Pivot Gang highlights young Chicago artists at Lollapalooza

West Side hip-hop collective Pivot Gang (AKA Saba, Joseph Chilliams, MFnMelo, Frsh Waters and Dae Dae) stopped by Lollapalooza on August 2 to present young artists on the T.I.P. Fest pop-up stage, hosted by John Walt Foundation. The four featured artists — Nae Chic, Jonathan, Queen and Zia Jenaye — were awarded the opportunity during the nonprofit’s annual T.I.P. (Teens in the Park) Fest, a city-wide showcase of local artists, musicians and poets between the ages of 14 and 24.

Pivot Gang met with Vocalo’s Nudia Hernandez shortly after the pop-up set to discuss the importance of providing opportunities for young Chicago artists and musicians. They also delved into writing songs inspired by ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ and new music in the works — some of which they plan to play at Vocalo’s Summer Finale in Millennium Park next month.

Pivot Gang will be performing for FREE at Vocalo’s Summer Finale at Millenium Park on Friday, Sept. 20. Other performers include Marquis Hill, KAINA and DJ Lady D. RSVP not required.

This segment was edited and produced by Morgan Ciocca, with production support from Abigail Harrison and WBEZ’s Mendy Kong. Keep up with Pivot Gang on Instagram @pivotgang.