Chicago’s Independent Hip-Hop Label “The small but dedicated team at the heart of Chicago’s indie hip-hop scene, Closed Sessions is the name you thank for releases like Vic Mensa’s INNANETAPE, Alex Wiley’s Village Party and Tree’s Sunday School II. CS are also famous for their own compilation projects, which have brought us gems from everyone from Raekwon and Bun B to Action Bronson and Curren$y over the last few years.”-MissInfo ...
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Tommy’s Guitars offers expert guitar repair as well as lessons. Have something to sell? We buy, sell and trade! Ukrainian Village 2548 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago, IL 60622 (773) 486-6768 Visit Us Online
Sensaphonics Hearing Conservation was founded by audiologist Michael Santucci in 1985 as a research and development company committed to controlling the damaging effects of loud sound, especially regarding musicians and hearing loss. With the advent of in-ear monitor (IEM) systems in the early 90s, Sensaphonics developed custom-fitted earphones designed to act as hearing protectors, isolating performers from ambient sound while allowing the in-ear monitor mix...
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“It’s not a mystery what Disco City is. “Records. Tapes. Video.” Says it right on the sign, under an illustration of five anthropomorphized record albums in white shoes and oversize gloves serenading the street below. The enduring mystery is why the hell the store has two signs, one that calls it Disco City #8 and another, inches away, that claims Disco City #7. To further...
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Cedille is a not-for-profit record label dedicated to extraordinary classical music and the brilliant artists who create it. We enhance the world’s catalog of recorded music through audiophile-quality recordings featuring Chicago’s finest musicians. No other independent organization — either for-profit or non-profit — is dedicated exclusively to recording Chicago-area classical musicians, ensembles, and composers. Cedille selects recording project from local artists and ensembles of distinction. Each...
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Since 1973, Make’n Music has been the Midwest’s go-to boutique for some of the finest new and used electric and acoustic guitars including Fender Custom Shop, Tom Anderson, Suhr Guitars, Duesenberg, Nik Huber and more – as well as some of the highest quality tube amplifiers and effects pedals. It’s no wonder that readers of Premier Guitar have named us one of the “20 Coolest...
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For more than 25 years, beginners, professionals, hobbyists and collectors have counted on Geoff Benge to keep their instruments in top shape. We do ALL kinds of repairs, restorations, custom jobs and routine maintenance. Best fretwork anywhere. Many of the jobs we do are unique per customer requests. We specialize in designing and fabricating parts and accessories not available anywhere else. Guitars restored…braces fixed…frets replaced…nuts...
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Books – We specialize in science fiction, fantasy, horror, literary fiction, popular science, creative non-fiction and biographies. We’re not interested in romances, computer books. Records – We focus on punk, indie, metal, 70’s and 80’s rock and new wave. We’re not interested in gospel records, etc. If your collection is large, email us to arrange for pickup. Logan Square 2307 N Milwaukee Chicago, IL 60647 (312) 890-3860...
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Bosco Productions is a full-service production facility located just steps from Chicago’s Magnificent Mile. From a simple audio recording or video edit to an entire production, Bosco Productions is the one-stop shop for your needs. Our talented staff is skilled in partnering with you in whichever way best suits your project. Our warm and welcoming space will make you forget you’re actually working. Our kitchen...
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Sporadically releasing music of baffling quality for over 20 years! We also run a record store and a record distributor. Logan Square 3716 W. Fullerton Ave. Chicago, IL 60647 (773) 486-1400 Visit Us Online
