqy Ring met backstage with Vocalo’s morning host Bekoe at Lollapalooza to discuss the origin of her name, community work and teaching. The two also discuss being her authentic self,…

00:11:22 | Mon 14 Aug 2023

Thee Sacred Souls Talk Importance Of Soul Music At Lollapalooza 2023

Following their performance on Lollapalooza’s rainy third day, San Diego trio Thee Sacred Souls met backstage with Vocalo mornings host Bekoe. They get into their favorite places to find in new citie…

00:12:05 | Fri 11 Aug 2023

The Reel Critic Talks 'Stephen Curry: Underrated'

This week on “The Reel Critic,” resident film critic Reggie Ponder breaks down his thoughts on the new Apple TV+ movie, ‘Stephen Curry: Underrated.’ This film chronicles the life of Stephen Curry and…

00:02:57 | Fri 11 Aug 2023

Bindu Poroori Finds Power In Being Tender

Bindu Poroori is a Chicago-based writer, musician, political organizer, curator and non-profit worker. In writing about her family and sharing her story as an Indian immigrant, Poroori hopes to give …

00:08:36 | Thu 10 Aug 2023

UMI Meditates At Lollapalooza 2023

Following her first solo performance at Lollapalooza, Seattle artist UMI joined Vocalo afternoons host Nudia Hernandez backstage to discuss manifestations at concerts, her Lolla debut, friendships an…

00:08:48 | Thu 10 Aug 2023

Chicago Rapper Kidd Kenn's Lollapalooza Debut Is "Better Than Yours"

Following his first performance for Lollapalooza, South Side Chicago artist Kidd Kenn joined Vocalo afternoons host Nudia Hernandez backstage to discuss his influence amongst fans, Target music (and …

00:07:17 | Wed 09 Aug 2023

Franc Moody: Experimenting With Eclectic Funk at Lollapalooza

Before their debut set at Lollapalooza on August 3, Ned Franc and Jon Moody of UK electronic duo Franc Moody met backstage with Vocalo afternoons host Nudia Hernandez to discuss their live performanc…

00:07:43 | Tue 08 Aug 2023

Bakar Talks Virgil Abloh, Stopping Traffic For Art And More At Lollapalooza 2023

Fresh off his first ever set at Lollapalooza on August 6, London artist Bakar met up with Vocalo's Nudia Hernandez for an exclusive backstage conversation. They discussed his music video for single "…

00:13:37 | Mon 07 Aug 2023

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