Musicians In The Moment
Posted Friday, July 3rd, 2020 at 4:20 am
To celebrate thriving Black culture in Chicago and beyond, we’re amplifying the coolest content creators around. We’re forever grateful to these artists for their voices, truths, and inspiration to White Mystery. Support their art, watch their videos, and seek them out on social media NOW.
Clint is a pizza punk who always brings snacks to the party. You may remember Show You Suck from White Mystery TV Episode 2 with Cadien James from Twin Peaks. White Mystery has been a big fan of SYS since playing together at a Pitchfork after-party in 2015. For Chicago news and thought pieces, you need to follow Show You Suck on Twitter immediately.
Download Show You Suck and their side project Air Credits on Bandcamp!
Krystal is the kind of friend you feel you’ve known your whole life. Her unique blend of rock’n’soul unites her St. Louis roots with her Chicago spirit, and her performances are guaranteed to give you chills! You may recognize Krystal’s voice from the White Mystery Lightscape soundtrack for outdoor sculptures that played music on State Street during Lollapalooza. We met her cousin Mannie Metcalfe when White Mystery opened for Iron & Wine at the Pageant in STL in 2010, and he’s one of our favorite pals on Earth as well. Thank you for blessing us with your friendships, Metcalfes!
Get Krystal Metcalfe “Fearless” on Bandcamp.
JC Brooks & the Uptown sound are absolutely unbeatable live, led by the exuberant, endlessly talented JC Brooks. White Mystery first joined forces with them at the Brooklyn Vegan SXSW showcase in 2012, and jammed many times since then. The Chicago Sun Times call these groovy dudes one of the “city’s hottest young bands” and you’d be lucky to experience them.
Support JC Brooks & the Uptown Sound on Bandcamp.
Psalm One is an incredible rapper, poet and artist we first played with at the Girls Rock! Camp jamboree in 2011. She is a talented MC and vocal critic of sexism and racism in the music industry. We’re forever grateful to Cristalle for inviting us backstage when she opened for Insane Clown Posse in 2017. Psalm One rocked the White Mystery Telepathic record release at the Hideout in 2013 and teamed up with the illustrious Angel Davanport as Big $ilky for the 4/20 x 420 x 420 Fest in 2020. Rapper Chicks are badass.
Download Psalm One and Big $ilky on Bandcamp immediately.
Jesse 5k is a born and bred Chicagoan introduced to us this year through his performance for Do312 MORE. Jesse 5k is an emerging rapper that blends poetry, psychedelic, spoken word, and hip hop into eye-opening music that blends indie genres. We deeply respect his perspective on being a young Black man in America, and encourage you to dive in with his experiences.
Download Jesse 5k “Grey Skies” on Bandcamp.
One part thespian, one part poet, another part musician, and one more part philosopher, Mykele Deville brings change through the depth of his voice. You may recognize Mykele from his groundbreaking record release performance at Thalia Hall not too long ago. Mykele graced us with his presence on White Mystery “WMTV” Episode 4, where Francis and he played video games and talked about politics, which is a great way to share real perspectives. We urge you to check out his recent work, “Maintain.”
Download Mykelle Deville on Bandcamp.
You may recognize the brilliant Jolene from her DIY literary ‘zine, the Sick Muse. She is a multi-hyphenate super star that shares her truth by all means necessary and lifts up others in the process. White Mystery is blessed to have rocked with her barn-stomping punk’n’soul group Blacker Face at Rock ‘n Roll Market in 2019. Blacker Face will blow your hat off your head with their live performances, and you’ll emerge a changed person.
Download Blacker Face on Bandcamp NOW.
The Black Tones are Seattle-based twins Eva and Cedric, on guitar and drums respectively. They are a rock’n’roll duo, and White Mystery feels a particular kinship with them as a two-piece sibling band. The Black Tones’ unbeatable grooves are the best parts of garage and surf that only family can knit together so tightly. We love the Black Tones and you should too.
Download the Black Tones Cobain & Corn Bread for a good time.
When Joseph Chilliams dances, the whole world dances with him. Named Chicago’s “Most Charming Rapper” by VICE Magazine, he founded the iconic Pivot Gang and transformed the profound losses into spiritual, musical magic. We’re honored that Chilliams joined us on White Mystery TV where he and Francis and Joseph bonded playing Super Smash Bros. Chilliams is a gentle soul who’s power comes through his words. You may also be familiar with his equally talented brother and Chicago rapper, Saba.
Right yourself with Chilliams on Soundcloud.
Manasseh Champion aka Doso is an emerging Chicago hip hop artist whose roots run deep with his family’s West Point School of music on the South Shore. You can hear the discipline of his music education flow and transform into freedom of expression. When he was a Music Business student at UIC, Manasseh interned for White Mystery and supported outdoor event production at Rock’n’Roll Market, and Season 1 of WMTV. Now, Doso carves his own path through independently booking shows and creating his own brand.
Download many tracks from Doso on Bandcamp!
Leave a comment Posted in Art, In the Moment, Video Tags: black lives matter, BLM, chicago, chicago artists, coronavirus, DIY Musicians, Music, Musicians, quarantine, soundcloud, video, YoutubeVoices – A Benefit Concert for Chicago Artists
Posted Wednesday, July 1st, 2020 at 4:20 pm
Chicago is a thriving city that booms with diverse artists. Through this wild roller coaster of 2020, artists are suffering now more than ever. This city needs their voices to be heard. The Chicago Artists Relief Fund is a project put together for artists, by artists. It supports creators who are suffering from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The funds will give mini-grants to artists most affected by the quarantine. Join together with our vibrant lineup of musicians on Sunday, July 5th at 6pm for this historical concert!
Leave a comment Posted in Colaboration, Events, In the Moment, Shows Tags: 2020, artist of the month, coronavirus, facebook, facebook events, Fund-Raiser, July, Music Festival, Musicians, pandemic, quarantine, rattleback records, white mysteryEntrepreneurs You Should Know
Posted Friday, June 19th, 2020 at 4:20 am
In order to amplify Black Voices on Juneteenth, we compiled a list of femme entrepreneurs for you to discover and spend your dollars with! We became acquainted with these Chicago creatives through Rock’n’Roll Market and hope you appreciate their ingenuity as much as we do.
Nicold Pittman is a metalsmith and owner of Twenty Thou. Nicold has been creating jewelry for over 10 years and continues to make unique story driven pieces in Chicago today.
Petty Butter Inc. creates moisturizing handmade skincare. Enjoy a little bit of self-care in each jar.
Bianca Xunise is a timeless illustrator based in Chicago. Bianca has worked with The Washington Post, Riot Fest, Vogue, and more.
Let J & B Jewelry Box On the Go dazzle you with their glistening and creative jewelry selection.
Ancestral Method Tarot is a mystifying tarot reader that will leave you breathless.
White Mystery featured at New York City Independent Film Festival
Posted Friday, June 12th, 2020 at 4:20 pm
White Mystery’s song “Good Girl” was implemented in the independent film: A Girl From A Box, and is featured in this year’s New York City Independent Film Festival. A Girl From A Box was written and directed by Alxis Ratkevich & Chloe Taylor. We are honored to be included in the 11th Annual New York City Independent Film Festival!
Leave a comment Posted in Art, Colaboration, Events, In the Moment, News Tags: 2020, coronavirus, digital, Festival, FILM, good girl, independent film festival, independent films, June, new york city, quarantine, white mystery, white mystery in filmALEX WHITE of WHITE MYSTERY on THE PHILLIP STARK SHOW
Posted Saturday, June 6th, 2020 at 4:20 pm
Alex White joins Phillip Stark on The Phillip Stark Show! White Mystery share their musical journey on this episode of The DIY Dirt. Phillip Stark interviews White Mystery on how they have been able to “Do-It-Yourself” as musicians for 10 years! Join the journey and tune in to The Phillip Stark Show. Check out Phillip Stark here!
Leave a comment Posted in Colaboration, In the Moment, News, Video Tags: alex white, diy, DIY Chicago band, DIY Musicians, francis white, interview, Miss Alex White Interview, Musicians, phillip stark, shows, video, white mystery, Why DIY, YoutubeChicago Artists Relief Online Concert
Posted Monday, June 1st, 2020 at 4:20 pm
White Mystery Vinyl
Posted Sunday, May 31st, 2020 at 4:20 pm
White Mystery is passionate about vinyl. From the double album, “Dubble Dragon,” to the Greenway Records picture disc, “Best Friend,” to the glow-in-dark-sand-filled Romanus Records release of “Hellion Blender,” it’s important to us that you have access to incredible, one-of-a-kind White Mystery records in your collection.
Leave a comment Posted in Art, In the Moment, Records Tags: dubble dragon, hellion blender, hellion blender vinyl, vinyl, white mystery, white mystery vinyl“LP’s Happy Hour featuring Alex White, Ed Marszewski, Lawrence Peters,” Chicago Reader
Posted Thursday, May 28th, 2020 at 4:20 pm
When: Fri., May 8, 5 p.m. and Fri., May 22, 5 p.m. 2020
Price: $5 suggested donation
www.hideoutchicago.com/e/lp-s-happy-hour-103957467584
Musician and Hideout luminary Lawrence Peters hosts a two-hour Happy Hour with special guests and music. Free to view, $5 donation suggested. May 22’s guests are musician Alex White of the band White Mystery and Public Media Institute (Lumpen Radio, Quarantine Times) and Marz Brewing’s Ed Marszewski.
Leave a comment Posted in Art, Events, News, Press Tags: alex white, Happy Hour, hideout, live stream, white mystery“Chicago Imagines What Outdoor Dining May Look Like,” Eater Chicago
Posted Thursday, May 28th, 2020 at 4:20 pm
“ONLINE: Memorial Day Meltdown,” Isthmus
Posted Thursday, May 28th, 2020 at 4:20 pm
Press release: Massive Online Festival SUNDAY SUNDAY SUNDAY!
Bands from Goner, Burger, and Slovenly!
Full Schedule below. *** All set times are Central Standard Time Zone****
Tune in to
SUNDAY 11am-11pm!
Stream it to your speakers for outside jams if you can’t watch the whole thing!
What a lineup! Zac’s playing records at 11AM, and Eric O is providing inspirational thoughts at 8:15 and 9:15PM. Quintron & Miss Pussycat are “the audience” during the later afternoon. With Nobunny, Jack Oblivian, King Khan, Mark Sultan, Bloodshot Bill, Sean Spits, The Zeros, Human Eye, Blag Dahlia, Wes Coleman, Gino & No Goons, Paul Collins, White Mystery, Optic Sink (NATALIE from NOTS!), Chai, Choke Chains, Aquarian Blood, The Sueves, Benni, Thigh Master, Saba Lou, Hash Redactor, The Lemons, Red Mass, Michael Beach, The Archaeas, Craig Brown and tons more!
Great poster by St. Francis Elevator Ride.
Support these bands – and have a blast doing it.
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